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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.\nThe Forum invites cybersecurity professionals, experts, policymakers, and researchers to contribute and submit research papers that align with the forum’s theme and strategic priorities. These submissions support evidence-based solutions, informed decision-making, and practical recommendations for strengthening Somalia’s digital ecosystem and advancing cybersecurity resilience at the national and regional levels.\n<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"about-image\">\n <div class=\"image-container\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Picture1.jpg\" alt=\"National Cybersecurity Forum Visual Representation\">\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"objectives-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Objectives<\/h2>\n <p>Strategic goals for enhancing cybersecurity in Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objectives-container\">\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-shield-alt\"><\/i> Strengthen Resilience<\/h3>\n <p>Strengthen national cybersecurity resilience through multi-stakeholder collaboration.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-bullhorn\"><\/i> Promote Awareness<\/h3>\n <p>Promote public awareness and digital safety across all sectors of society.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i> Enhance Capacity<\/h3>\n <p>Enhance institutional capacity through knowledge-sharing, training, and best practices.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-users\"><\/i> Engage Stakeholders<\/h3>\n <p>Engage youth, academia, and professionals to contribute to Somalia’s cybersecurity ecosystem through research and innovation.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i> Enhance Collaboration<\/h3>\n <p>Enhance collaboration among government, private sector, academia, and international partners.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"mission-vision-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Mission & Vision<\/h2>\n <p>Guiding principles for a secure digital Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-vision-container\">\n <div class=\"mission-vision-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-flag\"><\/i> Our Mission<\/h3>\n <p>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.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-vision-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-eye\"><\/i> Our Vision<\/h3>\n <p>A secure, inclusive, and resilient digital Somalia where citizens, institutions, and businesses confidently engage in the digital world.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"mission-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Focus Areas<\/h2>\n <p>Key focus areas for the 3rd National Cybersecurity Forum<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-grid\">\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-bullseye\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Threat Awareness<\/h3>\n <p>Raise public awareness about cybersecurity threats and promote digital literacy across all sectors of society.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Collaboration<\/h3>\n <p>Foster collaboration between government, private sector, civil society, and international partners.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Capacity Building<\/h3>\n <p>Strengthen cybersecurity capacity through training, education, and workforce development programs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-balance-scale\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Policy Development<\/h3>\n <p>Contribute to the development of robust legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks for cybersecurity.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-chart-line\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Innovation<\/h3>\n <p>Promote research and innovation in cybersecurity technologies and practices.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-globe\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Global Alignment<\/h3>\n <p>Align Somali cybersecurity initiatives with global best practices and standards.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"organizers-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Organizers<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"organizers-content\">\n <div class=\"organizers-text\">\n <p>The <strong>3rd National Cybersecurity Forum<\/strong> is jointly organized by the <strong>National Communications Authority (NCA)<\/strong> and <strong>Mogadishu University (MU)<\/strong>, two leading institutions committed to advancing digital security in Somalia.<\/p>\n <p>The <strong>National Communications Authority (NCA)<\/strong> is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the communications sector in Somalia, ensuring the development of a secure and robust digital infrastructure.<\/p>\n <p><strong>Mogadishu University (MU)<\/strong> is a premier higher education institution in Somalia, dedicated to academic excellence and research innovation, with a strong focus on technology and cybersecurity education.<\/p>\n <p>Together, these institutions bring their expertise, resources, and networks to create a platform that addresses the most pressing cybersecurity challenges facing Somalia today.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"organizers-content\">\n <h2 class=\"organizers-title\">Organizers<\/h2>\n <div class=\"organizers-logos\">\n <div class=\"organizer-logo\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/NCA.png\" alt=\"National Communications Authority\">\n \n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MU-logo-scaled.png\" alt=\"Mogadishu University\">\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"stats-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Forum Impact<\/h2>\n <p>Driving cybersecurity advancement in Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stats-grid\">\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">3rd<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Edition<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">500+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Expected Participants<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">50+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Expert Speakers<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">20+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Technical Sessions<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">6<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Key Focus Areas<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"team-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Organizing Committee<\/h2>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-grid\">\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Mohamed Hagi Abdulkadir<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Abdiaziz Mohamed Abdi<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Nasra Abdi Osman<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Naima Hassan<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n \n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-grid\">\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Mohamed Ali Omar<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Abas Omar Mohamed<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Aweys Hussien Adow<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Ayub Ibrahim Abdi<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"cta-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <h2>Join Us in December 2025<\/h2>\n <p>Be part of the conversation shaping Somalia’s digital security future. 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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.\nThe Forum invites cybersecurity professionals, experts, policymakers, and researchers to contribute and submit research papers that align with the forum’s theme and strategic priorities. These submissions support evidence-based solutions, informed decision-making, and practical recommendations for strengthening Somalia’s digital ecosystem and advancing cybersecurity resilience at the national and regional levels.\n<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"about-image\">\n <div class=\"image-container\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Picture1.jpg\" alt=\"National Cybersecurity Forum Visual Representation\">\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"objectives-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Objectives<\/h2>\n <p>Strategic goals for enhancing cybersecurity in Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objectives-container\">\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-shield-alt\"><\/i> Strengthen Resilience<\/h3>\n <p>Strengthen national cybersecurity resilience through multi-stakeholder collaboration.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-bullhorn\"><\/i> Promote Awareness<\/h3>\n <p>Promote public awareness and digital safety across all sectors of society.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i> Enhance Capacity<\/h3>\n <p>Enhance institutional capacity through knowledge-sharing, training, and best practices.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-users\"><\/i> Engage Stakeholders<\/h3>\n <p>Engage youth, academia, and professionals to contribute to Somalia’s cybersecurity ecosystem through research and innovation.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"objective-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i> Enhance Collaboration<\/h3>\n <p>Enhance collaboration among government, private sector, academia, and international partners.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"mission-vision-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Mission & Vision<\/h2>\n <p>Guiding principles for a secure digital Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-vision-container\">\n <div class=\"mission-vision-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-flag\"><\/i> Our Mission<\/h3>\n <p>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.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-vision-box\">\n <h3><i class=\"fas fa-eye\"><\/i> Our Vision<\/h3>\n <p>A secure, inclusive, and resilient digital Somalia where citizens, institutions, and businesses confidently engage in the digital world.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"mission-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Our Focus Areas<\/h2>\n <p>Key focus areas for the 3rd National Cybersecurity Forum<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-grid\">\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-bullseye\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Threat Awareness<\/h3>\n <p>Raise public awareness about cybersecurity threats and promote digital literacy across all sectors of society.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Collaboration<\/h3>\n <p>Foster collaboration between government, private sector, civil society, and international partners.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Capacity Building<\/h3>\n <p>Strengthen cybersecurity capacity through training, education, and workforce development programs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-balance-scale\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Policy Development<\/h3>\n <p>Contribute to the development of robust legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks for cybersecurity.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-chart-line\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Innovation<\/h3>\n <p>Promote research and innovation in cybersecurity technologies and practices.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"mission-card\">\n <div class=\"mission-icon\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-globe\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <h3>Global Alignment<\/h3>\n <p>Align Somali cybersecurity initiatives with global best practices and standards.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"organizers-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Organizers<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"organizers-content\">\n <div class=\"organizers-text\">\n <p>The <strong>3rd National Cybersecurity Forum<\/strong> is jointly organized by the <strong>National Communications Authority (NCA)<\/strong> and <strong>Mogadishu University (MU)<\/strong>, two leading institutions committed to advancing digital security in Somalia.<\/p>\n <p>The <strong>National Communications Authority (NCA)<\/strong> is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the communications sector in Somalia, ensuring the development of a secure and robust digital infrastructure.<\/p>\n <p><strong>Mogadishu University (MU)<\/strong> is a premier higher education institution in Somalia, dedicated to academic excellence and research innovation, with a strong focus on technology and cybersecurity education.<\/p>\n <p>Together, these institutions bring their expertise, resources, and networks to create a platform that addresses the most pressing cybersecurity challenges facing Somalia today.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"organizers-content\">\n <h2 class=\"organizers-title\">Organizers<\/h2>\n <div class=\"organizers-logos\">\n <div class=\"organizer-logo\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/NCA.png\" alt=\"National Communications Authority\">\n \n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ncf.so\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MU-logo-scaled.png\" alt=\"Mogadishu University\">\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"stats-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Forum Impact<\/h2>\n <p>Driving cybersecurity advancement in Somalia<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stats-grid\">\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">3rd<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Edition<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">500+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Expected Participants<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">50+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Expert Speakers<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">20+<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Technical Sessions<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-item\">\n <div class=\"stat-number\">6<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Key Focus Areas<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"team-section full-width\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n <h2>Organizing Committee<\/h2>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-grid\">\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Mohamed Hagi Abdulkadir<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Abdiaziz Mohamed Abdi<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Nasra Abdi Osman<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Naima Hassan<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"section-title\">\n \n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-grid\">\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Mohamed Ali Omar<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Abas Omar Mohamed<\/h3>\n <p> <\/p>\n <p> <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"team-member\">\n <div class=\"member-image\">\n <i class=\"fas fa-user\"><\/i>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"member-info\">\n <h3>Aweys 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