Kenya’s Proposed Cybercrime Amendments: A Threat to Internet Freedom
I am concerned about the term “cultic practices”. One could argue that even
supporting football clubs is a cultic practice.
www.theransomnote.com/commentary/opinion/football-club-the-dystopian-cult-of-premier-league-football/
Regards,
Mildred Achoch.
On Thursday, October 3, 2024, Neema Mujesia via KICTANet <
[email protected]> wrote:
> Dear listers,
>
> We want to bring your attention to a significant development in Kenya’s
> legislative landscape—the introduction of the Computer Misuse and
> Cybercrime (Amendment) Bill, 2024. This bill seeks to expand the powers of
> the government, allowing the National Computer and Cybercrimes Coordination
> Committee (NC4) to block websites and applications that are deemed to
> promote “illegal activities” or “extreme religious and cultic practices.”
>
> The vague language in this proposal raises important concerns about
> potential censorship, surveillance, and the economic ramifications for
> digital platforms and users alike. Victor Kapiyo has provided an in-depth
> analysis of the bill and its implications. You can read the analysis from
> this link: www.kictanet.or.ke/proposal-to-block-websites-
> and-applications-threatens-kenyas-digital-ecosystem/
>
> We would like to hear your thoughts on this issue. What do you think about
> the proposed powers of the NC4? Do you see potential benefits, or do you
> have concerns about censorship and freedom of expression?
>
> Your feedback is valuable to us, and we look forward to your insights!
>
> With Best Regards,
> *Neema Mujesia,*
> Communications Officer@*KICTANet* <www.kictanet.or.ke/>
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