From Europe to South Africa: Where Is the World on Cyber Defense?

This blog reviews ENISA’s inaugural State of Cybersecurity report for the EU and Vodacom Business/Omdia’s South African study, highlighting EU policy recommendations (harmonized implementation of NIS2, updated incident response blueprint, skills development, supply chain security, sector maturity, and awareness) and African business findings (high attack rates, limited training prioritization, ransomware as a top challenge, and the need to treat cybersecurity as a growth enabler). It emphasizes rising global cyber threats and the importance of coordinated policy, stronger workforce capabilities, and proactive organizational practices heading into 2025.