As Africa’s digital economy expands, the need for robust cybersecurity measures becomes more pressing. 72% of African governments have recognised this, hence adopting cyber legislation.
As Africa’s digital economy expands, the need for robust cybersecurity measures becomes more pressing. 72% of African governments have recognised this, hence adopting cyber legislation.
The cybersecurity landscape in Africa is evolving rapidly, but there is a shortage of qualified cybersecurity professionals. This skills gap hinders organisations from building robust defence strategies against growing cyber threats like ransomware, phishing, and business email compromise (BEC).
The need for SMEs to implement affordable yet effective cybersecurity strategies to protect themselves from these risks is apparent. Fortunately, several cost-effective solutions can help African SMEs strengthen their defences without overstretching their budgets.
Africa’s digital landscape is experiencing unprecedented growth. The rapid adoption of mobile technology and the internet has unlocked tremendous economic potential. By 2025, Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to have over 615 million mobile subscribers.