As AI transforms both the digital threat landscape and the tools we use to defend against it, cyber security is entering a new era — and Africa’s top cyber security event is tackling it head-on.
The 20th annual Security Summit in Cape Town (27–28 May) and in Johannesburg (3–5 June) will bring together over 60 international, African, and local experts to explore how to build cyber resilience in an AI-driven world.
The summit will unpack all the latest cyber security developments, the methods that attackers are using and best practices in how companies are protecting their digital assets from evolving threats.
“Cyber resilience in the age of AI is not just a technical issue – it’s a strategic imperative,” says Lisa Lawlor, events director at ITWeb. “This year’s agenda highlights the need for both innovation and strategic foresight in defending against next-generation cyber threats. The Summit has become a vital platform for unpacking these complexities, particularly in the African context.”
Key topics include:
· The role of AI in both attack and cyber defence.
· The use of machine learning in threat detection.
· Why humans remain the weakest link in cyber security.
· Africa’s cyber risk landscape.
· Zero Trust architecture.
· Safeguarding space assets – preparing for unseen cyber security challenges
· The challenges of securing supply chains.
· The impact of quantum computing and post-quantum encryption.
With an exhibition of the latest cyber security solution being staged alongside the conference, the summit is also an opportunity to learn about the latest solutions to mitigate cyber security risks in the face of a constantly shifting threat environment.
Running alongside the Security Summit 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre, #SS25HACK will bring together young local talent who will collaborate to tackle real-world challenges under the guidance of industry mentors. Explore the program, speakers and agenda and register to attend the Security Summit in Cape Town or Johannesburg.
