Africa Threat Landscape Report 2025

Key Insights from Africa’s Cyber Threat Landscape:

• Public Sector and Finance in the Crosshairs: Government bodies and financial institutions remain prime targets, with attackers exploiting sensitive data and monetary systems.
• South Africa Leads in Exposure: The country accounts for the highest share of ransomware and phishing incidents, making it a central hub for cybercrime on the continent.
• Dark Web Economy Fueled by Data and Access: Nearly 70% of dark web threats involve stolen databases, while over 20% revolve around system access sales, enabling large-scale attacks.
• Fragmented Ransomware Activity: Smaller groups dominate the landscape, though players like RansomHub and FunkSec stand out with recurring campaigns.
• Phishing on the Rise: Over 80% of phishing sites now use HTTPS, making attacks harder to detect, with South Africa, Morocco, and Mauritius together responsible for more than 80% of incidents.

Why This Report Matters:

Africa’s growing digital adoption has made it a focal point for cybercriminals exploiting stolen data, ransomware, and phishing. With governments, financial institutions, and telecoms among the hardest hit, the need for proactive, intelligence-led security strategies is greater than ever.

SOCRadar’s report provides organizations with:

• Early intelligence on threats targeting African industries.
• Strategic insights on ransomware, phishing, and dark web activities.
• Recommendations to enhance cyber resilience across sectors.

Take Action Now:

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• Dark Web Monitoring: Detect exposed credentials and sensitive data before adversaries act.
• Ransomware Intelligence: Track ransomware groups active in Africa and mitigate risks early.
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