Eswatini National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS) 2025 1 INTRODUCTION As the Kingdom of Eswatini embarks on transforming its economy and society by integrating ICTs across its economy and society, it is imperative that it takes into account the effects of such a transformation which includes among others, the need for security and integrity of data, systems, networks, digital infrastructure and cyberspace by businesses, public institutions, individuals, critical service providers, etc. Indeed, with national and global trends and events demonstrating that all nations, including the Kingdom of Eswatini, continue to face increasingly sophisticated malicious cyber threat actors as well as a constantly evolving cyber threat landscape, it is crucial that The Kingdom of Eswatini takes effective measures to ensure Eswatini’s cyberspace is secure. This strategy describes the approach of the Kingdom of Eswatini in responding to both current and emerging cyber threats, and how the Kingdom of Eswatini intends to defend its interests in cyberspace. This strategy considers and builds on several national priorities of Eswatini, which are defined in a number of relevant policies, legal and regulatory instruments for Eswatini. In addition, the strategy goes further and describes a comprehensive approach for protecting Eswatini’s data, information systems and networks, which is based on a multistakeholder approach in ensuring this objective is achieved. The success of such an approach requires continuous resource investment by all stakeholders in enhancing their capabilities and skills base in protecting their systems and data from current cyber threats, and outpacing the continuously evolving and emerging cyber threats. 1.1 Scope of Strategy This strategy describes a coherent and national approach for protecting Eswatini’s data, information systems and network infrastructure from cyber threats. This strategy provides guidelines to all relevant stakeholders on their expected roles and responsibilities in achieving the national Vision and Strategic Objectives of the National Cybersecurity Strategy for Eswatini. This strategy also targets all sectors of the country’s economy and society including individuals, private and public sector organisations, academia, civil society organisations, etc. and sets out recommended actions to be undertaken across key focus areas identified stakeholders in the Kingdom of Eswatini. This strategy will also underpin all international engagements undertaken by the Kingdom within the context of ensuring a safe and secure cyberspace. The successful implementation of this strategy by the Kingdom of Eswatini, will go a long way to support the full attainment of the benefits of digitisation of Eswatini, and supports the prosperity and wellness of all its citizens. In order to clearly outline the cybersecurity posture of Eswatini, the following core elements will be considered: Eswatini National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS) 2025 5