Interpol warns of digital threat in Africa

The annual INTERPOL report revealed a serious escalation in cyber threats across Africa in 2025, with damages from attacks reaching approximately $484 million (about €419 million). The number of targeted victims nearly doubled, rising to around 87,000 targets compared to 32,000 the previous year. The report indicated that artificial intelligence is playing a significant role in enhancing the capabilities of cybercriminals, through the development of malicious programs and targeted scams, leading to a substantial increase in attacks—especially in West and Central Africa—where techniques such as phishing and social engineering are increasingly used. Experts also pointed out that most incidents go unreported, and the actual economic damages could exceed $5 billion, while Africa spends about $15.3 billion annually on cybersecurity to combat these growing threats.

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