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Topic: Cybercrime

Blow to State as High Court nullifies key Cybercrime Act sections

By Nancy Gitonga   2026-07-02 14:16:39

High Court declares parts of Cybercrimes Act unconstitutional, rules website shutdowns without court orders violate free speech.

'Nairobi remains the national hotspot for cybercrime', new report shows

By Wanjiku Kariuki   2026-06-24 14:41:57

Nairobi named Kenya’s cybercrime hotspot as National Cyber Security Agency raises alarm over 3 billion digital attacks targeting state infrastructure in last 3 months

Senator's husband charged over car ownership, cybercrime allegations

By Nancy Gitonga   2026-06-15 17:49:11

Christopher Munene, husband of Senator Tabitha Mutinda, has been charged in a Nairobi court over alleged forgery and cybercrime linked to a Toyota Prado ownership dispute.

Kenya's digital boom opens door to cybercrime, expert warns

By David Njaaga   2026-04-30 21:19:00

Kenya’s push to become a digital economy leader is exposing businesses and institutions to rising cyber threats as more services move online, a cyber security expert has warned.

Rights groups applaud Court of Appeals decision on cybercrime law

By Juliet Omelo   2026-03-13 20:01:01

Kenyan rights groups praise the Court of Appeal ruling that declared parts of the Cybercrimes Act unconstitutional, bolstering digital rights and free expression.

How the Cybercrime Act is being used to stifle political opponents

By Irungu Houghton   2026-02-21 09:50:42

Recent court cases involving activist Mwabili Mwagodi and student David Oaga Mokaya have renewed scrutiny over alleged misuse of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act to suppress political dissent.