Vision: Safe and trusted cyberspace for the people of Kenya PREAMBLE Cybersecurity continues to draw considerable attention from Governments across the world. This is because, most services today are dispensed through ICT systems that are in use in all sectors of our economy. The adoption of these technologies has also seen steady growth in cybercrime in the recent times. Notably, the dynamic nature of cyberspace and constantly evolving tactics of perpetrators continue to pose serious risks to peace and stability of our nation. To respond to this, it has become increasingly necessary for the Government of Kenya to DR. FRED OKENGO MATIANG’I, E.G.H. secure her cyberspace. The Government thus, Cabinet Secretary, has continued to develop and implement Ministry of Interior and Co-ordination of National Government initiatives to combat increasing cybercrimes and strengthen the safety and resilience of our national critical systems. The initiatives include policy formulation and reviews, enactments of laws and regulations, strengthening of governance structures, capacity building, increased awareness programmes and fostering collaboration. To sustain these cybersecurity efforts, the Government has developed the second National Cybersecurity Strategy setting our priority areas, goals and key interventions. The strategy recognizes the cross-cutting nature of cyberspace and the need for coordinated and collective action from all sectors. In this regard, all stakeholders are encouraged to cooperate and support the Government in creating a more secure environment for our business and day to day activities. Dr. Fred Okengo Matiang’i, E.G.H. Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Interior and Co-ordination of National Government iv

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