Techreviewafrica CRASA Advocates for Enhanced Cybersecurity in Southern Africa
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- •CRASA calls for stronger cybersecurity measures in Southern Africa.
- •The Executive Masterclass focuses on spectrum management and security.
- •Dr. Shanapinda emphasizes regulatory harmonisation for better connectivity.
The Communications Regulators’ Association of Southern Africa (CRASA) has called for improved cybersecurity and regulatory harmonisation to bolster digital infrastructure across Southern Africa. This appeal was made by Dr. Stanley Shanapinda during a keynote address at the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO) Executive Masterclass in Gaborone, Botswana, from October 26 to 30, 2026. The masterclass focuses on spectrum management, satellite communications, and security in the commercial space economy. Shanapinda emphasized the need for coordinated regional investments and stronger cybersecurity measures to ensure secure communications networks. He also highlighted the importance of addressing barriers to connectivity, including affordability and digital skills. The initiative aims to foster investment and advance economic integration within the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
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