- Rwanda, Slovakia sign MoU to boost bilateral cybersecurity cooperation
- Pact includes joint training, threat response, and tool sharing
- Rwanda eyes cyber ecosystem growth; Slovakia expands global ties
The Rwanda National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Slovak National Security Authority (NBÚ) on Monday, Oct. 20, during a visit to Bratislava. The pact establishes a framework for bilateral collaboration on cybersecurity.
The agreement focuses on sharing best practices for threat detection and response, jointly strengthening training capacity, and exchanging tools and methodologies between the two national authorities. Rwanda showed particular interest in "CyberGame," a incident simulator developed by NBÚ to train teams in dealing with real-world cyberattacks. Slovakia views the partnership as an opportunity to expand its role as a reliable international partner in the cyber domain.
This collaboration comes as both nations seek to solidify their cybersecurity postures. In November 2024, Slovakia revised its national law to comply with the European NIS2 Directive, bolstering its resilience against cyber threats. The country's market for cyber solutions is also growing rapidly, estimated to be worth nearly $76 million in 2025, according to Statista.
Rwanda launched its National Cybersecurity Strategy in 2024, enhancing its mechanisms for protecting critical infrastructure and training experts. The country is also among the first in Africa to achieve the "Role Model" designation on the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) Global Cybersecurity Index, with a score between 95% and 100%, underscoring its continental leadership in the field.
By strengthening cooperation, Slovakia and Rwanda are paving the way for increased expertise exchange, joint training programs, and the standardization of their practices. This partnership could ultimately help Rwanda accelerate the development of its cyber ecosystem while offering Slovakia an expanded technological presence in Africa, aiming for a safer and more interconnected cyberspace.
Samira Njoya
