| | DECEMBER 20226CIOReviewIn response to widespread digitalization across business sectors, the cyber security landscape on the African continent is highly dynamic and rapidly evolving. A study by Symantec and the African Union reveals the economic potential of cyber in Africa, with an estimated market value of 75 Million Dollars in 2025. However, the risk of cyber-attacks has also increased with the rapid digitalization in verticals such as banking and financial services, government, and the oil and gas industries. The improved awareness and the adoption of various cyber security services that are needed to safeguard smart grid devices, digitalized businesses, and IoT-based smart cities are also driving the South Africa Cyber Security Market. With an increasingly competitive market, choosing the right cyber-security solutions and consulting expertise can be a daunting task.In this edition of CIOReview, we present the list of the Top 10 Cyber Security Companies in Africa - 2022 and the Top 5 Cyber Security Companies in South Africa - 2022 that enable businesses to meet strategic objectives most securely. VIC IT, Knovation Solutions, and AAA Bits Consulting are companies that provide pragmatic solutions backed by reliable and realistic planning. These companies' diverse experience renders perspective on numerous sectors and various organizations, allowing them to plan, execute and deliver in line with their industry needs.We also bring to you thought leadership articles and exclusive insights from expert CIOs and CXOs - Bernard Gavgani, Group CIO, BNP Paribas, Mark Alvarado, Director of Cyber Security & IT Compliance, Academy Sports + Outdoors sharing their expertise on how to approach IT security from a holistic perspective. We hope the valuable insights from industry thought leaders and the cyber security organizations featured in this edition help you make informed decisions for your organization.Let us know your thoughts!EditorialBridging the Cyber Security Gap in AfricaCopyright © 2022 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.CIOReviewEmail:sales@cioreview.comeditor@cioreview.commarketing@cioreview.com December- 20 - 2022, Vol 11, Issue - 70 (ISSN 2644-237X) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to CIOReviewVisit www.cioreview.com CIOReviewEditorial StaffAaron PierceCarolynn WaltersShirley FaithRussell ThomasGina ClumskyYenny TurnerTiffany HayworthAbner LawrenceVisualizersPresley MeadowBrian Harding*Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsJustin Smith Managing Editoreditor@cioreview.comManaging EditorJustin Smith
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