ODPC Determinations on the Use of Customer Images for Marketing
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) recently issued a determination following an investigation into the data…
Data Protection
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Using Personal Names and Professional Accolades without Lawful Basis is a Legal Violation
Arthur V.O Opinya, and 2 Others v Brainstorm Insurance Brokers Limited Background In Arthur V.O Opinya, and 2…
Data Protection Compliance Considerations in Corporate Acquisition Transactions
Background In Catherine Wairimu Gabriel v Penda Health Limited the Complainant lodged a complaint with the Office of…
Data Controllers Must Honour Objections and Erasure Requests
Background In Michael Rashid Mwakio v Kings Commodities Limited, the Complainant lodged a complaint with the Office of…
The Hidden Data Protection Risk in a Simple Social Media Notice
“This Employee Is No Longer Associated with Our Company…”
Image Use Consent Should be Specific and Not Bundled in Terms & Condition
Background In Antonate Rombo Aiko v Goodtimes Africa t/a Blankets & Wine, the Complainant lodged a complaint with…
Hospitals Must Obtain Explicit Consent Before Sharing Patient’s Data with Third Party Laboratories
Background In Merceline Akoth Odeyo v St. Luke Orthopaedic & Trauma Hospital Eldoret, the Complainant filed a complaint…
Recent ODPC Decisions on the use of Personal Photos & Videos in Kenya
In recent years, Kenya has witnessed significant developments in data protection. One key development has been the commitment…
5 Key Policies For Data Protection Compliance
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Kenya Data Commissioner Makes First Enforcement Move
On 5th of October 2022, the Office Data Protection Commissioner (“ODPC”) issued a public statement citing a raft…