cyber security Stories

Kenya, rest of the world remain on high alert after new wave of cyber threats in 2024
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 23, 2024

The National KE-CIRT/CC detected over 650 million cyber threat events over the period July - September 2024.

Cyber threats targeting government digital services hit 1.7 billion – ICT Ministry  
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 08, 2024

Cyber Security Director Yunis Omar emphasised the government’s commitment to nationwide digital transformation despite the escalating cybersecurity th...

Kenyans urged to examine sources of disinformation campaigns affecting public opinion
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 30, 2024

He pointed out that disinformation actors can be external, internal, or a combination of both.

Cybercrime costs Kenya Sh10 billion, second highest in Africa in 2023
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

Despite efforts to counter external threats, insider threats and online fraud have emerged as the leading dangers.

Search for AI skills, jobs in Kenya hits record high in 2024
Alfred Onyango  |  Aug 22, 2024

The report shows that in the eight months to August this year, Kenyans have searched for AI more than ever before.

Kenya records a spike in cybercrime with 72% targeted between April and June
Alfred Onyango  |  Jul 12, 2024

Findings by information and insights firm TransUnion show that 72 per cent of respondents reported being targeted by digital fraud schemes in the past...

Kenya seeks to be Africa’s digital leader with continental summit
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 15, 2024

Bridging the digital gap and enhancing accessibility to services, in collaboration with the media, will also be discussed at the summit.

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