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The High Court has suspended the implementation of the 2025 cybercrimes law in Kenya. The court also temporarily suspended the implementation of the new Computer and Cybercrimes Act, following public outcry and legal challenges. This action followed petitions filed in court by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), and musician Reuben Kigame challenging the new law. The law had been recently signed by President William Ruto. Former Chief Justice David Maraga also criticized President Ruto for signing the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill into law.
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) and musician Paul Kigame have filed a petition in court challenging the implementation of a new cybercrime law recently signed by President William Ruto.
The **Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC)** and musician **Reuben Kigame** have filed a court petition challenging **Kenya's cyber laws**. This legal action seeks to address concerns regarding the constitutionality and implications of these regulations.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has criticized President Ruto for signing the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill into law. This move has sparked debate regarding its implications.