It has been over 100 days since the appointment of Kenya’s first Data Commissioner. The Data Commissioner is in charge of data protection compliance and enforcement. Let us consider some of the developments that have happened in this time.
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How Data Mapping Supports Privacy Compliance
In the last article, we considered the potential impact of the Data Protection Act on businesses in Kenya. This week, we consider how creating data maps can contribute to the overall success of your data privacy compliance program.
How The Data Protection Act Will Impact Your Business
The Data Protection Act (“DPA”) became law on 25th November 2019. However, over fourteen months later, very few businesses have complied with the requirements of the Act. In fact, it is safe to say that the majority of them are yet to understand the law and the ensuing compliance obligations.
6 Ways The Data Protection Act Impacts Staff Recruitment
The Kenya Data Protection Act is set to impact all areas of business and more so, the HR or staffing function. In the “HR Professionals Guide to Data Protection” I gave broad insights on how the Act will affect the HR department. In this article, I consider the potential impact in the area of staff recruitment.
COVID-19: How To Handle Your Commercial Lease
It’s been almost two years since I penned this guide on commercial leases in Kenya. Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the article has generated a lot of interest from readers. So much so, that it prompted me to provide further insight on how to handle your lease in light of the pandemic.
Kenya Data Protection Basics [Video]
The operationalization Kenya Data Protection law is gaining momentum. The appointment of the Data Commissioner shall pave way for enforcement and regulation of personal data use. In this short video, I share some of the basic concepts contained in the Kenya Data Protection Act.
HR Professionals Guide To Data Protection
On 25th November 2019, Kenya enacted the Data Protection Act. If you are a Human Resource practitioner, you need to familiarise yourself with the requirements of this Act because it places a high compliance burden with regard to the handling of personal data. This article looks at ways in which the Data Protection Act will affect the HR function and how HR practitioners can prepare for compliance.
Best Practices: Online Privacy Policies
In a previous article, I discussed some of the reasons why a mobile app may need a privacy policy. The reasons set out there apply not only to mobile apps but also to all websites and online applications. This week, we consider some best practices for developing and deploying online privacy policies.
Why Your Mobile App Needs A Privacy Policy
Have you developed or do you own a Mobile App? Does the App collect personal data such as email addresses, identification numbers, or banking information from users? If so, then it’s imperative that you have a Privacy Policy.
5 Legal Considerations For Your Online Business
The future is here. The future is in online business. According to a recent article by the Economist, “responding to COVID-19 has seen many people and companies realise that IT had more to offer them than they had realised.” Indeed, most tech or online companies are reaping big in spite of the pandemic. Therefore, it makes sense to consider starting or moving your business online. This article considers some of the legal aspects relevant to online businesses.