Kenya Strengthens Cyber Defenses as Huawei, CS Kabogo Celebrate KSG Cybersecurity Graduate

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By irene 


 Kenya took another major step toward bolstering its digital resilience as the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, Hon. William Kabogo Gitau, presided over the graduation of public officers who completed advanced cybersecurity training at the Kenya School of Government (KSG).

The vibrant ceremony, held as part of Cyber Week Africa 2025, marked the culmination of months of intensive training for the July 2025 cohort — a group tasked with reinforcing cybersecurity within government institutions. The event brought together Huawei Kenya executives, KSG leadership, and key partners committed to strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure.
CS Kabogo, the chief guest, lauded the graduates for their dedication and emphasized the critical role of cybersecurity in protecting Kenya’s digital sovereignty.

“The theme ‘Compliance by Design’ captures a paradigm shift in our approach,” said Kabogo. “Cybersecurity is not just a technical necessity; it is a pillar of our national sovereignty and an enabler of economic growth.”



Highlighting the urgency of the issue, Kabogo revealed that Kenya recorded over 8.6 billion cyber threats in the year ending June 2025 — a staggering figure underscoring the need for enhanced skills and systems. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that Kenya’s digital transformation remains secure, trusted, and inclusive.

Huawei Kenya Managing Director, Mr. Samuel Cheng, commended the collaborative effort behind the training, affirming Huawei’s long-term commitment to cybersecurity innovation and capacity building.

"As an industry, we must ensure our networks and systems are resilient and secure,” said Cheng. “Huawei continues to invest heavily in cybersecurity, with nearly 4,000 experts globally and five percent of our R&D budget dedicated to this critical area.”



KSG Director General Prof. Nura Mohamed praised the partnership with Huawei and other stakeholders, describing it as a model for sustainable digital capacity building. He highlighted the establishment of the Regional Center of Competence for Digital Skilling and Artificial Intelligence, aimed at advancing AI, cybersecurity, and digital training in the public sector.

“We are bringing together all stakeholders to drive the cybersecurity and AI agenda,” Prof. Mohamed said. “More than 10,000 public servants have already benefited from our digital programs.”



Dr. Josephine Mwanzia, Senior Director at KSG and Chair of Cyber Week Africa 2025, emphasized that the graduation signifies Kenya’s growing commitment to building a secure, inclusive, and innovative digital future.

‘Compliance by Design’ means building systems that are secure by architecture, accountable by default, and resilient by intent,” she explained.



The certificate-awarding ceremony stood out as one of the highlights of Cyber Week Africa 2025, held under the theme “Compliance by Design: Securing Africa’s Digital Future.” The weeklong event brought together policymakers, industry experts, and academics from across the continent to strengthen Africa’s cyber governance and resilience frameworks.

In his closing remarks, CS Kabogo urged the graduates to take up their roles as digital guardians within their institutions.

“Today’s graduates are the guardians of our digital future,” he said. “Your work will determine the safety, trust, and reliability of our nation’s digital economy.”






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