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Data Protection Beyond the Legal Team

Data Protection Beyond the Legal Team Introduction Many organisations treat data protection as a task that begins and ends with the legal team. Policies get drafted, privacy notices get published, and...

Jan 22, 2026

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Liability and Consent in Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence in the Age of AI

Introduction Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) is not a new phenomenon. Long before the social media age, artificial intelligence and image generators, men and women have experience...

Jan 12, 2026

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Data Governance and Privacy Implications of the Kenya–U.S. $2.5 Billion Health Cooperation Framework

Introduction On 4 December 2025, Kenya and the United States signed a Health Cooperation Framework worth up to 2.5 billion USD. The United States pledged up to 1.6 billion USD while Kenya committed to...

Dec 7, 2025

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Reflections from the Kenya National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Inception Workshop

Image source: Telecom Review Africa The development of Kenya’s first National Artificial Intelligence Policy officially began at the Inception Stakeholder Workshop held on 18 November 2025 at Radisson...

Nov 19, 2025

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Understanding Kenya’s Digital Tax Law: SEP vs DST Explained

Kenya’s digital tax story just got a plot twist. What began as a simple 1.5% charge on online transactions evolved into a sharper tool aimed at nonresident digital players. If your business touches Ke...

Nov 8, 2025

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Kenya’s New Cyber Law: A Step Forward or a Step Too Far?

On 15 October 2025, President William Ruto signed the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025 into law. It was gazetted on 22 October and will come into force in early November 2025. The...

Oct 24, 2025

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Kenya’s Crypto Law is Here: What Every Virtual Asset Provider Must Know

On 15th October 2025, President William Ruto officially assented to the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025, marking a turning point in Kenya’s financial and digital innovation landscape. For th...

Oct 15, 2025

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18th COMESA Business Forum & Exhibition: Digitalizing Trade, Agriculture, and Regional Growth

Day 2 of the 18th COMESA Business Forum in Nairobi cut straight to the heart of Africa’s regional integration agenda. The tone was pragmatic and private-sector-driven; a collective call to digitalize ...

Oct 7, 2025

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No January Surprises: Q4 Legal Fixes for Your Business

October to December is when the rubber meets the road for most businesses in Kenya. Targets are looming, suppliers are knocking, and staff are already asking about December bonuses. For SMEs, this sea...

Oct 4, 2025

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Why Your Goods Get Stuck at Kenyan Ports and How to Avoid Delays

If you have ever tried to import or export goods through Kenya’s ports, you know how stressful the process can be. One mistake in your paperwork and your shipment sits in a container yard racking up s...

Sep 24, 2025

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How to Get a Work Permit in Kenya Without Delays: A Practical Guide for Expats and Employers

Kenya has become a top choice for expats, NGOs, and international companies. Its economy is growing, the non-profit sector is vibrant, and the country serves as a gateway to East Africa. For anyone pl...

Sep 17, 2025

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Shaping Kenya’s Digital Future: Reflections from the Stakeholder Consultative Forum on the National Data Governance Policy

On 10th September 2025, I attended the Stakeholder Consultative Forum on the National Data Governance Policy at Ole Sereni Hotel. The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy co...

Sep 10, 2025

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