Liberia Cyber Warriors Advance to ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon Finals

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Liberia Cyber Warriors Advance to ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon Finals

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ThreatCluster •May 22, 2026 at 18:11 UTC

•Liberia Cyber Warriors qualified for the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon finals in Ghana.
•The competition takes place from June 8-12, 2026, focusing on cybersecurity skills.
•The team is appealing for public support to cover competition-related expenses.

The Liberia Cyber Warriors team has qualified for the finals of the 4th ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon, scheduled for June 8-12 in Accra, Ghana. This event showcases the team's skills in cybersecurity amidst increasing digital threats in West Africa. Led by Victor K. Jarlwood Jr., the team emerged from a month-long qualifying competition involving complex cybersecurity challenges. Their participation is seen as a significant step for Liberia's youth in the tech sector, highlighting the nation's growing digital capabilities. The competition format includes a Capture the Flag challenge, testing participants' abilities to defend against simulated cyber threats. The Liberian team seeks public support for travel and training expenses as they prepare for the finals. This event is part of a broader initiative to strengthen cybersecurity resilience in the region.

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2026-04-01

Qualifying phase began for ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon

Teams competed in a month-long remote challenge to secure a spot in the finals.

2026-04-30

Qualifying phase ended

The Liberia Cyber Warriors successfully advanced through the competitive selection process.

2026-05-21

Liberia Cyber Warriors announced as finalists

The team prepares for the finals in Ghana, representing Liberia on a significant digital security stage.

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