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Channel Post MEA
14-05-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Wade Gomes to Lead CyberKnight in South Africa as Company Expands to Johannesburg
CyberKnight has established its local entity in Johannesburg, South Africa and appointed Wade Gomes as Country Manager for SAADC. This step reflects CyberKnight's commitment to supporting the Southern African market, where organizations across sectors are now prioritizing cybersecurity at the Board level. South Africa's digital transformation, combined with the increasing complexity of threats, has led to a heightened focus on robust security solutions and regulatory compliance. The region's cybersecurity landscape is marked by a strong demand for advanced technologies, particularly in areas such as cloud security, AI-driven threat detection, and managed security services. As companies embrace digitalization, they face new vulnerabilities and require scalable, innovative solutions to protect sensitive data and maintain operational continuity. The growth opportunity is evident from the collaboration between government, business, and technology providers, all working to address skills gaps and strengthen defenses. CyberKnight's entry into South Africa now means that the company has coverage across all axes of Africa. The company brings its Zero Trust Security approach and portfolio of global cybersecurity vendors to support enterprise and government organizations across the continent to manage risk and build resilience as they adapt to evolving regulations and threats. 'Wade Gomes' appointment marks an important milestone for CyberKnight in Southern Africa. His deep industry knowledge, decades of experience and leadership will be instrumental as we expand our presence and work closely with our partners and customers.' said Yaadhna Singh Gounden, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. 'Our goal is to enable organizations to navigate the complexities of today's cybersecurity landscape with confidence, leveraging best-in-class solutions and proven frameworks.' 'I'm excited to be part of CyberKnight's journey in Southern Africa. The region is at a critical point in its cybersecurity evolution, and there's a real opportunity to make a lasting impact, by combining local expertise with global experience. I'm honored and excited to lead this mission locally, with a goal to transform South Africa into one of CyberKnight's hubs and a center of excellence, by helping customers stay ahead of threats while maximizing the value of their cybersecurity investments.', added Wade Gomes, Country Manager at CyberKnight. 0 0
TECHx
14-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
CyberKnight Expands to South Africa Appoints Country Manager
Home » Tech Value Chain » Distributors » CyberKnight Expands to South Africa, Appoints Country Manager CyberKnight, a regional cybersecurity advisory and value-added distribution company, announced the launch of its local entity in Johannesburg, South Africa. The company also confirmed the appointment of Wade Gomes as Country Manager for the Southern Africa Development Community (SAADC). The expansion marks CyberKnight's formal entry into the Southern African market. This move, the company stated, aligns with growing regional demand for cybersecurity solutions. Organizations in South Africa are placing increased importance on security at the board level, as digital transformation gains momentum. CyberKnight reported that the complexity of cyber threats and new regulatory requirements are accelerating demand for advanced solutions. Key areas include: Cloud security and AI-driven threat detection Managed security services that ensure operational continuity The company observed that South African enterprises are facing new vulnerabilities as they adopt digital technologies. As a result, scalable and innovative security strategies have become essential. According to CyberKnight, collaboration among government, business, and technology providers is also helping bridge skills gaps and improve cyber defense capabilities. The company's entry into South Africa completes its coverage across all axes of Africa. CyberKnight confirmed it will bring its Zero Trust Security framework and a portfolio of global cybersecurity vendors to support regional enterprises and government bodies. The focus is to help them manage risk and adapt to changing threat landscapes. Yaadhna Singh Gounden, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, commented that Wade Gomes' leadership and experience would play a key role in CyberKnight's Southern African operations. She stated that the company aims to equip organizations with proven frameworks and best-in-class solutions. Wade Gomes noted that South Africa is at a turning point in its cybersecurity journey. He said combining local insights with global expertise offers a significant opportunity to make a positive impact. Gomes also expressed his goal of establishing South Africa as a regional hub and center of excellence for CyberKnight. The company said this latest expansion reflects its long-term commitment to supporting cybersecurity initiatives in South Africa and the wider SAADC region.
