developing countries, prone to cyber threats, exposing the country to an exponential growth in cyber-attacks. The Government of Kenya has put in place several measures to enhance the national cybersecurity atmosphere and thus promote the growth of electronic commerce (E-Commerce) and related services including e-Government services. These measures include the following key actions: i.Development of Necessary Policies, Strategies and laws including a Data Protection law j.Establishment of Kenya National Computer Incident Response Team - Coordination Centre (National KE-CIRT/CC), a multi-agency collaboration framework which is responsible for the national coordination of cybersecurity as Kenya's national point of contact on cybersecurity matters. This was achieved through the collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), among other partners. The National CIRT has since grown and continued to collaborate with other member states, service providers and other National CIRTs. Mr Chairman, Kenyans expectations from the Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) Cyber security is a shared responsibility. Kenya expects that outcomes from the Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG)during the ongoing review of the norms and principles of responsible state behavior in cyberspace framework would enhance international cooperation. Kenya wants continued ICT growth while protecting critical information infrastructure. we prioritize the building of necessary capacities to internet consumers, to provide them with information and skills to enable them practice safe Internet use and minimize/eliminate exposure to risks and vulnerabilities. We believe necessary international

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