Nigeria plans to turn cybercriminals into security experts

To combat mounting risks, the telecom regulator is developing a national cyber security framework meant to bolster the industry's defences.

Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa were revealed as hotspots, with Kenya having one of the highest web threat incident rates (20.1%) in Q1 2025.

The telco is collaborating with the regulator and cyber security professionals to undertake a forensic investigation into the attack.

The two companies will deliver connectivity and digital services to Moroccan enterprise customers.

To mark the day, Zambia yesterday started an initiative, Learn-a-Thon, to empower schoolgirls with ICT skills.

NITDA notes the cooperation, established under a Memorandum of Understanding, intends to increase cybersecurity awareness by building skills.

The training initiative will start taking applications in April, and is expected to be a ‘cornerstone’ in the country’s digital transformation.

A government-backed initiative, which aims to increase citizen awareness of misinformation and improve civic engagement, is being launched.

Going against the narrative of Nigeria as a cybercrime hotbed, a leading Nigerian cybersecurity has made history at respected global awards.

The council is made up of a wide range of senior professionals from top businesses across Africa.

The partnership focuses on building essential cybersecurity skills via training programs, including those offered by the Kaspersky Academy.