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Right to Privacy & Personal Data

Data Rights

Summary

Understand your privacy rights in Kenya.

Your Privacy Rights

Constitution Article 31 protects your right to privacy.

Protected Information

  • Personal communications (phone, email, letters)
  • Medical records
  • Financial information
  • Home and workspace privacy

Government Cannot

  • Tap your phone without court order
  • Search your home without warrant
  • Access medical records without consent
  • Share your personal data widely

Data Protection Authority

Report privacy violations to: Office of Data Protection Commissioner