Ruto defends cybercrimes law, denies it was signed in secret

President William Ruto during the funeral service for Weston Kirocho Kanja, father of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in Thome, Laikipia County, on October 23, 2025. [PCS]

President William Ruto has defended his decision to sign into law eight Bills, among them the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, on the day former Prime Minister Raila Odinga died.

The President said the law is meant to shield Kenyans — especially children, teenagers, and youth — from the growing dangers of internet-related crimes.