The University of Nairobi became the epicenter of cybersecurity innovation as it hosted the CyberWeek Africa 2024 Conference and Expo, a groundbreaking event for Kenya’s digital security landscape.
Dr. Raymond Omollo, the Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration and Chairperson of the National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee (NC4), inaugurated the event with a powerful address.
Dr. Omollo underscored Kenya’s unwavering commitment to enhancing its cybersecurity infrastructure, aligning it with global best practices.
He highlighted the conference as a crucial platform for discussing key issues, advancements, and workforce development in the cybersecurity sector.
Addressing the audience, Dr. Omollo articulated Kenya’s strategic vision for a secure cyberspace amidst rising cyber threats.
He emphasized the importance of building robust cybersecurity capabilities to protect the country’s critical information infrastructures, thereby ensuring national security, public safety, and economic resilience.
He also spotlighted the recent enactment of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrime Regulations of 2024, aimed at safeguarding Kenya’s digital future.
Dr. Omollo concluded by reiterating the government’s commitment to expanding cyber capacity and workforce, calling for collaboration between public and private sectors to achieve these goals.
The three-day event features an impressive lineup of industry experts and all thought leaders, further positioning Kenya as a leading force in Africa’s digital economy.
