JustUnsecure Cybersecurity and Suwebatu AB collaborate to launch AfriHackBox at Cybersecurity Summit Africa

An important step toward creating a strong cybersecurity community in Africa has been taken with the introduction of AfriHackBox. AfriHackBox is a platform for ethical hacking and training that provides practical learning experiences, real-world problems, and a range of tools and resources tailored to the unique security requirements of African infrastructure. Through the platform, participants will receive training based on the most recent trends in the sector while participating in Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges that simulate real-life cybersecurity scenarios.

Babatunde Anifowoshe, co-founder of JustUnsecure, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce AfriHackBox in partnership with Suwebatu AB, who share our vision of developing cybersecurity talent throughout the continent." "Our goal is to raise $25 million and train over 500,000 people a year in order to maintain and grow our  initiatives, creating a safer digital environment in Africa.”

Important AfriHackBox Features:

Ethical Hacking Challenges: CTF contests and hacking scenarios that mimic actual security risks and give competitors hands-on practice.

Localized Learning Content: Training programs and courses that address particular regional cybersecurity issues, like mobile security and mitigating local vulnerabilities.

Career Path Navigation: Resources to assist users in charting their cybersecurity career paths, linking them to internships, mentors, and other pertinent information.

Multilingual Interface: To serve a varied audience throughout the continent, the platform should be available in English, French, and Swahili.

Team Leaders of Team: Fulafia-JHack and Team Fulafia Wakanda present awards to the top ten winners.

In his speech titled "Building a Resilient Cyber security Ecosystem: Africa's path to Digital Sovereignty," Mr. Arnold Agure-Dam, Senior Special Adviser to the Secretary of the Government of the Federation, stated that the program is a much-needed conversation given the unprecedented pace of Africa's digital transformation. According to him, developing a robust cyber security ecosystem is essential for Africa as, as a center of innovation, economic expansion, and technical advancement, it is becoming more vulnerable to cyberthreats that, if not adequately addressed, might halt its advancement.

Africa has rapidly become more digitally savvy in the past ten years. The expansion of e-commerce platforms, the use of digital payment methods, the development of mobile connection, and the growing application of smart technologies in a variety of industries have fundamentally transformed how we live and work. But this progress is accompanied by a startling rise in cyberthreats. The number of cyberattacks against companies, governmental organizations, and vital infrastructure is rapidly increasing. Attacks, data breaches, and fraud against people and organizations have increased across the continent.

At the Cybersecurity Summit Africa, Suwebatu AB and JustUnsecure Cybersecurity team together to introduce AfriHackBox. Hon. Akinyemi Bankole, the Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, discussed the significance of information technology in empowering people and creating wealth. "The event is very in line with the state government's strategic plan for wealth creation and IT development," he said. He also urged more partnerships to build on past successes and strengthen the nation's digital infrastructure and and indeed the continent at large against the continued cyber threats.

The CEO/MD of Swebatu AB, Paul John, emphasized the value of teamwork and shared accountability in the battle against cyberthreats. "Cybersecurity is not just a technical problem; it's a societal issue that calls for cross-sector cooperation," he stated. For projects like AfriHackBox to be sustainable and expand, the public-private partnership approach is crucial. Industry leaders, public servants, and cybersecurity enthusiasts attended the Cybersecurity Summit Africa kickoff event, which brought attention to the region's rising need for all-encompassing and cooperative approaches to digital security.