- SASRA showcased Kenya’s cyber resilience strategy for SACCOs at the 2026 ICURN Annual Conference in Mumbai.
- CEO David Sandagi outlined the regulator’s response to cyber threats, digital risks and incident preparedness.
The SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has detailed its supervisory response to a live cyber crisis, in a presentation by its Chief Executive Officer(CEO), David Sandagi, at a global regulators’ conference in Mumbai, India.
Sandagi was speaking at the 2026 International Credit Union Regulators’ Network (ICURN) Annual Conference, held from 15 to 17 July at the Taj Palace.
He highlighted Kenya’s growing adoption of fintech and digital financial services, outlined the cyber threats facing the sector, and detailed ongoing strategies to strengthen cyber resilience, improve incident preparedness and mitigate risks among regulated Savings and Credit Co-operative Organisations (SACCOs).
The Kenyan delegation was led by the Principal Secretary (PS) for Co-operatives, Patrick Kilemi. It also included members of the SASRA Board and technical officials, alongside Sandagi.
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Kenya’s Sacco sector has expanded rapidly, recording significant growth in both membership and asset base. But the quick adoption of digital services has increased reliance on online platforms, exposing Saccos to a growing range of cyber threats. In response, SASRA has been strengthening its regulatory framework to improve cybersecurity and operational resilience across the sector.
The conference gave the Kenyan delegation a platform to engage with international regulators and industry experts on these challenges.
The Authority reaffirmed its commitment to supporting secure digital transformation while safeguarding members’ savings in an increasingly technology driven financial sector.
Participation in the conference is expected to help Kenya refine its regulatory framework, strengthen cyber risk management, and better equip regulated Saccos to respond effectively to emerging threats.
By Bernard Magada
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