Cybersecurity Trade Mission to South Africa

ScotlandIS; Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job description

The British High Commission in Pretoria and the Department for Business & Trade present an opportunity
for representatives of UK cybersecurity companies to join a trade mission to South Africa in November.

This is a valuable opportunity to forge connections through facilitated introductions, access new business and clients, and realise export opportunities.

The rapid pace of digitisation in South Africa is bringing economic advantages but with it comes an ever-increasing attack surface for cyber threat actors to exploit. According to the most recent national survey, 47% of South African companies faced at least one cyberattack across a one-year period.

Low levels of cyber awareness and investment coupled with a skills shortage and a relatively immature domestic cyber services sector highlights the need and market demand for commercial solutions. This presents an opportunity for UK companies, as a world leader in cybersecurity, boasting a range of innovative and often specialised companies delivering pre- and post-incident solutions. With its competitive advantage in this area, the UK cybersecurity industry is well placed to benefit in this critical growth sector.

The proposed programme will convene an intimate group of company representatives for a week-long mission spanning Cape Town and Johannesburg, offering commercial opportunities across the two major business hubs of South Africa. The itinerary will include the following networking and deal-making opportunities:

• B2B sessions offering the opportunity to pitch to senior representatives, buyers and decision-makers from key industries:
  o Financial services, banking & insurance
  o Manufacturing, mining & minerals
  o CNI – telecoms, (air)ports & energy
• B2G engagements aimed at deepening understanding of South Africa’s cybersecurity landscape and priorities, as well as potential tender opportunities
• VIP attendance at the Africa Tech Festival conference in Cape Town – offering a UK Cyber pavilion, curated meetings, speaking opportunities
• A CISO Networking Breakfast, offering the opportunity to engage with and pitch to large South African companies
• British High Commission-hosted receptions and networking opportunities across both cities
• Protected time on the final day for follow-up meetings with South African companies

Please register interest using the following link by 23:59 on Sunday 24 August. Please note that your
response does not guarantee a space.

Please note that the British High Commission is unable to cover the travel and accommodation costs of participants.