Kenya advances cyber resilience agenda at InCyber Forum Europe 2026

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

Kenya is strengthening its position in global cybersecurity discussions through participation in the InCyber Forum Europe 2026, a major international gathering focused on digital trust and secure digital ecosystems.

Leading the Kenyan delegation is John Kipchumba Tanui, Principal Secretary for the State Department of ICT and Digital Economy, who is engaging in high-level dialogues on global cyber strategies and digital dependencies.

The forum, which has attracted more than 20,000 participants, over 700 exhibitors and representatives from more than 100 countries, is centred on the theme “Mastering / Securing our Digital Dependencies,” reflecting the growing global focus on resilience, shared infrastructure and international cooperation.

Tanui is advocating for a balanced and hybrid approach to cyber governance that is secure, open and collaborative, while ensuring that digital dependencies are strategically managed. He is joined by officials including Michael Odhiambo of the ICT Authority, Pius Cheruiyot, and John Mutunga, alongside other representatives from Kenya’s cybersecurity ecosystem.

Kenya’s participation aligns with its broader digital transformation agenda, which includes the development of a Digital Superhighway, investment in secure infrastructure, and the promotion of innovation and skills development. The country is positioning itself as a trusted digital and innovation hub within Africa.

The engagement underscores the importance of international collaboration in addressing cybersecurity challenges, as countries work together to build resilient and secure digital ecosystems in an increasingly interconnected world.