Morocco is hosting the African Cybersecurity Summit from 3-5 of February in Rabat, bringing together over 900 participants from 29 African and Arab countries to discuss shared security challenges relating to artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing, Morocco’s Press Agency (MAP) reported.
Held by the General Directorate of Information Systems Security (DGSSI), the Summit highlighted Morocco’s growing commitment to cybersecurity ahead of hosting multiple international sporting events such as the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025 and the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Minister Delegate in charge of the National Defense Administration Abdellatif Loudiyi said that Morocco and all of Africa’s progress in cybersecurity hinges on “solidarity, cooperation, and strong South-South partnerships.”
Loudiyi reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to working with African partners to “strengthen collective capabilities and ensure a secure and prosperous digital future for the region,” he told MAP.
Over three days, the summit will feature conferences, panel discussions, and workshops covering several cybersecurity topics with a focus on AI and cloud computing.
Participants will explore innovative solutions and best practices to address the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Additionally, the DGSSI is providing cybersecurity training sessions for 400 Moroccan and African professionals. Topics include risk and vulnerability management, securing infrastructure and data, AI-driven threat analysis, cloud security, and secure application development.