Monrovia, June 20 -- Grand Kru County Senator Albert Chie has raised concerns over specific provisions within the proposed Cyber Crime Act of 2021 currently being debated in the Liberian Senate.

By Obediah Johnson

He described parts of the bill as "worrisome," particularly regarding law enforcement powers and funding arrangements, citing potential threats to civil liberties and government accountability.

The Cyber Crime Act, which has already passed the House of Representatives, is designed to create a unified regulatory framework to combat cybercrime and protect critical information infrastructure.

The legislation aims to safeguard electronic banking systems and enhance cybersecurity by protecting computerized and electronic data ...