Staying Compliant with Kenya’s Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act (CMCA): How Naya Solutions Safeguards Your Business
The rise of digital systems in Kenya has transformed how businesses operate — from online payments and cloud services to biometric access control and CCTV surveillance. But with opportunity comes risk. Kenya’s Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act (CMCA), 2018 makes it clear: companies must safeguard their systems, data, and communications or face heavy penalties — up to KES 20 million in fines or 25 years in jail for serious offences. For many businesses, compliance can feel like a moving target. That’s where Naya Solutions comes in. Understanding CMCA Risks Under the Act, it’s an offence to: • Access or interfere with systems without permission • Alter, delete, or misuse company data • Intercept communications unlawfully • Share client data or surveillance footage without approval • Spread false or misleading information online For companies that handle sensitive client information — financial services, manufacturing, agriculture, educati...