Burkina Faso: The 2nd edition of the National Week against Cybercrime scheduled for 26–30 October 2026
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Burkina Faso: The 2nd edition of the National Week against Cybercrime gets underway (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The 2nd edition of the National Week against Cybercrime was launched on 26 October 2026 in Ouagadougou by the Ministry of Security and the BCLCC, to raise awareness of digital threats until 30 October. War Minister General Célestin Simporé represented the Prime Minister.
Burkina: 2nd National Week against Cybercrime looks at emerging digital threats (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The 2nd National Week against Cybercrime was launched in Ouagadougou under the theme "Cybercrime and emerging digital threats: from click to crime". The programme includes open days of cybersecurity institutions, an awareness caravan, panels and a hackathon for young people.
FIGHTING CYBERCRIME IN BURKINA FASO: Progress, but Huge Challenges Remain (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
From 26 to 30 October 2026, Ouagadougou hosts the second national week against cybercrime. The article denounces online scams and victims' naivety, and argues that awareness campaigns must be backed by investigations, sanctions and international cooperation.
Burkina: 2nd National Week against Cybercrime to start on October 26 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The second National Week against Cybercrime will be held from October 26 to 30, 2026 in Burkina Faso, with awareness, training and exchange activities. It is organised by the Central Brigade against Cybercrime (BCLCC) under the auspices of the Ministry of Security.
Burkina Faso: The 2nd edition of the National Week against Cybercrime scheduled for 26–30 October 2026 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The second National Week against Cybercrime will be held in Burkina Faso from 26 to 30 October 2026, the organising committee announced. The BCLCC reports more than 9 billion FCFA in financial losses recorded between 2020 and 2025.
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