Arctic Wolf expands into South Africa, recruiting local partners to offer advanced cybersecurity solutions and protect businesses from cyberattacks. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Arctic Wolf, a leading company in security operations, has announced its expansion into South Africa, where it is actively recruiting local partners to help drive the adoption of its cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions

A dedicated team from Arctic Wolf will assist customers across the African continent by providing security monitoring to detect and respond to cyber threats. The company focuses on monitoring computers, networks, and cloud-based assets for malicious activity, including cybercrime, ransomware, and malware attacks, which are increasingly common worldwide.

Clare Loveridge, Arctic Wolf’s vice-president & general manager EMEA, explained, “We have had considerable interest in the advanced cyber security which we offer customers from businesses throughout South Africa and the wider continent, so it was a logical step to formally start operations there.”

“As a channel-driven business, we believe it is critical for us to be able to recruit partners in South Africa with the vision and skills necessary to highlight to their customers the enormous benefits that Arctic Wolf can bring with its unparalleled protection. We have been delighted in only a few days, how much interest the South African channel has shown in what we do and in how we can work together to protect businesses large and small from cyberattack,” added Loveridge. 

CTM360 and AfricaCERT unite to enhance cybersecurity across Africa through strategic assessments and collaboration. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

CTM360, a prominent cybersecurity platform based in Bahrain, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AfricaCERT, a nonprofit organisation focused on enhancing cybersecurity readiness within the African digital landscape

The MoU aims to empower AfricaCERT and its members by implementing comprehensive external cybersecurity assessments across the continent. These assessments will be vital in identifying potential risks and developing effective solutions to fortify the region's cybersecurity framework.

Mirza Asrar Baig, CEO of CTM360, commented, "We are thrilled to partner with AfricaCERT to advance cybersecurity across Africa. This MoU represents a major step forward in our mission to provide comprehensive protection and support to CERTs in the region. At CTM360, we believe in creating lasting value for the entire cybersecurity community. We’re eager to contribute to more initiatives as we work towards a stronger, more resilient cybersecurity landscape. By working together, we aim to bolster Africa's cybersecurity framework and ensure a safer digital environment for all."

Jean-Robert Hountomey, co-founder of AfricaCERT, stated, "Together, we welcome the opportunity to support our community with solutions that strengthen our commitment to a more resilient African cyberspace that remains an engine for economic growth. We aim to provide Defenders with tools and frameworks to improve their cybersecurity posture while equipping Business Leaders and Policymakers with resources they can leverage to assist organisations in administering security controls and making risk-based decisions."

Through the utilisation of CTM360’s expertise in External Attack Surface Management and Digital Risk Protection, this collaboration will enhance the capacity of African Security Teams to effectively monitor, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats across their Critical National Infrastructure (CNIs).

Liquid Intelligent Technologies expands its cybersecurity solutions, adding asset management, risk remediation, and compliance support for East Africa. (Image source: Liquid Intelligent Technologies)

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies and a prominent African tech company, has unveiled an exciting new addition to its range of cybersecurity solutions offered through its Cyber Security Fusion Centres (CSFC)

This latest solution aims to provide customers with a more comprehensive cybersecurity offering, incorporating features such as asset management, risk remediation, patch management, and compliance support into Liquid’s existing cloud security services.

“With the rapid pace of digital transformation, businesses must continuously enhance their cybersecurity strategies. Cybercriminals are growing more sophisticated, and Liquid is committed to investing in cutting-edge solutions to stay ahead of these evolving threats, ensuring our customers’ systems remain secure. Our Cyber Security Fusion Centres offer the ideal platform to manage these risks for our clients,” said Adil El Youssefi, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies: Rest of Africa.

Compliance support is a critical component of any cybersecurity strategy, and this new solution allows Liquid to assist businesses in adhering to both local and international regulations. The solution can be customised to align with any compliance framework and regional data protection laws.

Leveraging its robust local infrastructure and cloud expertise, Liquid is well-positioned to deliver these services throughout East Africa. Its Azure stacks in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda ensure businesses can maintain compliance with local regulations while accessing top-tier cloud and security services. Complementing this, its CSFCs offer tailored support across cybersecurity, cloud, and networks, providing end-to-end security for both enterprise and SME clients.

With the addition of these new features to its existing portfolio, which includes L3-L7 DDoS mitigation, Virtual CISO, and Managed Security Services, Liquid enables its customers to more effectively manage and protect their cyber assets while offering proactive threat detection and prevention against cyberattacks.