In December 2018, when the Digital Security Agency was formed under the Digital Security Act, it was hoped that the cybersecurity of important government sites with critical citizen data such as the Election Commission’s national identity database and the Office of the Registrar of Birth and Death would be robust.
In December 2018, when the Digital Security Agency was formed under the Digital Security Act, it was hoped that the cybersecurity of important government sites with critical citizen data such as the Election Commission’s national identity database and the Office of the Registrar of Birth and Death would be robust.
“People’s personal data” linked to the National Telecommunications Monitoring Centre, the state’s lawful communication interception and intelligence agency, have been leaked.
Citizens have applauded the decision to repeal the harsh and onerous Digital Security Act, 2018. However, the implementation of the CSA could negatively affect social justice, human dignity, fundamental rights, and human rights.