A major cybersecurity breach has struck government digital platforms, rendering several key websites inaccessible, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo confirmed on Monday. The affected platforms include critical ministry websites that offer essential public services, sparking concern among citizens and ICT experts.
The PS revealed that a group identifying itself as PCP@Kenya is suspected to be behind the attack. The hackers reportedly defaced multiple government pages, replacing official content with disturbing messages and symbols. Authorities suspect the attack may have been ideologically motivated, given the nature of the messages left behind.
The disruption affected services in ministries such as Health, Education, Labour, ICT, Tourism, and even sensitive offices like State House and Interior. As a result, thousands of users were unable to access government information, apply for services, or conduct routine online transactions.
Cybersecurity teams from the ICT Authority and the Communications Authority are said to be working round the clock to contain the breach and restore normalcy. Government staff have also been advised to avoid using affected portals until they are declared secure.
This incident has raised renewed concerns over the vulnerability of Kenya’s digital infrastructure. Experts warn that without stronger cybersecurity investments and rapid response mechanisms, government systems remain exposed to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats
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