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flag South Africa faces rising cyberattacks driven by human error, despite being Africa’s top target and hosting G20 digital talks.

flag South Africa faces escalating cyber threats, including ransomware and phishing, with human error driving most breaches. flag Despite being Africa’s top target for cyberattacks, the country lags in addressing the human risk factor, relying on outdated training and weak enforcement. flag Cybercriminals use AI and commercialized attack tools, while scams like invoice fraud and romance scams persist. flag Experts stress the need for better training, real-time monitoring, data sharing, and stronger regulations, calling for a “trust, but verify” approach across sectors. flag Although South Africa hosts G20 digital economy talks, systemic gaps in cybersecurity awareness and infrastructure remain urgent challenges.

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