by David Indeje | May 9, 2024 | Cyber Security, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
By John Walubengo The Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA—RADPD) conference brought together over 30 African data commissioners in charge of regulating the personal data space in their respective countries. The conference, which will take place...
by David Indeje | May 8, 2024 | Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
This year, Kenya celebrates five years since the enactment of the Data Protection Act (DPA), including establishing the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), a comprehensive privacy and data protection framework for the country. To reflect on this,...
by David Indeje | Mar 26, 2024 | Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
By John Walubengo ABUJA, Nigeria: In a ruling that has sparked debate over privacy rights and data protection, the Federal High Court of Nigeria, on April 19, 2023, sided with True Software Scandinavia AB, the creators of the TrueCaller app, and the National...
by David Indeje | Jan 28, 2024 | Highlights, kictanet, Privacy
As we mark Data Privacy Day 2024 commemorated annually on 28 January, we call upon everyone to embrace the theme ‘Take Control of Your Data’. Today presents us with a unique opportunity to embark on a journey to take back our power and assert our authority over our...
by David Indeje | Jan 23, 2024 | Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
By John Walubengo This week being International Data Protection Week, it is perhaps timely to explore the big debate about whether data protection laws curtail AI developments. At face value, one gets the feeling that, indeed, that may be the case. There are several...
by David Indeje | Nov 27, 2023 | Gender, Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
Women and gender minorities face various risks and harms from the collection, use, and sharing of their data by different actors, such as governments, corporations, or hackers. These may include identity theft, cyberstalking, online harassment, discrimination, or...
