PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO SIGN DANGEROUS BILLS INTO LAW

HEARTLESS PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO TOOK ADVANTAGE OF RAILA'S DEATH TO SIGN MOST DANGEROUS BILLS INTO LAW My brothers let me bring this to your attention; While the kenyanw were all mourning Raila Odinga's death, William Ruto quietly signed 8 controversial dangerous bills into law. Among them: National Land Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2023 The bill, passed by the Kenyan National Assembly and signed into law by the President in October 2025, restores and strengthens the mandate of the National Land Commission (NLC) to review historical land grants and address land injustices. Key points of the amendment include a five-year deadline for the commission to review all grants and disposals of public land made before August 27, 2010. An extension can be applied to Parliament for an extension. The commission is empowered to investigate complaints of historical land injustices and recommend remedial measures. However, this investigative power expires after five years. The amendments also introduce safeguards and time limits to ensure greater transparency and accountability in land management. This legislative reform is part of a broader effort to address legacy land injustices and improve land governance in Kenya in line with socioeconomic development goals. The Land (Amendment) Bill, 2024, refers to a law in Kenya amending existing land laws, specifically the Land Registration Act of 2012 and the Land Act of 2012. The bill proposes significant changes to land tenure laws, including the introduction of an annual levy on vacant land. This levy converts vacant land into leasehold by requiring landowners to pay regular rent. The bill has raised concerns among smallholder farmers and landowners, who fear the financial burden and potential risk of losing their ancestral land due to inability to pay the new levies. Critics argue that this amendment jeopardizes the achievements of the 2010 Kenyan Constitution and could lead to socioeconomic hardship for vulnerable landowners by introducing regressive land policies. The Wildlife (Amendment) Bill, 2023, amends the existing Wildlife Conservation and Management Act. It focuses on improved compensation mechanisms for victims of wildlife accidents, establishes community wildlife conservation committees, and promotes the joint management and revenue sharing of national parks between district and state governments. The bill also establishes clear procedures for the designation of national parks and mandates cooperation between state and provincial governments in park management. Computer Misuse & Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024 This Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024, represents a significant update to the original 2018 legislation. Signed into law by President William Ruto in October 2025, it introduces expanded definitions and stricter penalties for various cybercrimes and expands government powers to regulate digital content and access to it. Key points of the bill include: – Expanded definitions of cybercrime to cover unauthorized access (even without data alteration), cyberharassment through persistent unsolicited digital communications, phishing to steal personal data, and SIM card fraud such as unauthorized SIM swapping. – Stricter penalties for cyberharassment, false digital publications, and SIM swapping fraud, addressing growing concerns about psychological distress, misinformation, and financial fraud. - Authorization of the National Coordinating Committee for Computer and Cybercrime (NC4) to issue directives to block websites or applications that promote illegal activities such as child pornography, terrorism, or extremist content. - Expanded government powers to order the removal of online content, require service providers to hand over user data, and conduct surveillance justified on grounds of national security or the public interest. While the bill aims to improve cybersecurity and combat cyber threats, it has raised concerns about potential intrusions, censorship, and risks to freedom of expression in Kenya's digital space. Critics point to parallels with previous internet and app shutdowns and warn that expanded blocking powers could formalize censorship mechanisms. The bill also introduces new clauses defining asset and identity theft and addressing current cybercrime challenges such as SIM swap fraud. This change represents an effort to modernize cyber laws, but also triggers debates about balancing security with the protection of digital rights. The National Police Service Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is a significant piece of legislation primarily aimed at improving the welfare and oversight of police officers. The amendments focus on two main areas: mental health and well-being, and strengthening disciplinary oversight. Strengthening the disciplinary oversight of the NPSC. It strengthens the commission's authority by requiring it to review decisions of the Inspector General (IG) regarding disciplinary actions. Confirms the NPSC's role as an appeals body for police officers seeking to challenge disciplinary actions imposed against them. Empowers the NPSC to monitor the Inspector General's compliance with prescribed disciplinary procedures and policies. In essence, the bill reflects a legislative effort to prioritize the welfare of police officers—a group often dealing with high levels of stress and trauma—while also strengthening accountability and fairness within the police force. The Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposes an amendment to the existing Air Passenger Service Charge Act by reallocating and rationalizing revenue from the Air Passenger Service Charge. The bill proposes that revenue from the charge, currently set at KSH 600 for domestic flights and USD 50 for international flights, be distributed among four main institutions: the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA), and a newly consolidated Tourism Fund. The main objectives of the bill are to promote aviation safety, enhance tourism promotion, and ensure efficient funding of tourism-related projects through the Tourism Fund to avoid duplication of functions. The inclusion of the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority is intended to ensure that it has sufficient resources to effectively fulfill its mandate, particularly in providing weather forecasts, which are critical to aviation safety and disaster preparedness. The bill also empowers the Cabinet Secretary to determine revenue distribution shares and amend fees through gazette notification. This amendment brings Kenya into line with regional partners and addresses the need for increased funding following a 13-year fee freeze. The bill passed its second reading in August 2025 and awaits further scrutiny before entering into force. Its implementation is intended to increase funding for aviation infrastructure and promote tourism and climate services. Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, is a landmark piece of legislation that seeks to establish a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework for digital assets, including cryptocurrencies. Parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, on its third reading. ​The bill is intended to address financial crime risks, protect consumers, and provide regulatory certainty for Kenya's rapidly growing virtual asset market. It aligns the country with international standards, particularly those of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The Privatization Bill, 2025, is a law that establishes the legal framework for the privatization of government entities. It mandates the Privatization Authority to oversee the implementation of the privatization program and establishes the procedures, requirements, and approvals for the privatization of public assets. Key provisions include the establishment of technical advisory committees, stakeholder engagement, participation criteria, privatization methods, and the handling of privatization proceeds. The bill was introduced into the National Assembly in July 2025 and signed into law by President William Ruto in October 2025, formally entering into force. These aren't harmless. They give government power to spy, silence Kenyans, and sell government assets. The Cybercrimes Bill can let them shut your account, and the Privatization Bill opens the door to selling public assets, quietly. While the nation was distracted, Ruto moved fast. Ask yourself, why the rush? 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