05/08/2026
π¨ Kenya recorded 3.37 billion cyber threats in Q1 2026, with attacks increasingly targeting banks, hospitals, and government systems through AI-powered cybercrime.
π Cybersecurity researchers report a 48% rise in ransomware attacks across Africa, with Nigeria, Angola, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique among the most targeted countries. Financial institutions and business services remain prime targets for cybercriminals.
π‘οΈ In response to the growing threat landscape, African nations are strengthening cybersecurity frameworks. Recently, Senegal hosted a regional ransomware workshop, while Kenya approved the establishment of a National Cybersecurity Agency to enhance national cyber resilience.
π‘ eScan Security Recommendation:
Organizations should implement advanced Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), ransomware protection, email security, and employee cybersecurity awareness training to stay protected against evolving cyber threats.