Security Criteria
The awards will be judged based on four criteria: excellence in customer wins and demonstration of revenue growth; evidence that the project enabled the business to scale and achieve long-term cost benefits; sustainability through product quality or implementation; and innovation in enhancing the organisation, with evidence of the project operating in or serving African markets.
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Intelligent Training and Awareness Initiative
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This award honours a business that has designed and delivered an impactful training programme to enhance organisational cybersecurity awareness and resilience. This could include using gamification, AI-driven simulations and other creative tools and techniques to drive a strong cybersecurity culture.
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Intelligent Network Security Implementation of the Year
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This award celebrates an organisation that has harnessed innovative technologies in advanced network security deployment to safeguard critical infrastructure, protect sensitive data and ensure seamless, secure operations.
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Intelligent Cloud Security Implementation of the Year
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This award goes to an organisation that has implemented cloud security solutions to enhance protection and empower Digital Transformation. It celebrates the successful deployment of intelligent, cloud-first strategies that enable businesses to thrive securely.
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Intelligent Software Security Partner
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This vendor is a cybersecurity software solution provider supporting organisations to safeguard their digital operations. From anti-malware to ransomware prevention, threat hunting to apps, the winner of this award will be a leading innovator in the field of software security.
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Intelligent Secure Digital Transformation Partner
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This award goes to a vendor which is a trusted partner in securing Digital Transformation initiatives. The submission should demonstrate how this vendor’s solutions are empowering organisations to seamlessly transition to modern digital ecosystems while ensuring robust protection, operational efficiency and business resilience in an evolving cyberthreat landscape.
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Intelligent AI Cybersecurity Partner
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This award celebrates innovative solutions that leverage Artificial Intelligence to detect, prevent and respond to cyberthreats. It honours contributions that enhance organisational security, streamline operations and build resilience in an increasingly complex digital threat environment.