The Institute of Communications (IIC) Africa Chapter is set to hold its inaugural meeting by January. The meeting will commence on Thursday, January 29, 2026. It will bring key stakeholders and experts to discuss Africa’s evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Furthermore, the virtual session will take place from 09:00 to 10:30 GMT, 10:00 to 11:30 WAT, and 11:00 to 12:30 CAT. It will focus on high-level discussions aimed at strengthening cybersecurity in Africa.
IIC noted that the meeting will explore the opportunities and challenges involved in building effective cybersecurity frameworks in Africa. Discussions will also centre on the development of coherent regulatory and policy frameworks. Strategies to foster cross-sector and cross-border collaboration in response to emerging digital threats will also be underlined.
The inaugural meeting will feature insights from a distinguished panel of speakers, including Dr. Aminu Maida, Abdul-Hakeem Ajijola (AhA), others. All of whom will be bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity, digital policy, and regulation.
The IIC Africa Chapter noted that the engagement forms part of its broader commitment to advancing dialogue on cyber resilience, connectivity, digital policy, and regulation across Africa.
Interested participants are encouraged to register in advance via the official registration link.
