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Originally published by Kenyanstop
October 21, 2025
10h ago
Pressure Mounts on Ruto to Recall Contentious Cyber Crime Law Amid Calls for Protests
Ruto signed the bill on the same day Raila passed away...
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President William Ruto faces growing pressure to repeal the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024, signed into law on the day of Raila Odinga’s death, with critics fearing it could stifle dissent and lead to renewed anti-government protests.
- Lawyer Miguna Miguna questioned Ruto's intentions, asking if he would recall the "offensive legislation" or force Kenyans back to the streets.
- The law, signed on October 15, allows government powers to block websites, remove content, and shut down digital platforms, raising concerns about its use for political control.
- Penalties for cyber harassment include fines of up to KSh20 million and imprisonment for up to 10 years, criticized as disproportionately high.
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