Cybercrime in South Africa Is Getting Worse. Here’s How Capital W Can Help

Cyberattacks in South Africa are rising fast, and experts are warning that 2025 could be the most intense year yet. A recent article from MyBroadband breaks it down: cybercriminals are no longer operating in the shadows. They are hitting government departments, public health systems, and large businesses with full force.

In 2024 alone, major breaches impacted government agencies like the ITAC, GPAA, and NHLS. Sensitive data was stolen. Operations were disrupted. Public trust took a hit.

Charl van der Walt from Orange Cyberdefense made it clear. This isn’t just about technology. This is about systems, governance, and awareness. While South Africa has tech that matches global standards, we lag in areas like digital literacy, security practices, and adoption.

The bigger issue is systemic. Political instability, economic stress, and social factors all create the perfect environment for cybercrime to flourish. As global cybercrime evolves, South Africa is becoming increasingly vulnerable to attacks from extortionists, scammers, and even state-aligned hackers.

This is not a future problem. This is happening now.

That’s where Capital W comes in.

We are not just another consultancy. We are your cybersecurity strategy partner. At Capital W, we help businesses and institutions identify risks before they become disasters. Our team offers:

ISO 27001 readiness and internal audits

We assess your systems against international standards to help you prepare for certification, close gaps, and build trust with your stakeholders.

Pre-certification gap analysis

We map out where you are and where you need to be in terms of data protection, process control, and risk management.

Cybersecurity awareness and leadership coaching

Most breaches happen through human error. We help your team understand threats and make better security decisions.

Custom strategy for long-term resilience

Every business is unique. We design solutions that align with your size, industry, and risk profile.

If you think your organisation is too small or not worth targeting, think again. Cyber extortion is opportunistic. All it needs is one exposed system and one person willing to pay.

The time to strengthen your defences is now. Cybercrime is not slowing down. Neither are we.

Reach out to book a consultation. Let’s get your systems secure before your name makes the next headline.