26ᵗʰ February 2026 | Gallagher Convention Centre | Johannesburg | South Africa
Mark your calendar for 26ᵗʰ February 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa at Gallagher Convention Centre. CYSEC AFRICA the continent’s flagship cybersecurity gathering returns with a bold new chapter under the theme: Turning Cyber Threats into Africa’s Cyber Strength.
The event unites industry leaders, technology innovators, and government experts to transform the continent’s cyber landscape into a foundation of resilience and strategic growth.
With South Africa facing a surge in phishing, ransomware, and digital fraud, the government has elevated cybersecurity to a national security priority, recognizing that cyber defence is now essential to sovereignty. Meanwhile, rapid digital expansion across Africa from fintech to infrastructure is widening both opportunity and risk, with attacks costing economies up to 10% of GDP in some regions.
CYSEC AFRICA 2026 is where vision meets vigilance a platform to strengthen defences, drive innovation, and shape a secure digital future for Africa.
Posing as a gateway to Africa’s digital economy, South Africa is positioning itself as a dynamic player backed by a strong cybersecurity market, robust digital policies, and a forward-looking investment landscape, thereby making it the quintessential host for CYSEC AFRICA. With the advent of the 5th Industrial Revolution, the country is also stepping up its game with e-government initiatives, smart cities, industry cloud platforms, and more. This proactive approach underscores South Africa’s commitment to embracing cutting-edge technologies while ensuring cybersecurity remains a top priority.
As we delve into discussions, workshops, and collaborations at the summit, we’re not just exploring cybersecurity trends; we’re shaping the digital security framework for Africa’s digital age.
The South Africa Cybersecurity Market size is estimated at USD 0.26 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 0.49 billion by 2029.
Despite South Africa’s various political, economic, and social challenges, it has leapfrogged into the digital age and cyberspace has been woven into the fabric of everyday life. With a digital penetration rate of 72 percent, South Africa has been referred to as the world’s most internet-addicted country.
Data breaches cost the South African economy R2.2-billion every year, but the cybersecurity market, growing at a CAGR of 12.97%, is poised to turn this
around drastically!
South Africa is Africa’s dominant cloud market, with over 60% of the continent’s data centres, leading to an Increased emphasis on better cloud security.
