Togo Trains 3,000 Youth in Online Safety and Data Protection

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Monday, 03 November 2025 18:05

Togo Trains 3,000 Youth in Online Safety and Data Protection

(Togo First) - Togo’s data protection authority and national cybersecurity agency have launched a campaign to educate young people on how to protect their personal data and stay safe online. The initiative, held late last week in Lomé, trained about 3,000 participants on responsible digital practices and basic cybersecurity measures.

Organized by the Personal Data Protection Authority (IPDCP) and the National Cybersecurity Agency (ANCy), the campaign is part of the government’s broader push to strengthen digital security awareness. Workshops focused on topics such as how to safeguard personal information on mobile phones and the internet, with an emphasis on prevention and personal responsibility in digital spaces.

“Regularly backing up data, checking messages before replying, and limiting what you share online can go a long way toward preventing online scams and data theft,” said Malik Arnold Geraldo, director of training and capacity building at ANCy.

Officials said the campaign supports Togo’s drive to strengthen digital sovereignty and public trust in its growing online economy. The country has launched several initiatives in recent years, including the creation of the National Cybersecurity Incident Response Center (CERT.tg) and the adoption of the 2024–2028 national cybersecurity strategy.

As more public and private services move online, authorities say cyber threats are increasing and increasingly affecting young users. Raising awareness, they argue, remains one of the most effective tools against cybercrime. “By teaching young people how to understand and manage their digital environment, we are helping to build a generation of responsible users who value the protection of their personal data,” ANCy said.

Esaïe Edoh

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