The 4th National Cybersecurity Forum — jointly organized by the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Mogadishu University (MU) to strengthen Somalia’s cybersecurity resilience.
Who We Are
The Somalia National Cybersecurity Forum is an annual event organized by the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Mogadishu University (MU) to strengthen the country’s cybersecurity resilience. It brings together stakeholders from government institutions, telecom and technology companies, ISPs, banks, academia, and civil society to build partnerships and share knowledge.
The Forum also forms a core component of NCA’s nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaign, aimed at enhancing digital safety and protecting the Somali internet community. It invites cybersecurity professionals, experts, policymakers, and researchers to contribute and submit research papers that align with the Forum’s theme and strategic priorities — supporting evidence-based solutions and practical recommendations for Somalia’s digital ecosystem.
Our Objectives
Strengthen national cybersecurity resilience through multi-stakeholder collaboration.
Promote public awareness and digital safety across all sectors of society.
Enhance institutional capacity through knowledge-sharing, training, and best practices.
Engage youth, academia, and professionals to contribute through research and innovation.
Enhance collaboration among government, private sector, academia, and international partners.
Guiding Principles
Guiding principles for a secure digital Somalia.
To enhance Somalia’s cybersecurity readiness by promoting national collaboration, cybersecurity awareness, and empowering institutions and individuals to build a safe, trusted, and resilient digital environment.
A secure, inclusive, and resilient digital Somalia where citizens, institutions, and businesses confidently engage in the digital world.
Focus Areas
Raise public awareness about cybersecurity threats and promote digital literacy across all sectors.
Foster collaboration between government, private sector, civil society, and international partners.
Strengthen cybersecurity capacity through training, education, and workforce development.
Contribute to robust legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks for cybersecurity.
Promote research and innovation in cybersecurity technologies and practices.
Align Somali cybersecurity initiatives with global best practices and standards.
Organizers
The 4th National Cybersecurity Forum is jointly organized by the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Mogadishu University (MU), two leading institutions committed to advancing digital security in Somalia.
The NCA is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the communications sector in Somalia, ensuring the development of a secure and robust digital infrastructure.
Mogadishu University is a premier higher education institution dedicated to academic excellence and research innovation, with a strong focus on technology and cybersecurity education.
Together, these institutions bring their expertise, resources, and networks to address the most pressing cybersecurity challenges facing Somalia today.
Forum Impact
The People
Join Us
Be part of the conversation shaping Somalia’s digital security future. Submit your research, register to attend, or become a partner.
