Hackers may exploit insecure Africa internet
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Subject Implications of Africa's growing internet connectivity Significance Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), which has lagged behind the rest of the world in terms of internet connectivity, is now the continent in which internet penetration is growing the fastest. This includes improvements in both fixed line and mobile internet connectivity. However, this growth will be accompanied by an explosion in cybersecurity threats. Impacts Cybercrime will undermine confidence in African online businesses, denting prospects of online commerce. The rise in cybercrime in SSA will necessitate improvements in law enforcement capabilities. This could mean greater assistance from and cooperation with other countries.
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