On May 28, 2026, the Gabonese Agency for Civil Aviation (ANAC) announced the deployment of a digital shield to secure the country's airspace against cyberattacks. The initiative, named 'Bouclier Numérique Aérien,' aims to protect critical air traffic control systems and data networks from increasingly sophisticated threats targeting global aviation infrastructure.
According to ANAC's official statement, the system integrates advanced encryption, real-time threat monitoring, and incident response protocols. The project was developed in partnership with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and local cybersecurity firms, with funding from the African Development Bank. No specific budget figures were disclosed.
This move follows a series of cyber incidents affecting air traffic systems in Africa and worldwide, including a 2025 attack on a major West African airport. Gabon's initiative is part of a broader continental effort to enhance aviation cybersecurity under the African Union's Agenda 2063.
