CyberM8 is a cybersecurity advocacy, awareness, and skills development initiative dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity knowledge across South Africa. The initiative addresses the limited cybersecurity awareness among South Africans by equipping individuals, SMMEs, and communities with essential skills and best practices to navigate the digital landscape securely. Through public awareness campaigns, policy influence, and tailored training programs, CyberM8 aims to build a more resilient and digitally aware society, empowering South Africans to proactively protect their digital environments.
Compliance and Experience
CyberM8 Initiative operates as a registered Non-Profit Company (NPC) led by a team of cybersecurity and Information Communication Technology (ICT) experts, collectively bringing over 35 years of experience to the field. This expertise enables CyberM8 to offer practical, impactful resources and programs designed to meet the needs of diverse audiences. By working collaboratively with educational institutions, government bodies, and industry partners, CyberM8 plays a vital role in fortifying South Africa’s cybersecurity infrastructure and cultivating a digitally skilled workforce.
Our Vision
To create a safer digital environment for all South Africans by fostering a culture of cybersecurity policies, awareness and education, and innovation.
Our Mission
To empower South Africans with the necessary cybersecurity skills and knowledge through comprehensive training programmes, workshops, and collaborative initiatives, thereby enhancing individual capabilities and highlighting employment opportunities within the cybersecurity and ICT sectors.
Our Objectives
The key objectives CyberM8:
- Enhancing User Awareness and Education: Educating users and raising awareness about cybersecurity threats, best practices, and policies are crucial objectives. CyberM8 develops training programs, conducts workshops, and promotes a culture of cybersecurity awareness among internet users.
- Business and Employment Opportunities: Exposing out-of-school youth to employment and business opportunities within the cybersecurity sector; and
- Collaboration and Information Sharing: In today’s interconnected world, collaboration and information sharing among organisations and cybersecurity professionals are essential objectives. CyberM8 seeks to foster partnerships, participating in information-sharing networks, and contributing to the collective knowledge and defense against evolving cyber threats.