Agenda Highlights
- Navigating the Digital Future
- Ransomware Resilience
- Harnessing AI for Cutting-Edge Threat Detection
- CIO vs CISO Debate
- Combating Social Engineering Attacks
Future-Proof Cloud Security
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Event Overview
Africa has experienced a significant surge in internet usage, with over 500 million users recorded. With the evolving digital landscape, the region faces a growing array of cybersecurity challenges. In 2023, ransomware attacks in Africa increased by 50%, with the financial and healthcare industries being the most targeted. Phishing attempts also soared. African industries faced significant losses due to cyber incidents, with the banking sector alone incurring an estimated $1 billion in damages from cyberattacks in the past year. While AI presents substantial opportunities for enhancing cybersecurity capabilities, it also poses formidable challenges. Cybercriminals’ exploitation of AI technologies exacerbates existing vulnerabilities and underscores the need for comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.
Governments across Africa are taking proactive steps to enhance cybersecurity. Nigeria introduced the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, while Kenya made strides with the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act. Future regulatory initiatives include the African Union’s efforts to develop a continent-wide cybersecurity framework to harmonize regulations and improve cross-border collaboration.
Join the Cybersecurity Summit: Africa summit to explore these trends. The summit will bring together industry visionaries and thought leaders who will delve into topics including third-party security, the rise in social engineering attacks, cloud defense strategies, and cross-border cybersecurity cooperation, among others.
Galeboe Mogotsi
Chief Information Security Officer , University of the Witwatersrand
Varsha Sewlal
Executive Legal and Deputy Information Office, Railway Safety Regulator
Sithembile Songo
Group Head, Information Security, Eskom
Advisors
Guiding Our Summit with Industry Expertise
Our Summit Advisory Committee comprises industry visionaries whose guidance ensures the conference programs remain relevant, cutting-edge, and aligned with the most pressing cybersecurity challenges and opportunities – enabling attendees to apply the insights and learnings to their daily work.
Abdul-Hakeem Ajijola
Chair, African Union Cybersecurity Experts Group
Preeta Bhagattjee
Director and Head of the Technology & Innovation, Werksmans Attorneys
Simon Nare
Head of Information Security, TransUnion Africa
Sithembile Songo
Group Head Information Security, Eskom
Varsha Sewlal
Executive Legal and Deputy Information Office, Railway Safety Regulator
Galeboe Mogotsi
CISO, University of Witwatersrand
Ntombothando Sigabi
Information Security and Risk Manager, Western Cape Blood Services
Mojalefa Mofammere
Network and Security Manager, Assupol
Bernard Chadenga
Founder & CEO, The Cimplicity Institute
Speakers
Thought Leaders on Stage and Leading Deep Dive Discussions
ISMG Summits bring the foremost thought leaders and educators in the security space to the stage, interactive workshops and networking events. Learn from the “who’s who” in Cybersecurity passionate about the latest tools and technology to defend against threats
Abdul-Hakeem Ajijola
Chair, African Union Cybersecurity Experts Group
Keynote: Navigating the Digital Future: Advancing Technology and Ensuring Cybersecurity
The keynote will explore the road map to the digital revolution, highlighting the intersection of technology advancement and cybersecurity. It will address the latest technological trends and the measures needed to protect digital assets. The speaker will also highlight the role of the government in fostering a secure digital environment and the collaborative efforts needed between public and private sectors.
The session will cover:
- Latest technological advancements driving digital revolution;
- Current regulations impacting technology and cybersecurity;
- How CIOs and CISOs can collaborate to drive digital transformation while ensuring cybersecurity.
Abdul-Hakeem Ajijola, Chair, African Union Cybersecurity Experts Group
Preeta Bhagattjee
Director and Head of the Technology & Innovation, Werksmans Attorneys
Nadia Veeran-Patel
Information Security Officer (CISO), LRMG
Navigating Complex Regulations—CISOs’ Role in Ransomware, Financial Crime, and AI Compliance
How can CISOs ensure that their strategies align with evolving legal frameworks while safeguarding their businesses?
This fireside chat will discuss the implications of various regulations on ransomware defense, the prevention of financial crime, and the ethical and legal considerations surrounding the use of AI in cybersecurity.
The session will cover:
Key regulatory frameworks governing ransomware response and mitigation.
Compliance strategies for preventing financial crime in the digital age.
Ethical and legal implications of integrating AI into cybersecurity practices.
Preeta Bhagattjee, Director and Head of the Technology & Innovation, Werksmans Attorneys
Nadia Veeran-Patel, Information Security Officer (CISO), LRMG
Simon Nare
Head of Information Security, TransUnion Africa
Securing the Digital Front Door with Comprehensive IAM Policies
Although not a new concept, implementing an effective IAM strategy continues to be challenging to many organizations. How can organizations manage the critical facets of IAM, including user authentication, access control and identity governance?
The session will provide insights into real-world applications and best practices for deploying comprehensive IAM systems.
The session will cover:
- Strategies for secure user authentication and access control;
- The role of identity governance in IAM;
- Integrating IAM with existing security frameworks.
Simon Nare, Head of Information Security, TransUnion Africa
Sithembile Songo
Group Head Information Security, Eskom
Varsha Sewlal
Executive Legal and Deputy Information Office, Railway Safety Regulator
Fireside Chat: Harnessing AI for Cutting-Edge Threat Detection and Cyber Defense
This transformative approach not only offers actionable intelligence but also enhances overall security resilience.
The discussion will cover the integration challenges, practical applications and strategies for using AI to improve cybersecurity defenses, providing CIOs and CISOs with the insights needed to stay ahead.
The session will cover:
- The role of AI in detecting sophisticated cyberthreats;
- Integration of AI with traditional cybersecurity measures;
- Real-world AI applications and success stories.
Sithembile Songo, Group Head Information Security, Eskom
Varsha Sewlal, Executive Legal and Deputy Information Office, Railway Safety Regulator
Dr Sylvia Sathekge
Partner and Chief Information Officer, SNG Grant Thornton
Tunde Dada
Group CIO/BCM, inq. digital.
CIO vs CISO Debate : IT Outage Preparedness: Strategies and Best Practices for Business Resilience
What are the best practices for preventing and managing outages – IT-related or otherwise?
The speaker will discuss strategies for building resilient IT infrastructure, ensuring business continuity and minimizing downtime during disruptions.
The session will cover:
- Key takeaways from the CrowdStrike outage and lessons learnt;
- Using advanced monitoring tools to detect early signs of potential outages;
- Key principles for creating a resilient IT infrastructure.
Sithembile Songo, Group Head Information Security, Eskom
Galeboe Mogotsi
CISO, University of Witwatersrand
Ntombothando Sigabi
Information Security and Risk Manager, Western Cape Blood Services
Mojalefa Mofammere
Network and Security Manager, Assupol
Panel: Phishing Defense: Combating Social Engineering Attacks
The increasing sophistication of phishing techniques, coupled with the region’s rapid digital transformation and the rise of AI, has made organizations more vulnerable than ever.
The speaker will discuss the latest tactics employed by cybercriminals and their impact on businesses and individuals.
The session will cover:
- The role of social engineering in successful phishing campaigns;
- Effective mitigation strategies to combat phishing;
- The importance of regional and international cooperation in combating phishing attacks.
Galeboe Mogotsi, CISO, University of Witwatersrand
Ntombothando Sigabi, Information Security and Risk Manager, Western Cape Blood Services
Mojalefa Mofammere, Network and Security Manager, Assupol
Corradino Corradi
General Manager: Information Security Strategy, Architecture and Technical Excellence, MTN
Ishaaq Jacobs
Chief Cyber Security Officer, Sasol
Bernard Chadenga
Founder & CEO, The Cimplicity Institute
Panel: Future-Proof Cloud Security: Leadership Strategies for Emerging Threats
In this session, panelists will discuss the challenges and strategies for future-proofing cloud security, the latest advancements in cloud security technologies, the importance of continuous monitoring, and leadership strategies for adapting to regulatory changes and evolving threats.
The session will cover:
- Incident response and recovery planning for cloud environments;
- Vendor risk management in cloud security;
- Implementing zero trust architecture in cloud environments.
Corradino Corradi, General Manager: Information Security Strategy, Architecture and Technical Excellence, MTN
Ishaaq Jacobs, Chief Cyber Security Officer, Sasol
Bernard Chadenga, Founder & CEO, The Cimplicity Institute
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Fireside Chat: Cybersecurity Resilience and Risk Management in the Financial Sector: Bridging the Gap Between Expertise and Strategy
However, effective cybersecurity resilience necessitates a strategic alignment between cybersecurity experts and senior management. In a heavily regulated industry, what are the best ways to achieve compliance while ensuring the effectiveness of risk management strategies?
The session will cover:
- How to ensure cyber resilience on a regional level;
- The role of education and training in building cyber resilience;
- The need for collaboration between government and private sectors.
Closing Comments
The event will be simulive on October 4, 2023 (9:00 am – 2:00 pm) and available on demand until the end of Day 2, October 5, 2023.
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