About Us
The Swiss-African Cybersecurity Community is a collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity knowledge, research, and practice across Switzerland and Africa.
Our community operates as a dynamic network, supporting joint research, academic publications, and capacity-building efforts to ensure a secure and resilient digital future.
Mission and Vision
The Swiss-African Cybersecurity Community fosters cross-cultural collaboration between Swiss and African Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to advance cybersecurity research, education, and capacity building. Through joint initiatives, knowledge-sharing, and innovation, we empower researchers, students, and professionals to develop sustainable solutions that enhance digital trust and resilience across regions.
To build a sustainable, globally connected cybersecurity community that bridges Switzerland and Africa, driving innovation, education, and research to create a more secure digital future for all.
Our Impact
As a newly established initiative, the Swiss-African Cybersecurity Community is laying the groundwork for impactful research and collaboration. Our anticipated contributions include:
- Facilitating knowledge exchange between Swiss and African universities/organisations through joint research and academic publications.
- Developing cybersecurity education materials to enhance skills and awareness across diverse regions.
- Hosting workshops and training programs to strengthen digital security capacity in both academic and professional settings.
- Publishing research findings to inform policy and industry best practices in cybersecurity.
- Building a sustainable community that will continue to drive innovation beyond the project’s duration.
As the initiative progresses, we will showcase key achievements, past activities, and research outcomes, highlighting our commitment to fostering global cybersecurity collaboration.
