National Cybersecurity Policy Framework for South Africa

The State Security Agency has published the National Cybersecurity Policy Framework for South Africa in the South African Government Gazette No. 39475 of 4 December 2015. "National Cybersecurity is a broad term encompassing the many aspects of electronic information, data and media services that affect a country's security, economy and wellbeing. Ensuring the security of a country's cyberspace therefore comprises a range of activities at different levels.

The NCPF is intended to provide a holistic approach pertaining to the promotion of Cybersecurity measures by all role players and will be supported by a National Cybersecurity Implementation Plan which will be developed by the JCPS Cluster in consultation with relevant stakeholders, identifying roles and responsibilities, timeframes, specific performance indicators, and monitoring and evaluation mechanisms."