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SecureAfrique Cybersecurity Podcast - Safeguarding the Digital Frontier

SecureAfrique Cybersecurity Podcast - Safeguarding the Digital Frontier

Hosted by Olu Faks

Episodes

25

Latest episode

Jan 2026

Language

EN-GB

About the show

SecureAfrique - A Bi-weekly podcast that brings you the latest Cyber Security Headlines across the world, with a focus on Information Security, Information Systems Security and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) across the African continent. Each episode always end with a fun fact in the Cyber Security field.

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25 recent
January 24, 20264 min

Retailers Warn After Rise in Loyalty Card Breaches

-  Retailers Warn After Rise in Loyalty Card Breaches-  African Financial Institutions See Fresh Wave of Phishing Attacks-  Healthcare Sector Remains a Prime Cyber Target- Data Privacy Fines Climb as Regulators Tighten EnforcementRemember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

December 25, 20254 min

UK Businesses Warned After Surge in Supply-Chain Cyber Attacks

- UK Business Warned After  Surge in Supply-Chain Cyber Attacks -  Cybersecurity Skills Gap Widens Despite Rising Threats - Data Privacy Fines Climb as Regulators Tighten EnforcementRemember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

December 21, 2025Episode 65 min

Jaguar Land Rover August Breach:- Employee Data Breach Confirmed Compromised

- JLR’s  Employee Data Breach Confirmed- Cloud Misconfiguration Leaves African SMEs Exposed- Healthcare Still a Prime Ransomware Target - Fintech Fraud Attempts Spike Ahead of PayDay Weekend. Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

November 25, 2025Episode 64 min

Supply Chain Pain Across The Midlands

- JLR’s Cyber Shutdown Turns Costly- Revenue Drop from the Fallout- UK Economy Takes a Hit Too - Supply Chain Pain Across the Midlands-  A Lesson in Economic Security. Support the showRemember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

November 4, 20253 min

Capita Fined £14 Million For Lapse in Governance

- Capita Fined £14 Million For Lapse in Governance - Hackers Explore SharePoint Vulnerability.-  Nuclear Site Breach -  AWS Outage Ripple Effect On Major Websites.-  NCSC Reports Rise In Cyber Attacks In UK.-  Supply Chain Gets New Rules/Guidelines By US Authority. Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

September 29, 20253 min

Government Pledges Remuneration for JLR Cyber Attack Victims

-  Government Pledges Remuneration for JLR Cyber Attack Victims .-  Dutch Cyber Attack: Latest Updates and Global Repercussions -  African Banks Tighten Defenses Amid Rising Ransomware Threats.-  UN Warns of Escalating Cybersecurity Risks in Developing Nations.-  Experts Debate: Is Africa Ready for AI-Driven Cyber Threats? Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

September 23, 202534 min

Sit Down Conversation With Joan Nwafor - A Cybersecurity/GRC Consultant and Awareness Strategist

Had a great and insightful conversation with Joan about her journey, the challenges, and achievements.We also touched on creating her initiative, "Cyberlingo," starting "CyberTalks With Jojo" and how these are shaping individuals.From her membership program in CyberGirls to what she's up to lately.Bet you are going to love this laid-back conversation.  Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

September 22, 20254 min

Ripple Effect Continues As A Result of The JLR Cyber Attack

- Ripple Effects Continue As a Result of The JLR Cyber Attack.- Fallout From JLR Cyber Breach.- Heathrow Data Breach Concerns. - Global & African Cybersecurity Pulse.Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

May 16, 2025Episode 23 min

Cybersecurity Company CEO Charged for Planting Malware

- CEO of a Cybersecurity Company Charged for Planting Malware.- Microsoft to Expand Hotpatching.- Apple Airplay is Being Exploited. - Ransomware Cripples Hospitals.Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

May 5, 2025Episode 15 min

"Co-Op" Under Siege: Cyberattack Hits UK Retail Giant

- UK retail giant Co-Op Hit By A Major Cyber-Attack.- Paradies Pays the Price: $6.9M Settlement Over 2020 Data Breach.- Zambia Gets Serious on Data Privacy: Inside the Rollout of the Data Protection Act. - Ransomware Hits the Aisles: Ahold Delhaize USA Confirms Data Breach.- BFSI Security Summit 2025 to Address Rising Cybersecurity Threats in Africa's Financial Sector.Remember...Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard.Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

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