INSA, Internet Society discuss capacity building cooperation

Addis Ababa, March 5, 2020 (FBC) –Director General of Ethiopia’s Information Network Security Agency (INSA) Dr Shumete Gizaw received today President of Internet Society, Andrew Sullivan.

During the discussion, the two sides agreed to work together in order to ensure that the policies developed by the agency meet international standards.

They also exchanged views on how to cooperate in capacity building, research and awareness raising campaign.

Andrew Sullivan said the society is committed to provide assistance to INSA’s efforts to build capacity to prevent cyber-attacks.

Addis Ababa hosted the Ethiopia Internet Development Conference held from 3-5 Mar 2020 to create awareness about the Internet model, technology and organizations.

The three day event was attended by policymakers, local and international private sector organizations, academia, and civil society.