RABAT, Morocco — Liberia has strengthened its cybersecurity cooperation with Morocco and secured membership in two regional digital security initiatives, as the government moves to bolster the country’s cyber resilience and protect critical national infrastructure.
By J.H. Webster Clayeh-websterclayeh@frontpageafricaonline.com
The development followed the participation of Liberia’s Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Sekou M. Kromah, in the four-day Morocco Cyber Security Week, hosted by Morocco’s General Directorate for Information Systems Security (DGSSI) in Rabat.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, the engagement represents a continuation of bilateral efforts to deepen cybersecurity cooperation between Liberia and Morocco.
During the summit, Minister Kromah participated in discussions on Liberia’s national cybersecurity legislation, outlining key implementation priorities and highlighting the technical infrastructure, institutional capacity, and enforcement mechanisms needed to translate the law into effective national cybersecurity protections.
The discussions also focused on addressing gaps that could undermine Liberia’s ability to respond effectively to emerging cyber threats and safeguard its digital infrastructure.
Liberia, Morocco Agree to Pursue Cybersecurity MoU
On the sidelines of the conference, Minister Kromah held discussions with General Boutrig, Director General of Morocco’s DGSSI, on possible support for Liberia’s cybersecurity development and efforts to strengthen national cyber resilience.
Both sides agreed to pursue a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at establishing a framework for capacity building, knowledge exchange, technical cooperation and practical cybersecurity assistance.
The proposed agreement is expected to provide a basis for closer institutional collaboration as Liberia works to improve its technical capabilities and strengthen its response to evolving digital security threats.
The engagement builds on earlier diplomatic efforts to establish a bilateral cybersecurity cooperation framework between the two countries.
Liberia’s Ambassador to Morocco, Joseph F. Johnson, participated in previous high-level diplomatic discussions in December 2025.
Liberia Joins African Cybersecurity Networks
A major outcome of the Morocco engagement was Liberia’s admission into the African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) and SMART Africa.
Liberia joined the initiatives alongside Malawi, Lesotho, Mali and Egypt, in a move expected to create further opportunities for regional cooperation on digital governance and cybersecurity.
Membership in the networks is intended to support knowledge sharing, institutional collaboration, cross-border engagement, and coordinated responses to cybersecurity challenges confronting African countries.
The development also advances Liberia’s efforts to strengthen its cybersecurity governance and establish partnerships that can support the implementation of national digital security policies.
Government Eyes Stronger Digital Protection
The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications said cybersecurity remains essential to Liberia’s national development, particularly in protecting critical information infrastructure, securing public institutions and supporting the growth of a trusted digital economy.
The Ministry noted that cooperation with Morocco and other regional and international partners forms part of Liberia’s broader efforts to develop the technical and institutional capacity required to secure its digital environment.
Through the partnerships, the government hopes to advance its cybersecurity agenda, improve telecommunications infrastructure, strengthen policy implementation and promote a more secure and inclusive digital ecosystem.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to Liberia’s digital transformation through stronger cybersecurity policies, international cooperation, infrastructure development, and capacity building.
“A secure digital Liberia is a stronger Liberia,” the Ministry stated in a statement was signed by Nathon S. Bearngar, Director of Communications at the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications.