The highlights of SMI-CYBIA 2026
Three immersive formats at the heart of the two days: a full-scale cyber simulation, a pan-African hackathon and a careers forum dedicated to recruitment.
A strategic attack & defence simulation
The Wargame is the summit's signature moment: a live simulation pitting defenders (blue team) against attackers (red team) in a controlled, realistic environment. You experience the pressure of a real incident — detection, containment, communication and recovery — guided by seasoned advisors. Equal parts intense learning and spectacle, it wins over beginners and seasoned professionals alike.
- Format
- Live blue-team / red-team
- When
- Day 2 · dedicated session
- Level
- Beginner to advanced
- Access
- Included with VIP passes
How it works
- Opening brief and blue team / red team role assignment
- Incident scenario triggered in real time
- Detection, containment and crisis communication under pressure
- Advisor-led debrief and lessons learned
SMI-CYBIA Challenge
An immersive competition built on real-world cybersecurity and AI scenarios. In teams, you design defensive and intelligent solutions against the clock, supported by mentors present throughout the two days.
- Format
- Team competition
- Open to
- Students & professionals
- Mentoring
- On hand both days
- Rewards
- Prizes & partner visibility
How to take part
- Build your team and register ahead of time
- Tackle detection, response and applied-AI challenges
- Pitch your solution to the jury
- Fast-tracked access to the careers forum for finalists
Guidance, recruitment & careers
A dedicated space where talent and employers meet. Connect with recruiters, share your CV and explore the roles, internships and career paths open across the region's cyber & AI ecosystem.
- Format
- Recruiter & talent meetups
- For whom
- Students, graduates, pros
- On site
- CVs, interviews, guidance
- Access
- Included with every pass
On site
- Meet recruiters and exhibiting companies
- Share your CV and run lightning interviews
- Discover internship and job openings across the region
- Get orientation and career advice
Be part of SMI-CYBIA 2026
Two days. One ecosystem. Secure your pass and join the people building Africa's cyber & AI future.