Ethiopia establishes Cyber Club at Arba Minch University to boost cybersecurity skills
Date: 2026-03-05
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
Information
Network Security Administration (INSA) has launched a Cyber Club at Arba Minch
University as part of efforts to strengthen cybersecurity awareness and develop
digital security talent among students.
The
initiative was established in collaboration with the university and officially
unveiled during a launch event attended by university leadership, students and
representatives of INSA. Speakers at the event highlighted the critical role
higher education institutions play in building national cybersecurity capacity
and supporting broader digital transformation goals.
Officials
noted that as Digital Ethiopia 2030 Strategy continues to guide the country’s
digital development agenda, strengthening cybersecurity culture and expanding
the pool of skilled professionals has become increasingly important.
According
to INSA, the Cyber Club will serve as a practical platform for students to
develop cybersecurity knowledge, enhance technical skills and promote
innovation in digital security. The club is also expected to encourage
collaboration among students interested in cybersecurity while contributing to
the protection and resilience of Ethiopia’s growing digital ecosystem.
University
officials welcomed the initiative, describing it as an important step toward
empowering students with the expertise required to address emerging cyber
threats and support the country’s evolving digital infrastructure.
