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Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act

Also known as: Cybercrime Act

2026-05-132026-09-14
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  1. July 2026

  2. Citizen Digital

    … The PS said the government has strengthened its cybersecurity framework through the implementation of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, operationalisation of the National Computer and Cybercrimes Coordination Committee, and enforcement of the Critical Information Infrastru …

    Gov't steps up cybersecurity, AI governance amid rising digital threats

  3. The Standard

    … Omollo highlighted measures already taken to strengthen the country's cybersecurity framework, including the implementation of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, the operationalisation of the National Computer and Cybercrimes Coordination Committee, and the enforcement of t …

    Government moves to bolster cybersecurity, tighten AI governance
  4. May 2026

  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeFour civil society groups have petitioned the Supreme Court to strike out sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act that govern surveillance, citing privacy violations. …

    Rights groups move to Supreme Court over cyber law surveillance powers
Politics

Stakeholders call for Kenya to ratify Malabo Convention on digital governance

The News

Kenya has undergone rapid technological growth accompanied by increasing digital risks. Stakeholders argue the Malabo Convention—an African Union treaty creating a unified legal framework for cybersecurity, electronic transactions, and personal data protection across Africa—is essential to address cross-border digital governance challenges; despite Cabinet approval in 2025, the agreement awaits National Assembly ratification.

8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Stakeholders call for Kenya to ratify Malabo Convention on digital governance

    Kenya has undergone rapid technological growth accompanied by increasing digital risks. Stakeholders argue the Malabo Convention—an African Union treaty creating a unified legal framework for cybersecurity, electronic transactions, and personal data protection across Africa—is essential to address cross-border digital governance challenges; despite Cabinet approval in 2025, the agreement awaits National Assembly ratification.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya considering legal framework for foreign agent registration

    Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya is considering a new legal framework to register and disclose foreign agents, lobbyists and foreign-funded activities, aimed at strengthening transparency and monitoring foreign influence while protecting national interests. He made the remarks at a conference on critical infrastructure, warning that terrorism is evolving to target sophisticated systems and that Africa has become the global epicentre of terrorism.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 7 September

  1. County chief's confrontation with arrested TikToker raises due process questions

    Nairobi County Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria's involvement in the arrest of TikTok creator Papa TV—footage shows him confronting the handcuffed content creator shortly after arrest—has triggered debate over whether a public official who was the target of alleged online abuse should have a visible role in law enforcement proceedings. The arrest followed an online dispute in which Papa TV allegedly posted insulting content criticizing Mosiria's crackdown on explicit content creators.

    7 September 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Kenya launches cybercrime investigation and prosecution guide

    The Kenyan Government has released the Rapid Reference Guide on Investigating and Prosecuting Offences under the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act to secure the country's digital environment. The launch follows a nationwide assessment that identified more than 2,000 critical vulnerabilities and over 4.8 million leaked credentials.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya launches cybercrime investigation and prosecution guide

    Kenya has launched a guide to standardise cybercrime investigations and prosecutions, listing 76 cyber offences and providing sample cases, investigative procedures, and guidance on evidence handling. The guide also establishes procedures for law enforcement and prosecutors to work with foreign counterparts on cross-border cases, with Kenya having committed to sharing cybercrime information with 76 countries.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 27 August

  1. State appeals Supreme Court to restore cybercrime law provisions

    Kenya's National Assembly has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a Court of Appeal decision that struck down Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, which criminalise the publication and dissemination of false information. The State argues the provisions include safeguards to protect legitimate expression, opinions, satire, and honest mistakes, and are aimed only at deliberate and knowing dissemination of false factual claims intended to cause harm or disorder.

    27 August 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Parliament appeals Supreme Court on cybercrime law sections

    Kenya's National Assembly has appealed to the Supreme Court seeking reinstatement of Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, which a lower court struck down as unconstitutional. Parliament argues the sections do not infringe freedom of expression as they target deliberate spread of false information rather than opinion, satire, or honest mistakes.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. CS Kabogo defends role, says ministry work isn't coding

    ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo said his job is to coordinate resources and manage the ministry rather than possess technical programming skills, arguing that criticism reflects a misunderstanding of what a Cabinet Secretary does. He cited stakeholder satisfaction and support from business groups as evidence of effective leadership.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 14 August

  1. Makueni MCA released on cash bail in cyber harassment case

    Makueni nominated MCA Urbanus Kyalo Wambua, accused of posting inciting remarks on TikTok, was released on Sh200,000 cash bail or alternative bond of Sh500,000 by a Nairobi court. The Wiper-linked politician is barred from contacting or interfering with prosecution witnesses in the cyber harassment case against Kibwezi MP Mutuse.

    14 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Government strengthens cybersecurity amid AI-driven threats

    Kenya's government is stepping up efforts to strengthen cybersecurity systems and establish responsible AI governance, warning that evolving digital technologies are creating new threats to national security, public trust, and the digital economy. The Principal Secretary for Internal Security noted that digital transformation has improved public service delivery but also widened exposure to cyberattacks.

    1 July 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Government strengthens cybersecurity and AI governance frameworks

    The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Kenya's cybersecurity systems and developing robust governance frameworks for artificial intelligence, citing growing cyber threats as the country's digital economy continues to expand. The Interior PS said Kenya's rapid digital transformation has boosted economic growth and improved public service delivery, but has also heightened exposure to cyber risks.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Government commits to strengthening cybersecurity and AI governance

    Kenya's government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cybersecurity systems and developing governance frameworks for emerging technologies including AI to protect the digital economy. The Principal Secretary for Internal Security noted that while digital transformation has expanded public service access—with eCitizen hosting over 24,000 government services and serving 15 million users—it has also widened Kenya's cyber risk landscape.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Rights groups challenge cyber law surveillance powers at Supreme Court

    Four civil society groups have petitioned the Supreme Court to strike out sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act governing surveillance, arguing they violate privacy rights and lack notification requirements that would inform individuals of data collection or communications interception.

    13 May 2026 · The Standard →

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