CYSEC AFRICA 2025: Shaping the Future of Digital Resilience Across the Continent

Johannesburg, SA, 4th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, The 16^th Global Edition of CYSEC AFRICA is the region’s premier cybersecurity event, set to take place on August 7, 2025, at the Qurtuba Convention Centre Sandton ZA, Johannesburg. This high-level gathering will bring together industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, government officials, and technology visionaries to address Africa’s most urgent cyber challenges and accelerate the continent’s path toward a secure and resilient digital future.

Under the theme “Leading Cyber Resilience in Africa’s Digital Future!”, CYSEC AFRICA will serve as an unparalleled platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and cross-sector collaboration. Attendees will gain access to cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions critical for safeguarding Africa’s digital infrastructure.

CYSEC AFRICA 2025, the 16th Global Edition, is Africa’s premier cybersecurity summit, taking place on 7 August 2025 at the Qurtuba Convention Centre, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme “Leading Cyber Resilience in Africa’s Digital Future!”, the event convenes industry leaders, government officials, CISOs, and tech innovators to confront the continent’s most urgent cybersecurity challenges

This exclusive platform offers access to cutting-edge strategies, emerging technologies, and best practices for safeguarding Africa’s digital infrastructure . The summit encourages strategic dialogue and cross‑sector collaboration across business, government, and academia, with high‑impact panel sessions, keynote addresses, and exhibitions of next‑generation cybersecurity technologies.

CYSEC AFRICA is supported by renowned partners including RCC, CREST, ICASA, Africa Center for Digital Transformation, SCA South Africa, CSIR, and others. The Advisory Board and speaker roster feature distinguished leaders such as Galeboe Mogotsi (CISO, University of the Witwatersrand), Iman Ahmed (Oman National CERT), Philip Irode, Terrence Taylor, Kayode Babarinde, and many more across Africa and beyond.

Attendees gain insights from global experts, engage in thought leadership forums, and forge impactful alliances s—positioning CYSEC AFRICA as a catalyst for shaping a more resilient digital future for the continent.

The event’s credibility is reinforced by its prestigious Advisory Board, which includes:

• Galeboe Mogotsi, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), University of the Witwatersrand

• Mrs. Iman Ahmed, Director of Cybersecurity Development, Oman National CERT & Regional Cybersecurity Center (RCC)

• Philip Irode, Deputy Director, Information Security, ICT Authority

• Terrence Taylor, Executive Chair, African Academy of Artificial Intelligence

• Kayode Babarinde, Executive Director, Africa Blockchain Institute

• Kwesi Atuahene, Executive Director, Africa Center for Digital Transformation (ACDT)

CYSEC AFRICA will feature renowned thought leaders such as:

• Eng. Badar Ali Al-Salehi, Director General – Oman National CERT, Head RCC

• Galeboe Mogotsi, CISO, University of the Witwatersrand

• Tumelo K. Zwane, CIO, Special Investigating Unit

• Dimakatso Masiteng, CIO, National Youth Development Agency

• Ayanda Peta, Group Head | Cybersecurity, African Rainbow Minerals Limited

• Songezo Mbambisa, Acting Director: Forensic Information Management Centre (FIMC), City of Johannesburg

• Dr. Xolile Sibande, CISO, Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)

• Pragashani Reddy, Executive Director: Digital, Absa Group

  …and many more.

“This is more than just a conference, it’s a catalyst for change,” said Mausam Ali Khan, CEO of CYSEC GLOBAL. “We are fostering strategic alliances between governments, enterprises, and cybersecurity professionals to ensure Africa remains resilient in the face of rapidly evolving threats.”

For more information and registration, visit: https://africa.cysecglobal.com/