Guinea trains national police to tackle rising cybersecurity threats 🇬🇳

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Guinea has just taken a major step toward strengthening its digital defenses. On May 28, the country inaugurated a new national IT training center aimed at equipping law enforcement officers with the tools to better understand, investigate, and respond to the growing wave of cyber threats.

A digital training hub for law enforcement 🧑🏾‍💻

The newly launched National Center for IT Training and Advancement is now operational. Its mission is to help police officers build the skills needed to anticipate, detect, and neutralize cybercrime.

“Security in today’s world is impossible without mastering digital tools,” said Rose Pola Pricemou, Guinea’s Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy.

She warned that cyber threats are becoming increasingly frequent, sophisticated, and destabilizing—affecting every sector of society without exception.

Building a national cybersecurity strategy 🏗️

The new center is part of a broader government push to secure Guinea’s digital space. Back in November 2024, the National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI) rolled out Djama Sutura, a platform for reporting cyber incidents. The goal: improve the country’s response to malicious online activity.

According to Minister Pricemou, the success of such platforms hinges on the competence of public servants. That’s why training those who represent the state is now a top priority—ensuring that technical infrastructure is backed by real human expertise.

More than security: a tool for sovereignty and growth 🌍

Guinea’s cybersecurity initiatives are part of a broader digital transformation agenda. The government sees tech not just as a security issue, but as a cornerstone for economic development and national sovereignty. The long-term goal is to weave digital tools into every sector of the economy—from public services to industry.

Promising progress, but key challenges remain ⚠️

According to the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024 from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Guinea scored 56.39 out of 100—placing it in the third of five global performance tiers.

The country performed well on the legal and organizational fronts, scoring 16.27 and 14.38 out of 20 respectively. But gaps remain, particularly in technical capacity, human resources, and regional or international collaboration.

With cyber threats constantly evolving, Guinea is signaling that it has no intention of falling behind. By investing in the skills of its law enforcement, the country is not only protecting its institutions but also building trust in its digital ecosystem. Ultimately, these efforts could lead to a more secure and resilient digital infrastructure—one that supports long-term growth.

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