Cabinet has approved the National Cyber Security Policy Framework for South Africa.
In summary, this policy framework outlines policy positions that are intended to:
a) address national security threats in terms of cyberspace
b) combat cyber warfare, cybercrime and other cyber ills
c) develop, review and update existing substantive and procedural laws to ensure alignment; and
d) build confidence and trust in the secure use of Information and Communication Technologies.
The policy framework will see a number of structures and institutions established for coordinating the work of various security cluster departments that are working on a wide range of issues.
The policy framework identifies specific areas of responsibility by a number of government departments and the State Security Agency is tasked with overall responsibility and accountability for coordination, development and implementation of cyber security measures in the country, as an integral part of its mandate.
The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster will deal with the details of this policy framework at its next briefing.
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Brian Dube: Head of Communication
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