Cybercrime is surging across Africa

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A new INTERPOL report has sounded the alarm over a dramatic increase in cybercrime across Africa, with digital crime now accounting for a significant proportional of all criminal activity across the continent.
The report, published this week, paints a sobering picture with two-thirds of surveyed African countries reporting that cybercrime represents a medium-to-high proportion of their total reported crime.
In parts of Western and Eastern Africa, that proportion has skyrocketed, reaching or exceeding 30%.

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Cybercrime is surging across Africa

A new INTERPOL report has sounded the alarm over a dramatic increase in cybercrime across Africa, with digital crime now accounting for a significant proportional of all criminal activity across the continent.

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This is indeed alarming. The rapid increase in cybercrime across Africa highlights the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and education. It's crucial for individuals and businesses to understand the risks and take appropriate precautions.

 

[Wrecker4923]

Seems to be a worldwide trend, including Asia-pacific regions:

‘A cancer’: UN warns Asia-based cybercrime syndicates expanding worldwide

Agency says gangs caused $37bn in losses in Asia as they gain new footholds in Africa, South America, and Middle East.

www.aljazeera.com