OPSWAT Academy is driven by its mission to protect critical infrastructure across essential sectors such as healthcare, energy, transportation, and more. To address the growing threats faced by these sectors, OPSWAT Academy provides specialized training to equip individuals and organizations with the expertise necessary to defend against cyberattacks.
In line with this mission, OPSWAT Academy is excited to announce its partnership with Uzima University to address the cybersecurity skills gap in Kenya's healthcare sector.
Through this collaboration, OPSWAT Academy’s $10 Million Scholarship Program will provide cutting-edge cybersecurity training to Uzima University’s IT, administrative teams and students. This training will play a critical role in enhancing the security of sensitive medical data and safeguarding one of the most important sectors in public safety.
Our partnership with Uzima University is a crucial step in strengthening the digital infrastructure for the healthcare sector in Kenya. By educating their teams and students on the latest cybersecurity threats and solutions, we are equipping them with the knowledge needed to build and maintain resilient systems. This collaboration enables us to tailor cybersecurity solutions specifically for healthcare, safeguarding sensitive medical data and ensuring patient privacy, while securely supporting their medical education and research activities.
Irfan ShakeelVP of Training and Certification Services, OPSWAT.
Henry Christian OnyangoInformation and Communications Technology Support Professional, Uzima University
About Uzima University
Uzima University, established by the vision of Most Rev. Zacchaeus Okoth, Archbishop of Kisumu, is dedicated to advancing medical education and research. It focuses on addressing the healthcare needs of the AMECEA (Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa) region, which includes nine Eastern African countries. The University’s primary focus is the prevention, management, and treatment of tropical diseases. They emphasize the formation of medical professionals committed to upholding the dignity of human life from conception to natural death.
About OPSWAT Academy
OPSWAT Academy is at the forefront of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cybersecurity training, delivering essential education to both individuals and organizations globally. With a commitment to equipping cybersecurity professionals with the skills necessary to protect crucial infrastructure, the Academy actively works to bridge the cybersecurity skills gap through its innovative training initiatives.
