A Kenyan High Court has temporarily blocked the government from shutting down social media platforms and blocking websites under the new Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024. Justice Lawrence Mugambi suspended Sections 6 and 27 of the Act until petitions challenging the legislation are heard and determined.

• Sections 6 and 27 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024 were suspended.
• The suspension prevents the government from blocking websites promoting “unlawful activities” and shutting down social media.
• The initial broader suspension of the entire act was narrowed after arguments from the Attorney General and the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA).

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is pursuing the forfeiture of over Sh813 million in assets from Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi and 13 others, alleging corruption and conflict of interest in road construction contracts. The suit, filed on October 31, 2025, follows investigations into claims that Governor Wamatangi influenced irregular tender awards to companies associated with him.

• The EACC seeks to recover Sh813,145,532.40, identified as proceeds of corruption.
• Governor Wamatangi, while Chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation, and Housing, allegedly influenced tenders from agencies like KeNHA, KURA, and KeRRA.
• He is accused of concealing ownership of five companies by transferring directorships to relatives while maintaining control as a bank signatory.