- The event has been supported by 369Global, CyberGuard Africa, Startinev and USIU.
- Experts will find innovative ways to address cyber threats while looking at hands-on problem sollving strategies.
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United States International University is playing host to a key cyber security conference aimed at finding ways to tackle emerging threats in the digital space.
The Masterclass event will offer top talents in the cybersecurity space to explore the most innovative ways to address cyber threats while looking at hands-on problem sollving strategies.
The resolutions of the conference would help in nurturing cybersecurity excellence in Africa through cutting-edge solutions.
The conference brings together top talents within the digital sector including Bright Gameli, a renowned cyber security expert and co-founder of AfricaHackOn.
Gameli’s leadership underscores the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding digital infrastructure.
The AfricaHackon has onboarded a Canadian dimension to their programming through an innovative partnership with the 369 Global group of companies headquartered in Ontario, Canada.
The group is focused on skills training and workforce development, media and communications, and global market facilitation.
In particular, 369 Global operates Computek College, one of Canada’s leading career colleges.
“Through Computek College, we have gained over 30 years of experience in developing and delivering postsecondary vocational training to address critical labour market gaps in Canada, particularly in Southern Ontario,” said Kumaran Nadesan, Co-Founder and Deputy Chairman, 369 Global.
“We are excited to explore how we can help bring this expertise to other international jurisdictions and partner with local leaders like Dr. Bright Gameli to strengthen domestic and international tech labour mobility and generally expand the scope and reach of the Africa – Canada corridor.”
For the first time, AfricaHackon is bringing a Canadian dimension to their programming through an innovative partnership with the 369 Global group of companies headquartered in Ontario, Canada.
Phillip Irode, Deputy Director Cyber Security at ICT Authority, stressed on the need for adequate capacity building in the country to fill up the vacant roles needed in both private and public sector.
He also alluded to the fact that cyber criminals are not slowing down in their attacks on country wide critical systems and a need to always be ready to be resilient.
The Masterclass serves as a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration and advancing cybersecurity prowess across the continent with.
The event has been supported by 369Global, CyberGuard Africa, Startinev and USIU.