Legal and Regulatory Developments in Kenya for October-November 2024
The significant legal and regulatory developments in Kenya for October-November 2024 key highlights include a landmark ruling by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner emphasizing the need for explicit consent in direct marketing, a High Court decision addressing mass surveillance concerns by suspending directives from the Communication Authority, and a judgment from the Employment and Labour Relations Court reinforcing procedural fairness in employment terminations. Additionally, it reports on economic updates such as Kenya’s foreign reserves hitting a four-year high and the government’s plans to reintroduce a carbon tax, aiming to reduce emissions and raise revenue.