Kenya’s Proposed Cybercrime Amendments: A Threat to Internet Freedom
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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