The Information Security Group of Africa is a registered section 21 company established in 2005 and is not biased toward any single vendor, technology or company. ISG Africa was created in response to the increase of information security threats facing companies in Africa. This volunteer Group, which consists of security professionals from Corporate, Government and IT / Legal firms within Africa, aims to provide a monthly forum for the exchange of InfoSec information and experience between members and raise awareness of potential vulnerabilities within organisations.
PURPOSE
“The main object of the company as an association not for gain, is to carry on, establish, promote, manage and control, various interest and user groups, for the promotion of education, and awareness of information security.” (Source: ISG AFRICA MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION)
Active User groups in:
- Gauteng
- W Cape
- KZN
- Nigeria
How to join?
Currently both membership and attendance at monthly ISG Africa meetings is free. As of January 2009 the group had over 3000 members.
To be included in future ISG Africa meetings, simply visit www.isgafrica.org or contact Craig Rosewarne on +27 83 231 4707 or craig@isgafrica.org
Board Members
At an ISG Africa management meeting held on Tuesday 8th September 2009, the following people where elected to the Management Board for 2010. Board members serve a term of 12 months.
(Click each name for their profiles)
| Function | Owner |
| Webmaster | Bradley Clayton |
| Member Services | Lesego Mokone |
| Events Manager | Refiloe Molepo |
| Vice Chairman | Peet Smith |
| Legal Advisor | Helaine Leggat |
| Financial Officer | Karel Rode |
| Chairman & Strategy | Craig Rosewarne |
| Voices of the industry | Allen Baranov |
| Document Management | Alta Strydom |
| Advertising (Classifieds) | Bradley Clayton |
| ISG Africa chapters & SIGs | Elvis Ademba |
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