In 2026, the Republic of Congo has seen a significant increase in Zero Trust adoption, reaching 45% among businesses. This shift reflects growing awareness of cybersecurity threats and a strategic move towards more resilient security architectures. The cybersecurity budget has nearly doubled from previous years, indicating government and private sector commitment to protecting digital assets amidst rising cyber threats.
Despite advances, data breaches remain a concern, with 120 incidents reported this year. Phishing continues to be a major attack vector, affecting 35% of organizations. Efforts to improve security include expanding employee training programs, now reaching 60% of staff, which is crucial for strengthening human defenses and reducing successful cyberattacks.