Fraud is a common problem globally and in the country. Organizations and individuals lose a lot of money to different fraud schemes. The presentation is going to highlight the trends (reported mainly by financial institutions as well as tax related) which were picked up during the 2023/2024 financial year. The presentation is going to further highlight what institutions and individuals can do to protect themselves from being victims of commercial crime.

With the increasing dependency on digital solutions, the use of the internet continues to grow year on year worldwide and the Kingdom of Eswatini is no exception. This extensive use of the internet and digital tools is a great milestone but has also seen the rise of cybercrime and cyberwarfare. Countries need to make deliberate efforts to address this growing concern by implementing sound cybersecurity strategies and developing legal and regulatory frameworks regarding cybercrime. This topic shall cover the Eswatini context; the cybercrime regulatory frameworks, the threat landscape as well as the strategies adopted to address cybersecurity.

We live in a data-driven world. Data protection laws set out what should be done to make sure everyone’s personal data is used properly and fair. Data protection is a crucial aspect of managing and securing personal information and at its core, it refers to the practices and measures implemented to safeguard sensitive and valuable data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. The importance of data protection cannot be overstated, considering the vast amounts of personal, financial, and business information that are stored and transmitted whether electronically or in physical format every day.

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The speaker outlines the international standards on money laundering and terrorist financing. The presentation further points out the cascading initiatives of the Kingdom of Eswatini in adopting the international standards. The reflects on the outcomes of the mutual evaluation report of Eswatini that was published in 2022 and the coordinated efforts of the Task Force in strengthening the legal framework of the country

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of digital forensics and first responders has become increasingly critical. In an era where digital evidence is paramount, the need for proficient digital forensic investigations and well-trained first responders is more critical than ever. This presentation delves into the essential role that digital forensics plays in modern investigations, providing a comprehensive framework for uncovering and analysing digital evidence. We will discuss the crucial initial actions taken by first responders, emphasising the importance of preserving evidence integrity to ensure admissibility in legal proceedings