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
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
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
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.
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
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, May 23 – Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait, MBS, addressed participants at the ID4Africa Forum, speaking under the theme “Digital Identity at Scale: Prioritizing Use, Accelerating Impact.” The forum brought together global and regional leaders to explore the future of digital identification systems in Africa. She addressed several
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 3 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner held a stakeholders’ breakfast meeting with regulators, membership bodies, and associations from the education, hospitality, and property management sectors. This initiative aims to raise awareness of compliance obligations ahead of nationwide inspections for entities subject to mandatory registration.
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