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Information Network Security Administration

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ABOUT US INSA
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Duties and Responsibilities

The Information Network Security Administration (INSA) was first established in 2007 by the Council of Ministers Regulation No. 130/2007 with the aim of protecting our country's information and information infrastructures from attacks and safeguarding national interests. Our ...





SERVICES

OUR LATEST SERVICESBuilding a Resilient Digital Infrastructure

Digital Forensic Service

Cyber Incident Monitoring Service: This service operates 24/7, monitoring the country's in...

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Ethio Cyber Emergency Response Team

Cyber Incident Monitoring Service: This service operates 24/7, monitoring the country's in...

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Cloud Seeding

Although many countries have been using cloud seeding technology, it was introduced to our...

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Fraud Prevention Service

INSA is known to be working diligently to fulfill its mission of preventing and controllin...

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Cyber Security Audit and Evaluation

Digital forensics involves investigating and producing evidence on data, information, and ...

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Counter Intelligence Service

This service demonstrates INSA's commitment to ensuring the confidentiality, reliability, ...

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INSA INSA Cyber Shield

Cyber Awareness

Ethio Cyber Emergency Response Team
Use Strong, Unique Passwords
Ethio Cyber Emergency Response Team
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Ethio Cyber Emergency Response Team
Keep Software and Devices Updated
Ethio Cyber Emergency Response Team
Use Disposable Email Addresses for Sign-...
Cyber Security Audit and Evaluation
Beware of Deepfake Scams
Cyber Security Audit and Evaluation
Spot Sneaky Social Engineering Tricks

Cyber-Month Announcement


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INSA Latest News


Launch Ceremony Held for the Digital Certificate Service Ensuring Fayda Digital ID Security

Launch Ceremony Held for the Digital Cer...

Information Network Security Administration (INSA) has officially launched the National Country Si...

“The foundation of our effectiveness is building a multi-national institution” –Tigist  Hamid, Director-General of INSA

“The foundation of our effectiveness is...

Leaders and staff of the Information Network Security Administration (INSA) have held a discussion...

INSA Leaders Conduct Visit to the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute Headquarters

INSA Leaders Conduct Visit to the Ethiop...

Information Network Security Administration (INSA), higher officials including Director General Tig...

Officials and Experts from IGAD Member States Visit INSA

Officials and Experts from IGAD Member S...

A delegation of officials and experts from member states of the Intergovernmental Authority on Devel...

FAQ

INSA Cybersecurity Help & FAQ

How does INSA handle national-level cyber threats?

INSA operates the National Cybersecurity Operations Center to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats targeting critical national infrastructures, government networks, and sensitive data.

Who should report cyber incidents to INSA?

Any government institution, private company, or individual experiencing a cyber-attack, data breach, or suspicious digital activity should report it to INSA.

What does INSA do in cybersecurity?

INSA is responsible for safeguarding Ethiopia’s critical digital infrastructure, defending against cyber-attacks, conducting cyber threat monitoring, and promoting awareness and education on cybersecurity.

Why is cybersecurity important for Ethiopia?

Ethiopia’s digital transformation brings new opportunities but also risks. Cybersecurity protects government, businesses, and citizens from threats like hacking, data theft, and disinformation, ensuring national security and public trust.

Does INSA protect only government systems?

No. INSA protects critical national infrastructures and also supports private organizations and citizens in building cyber resilience through training, awareness, and incident response support.

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