Africa's Digital Surge Creates Cybercrime Vulnerability, Experts Warn

A reported cyberattack on Senegal's treasury has exposed critical vulnerabilities in African digital infrastructure, according to RFI English.

As African nations rapidly digitise government and financial systems, cybercriminals are increasingly targeting institutions lacking mature security defences. The Senegal incident demonstrates real-world consequences of infrastructure gaps.

Countries across the continent are struggling to build cybersecurity capacity while modernising at accelerated pace. Experts warn that without investment in defensive capabilities, African nations risk repeated breaches of sensitive government and financial systems.