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ODPC Celebrated for Outstanding Achievements at the 2025 End-of-Year Public Service Reflection Dinner

December 6, 2025 No Comments

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

ODPC Raises Awareness and Deepens Media Engagement at the Kenya Editors Convention 2025

November 30, 2025 No Comments

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.”

ODPC Joins delegates as Kenya Hosts Inaugural AI and Software Summit

November 12, 2025 No Comments

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

Data Commissioner Graces DPO Humanitarian Action Certification Programme in Mombasa

November 3, 2025 No Comments

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

Kenya to Host the 2027 Global Privacy Assembly

September 25, 2025 No Comments

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

Office of the Data Protection Commissioner Recognized with Prestigious Global Awards

September 25, 2025 No Comments

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

t the conference, ODPC team shared resources, answered compliance questions, registered data controllers and processors, and held interactive sessions to empower data subjects

ODPC Engages Stakeholders at Devolution Conference 2025 in Homa Bay

September 8, 2025 No Comments

HOMABAY, Kenya-August 12th -15th– At the Devolution Conference 2025, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) established its presence in the event that gathered leaders, policymakers, county governments, and stakeholders to enhance discussions on Kenya’s governance and development agenda. During the conference, the ODPC emphasized its commitment to bringing

LSK Annual Conference 2025: Strengthening Data Protection Conversation in The Justice Sector

August 17, 2025 No Comments

DIANI, Kwale August 17th – As part of its initiatives to strengthen conversations on data protection in the justice sector, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) joined legal practitioners, policymakers, regulators, and thought leaders at the Lawyers Society of Kenya Conference 2025. The Data Commissioner, Immaculate Kassait, MBS

ODPC Hosts Uganda Personal Data Protection Office for Benchmarking Visit

July 16, 2025 No Comments

NAIROBI, Kenya July 15 – In a continued effort to foster regional collaboration and promote robust data protection frameworks, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) welcomed a delegation from the Personal Data Protection Office – Uganda (PDPO-UG) for a benchmarking session. The Ugandan team was led by Mr.

CS William Kabogo Officially Launches Nyeri Regional Office and Strategic Plan 2025-2029

July 5, 2025 No Comments

Nyeri, Kenya — July 4: The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, Hon. William Kabogo, officially opened the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) Regional Office in Nyeri. This marks a significant step in the ODPC’s mission to decentralize data protection services across