Cyberattacks threatening African ports, trade –NPA MD

By Uche Usim
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, has warned that cyberattacks could disrupt African ports, international trade and economic activities, urging port authorities across the continent to strengthen digital security and share intelligence.
Dantsoho, who is also president of the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa (PMAWCA), said the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms in port operations must be matched with stronger safeguards to prevent attacks that could halt cargo movement, disrupt supply chains and cause economic losses.
Speaking at the African Ports Conference in Casabl...