Welcome to SOCRadar’s 2025 Africa Threat Landscape Report!

Explore the evolving cyber threats shaping Africa’s digital ecosystem with SOCRadar’s 2025 Africa Threat Landscape Report. This analysis highlights key attack trends, regional exposures, and underground activities, equipping organizations with the intelligence needed to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data.

Download the full report now to gain actionable insights and strengthen your cybersecurity defenses.

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:

Safeguard your organization with SOCRadar’s advanced threat intelligence solutions:

• Dark Web Monitoring: Detect exposed credentials and sensitive data before adversaries act.

• Ransomware Intelligence: Track ransomware groups active in Africa and mitigate risks early.

• Phishing Detection & Response: Stay ahead of phishing campaigns with real-time alerts.