Across Uganda and the wider region, businesses, banks, NGOs, and even government agencies are losing billions of shillings every year to digital fraud, ransomware, and phishing.
The attacks are becoming more sophisticated, yet too many leaders still dismiss cybersecurity as an IT problem.
The truth is, cybersecurity is no longer about computers; it’s about continuity.
If your systems fail, your business stalls. If your data is stolen, your reputation collapses. If your board cannot explain its cyber risk strategy, regulators, investors, and clients will not forgive you.
At the Institute of Forensics & ICT Security (IFIS), the technical training arm of Summit Consulting Ltd, we know this reality firsthand. For years, we have helped organizations investigate fraud, recover from breaches, and build resilience.
Organizations that invest in awareness early tend to survive, while those that delay often pay dearly.
This October, we are doing something unprecedented. From 3rd October to 25th October 2025, IFIS is giving away cybersecurity awareness sessions, normally valued at UGX 5,000,000 (USD 1,369) per session are now completely free.
Why are we doing this?
Because the weakest link in cybersecurity is not your firewall, but your people. A single careless click on a phishing email can cost more than a decade of profits.
We believe knowledge is the first defense, and that every leader, every board, and every team deserves access to the right tools—before attackers strike.
What you will learn
You will have the opportunity to choose from four tailored awareness sessions, each lasting one hour and delivered virtually:
- Executive Briefing: Cyber Risk for CEOs & Boards
Learn why cybersecurity must be a board-level agenda. Understand regulatory risks, fiduciary duties, and how to incorporate resilience into your governance strategy. - AI in Cybersecurity: Threat Detection & Response
explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping both attack and defense, and discover how to leverage AI tools for smarter, faster response. - Cyber Hygiene for Non-Tech Staff
Give your employees the habits and awareness to avoid costly mistakes. From spotting phishing emails to safe password practices, this session is designed for every staff member. - Fraud & Phishing Simulations for Finance Teams
Experience realistic fraud and phishing scenarios tailored for finance departments. Learn how to detect red flags before they cost you money, clients, and credibility.
How to claim your free session
- Visit: https://event.forensicsinstitute.org/cyber-security-awareness-month-2025/
- Click on Book a session
- Select your preferred topic, date, and time
Slots are limited. Every year, requests exceed the number of sessions we can deliver. It is strictly first-come, first-served.
Leaders who ignore cyber awareness today will be tomorrow’s case studies in failure. A ransomware attack can lock your books for months.
A phishing scheme can wipe out client trust in minutes. And regulators no longer accept “we didn’t know” as an excuse.
Compare that with one hour of proactive preparation delivered by experts who have investigated some of the biggest cyber incidents in the region. It’s an investment of time that could save your organization millions.
Cybersecurity is not an IT cost. It is a leadership responsibility. The question is not whether your organization will face a cyber-threat, but whether you will be prepared when it comes.
This October, the opportunity is in your hands. Claim your free cybersecurity awareness session, strengthen your people, protect your license and safeguard your future.
I remain,
Mr. Strategy
