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Liberia: 20 Sports Journalists Begin Cybersecurity Training in Monrovia

[Liberian Investigator] Twenty sports journalists have begun a two-day Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Digital Security Awareness Training organized by the Monrovia Business School (MBS) in collaboration with the Sports Writers Association of Liberia (SWAL).

Twenty sports journalists in Liberia have commenced a two-day cybersecurity training program in Monrovia. The initiative, organized by the Monrovia Business School (MBS) in partnership with the Sports Writers Association of Liberia (SWAL), aims to equip journalists with essential digital security knowledge and practical skills. The training, themed 'Protect, Prevent and Perform,' will conclude on Friday.

SWAL President Varmah Kamara emphasized the importance of the initiative, stating that it will strengthen participants' understanding of cybersecurity risks and provide practical tools to protect sensitive information and promote secure online practices. Kamara urged participants to take the training seriously, highlighting the critical role of cybersecurity in journalists' daily work.

Lasana Kromah, co-founder of MBS, noted that cyber threats affect professionals across various sectors, including journalism, and assured that the institution was pleased to partner with SWAL to organize the training. The training is being facilitated by cybersecurity expert Lasana Capps, who will guide participants through fundamental cybersecurity concepts and practical digital security measures.

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