Kaspersky participated in the 7th Meeting of Heads of AFRIPOL National Liaison Offices, held in Cairo from June 21 to 23, where government representatives, law enforcement officials, cybersecurity experts, and private sector stakeholders gathered to discuss Africa’s rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape. The meeting served as a platform for strengthening cooperation among organizations involved in combating cybercrime and addressing emerging digital security challenges across the continent. Representatives from AFRIPOL, African Union, regional police organizations, and industry partners examined current cybercrime trends, reviewed evolving threat patterns, and explored opportunities for enhanced collaboration aimed at improving cybersecurity preparedness and resilience. As cyber threats continue to become more sophisticated and increasingly cross national borders, the discussions focused on building stronger partnerships and sharing expertise to support coordinated responses to digital risks affecting governments, businesses, and citizens throughout Africa.
Kaspersky was represented at the event by Yossef Abdelmonem, Senior Security Researcher at Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT), and Gladys O. Yiadom, Senior Public Affairs Manager. During the meeting, Abdelmonem delivered insights into the current cybersecurity environment across Africa, providing attendees with an overview of significant threat trends and the challenges confronting organizations throughout the region. His presentation addressed the evolving tactics employed by cybercriminal groups and highlighted the importance of proactive security measures, intelligence sharing, and regional cooperation in responding to emerging threats. The session supported AFRIPOL’s ongoing efforts to strengthen cyber resilience among member states and reinforce cybersecurity capabilities within the broader law enforcement community. By sharing research findings and technical expertise, Kaspersky contributed to discussions focused on improving awareness of cyber risks and supporting the development of effective strategies to address security concerns impacting both public and private sector entities.
The gathering also provided an opportunity for participants to exchange perspectives on the growing complexity of cybercrime across Africa and the need for coordinated action among governments, law enforcement agencies, regional organizations, and technology providers. Discussions covered a range of security issues affecting the continent, including evolving attack techniques, digital fraud, cyber enabled crime, and the increasing importance of protecting critical digital infrastructure. Attendees explored approaches to strengthening investigative capabilities, enhancing information sharing frameworks, and developing collaborative mechanisms that can improve incident response efforts across multiple jurisdictions. The involvement of private sector cybersecurity organizations such as Kaspersky reflected the broader recognition that addressing modern cyber threats requires contributions from both public institutions and industry experts. Through these engagements, stakeholders sought to improve understanding of regional security challenges while identifying practical measures that can help strengthen cybersecurity readiness and digital trust across African nations.
Kaspersky stated that its participation in the AFRIPOL meeting reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting cybersecurity initiatives throughout Africa through knowledge sharing, research, and collaboration with regional institutions. The company emphasized the value of sustained engagement with AFRIPOL and other stakeholders working to enhance cyber resilience and strengthen digital trust across the continent. By contributing expertise through events such as the Heads of AFRIPOL National Liaison Offices Meeting, Kaspersky continues to support efforts aimed at improving cybersecurity awareness and advancing cooperation among organizations tasked with protecting digital ecosystems. The discussions held in Cairo underscored the importance of collective action in addressing cybercrime challenges and highlighted the role of partnerships between law enforcement agencies, international organizations, and cybersecurity companies in supporting a safer and more resilient digital environment across Africa.
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