C4D2025: Cybersecurity4D2025 Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality Gqeberha, South Africa, August 17-22, 2025 |
Conference website | https://paicta.co/ |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=c4d2025 |
Submission deadline | January 30, 2025 |
Building on the success of the Cybersecurity4D 2024 virtual event, this year’s conference will provide an in-depth exploration of proactive resilience strategies for securing AI and IoT ecosystems. By focusing on integrated cybersecurity approaches, Cybersecurity4D 2025 aims to address the critical need for holistic solutions that protect digital infrastructures while promoting sustainable development across the continent.
The conference will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including academia, industry, government, and civil society, to share knowledge, develop frameworks, and foster collaborations that enhance cybersecurity across Africa.
The Pan African Information Communication Technology Association (PAICTA) invites researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and thought leaders from across the globe to submit original papers for the Cybersecurity4D 2025 Conference. This conference will serve as a key platform for discussing cutting-edge research and strategies for securing AI and IoT ecosystems, with a special focus on Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome:-
Full Papers
Submissions describing substantial, original, and unpublished research in the field of cybersecurity, specifically focusing on the conference themes. Full papers should not exceed 12 pages, including references and appendices.
Short Papers
Submissions presenting work-in-progress, novel ideas, and preliminary results. Short papers should not exceed 6 pages.
Posters
Submissions describing ongoing research, preliminary findings, or innovative ideas in cybersecurity. Poster abstracts should be a maximum of 2 pages.
Workshops and Tutorials
Proposals for workshops and tutorials on topics relevant to the conference themes. Submissions should include a detailed description of the topic, objectives, and expected outcomes.
List of Topics
We invite submissions on a wide range of topics that align with the following core themes of the conference:
- Proactive Resilience for AI and IoT Ecosystems:-
- Innovative strategies for securing AI and IoT systems
- Proactive threat detection and mitigation approaches
- Security by design for AI and IoT applications
- Risk management and resilience frameworks in AI and IoT environments
- Integrated Cybersecurity Strategies:-
- Holistic approaches to cybersecurity in interconnected digital ecosystems
- Cross-sectoral partnerships and collaborations for securing critical infrastructures
- Policy and governance frameworks supporting integrated cybersecurity efforts
- Strategies for ensuring ethical AI and IoT deployment
- Cybersecurity4D Dimensions:-
- Digital: Securing digital assets and infrastructures
- Diverse: Promoting inclusivity, gender diversity, and equity in cybersecurity
- Developmental: Capacity-building, skills development, and closing the digital divide
- Dynamic: Evolving threat landscapes and adaptive cybersecurity strategies
- Cybersecurity for Sustainable Development:-
- The role of cybersecurity in driving sustainable economic and social development
- Addressing the cybersecurity challenges of emerging technologies in developing regions
- Leveraging AI and IoT for digital transformation and development in Africa
- Behavioural Aspects of Cybersecurity:-
- Human factors in cybersecurity: addressing user behaviour and awareness
- Psychological, social, and cultural factors influencing cybersecurity adoption
- Behavioural cybersecurity: insights from psychology, sociology, and other disciplines
- Future Cybersecurity Frameworks for Africa:-
- Designing frameworks tailored to the African cybersecurity landscape
- Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in the development of cybersecurity policies
- Cybersecurity governance and regulatory practices for AI and IoT in Africa
Committees
Organising Committee
- Prof. Attlee M. Gamundani (Chairperson)
- Prof. Noluntu Mpekoa (Co-Chairperson)
- Adv. Lufuno Tshikalange (Stakeholder Committee Chair)
- Mr. Sonwabo Mdwaba (Admin & Logistics Chairperson)
- Prof. Omowunmi Isafiade (Technical Programme Chairperson)
- Dr. Andre Henney (Co-Technical Programme Chairperson)
- Marsela Rita (Marketing Committee)
Publication Committee
- Prof. Attlee Munyaradzi Gamundani
- Prof. Omowunmi Isafiade
- Dr. Josiah Chavula
- Dr. Andre Henney
Advisory Committee
- Prof. Noluntu Mpekoa
- Prof. Dharm Singh Jat
- Prof. Nobert Rangarirai Jere
- Prof. Hippolyte N. Muyingi
- Prof. Durgesh Mishra
Program Committee
- Dr. Gabriel Nhinda
- Mr. Anton Limbo
- Dr. Naomi Isabirye
- Dr. Zenzo Polite Ncube
- Prof. Wallace Chigona
- Prof. Srinath Doss
- Dr. Jabu Mtsweni
- Mr. Isaac Nhamu
- Prof. Sameerchad Pudaruth
- Dr. Benny Munyaradzi Nyambo
- Prof. Tegawendé F. Bissyandé
- Dr. Paulus Sheetekela
- Dr. Heloise Meyer
- Dr. Theo Tsokota
- Dr. Mercy Chitauro
- Dr. Caroline Magunje
- Dr. Mncedisi Bembe
- Dr. Pardon Blessings Maoneke
- Dr. Edmore Chindenga
- Prof. Fungai Bhunu Shava
- Dr. Sindiso Mpenyu Nleya
- Dr. Fazlyn Petersen
- Ms. Victoria Shakela
- Mr. Julis Silaa
- Prof. Amelia Phillips
- Dr. Laban Bagui
- Mr. Mfundo Maneli
- Mr. Chris Johnson
- Ms. Mamoqenelo Morolong
- Prof. Luleseged Tilahun Surafel
- Prof. Jerry John Kponyo
- Prof. Husin Jazri
- Prof. Vipin Pavithran
- Prof. Katja Becker
- Dr. Stephen Fashoto
- Dr. Julis Oluwasegun Aroba
- Prof. Dipti Ranjan Sahu
- Prof. Guy-Alain Lusilao Zodi
- Prof. Sheeba Armoogum
- Dr. Kiru Pillay
- Mr. Ahmed Olajide Ollajide
Invited Speakers
- To Be Announced
Venue
The conference will be held in Gqeberha (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality), 17 August 2025 – 22 August 2025
Contact
All questions about submissions should be emailed to events@paicta.co