Cybersecurity

MTN Ghana's cyber security exposure affects 5,700 customers

The telco is collaborating with the regulator and cyber security professionals to undertake a forensic investigation into the attack.
Phathisani Moyo
1:30

Vodafone, Maroc Telecom sign digital services deal

The two companies will deliver connectivity and digital services to Moroccan enterprise customers.
1:10

Zambia marks world Girls ICT Day

To mark the day, Zambia yesterday started an initiative, Learn-a-Thon, to empower schoolgirls with ICT skills.
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Nigeria links with SecDojo on cyber security

NITDA notes the cooperation, established under a Memorandum of Understanding, intends to increase cybersecurity awareness by building skills.
2:40
Mar 20, 2025

Egypt’s new digital skills initiative targets 5 000 students per year

The training initiative will start taking applications in April, and is expected to be a ‘cornerstone’ in the country’s digital transformation.
2:00
Mar 18, 2025

Nigeria outlines ‘groundbreaking’ digital literacy programme

A government-backed initiative, which aims to increase citizen awareness of misinformation and improve civic engagement, is being launched.
1:30
Mar 17, 2025

Nigerian expert wins Cyber Personality of the Year

Going against the narrative of Nigeria as a cybercrime hotbed, a leading Nigerian cybersecurity has made history at respected global awards.
1:20

Africa Tech Festival unveils Leadership Council for 2025 edition

The council is made up of a wide range of senior professionals from top businesses across Africa.
2:10
Mar 7, 2025

Kaspersky signs a cyber security pact with Smart Africa

The partnership focuses on building essential cybersecurity skills via training programs, including those offered by the Kaspersky Academy.
1:00
Feb 21, 2025

Cyber-attack disrupts Paratus Namibia

The company has initiated an investigation to ascertain the exact scope of the attack.
0:50
Feb 5, 2025

Ugandan police warns public about WhatsApp scams

The police said the warning comes as complaints about the attacks have increased to the point that they should share with the broader public.
1:20
Jan 30, 2025

Zambian young people receive digital entrepreneurship training

The training initiative is the most recent chapter in ITC's continuous efforts in Zambia to close the digital connectivity gap and generate new opportunities for SMEs.