By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka
Harare – Zimbabwe has trained 3,200 young people in cybersecurity as part of its ongoing collaboration with Russian ICT security firm Cyberus, Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Tatenda Mavetera, has announced.
Speaking after a meeting with Cyberus partners on Thursday, Minister Mavetera said the milestone marks significant progress toward the Government’s target of training 10,000 young Zimbabweans in cybersecurity and related digital protection skills.
The initiative forms part of Zimbabwe’s broader strategy to strengthen national ICT security capacity and build a resilient digital economy.
According to the Minister, the training programme is equipping young people with critical skills required to safeguard the country’s digital infrastructure in an increasingly connected world.
“It is inspiring to see our youth taking up these critical skills — they are the guardians of our digital tomorrow,” she said.
As the programme enters its next phase, Cyberus is now assisting Government in strengthening institutional cybersecurity frameworks by training key personnel across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
The move is expected to enhance internal systems, improve efficiency and reinforce the country’s overall digital ecosystem.
Officials say the partnership is also focusing on identifying high-impact cybersecurity projects aimed at improving national online safety and protecting critical information infrastructure.
Zimbabwe has placed digital transformation at the centre of its national development agenda, with cybersecurity seen as a cornerstone for economic growth, investor confidence and public trust in digital services.
Minister Mavetera emphasized that building a resilient and secure digital nation requires collaboration between Government, private sector partners and young innovators.
“Building a resilient and secure digital nation is a team effort,” she said, thanking all stakeholders involved in the initiative.
The Government remains confident that, with sustained partnerships and youth empowerment, Zimbabwe is steadily progressing toward its vision of a safer and more secure digital future.
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