Nakuru, Kenya – February 19 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), in partnership with the Media Council of Kenya, held an engagement with journalists and content creators in Nakuru and Eldoret to sensitize media professionals on Kenya’s data protection framework and the role of ODPC in regulating
Mombasa, Kenya February 6, 2026 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) commemorated the Data Privacy Conference 2026, held from 26–28 January in Mombasa under the theme “Trust the Data, Drive the Future,” underscoring the need to build a digital future that remains grounded in enhanced trust. The
NAIROBI, Kenya December 3 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) officially launched the Data Protection Awards 2026, celebrating excellence across four key categories: 🔹 Data Protection Innovation🔹 Data Protection Complaints Handling Mechanism🔹 Data Protection Awareness Initiative🔹 Data Protection Compliance These awards aim to honor those who champion
NAIROBI, Kenya December 11 – The ODPC congratulates Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait, SC, MBS, on being awarded the esteemed title of Senior Counsel. The title of Senior Counsel was conferred to her alongside 53 other advocates of the High Court of Kenya at State House by President William Ruto. “The
KISUMU, Kenya, December 6 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is pleased to announce its recognition during the 2025 End-of-Year Public Service Reflection Dinner, hosted by the Head of Public Service, Mr. Felix Koskei. This esteemed acknowledgment highlights our outstanding achievements in two significant areas 1. Unmodified
MOMBASA, Kenya — November 27th — In a bid to raise awareness about data protection and enhance media engagement, the ODPC participated in the 8th Annual Editors Convention 2025, convened by the Kenya Editors Guild under the theme “Truth, Trust, and Technology: The Role of Journalism in the Digital Era.”
ELDORET, Kenya, November 12th – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner(ODPC) joined various stakeholders at the inaugural Kenya AI and Software Summit, hosted by the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy. Under the theme “Software as a Catalyst for Inclusive Growth, Jobs, and Competitiveness,” Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait
MOMBASA, Kenya November 3rd – The Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait delivered the opening remarks at the Data Protection Officer (DPO) Humanitarian Action Certification Course where he emphasized the importance of embedding data protection principles in humanitarian operations, ensuring that the collection and use of personal data respects privacy, dignity, and
NAIROBI, KENYA – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) of Kenya is proud to announce that Nairobi has been officially selected to host the 2027 Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) Annual Meeting. The decision was made during the 47th Global Privacy Assembly held in Seoul, South Korea. This achievement
NAIROBI, KENYA — The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) during the 47th Global Privacy Assembly has received four prestigious awards during Global Privacy and Data Protection 2025 Awards held in Seoul, South Korea. This international recognition celebrates the ODPC’s outstanding contributions and leadership in the field of data
