CAISEC ’26 brings together African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) and Arab Information and Communication Technologies Organization (AICTO) on global cyber challenges.
In a move to strengthen regional cooperation on digital sovereignty and cybersecurity, Mercury Communications, organizer of the CAISEC ’26, has signed a partnership with the African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA), hosted by Smart Africa. The partnership also includes the Arab Information and Communication Technologies Organization (AICTO), which is affiliated with the League of Arab States.
The partnership will establish a unified Arab-African approach to deal with complex global cyber challenges and cross-border threats. It comes at a critically important time, as cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of economic and political stability and the protection of nations’ critical infrastructure.
CAISEC ’26 Highlights
Under this partnership, CAISEC ’26 will host a roundtable titled: “Securing the Future: Arab and African Perspectives on Cybersecurity”. The roundtable will bring together representatives from 22 Arab and African countries, alongside cybersecurity leaders, experts, policymakers, and representatives from regional and international organizations. It also establishes the first official institutional dialogue between the African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) and Arab cybersecurity stakeholders.
“CAISEC has established itself over the years as an influential regional platform for strategic dialogue fostering cooperation between governments, institutions, and the private sector in ways that support digital stability, protect critical infrastructure, and strengthen the preparedness of national economies for future challenges,” said Ossama Kamal, CEO of Mercury Communications.
“This edition of CAISEC reflects a unique strategic expansion, visible through the distinguished participation cybersecurity decision-makers from Africa and Europe,” said Eng. Mohamed Ben Amor, Secretary General of the Arab Information and Communication Technologies Organization (AICTO).
Mr. Lacina Koné, CEO of Smart Africa, stressed that the future of cybersecurity across Africa and the Arab world depends on collective action and unified visions, calling the partnership a pivotal step toward a safer and more resilient digital space.
He further noted that cybersecurity has become a strategic necessity for enhancing digital trust, protecting critical infrastructure, and creating a secure environment that supports innovation, investment, and sustainable digital transformation across the continent.
The fifth edition of CAISEC ’26 will take place on June 8–9 under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and with the support of Eng. Raafat Hindi, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, under the theme: “Securing the Future and Insuring Against the Unknown.”
