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Implications of Cybercrime Law on Social Media Usage
With the increasing number of social media users, I want to understand how the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2018 impacts social media use in Kenya. Any insights or case laws you can share?
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Maurice
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Cybercrime laws can have significant implications on social media usage, as they aim to regulate and address various online criminal activities. These laws are meant to to address the following:
i. Defamation and Slander
ii. Online Harassment and Bullying
iii. Privacy and Data Protection
iv. Content Moderation and Censorship
v. Cyberbullying and Child Protection
vi. Malware and Hacking
vii. Cyber Fraud and Scams
viii. Intellectual Property Infringement
ix. Hate Speech and Incitement to Violence
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Raphael
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The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2018 was enacted to protect internet users from cybercrime which includes identity theft, cyberbullying and theft, The Act criminalizes illegal access and interference with computer systems as well as social media platforms. One notable case is Republic v. Cyprian Nyakundi & Another (2018). A renown Blogger Cyprian Nyakundi was charged under Section 22 of the Act for publishing false information after posting on social media.
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Winfred
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The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act No.5 of 2018 was enacted to protect all internet users from cybercrimes. The laws on Cybercrime have several implications on social media usage such as: To protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of computer systems, programs and data as well as social media platforms. The laws also facilitates detection, investigation, prosecution and punishment of cybercrimes such as cybersquatting, unauthorized access, false publication and Phishing.
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