Kenya Thwarts Cyberattack, Restores Government Websites Amid Rising Digital Threats
Kenya successfully contained a coordinated cyberattack that temporarily disrupted multiple government websites. Authorities restored access, launched investigations, and issued safety tips as the nation strengthens cybersecurity.
South African Voice Calls Decline Amid Data Shift and Rising Spam Call Epidemic
South African Voice Calls Under Threat from Data Shift and Surge in Spam Calls South Africa’s traditional voice call market is under mounting pressure as consumers increasingly switch to data-based communication platforms and face a growing spam call epidemic. Industry data shows a steep decline in voice revenues, signalling a major transformation in the country’s […]
Police Seize $29,000 Worth of Illegal MultiChoice Streaming Devices in Johannesburg Raid
Police Seize $29,000 Worth of Illegal MultiChoice Streaming Devices in Johannesburg Raid Authorities in Lenasia, Johannesburg, have seized hundreds of illegal streaming devices valued at approximately $29,000 (R546,000) in a coordinated anti-piracy operation involving the Hawks, Crime Intelligence, and MultiChoice. The confiscated equipment included Android TV boxes preloaded with pirated content from MultiChoice and other […]
Fake Invoice Alert: PayPal Hit by TOAD Cyberattack Days After OpenAI Partnership
PayPal faces a new wave of fake invoice scams just days after announcing its partnership with OpenAI. Cybercriminals are using real PayPal email accounts in a sophisticated TOAD attack to steal user credentials and payment details.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Highlights the Power of Everyday Digital Choices
October Marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 Every October, the world turns its attention to one of the most urgent issues of the digital era, cybersecurity. This year’s theme, “Stay Safe Online,” underscores the growing importance of individual actions in ensuring collective digital safety. As our lives and businesses become increasingly connected, the campaign reminds everyone […]
NDPC Strengthens Data Privacy and Cyber Resilience at Kano Summits
Nigeria’s Data Protection Commission (NDPC) advances data privacy and cyber resilience through key engagements at the Kano Social Influencers and Cyber Innovation Summits.
OpenAI’s New AI Browser Atlas Faces Prompt Injection Attacks Within Days of Launch
OpenAI’s newly launched Atlas browser is already facing prompt injection vulnerabilities, raising cybersecurity concerns despite the company’s built-in safety guardrails.
FCCPC: Registered Loan Apps Surge to 492 Amid ₦100 Million Penalty Rule
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says 492 digital lenders are now officially registered in Nigeria as new 2025 regulations impose fines of up to ₦100 million or 19% of turnover for non-compliance.
NTT DATA Partners with Fortanix to Launch Cryptography-as-a-Service for Enterprise Data Protection
NTT DATA and Fortanix launch a global Cryptography-as-a-Service solution to help enterprises secure sensitive data, counter AI-driven cyber threats, and prepare for post-quantum cryptography challenges.
Lesotho Communications Authority Launches National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign
The Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) has launched a nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaign to educate citizens, families, and businesses about online safety, phishing, and digital hygiene throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
