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A Revamp for Data Rights: ECOWAS to Revise Personal Data Protection Act

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a regional bloc of fifteen countries in West Africa, is poised to embark on a crucial...

Burkina Faso Strengthens Cybersecurity with New Information Systems Security Law

Burkina Faso, a West African nation, has taken significant strides in bolstering its cybersecurity posture with the recent adoption of a new information systems...

A Step Forward for Cybersecurity: Madagascar Joins the Malabo Convention

The fight against cybercrime requires global cooperation. In a significant development, Madagascar recently joined the Malabo Convention on Cibersecurity and Cybercrime, becoming the 30th...

Lab Locked Down: South Africa’s National Health Service Hit by Ransomware Attack

South Africa's National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS), responsible for processing diagnostic tests across the country, recently faced a significant disruption due to a ransomware...

Ivory Coast Sounds the Alarm: ARTCI Warns Against Illegal Biometric Data Use

The Autorité pour la Régulation des Télécommunications/TIC de Côte d'Ivoire (ARTCI), Ivory Coast's telecom and ICT regulatory agency, recently issued a strong warning against...

Empowered and Equipped: “Her CyberTracks” Blazes a New Trail for Women in Cybersecurity

The cybersecurity industry has long faced a gender diversity gap. While women make up a significant portion of the global workforce, their representation in...

Burkina Faso Prioritizes Cybersecurity with Government Awareness Sessions

In a proactive move to bolster its cybersecurity defenses, Burkina Faso has initiated cybersecurity awareness sessions specifically tailored for government officials. Recognizing the critical...

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