‘Journey to digitally connect Kenya starts now’ – ICT CS Kabogo promises wealth and job creation

Newly sworn-in cabinet secretary for information, communication, and the digital economy, William Kabogo, has urged Kenyans to use social media responsibly amid rising online criticism of President William Ruto’s administration. speaking in Nairobi during his handover from prime CS Musalia Mudavadi—who had served as acting ICT cs since December 2024—Kabogo announced plans for a sensitization campaign to educate the public on data privacy and digital rights. He reassured Kenyans that the campaign would not infringe on freedom of expression but instead promote ethical and respectful online behaviour.