Wisconsin International University College (WIUC), Ghana, is proud to celebrate one of its finest, Mr. Dunstan GUBA, a distinguished cybersecurity expert in Ghana, for coming second runner-up and a silver medal at the INTERPOL Digital Security Challenge 2025 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Representing both the Ghana Police Service and the Republic of Ghana, Mr. GUBA stood tall among participants from over 100 countries and elite cybersecurity professionals in one of the world’s most competitive and technically demanding cybercrime simulations. His outstanding performance not only earned him international acclaim but also spotlighted the calibre of excellence nurtured at Wisconsin.
Mr. Dunstan GUBA is an integral part of the Wisconsin Digital Forensic Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility that has become a national asset in the fight against cybercrime. He plays a vital role in real-world cybersecurity operations, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and ethical hacking. His remarkable achievement is a testament to the strong academic foundation and practical training provided by Wisconsin International University College, Accra-Ghana.
Flying The WIUC Flag On The Global Stage
At the challenge in Malaysia, Mr. GUBA competed in high-stakes cybersecurity scenarios that tested skills in memory forensics, ransomware decryption, advanced malware analysis, and real-time threat detection, areas he has honed right here at Wisconsin. “Placing third globally and securing a silver medal is a personal triumph, a victory for WIUC-GHANA, and a moment of pride for Ghana and Africa’s cybersecurity ecosystem”, he says.
Mr. GUBA’s success sends a strong message to all WIUC students that “world-class excellence is attainable through discipline, hands-on training, and the right opportunities”. He remains actively involved in mentoring students, guiding them toward careers in cybersecurity, digital investigations, and cyber law enforcement.
His story is not only one of individual achievement but also of service, dedication, and hope.
About The Wisconsin Digital Forensic Lab: Where Theory Meets Practice
Located in Accra, Ghana, the Wisconsin Digital Forensic Laboratory bridges academia and industry. It is the only dedicated state-of-the-art digital forensic lab in Ghana that offers both academic and professional services in:
- Mobile Device Forensics (including recovery of deleted data, call log analysis, etc.)
- Computer Forensics (retrieving evidence from laptops and hard drives for investigations)
- Penetration Testing (simulating real-life attacks to assess and strengthen security systems)
- Audio and Video Forensics (enhancement and authentication)
As a university, Wisconsin reaffirms its commitment to producing future-ready professionals in cybersecurity and digital forensics. Mr. GUBA’s remarkable accomplishment inspires us to continue investing in cybersecurity education, experiential learning, and strategic industry partnerships.
Mr. Dunstan GUBA’s silver medal belongs to all of us – WIUC, Ghana, and the growing global community of digital defenders.
Congratulations, Mr. Dunstan GUBA!
