Cybersecurity for the Intelligence Age
About AfricaCyberFest
The Africa Cyber Fest is a youth-focused cybersecurity conference that gathers young talents in Africa to foster knowledge sharing and capacity building, aiming to strengthen the resilience of Africa’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
This is a high-profile event that would attract individuals and corporate organizations from the industry, academia, and government organizations on a large scale, featuring a series of expert sessions, workshops, networking, hacking, and ideas proliferation around the latest happenings within the cybersecurity landscape..
Conference Theme
Cybersecurity for the Intelligence Age
The age of AI is transforming our world, unlocking new possibilities to enhance human abilities and extend opportunities in Africa and globally. It is estimated that AI could double the GDP rate of African countries by 2035. Nations in Africa are already developing AI strategies and implementing data protection laws for the development of an AI Ecosystem. However, alongside these numerous benefits, development and rapidly evolving digital landscape, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) also introduces new challenges and expands the threat landscape.
Africa Cyberfest 2025 will explore the dual-edged nature of AI in cybersecurity, its unique challenges and the opportunities it presents in Africa. Exploring how AI can be leveraged to protect critical infrastructure, combat cybercrime, improve governance and secure the growing digital economy across the continent.
Conference Highlights
This event brings together leading cybersecurity experts, thought leaders, and practitioners from across the continent and beyond. Engaging participants through keynotes, panel discussions, and lightning talks featuring experts in the field of cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence who will provide valuable insights into different subject matters.
Experience cyber threat in a realistic environment. Participants get to put their skills to the test in our immersive cybersecurity simulation exercise. This dynamic and engaging experience will challenge participant to respond to real-world cyber threats, collaborate with peers, and hone their incident response capabilities.
Showcasing Africa's Cybersecurity Innovation. Witness groundbreaking projects and products from across the continent that highlight innovative solutions developed by African companies and individuals dedicated to securing the continent's digital future.
This informal event provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. Share insights, find new relationships, and build valuable connections that can propel your cybersecurity journey forward.
A 4-day pre-conference technical workshop series demystifying the use of AI agents and no-code platforms for driving cybersecurity operations and professional upskilling.
Who can Attend
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CISOs, CTOs, CIOs and other C-Level Executive
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Cybersecurity professionals and experts.
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Government officials and policymakers.
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Academia and research institutions.
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Businesses and industry leaders.
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Students and young professionals interested in cybersecurity.
Get Involved
Be a Participant
Gain invaluable knowledge and skills from leading cybersecurity experts, network with professionals and potential employers, participate in hands-on workshops and activities, and access exclusive resources. Be part of the growing African cybersecurity movement.
Packages:
Sankore
₦10k
Safari
₦20k
Kilimanjaro
₦50k
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