Also known as: NCSA
Kenya's autonomous cybersecurity regulatory body established to coordinate efforts across government and private sector against rising cyber threats.
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Citizen Digital
… Raymond Omollo, in his capacity as the NC4 chair, noted that the report comes at a pivotal moment following Parliament's approval of the National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA), which will be a great support to the country in enhancing coordination, protection of critical informatio …
OPINION: Ending banditry must deliver lasting peaceCitizen Digital
… 2026 01:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has appointed Martin Koyabe as a Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the National Cybersecurity Agency …
Martin Koyabe appointed non-executive chairperson for Cybersecurity AgencyCapital News
… The PS also welcomed Parliament’s recent approval of the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Agency, describing it as a major milestone that will improve national coordination, boost cyber resilience and strengthen Kenya’s preparedness against increasingly sophisticated c …
Government Moves To Fortify Kenya’s Digital Defences Amid Rising AI-Driven Cyber ThreatsCitizen Digital
… Omollo also welcomed Parliament's approval of the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Agency, saying the institution will improve national coordination, strengthen resilience and enhance Kenya's preparedness against evolving cyber threats. …
Gov't steps up cybersecurity, AI governance amid rising digital threatsThe Standard
… He also welcomed Parliament's approval of the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Agency, saying the new institution would enhance national coordination, strengthen resilience and improve preparedness against evolving cyber threats.Dr. …
Government moves to bolster cybersecurity, tighten AI governanceCitizen Digital
… Raymond Omollo, in his capacity as the NC4 chair, noted that the report comes at a pivotal moment following Parliament's approval of the National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA), which will be a great support to the country in enhancing coordination, protection of critical informatio …
3 billion cyberattacks reported in Kenya in 3 months: ReportCitizen Digital
… Raymond Omollo, in his capacity as the NC4 chair, noted that the report comes at a pivotal moment following Parliament's approval of the National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA), which will be a great support to the country in enhancing coordination, protection of critical informatio …
3 billion cyberattacks reported in Kenya in 3 months: ReportThe Standard
… ncipal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo said the findings underscore the urgent need to strengthen Kenya's cybersecurity framework. “The report comes at a pivotal moment following Parliament's approval of the National Cybersecurity Agency …
Kenya hit by over 3b cyber-attack attempts in 3 monthsThe Standard
The government is set to control social media platforms after parliament approved the National Cybersecurity Agency Order, 2026, paving the way for the establishment of an institution that shall regulate the digital space in a move that is raising eyebrows. …
Why government wants social media regulated ahead of 2027 electionThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Parliament has approved the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA), aimed at strengthening Kenya’s response to rising cyber threats and safeguarding the country’s rapidly expanding digital infrastructure. …
Parliament approves creation of National Cybersecurity AgencyAn opinion piece argues that banditry in the North Rift and northern frontier counties has disrupted everyday life for families, affecting schooling, pastoralist movements, and trade. The author contends that ending violence requires solutions that deliver lasting peace and address the broader consequences beyond immediate insecurity.
23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that banditry in the North Rift and northern frontier counties has disrupted everyday life for families, affecting schooling, pastoralist movements, and trade. The author contends that ending violence requires solutions that deliver lasting peace and address the broader consequences beyond immediate insecurity.
23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has appointed Martin Koyabe as Non-Executive Chairperson of the National Cybersecurity Agency's Board of Directors for three years, effective August 21. Koyabe was previously Founding Partner and Technical Director at Africa Cyber Expertise.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
A National Computer and CyberCrime Coordination Committee (NC4) report presented to the Ministry of Interior revealed that Kenya suffered close to 3 billion cyberattacks over three months, with rising offences linked to digital payments, unauthorized access, identity theft, and interference with computer systems. Different sector vulnerabilities, cloud services, and government institutions were identified as primary targets.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Computer and CyberCrime Coordination Committee has revealed that Kenya suffered close to 3 billion cyber-attacks in the last 3 months, with growing trends in digital payment offences, unauthorized access, identity theft and computer system interference. The report points to sector vulnerabilities, cloud services and government institutions as primary targets, with Nairobi leading in digital crime incidents.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya experienced over three billion cyber-attack attempts targeting government systems, digital infrastructure and cloud-based services in three months, according to a National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee report. The report warns that cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in various systems, with rising offences linked to digital payments, identity theft, computer fraud, cyber harassment and unauthorized access.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Parliament has approved the National Cybersecurity Agency Order, 2026, establishing an institution to regulate the digital space and manage cybersecurity efforts against fraud, identity theft, malware, data breaches and misinformation campaigns. The government's move has raised concerns ahead of the 2027 election.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
Parliament has approved the creation of the National Cybersecurity Agency, an autonomous body that will coordinate cybersecurity efforts across government, the private sector, and critical infrastructure providers to address rising cyber threats to Kenya's digital systems.
22 June 2026 · The Standard →