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This paper is a theoretical review following a systematic literature review aimed at providing insightful information and advisory regarding potential cyber threats to national elections in Africa in the digital age. It therefore, focuses on potential cyber threats to the general elections process in Africa. It highlights the importance of cybersecurity in relation to the digital and traditional electoral process. The paper delves into different types of cyber ills, citing examples from past instances worldwide including Africa, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures. It also discusses the possible impacts of cyber threats on the electoral process and its stakeholders. This paper offers mitigation techniques to ensure a safe and secure national general election, particularly in the cyberspace.

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Potential Cyber Threats to the National Elections in the Digital Age in Africa

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年

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  • Thuli Mkhwanazi,
  • Avuya Shibambu,
  • Vhuthu Nefale,
  • Jabu Mtsweni,
  • Jackie Phahlamohlaka,
  • Muyowa Mutemwa,
  • Norman Nelufule

摘要

This paper is a theoretical review following a systematic literature review aimed at providing insightful information and advisory regarding potential cyber threats to national elections in Africa in the digital age. It therefore, focuses on potential cyber threats to the general elections process in Africa. It highlights the importance of cybersecurity in relation to the digital and traditional electoral process. The paper delves into different types of cyber ills, citing examples from past instances worldwide including Africa, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures. It also discusses the possible impacts of cyber threats on the electoral process and its stakeholders. This paper offers mitigation techniques to ensure a safe and secure national general election, particularly in the cyberspace.