AI Drives 55% of African Cybercrimes, INTERPOL Warns
Artificial intelligence is fueling 55% of cybercrime incidents across Africa, according to INTERPOL's 'African Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2026'. The report, based on data from 26 African countries, highlights the growing sophistication of cybercrime, with AI facilitating scams, credential harvesting, and automated social engineering campaigns. Mobile money fraud remains the most prevalent, with East Africa as a primary hub. The report also notes progress in combating cybercrime, with 17 countries enacting or amending legislation.5 sourcesSee all sources