DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 27 -- AS Tanzania surges forward with its digital transformation, from mobile money in our pockets to smart city plans on the horizon, a silent war is being waged in the digital shadows.

This October, during cyber security awareness month, a critical question demands our attention: Is the nation ready to face the cyber threats of tomorrow?

The digital revolution has brought immense benefits, connecting communities and fuelling economic growth.

But this new frontier also attracts a new breed of criminals. The threats are no longer just viruses on a single computer; they are evolving into sophisticated, large-scale risks that can target our national security, economy and personal safety.

The coming storm: AI, IoT and...