*TD Africa, a leading technology ecosystem enabler and distribution company in the continent, hosts a high-level management meeting with Check Point Technologies, a global cybersecurity leader, towards building sustainable cybersecurity capacity through partner development, certification programmes, and access to world-class security solutions
Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect
TD Africa, Africa’s leading technology ecosystem enabler and distribution company, has hosted a high-level management meeting with global cybersecurity leader, Check Point Technologies.
The meeting of the two organisations focused on expanding cybersecurity capacity, strengthening partner enablement, and supporting enterprise resilience across Africa.
TD Africa also said the strategic engagement attracted executives from both organisations, to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration in addressing the growing cybersecurity needs of businesses operating in an increasingly digital landscape.
The tech firm stated that a key focus of the discussions is the need to build sustainable cybersecurity capacity through partner development, certification programmes, and access to world-class security solutions.
Vincent Mabaso, Channel Lead for Africa, who led the Check Point delegation to the meeting, commended TD Africa for its longstanding role in advancing cybersecurity adoption across the continent.
Mabaso said: “TD Africa has consistently stood at the forefront of bridging cybersecurity gaps across Africa.
“As cyberthreats continue to evolve, organisations can no longer afford to treat security as an afterthought.”
The Channel Lead for Africa stressed businesses that value efficiency, continuity, and growth must invest in modern security frameworks and the skills required to manage them.
He equally noted: “Our partnership with TD Africa continues to play an important role in building the ecosystem, capacity, and expertise needed to secure Africa’s digital future.”
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Responding to Mason’s statements, Chioma Chimere, Coordinating Managing Director at TD Africa, highlighted the growing strategic importance of cybersecurity within the enterprise technology landscape and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to helping organisations navigate emerging digital risks.
Chimere said: “Our decision to partner with Check Point over the years has significantly strengthened our enterprise business offerings at a time when cybersecurity has become a business necessity rather than an option.
“Through our partnership with Check Point, we are not only providing access to world-class security technologies but also helping businesses build the resilience needed to thrive in today’s digital economy.”
The company disclosed that a major outcome of the meeting with the the Check Point delegation was the commitment by both organisations to expand training and certification opportunities for channel partners.
It is noted that by leveraging TD Africa’s extensive partner ecosystem and Check Point’s cybersecurity expertise, the initiative will equip industry partners with the technical knowledge and globally recognised certifications required to support customers in addressing modern security challenges.
The Management said the meeting reinforced the shared commitment of TD Africa and Check Point to building a stronger cybersecurity ecosystem across Africa.
TD Africa described this as one that combines innovative technology, skilled professionals, and strategic partnerships to help organisations to operate securely and confidently in an increasingly connected world.