Module objectives

Welcome to the knowledge module on Critical Information Infrastructure and Critical Information Infrastructure Protection as part of the GFCE-Africa project.

This knowledge module will address the needs of AU member states with regard to protection of Critical Infrastructure (CI) and Critical Information Infrastructure (CII). The module is intended (mainly) for policy-makers and decision-makers involved in various areas (foreign affairs, economic development, security and crime, telecommunications, finances, etc.), and those who wish to get acquainted with the concepts related to the risks, actors, and protection of critical infrastructure and critical information infrastructure.

Upon finishing the module, you will be able to respond to, and find additional resources for the following focus areas:

• Defining Critical Infrastructure (CI) and Critical Information Infrastructure (CII)
• Identifying, classifying CI and CII
• Designating critical information infrastructure sectors
• Policy, legislative and regulatory guidelines
• Governance Framework
• Stakeholder involvement in the CI and CII
• Funding and Capacity development