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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.
The Citizen
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Trump gunning for Lesotho: SA sees opportunity for ‘closer collaboration'
Ramaphosa said Lesotho has a "trusted, reliable and committed partner" in SA. With Lesotho hit harder than any other country on the African continent by proposed US tariffs, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to reassure that country of its neighbours' continued support and trade collaboration. Lesotho was set to face a 50% levy on its exports before it was frozen by US president Donald Trump. Speaking at the end of the Lesotho-South Africa bi-national commission (BNC), Ramaphosa said the two countries 'have the opportunity for closer collaboration in many areas'. 'Apart from greater private sector collaboration, we should give attention to infrastructure development, energy, food security, bilateral and regional value chains – and greater trade. 'While other countries are creating barriers, including imposing tariffs, it is incumbent on our two countries to promote trade relations that reflect our common interests. 'We will work closely with our partners and neighbours in the SADC (Southern Africa Development Community) and through the African Continental Free Trade Area,' said Ramaphosa. Cross-border challenges He said the BNC would 'remain seized with matters pertaining to such issues as immigration, security, capacity building and the well-being of our peoples'. Ramaphosa said South Africa and Lesotho remained 'significant partners'. 'Our common interests, historical links and shared heritage, forged through many years, remain strong. 'Our two countries will continue to play constructive roles in SADC, on the African continent and globally in our collective desire for a peaceful and prosperous world,' he said. Ramaphosa said Lesotho has a 'trusted, reliable and committed partner' in SA. 'Our discussions today underscored the need to accelerate the implementation of decisions, projects and programmes arising out of the bi-national commission. 'Although we are making strides, more work still needs to be done to reach the desired outcomes. 'The spirit of friendship, cooperation and solidarity that underpins our very close relations has been given renewed impetus. 'The future of our collaboration is bright. 'The people of South Africa and Lesotho will continue to enjoy the fruits of our labour for generations to come.'
Zawya
09-02-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President Ramaphosa to participate at the joint Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) – East Africa Community (EAC) Heads of State and Government Summit on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
President Cyril Ramaphosa has this morning, 8 February 2025, arrived for a working visit to Dar Es Salaam in the United Republic of Tanzania on Saturday, 08 February 2025, to participate at the joint Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) – East Africa Community (EAC) Heads of State and Government Summit on the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Heads of States and Government of SADC and East African Community agreed to meet urgently following their respective extraordinary Summits held last month to deliberate on the way forward regarding the security situation in the DRC. The joint SADC – EAC Summit was preceded by Senior Officials and Foreign Ministers Meetings taking place on 06 and 07 February 2025. The Extraordinary SADC Summit held last month mandated the SADC Organ Troika on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, to engage all state and non-state parties to the conflict on a ceasefire process to protect lives and facilitate a smooth flow of humanitarian support to people and communities affected by the armed conflict. It also urged Political and Diplomatic leaders who are parties to the conflict to engage in a coordinated effort of dialogue, including supporting the Luanda Process, MONUSCO and others, to restore peace and security in Eastern DRC. President Ramaphosa is accompanied by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola ,Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Angie Motshekga and senior government officials. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
