Southern Africa: Angola Adopts Cybersecurity Law

Luanda — Members of the National Assembly on Wednesday approved the Cybersecurity Law, an instrument primarily aimed at strengthening the resilience of Angola’s cyberspace.

The legislation, introduced by the President, was approved with 104 votes in favour from MPLA, 56 against from UNITA and no abstentions. It is also intended to support the growing digital transformation of society, the economy and public administration.

The law further seeks to protect networks and information systems,…