Gov’t wants all cybercafés fitted with CCTV surveillance, users identified
Dear members,
As a matter of fact, as is the norm of our country, this could be
misused in future for purposes, like suppressing freedom of speech by the
cyber users.
Also, especially with our nation rank in matters of corruption,
Kenyans may view this as a form of control rather than genuine attempt to
control or improve crime or safety.
Notably, it’s a positive move, that requires clear guidelines,
regulations and involvement by all stakeholders.
As a matter of fact, as is the norm of our country, this could be
misused in future for purposes, like suppressing freedom of speech by the
cyber users.
Also, especially with our nation rank in matters of corruption,
Kenyans may view this as a form of control rather than genuine attempt to
control or improve crime or safety.
Notably, it’s a positive move, that requires clear guidelines,
regulations and involvement by all stakeholders.
Simon Macharia
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On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 11:44 AM Victor Kapiyo via KICTANet <
[email protected]> wrote:
> The government seeks to license all internet cafés in Kenya afresh and
> introduce new controls in what it says are efforts to streamline regulation
> and spur the growth of the local ICT sector.
>
> Read more:
> www.citizen.digital/tech/govt-wants-all-cybercafes-fitted-with-cctv-surveillance-users-identified-n355552
>
> What do you think?
>