Category: Startups, Business
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Why Global Fame Isn’t Enough: Lessons from the Sony Trademark Case in Kenya
It’s easy to think that global fame guarantees a brand legal protection everywhere, but the reality is more complicated. A landmark 2026 decision by the Kenyan Court of Appeal in Sony Corporation v Sony Holdings Limited (Civil Appeal 399 of 2019) has underscored that global fame does not automatically translate…
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A Guide to Kenya’s 2026 PBO Regulations: Registration, Compliance, and Transitions
By Tracy Gakii The landscape for non-profits in Kenya has undergone a definitive shift. Following the commencement of the Public Benefits Organizations Act in 2024, the 2026 PBO Regulations have now been gazetted to operationalize the law. These regulations replace the outdated 1992 NGO Coordination Regulations, introducing a modern framework…
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Digital Frontier: Navigating Kenya’s Fintech Regulatory Landscape (Snippet)
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Marketing in the Age of Privacy: What your Business needs to know
By Tracy Gakii Have you ever wondered how a business you visited once suddenly started sending you promotional text messages? In Kenya, this isn’t just annoying—it might also be illegal. The recent ruling by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) in EKL v AGC Tenwek Hospital serves as…
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Protecting Childrens’ Data: Lessons from Julian Rowa v. The Nairobi Academy
A look at the landmark ruling in Julian Rowa (suing on behalf of minor AJR) v. The Nairobi Academy and what it means for schools handling children’s data under the Kenya Data Protection Act.
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ODPC Slaps Digital Lender with Ksh 700,000 Fine Over Unlawful Debt Collection
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) recently issued a landmark decision regarding the unlawful processing of personal data in the digital lending sector. The case, involving Ceres Tech Limited (trading as RocketPesa), highlights the severe financial and legal consequences for companies that fail to verify data accuracy or…
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Platinum Credit Fined KES 900k: A Warning to Digital Credit Providers
For digital lenders and financial institutions, the “Wild West” era of unregulated marketing has officially hit a regulatory wall. In a precedent-setting ruling against Platinum Credit Limited, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has imposed a KES 900,000 penalty for unlawful marketing and failure to honor a customer’s…
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Africa’s Crypto Licensing Landscape (2026): SA, Nigeria, & Kenya
The African crypto landscape has shifted dramatically in the last 12 months. As of early 2026, the era of “operating in the grey” is effectively over in the continent’s three largest economies. South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya have all adopted distinct regulatory philosophies. If you are a founder looking to…
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MasiboLaw LLP Supports Mkash Solutions Limited Secure a Digital Credit Provider (DCP) Licence
27th January 2026 Mkash Solutions Limited has successfully acquired a Digital Credit Provider (DCP) Licence, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth and its commitment to operating within a strong regulatory, governance, and consumer protection framework. The licensing process—widely regarded as rigorous and demanding—was supported by MasiboLaw LLP, which…
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How to Get a PSP License in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide to CBK Fintech Regulations (2026)
Kenya’s fintech ecosystem is one of the most vibrant in Africa. However, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) maintains a strict regulatory environment to ensure financial stability and consumer protection. For any fintech firm, understanding the Payment Service Provider (PSP) licensing framework is the first step toward a legal and…