BY SAM ALFAN.
The new cyber crime law 2018 is meant to silence whistleblowers, a man has told court.
Geoffrey Maina also wants the law overturned as it impedes on fundamental human rights.
The much touted protective law, he says is taking away the right to access information and freedom of expression.
Mr Maina also says that the new law was passed without public participation and as such should be overturned.
He avers that the new law sets out harsh penalties which include up to Sh50 and or imprisonment of up to 25 years.
He holds that this law falls short of international standards, requirements and violates treaties and conventions to that Kenya is a party.
“Some sections of the Act also unreasonably restricts citizens right of access to information under Article 35 of the constitution,”argues Maina.
He claims the act which was passed without public participation threatens Kenyans right to privacy under Article 31 of the Constitution , freedom of expression and opinion under Article 32 and 33.
Mr Maina also holds that whistleblowers will show a blind eye to graft for fear of being subjected to punitive sentences.
