Kenya launches sovereign cybersecurity centre amid rising digital threats

The government has established a new cybersecurity facility as online security concerns grow.

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Kenya has launched a sovereign cybersecurity centre in response to increasing digital threats, according to Capital FM.

Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy John Tanui stated that cybersecurity has become a national security priority, the publication reported.

According to Capital FM, Tanui described cybersecurity as an essential requirement for building a secure, resilient and trusted digital economy.

Source: Capital FM