Google Cloud appoints head of security unit META region

The pan-African bank says it is progressing on its journey of digital transformation.

The bank’s Audit and Compliance Committee observed that technological, cyber, and information security hazards increased across the business in the year.

Zambia's communications regulator trained 120 judges, magistrates, and police officers on the best ways to detect and investigate cyber security threats.

The US firm intends to staff its monitoring operation with personnel from Rwanda, trained through a partnership that includes Carnegie Mellon University.

Anonymous Sudan has claimed responsibility for a DDoS attack that impacted cellphone providers in Uganda this week.

The distribution deal will allow Exclusive Networks Africa to market, sell, and support Proofpoint's entire range of security and compliance solutions in East and West Africa.

In a new 2023 edition of the Direct Carrier Billing Index, Evina claims to have delved into the current changes in the area of DCB, particularly in the Middle East and Africa.

Predicted trends for 2024 include legislation on AI, ransomware attacks to aim for supply chain services, and disinformation campaigns.

Cyber security is vital for business continuity, protecting data and mitigating reputational damage and financial losses caused by cyber attacks.

According to the Nigerian Communications Commission, cyber-crime costs the country $500 million per year, and includes hacking, identity theft, cyber terrorism, harassment, and internet fraud.

The cyber security vendor is providing the African NGO’s free CyberGirls initiative with access to its training content.