President Ruto Signs Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024 Into Law - October 2025

President William Ruto signed the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024 into law on Wednesday, October 15. The newly enacted legislation grants the Kenyan government extensive authority to block social media platforms, websites, and online applications implicated in illicit activities or deemed harmful. The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024 also compels internet and telecommunications service providers to cooperate with authorities in cybercrime investigations. Providers who fail to cooperate will face severe penalties. Following the enactment of these sweeping powers, significant concerns have been raised about freedom of expression.