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Safe internet access is a right that must be protected for the people at risk
Across Africa, digital identity systems are rapidly becoming the backbone of service delivery, financial inclusion, and governance. From Nigeria’s National Identification Number (NIN) to Kenya’s Huduma Namba and Ethiopia’s Fayda ID, governments are building large-scale digital public infrastructure to formalize identity and unlock access to essential services. Yet, as these
A young lady posted a video of her celebrating a career milestone; she expected congratulations from her professional network. Instead, the comment section was filled with sexual propositions and personal attacks questioning her competence. Within hours, someone had provided edited personal photos of her and was circulating them across social
Intelligence on Malware, Threat Actors, and Campaigns in Motion Introduction Darkstream Dispatch is a monthly intelligence report dedicated to tracking and analyzing malware families, threat actors, and cyber campaigns primarily targeting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), human rights defenders, and advocacy groups. As digital threats become more sophisticated, CSOs face increasing
This month focuses on Quantum Route Redirect, a new phishing tool targeting Microsoft 365 Users, the SesameOp Backdoor using OpenAI for covert C2 attacks, and a new Android Trojan called Sturnus. Quantum Route Redirect A new phishing tool called Quantum Route Redirect is being used to target Microsoft 365 users,
This month focuses on the Rise in AI Phishing Attacks, ‘Herodotus’ the Very Smart Android Trojan, and the now-patched Chrome Zero-day exploit. AI-driven Cyberattacks Continue To Be On The Rise Cybercriminals in Africa are increasingly leveraging AI to enhance phishing, impersonation, and deepfake attacks, leading to a sharp rise in