MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecom provider, has suffered a cybersecurity breach compromising customer data in markets including Nigeria. The incident, discovered during a weekend cyberattack, could potentially affect MTN Nigeria’s 80+ million subscribers. While MTN is managing the situation and has engaged cybersecurity experts, concerns increase over the growing number of cyberattacks on Africa’s digital infrastructure making robust cybersecurity measures essential.

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Marks & Spencer (M&S) halted online orders in the UK and Ireland following a cyber attack, leading to a 5% drop in share price. Physical