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🏴‍☠️ Senegal National ID System Breached: Ransomware Attack Exposes Data Risks

10 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Senegal’s Directorate of File Automation was forced offline after a ransomware attack by Green Blood Group, exposing sensitive citizen and biometric data. The breach highlights urgent concerns about digital identity security and reliance on foreign technology partners.

AI or Bust: Can Artificial Intelligence Fix Microcredit’s Broken Promises?

09 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of microcredit, promising personalized guidance and real-time monitoring for vulnerable borrowers. But can these technologies truly overcome the limitations that have plagued microfinance for decades? This feature investigates the high-stakes intersection of AI and global poverty reduction.

🏴‍☠️ Wells Fargo Kenya Targeted by Thegentlemen Ransomware Group: Security Industry on High Alert

07 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Wells Fargo, Kenya’s leading security firm, has been hit by a ransomware attack from Thegentlemen group. The breach exposes vulnerabilities in the region’s security industry and raises urgent questions about digital defenses.

Justice Unplugged: Barefoot Lawyers, AI, and the African Legal Revolution

03 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Grassroots paralegals and digital innovation are demolishing barriers to justice in Africa. Explore how barefoot lawyers and AI are reshaping legal access for millions.

🏴‍☠️ 0apt Ransomware Strikes Liberia’s National Investment Commission | Netcrook

02 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Liberia’s National Investment Commission has been named as the latest victim of the 0apt ransomware group, signaling rising cyber threats against key African institutions.

🏴‍☠️ Liberia Revenue Authority Targeted by 0apt Ransomware Group

02 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

The Liberia Revenue Authority has become the latest target of ransomware group 0apt, raising alarms about the cybersecurity of government institutions in Africa. Details remain scarce, but the attack highlights urgent challenges for digital resilience.

🏴‍☠️ Liberia’s Power Grid Held Hostage: Ransomware Group 0apt Targets National Utility

02 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Ransomware group 0apt claims to have breached Liberia Electricity Corporation, seizing critical power grid blueprints and customer databases. The attackers threaten public data release if demands are not met, exposing the vulnerabilities of vital infrastructure.

Cloud Shadows: How Arsink RAT Hijacks Androids Using Trusted Cloud Services

02 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A sweeping Android malware campaign, Arsink RAT, leverages trusted cloud platforms and social channels to steal data and remotely control thousands of devices worldwide. Discover how this threat operates and how to protect yourself.

AI and the Jihadist Surge: Unmasking the Sahel’s New Tech-Driven Terror

02 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Africa

The Sahel is now the world’s most dangerous laboratory for tech-enabled jihadism, blending state collapse, insurgency, and AI-driven tactics. Discover the new frontline in global security.

Arsink Spyware: Fake 'Pro' Apps Infect 45,000 Phones Globally

31 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Arsink spyware is sweeping 143 countries by disguising itself as 'Pro' versions of popular apps like WhatsApp and TikTok. With over 45,000 victims, this Android malware grants hackers complete control over infected devices. Discover the tactics behind the scheme and why sticking to official app stores is crucial.