Ateny warns public: “ignorance is no excuse” under new cybercrime law

Minister Ateny: Cybercrimes law to protect legitimate digital expressions, innovations

Information Minister says legislation will act as a modern response to the growing use of digital technology in South Sudan By Aguok Chok The Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has assured the public that the Cyber Crimes and Computer Abuse Act 2026 is designed to protect innovation and legitimate digital expression while strengthening national security. The law was signed by President Salva K…

Ateny warns public: “ignorance is no excuse” under new cybercrime law

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) —  The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Ateny Wek Ateny, warned that ignorance of the law offers no immunity from prosecution following President Salva Kiir’s signing of the Cybercrime and Misuse of Computer Act. Speaking to the press on Thursday, February 19, Minister Ateny emphasized that the new legal framework aims to secure cyberspace, making individual accountability a central pillar …