Cyber Forum

Title: Enhancing Cyber Resilience in African Leadership

Theme: Bridging the Gap: Empowering African Leaders for a Secure Digital Future

VISION

Goal: Strengthening cybersecurity understanding and practices among African leaders.

Focus: Integrating cybersecurity into national security strategies and fostering proactive approaches to cyber challenges.

TARGET AUDIENCE

African Heads of State, Government Officials, Ministers, Ambassadors, CISOs, Policy Advisors, Representatives of Regional Organizations, Private Sector Executives, Academics, Military and Defense Officials, Law Enforcement Officials.

KEY ENGAGEMENTS

Corporate Partnerships: Engaging with corporations like Google and Mandiant for sponsorship and collaborative projects.

Educational Initiatives: Joint workshops and training sessions with partners.

International Collaboration: Engaging with global entities like the UN and AU for a broader impact.

FORUM PROGRAM OUTLINE

Cybersecurity Awareness Presentations: Tailored sessions for Heads of Government and State, highlighting cybersecurity challenges and solutions.

Seminars and Tabletop Exercises: Interactive sessions for a broader audience, emphasizing practical cybersecurity strategies and exercises.

Leadership and Cyber Diplomacy Training: Academic-style training for high-level officials, focusing on skills for effective cyber diplomacy.

Policy Talks on Cyber Diplomacy: Discussing critical cyber challenges and the role of cyber diplomacy in national and international policy.

TOOLS AND METHODOLOGIES

Utilizing cutting-edge technology and methodologies for educating participants.

Partnership with institutions like George Washington University for technical assistance.

Strategic Partnerships

Google: Leveraging Google’s expertise for innovation and security in the African cybersecurity landscape.

Mandiant: Collaborating for enhanced cybersecurity expertise and global cybersecurity efforts.

2024 OUTLOOK

Launching specific programs in major African cities and international forums.

Focusing on the role of cybersecurity in electoral integrity and democracy.