Regulatory Highlights

The Guidance Notes published by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is meant to provide practical guidance on designating and positioning Data Protection Officers (DPOs) under the Data Protection Act, 2019 and its regulations. The Guidance Notes apply to all data protection controllers and data processors that are subject to the Data Protection Act, 2019 (DPA). It should...

Disclaimer: this is not a legal opinion and should not be insinuated to be such. Should you need any legal advisory on this matter or any of our services, please contact us. 260706 – Selective Summary – Finance Act, 2026Download

Introduction The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has published its Revised Telecommunications Market Structure for 2026, updating Kenya’s telecoms licensing regime. The review aimed to remove market barriers identified over time, in line with CA’s mission to enable regulation. The revised structure also seeks to align with the ICT Policy Guidelines of 2020, the Kenya Government...

How should businesses, governments, and investors build, finance, and sustain critical power infrastructure across the increasingly interconnected markets of East, Central, and Southern Africa (“the region”)? An increasing demand for the same calls for the evolution of new delivery and scaling models, for instance, innovative energy solutions, utility reforms, sustainable electrification,...

About Us O’Bang Law is a regional full-service law firm with a global reach. The Firm, in supporting local and foreign investors, it has interacted with various government entities/agencies such as the Central Bank of Kenya (license acquisition), Communication Authority, Competition Authority, Directorate of Criminal Investigation, among others. We have advised on and structured several...

Key Regulatory Frameworks in Tanzania Tanzania has put in place regional legal, policy, and regulatory frameworks to oversee the nation’s sustainability goals, much like many other rising markets throughout the world. The regulatory framework in Tanzania has experienced a significant metamorphosis that has necessitated a strict mandated system of financial control. At the core of...

Introduction Impact finance is a purposeful investment that generates positive social or environmental impacts alongside a considerable financial return. Impact finance, which includes sustainable, green, and climate finance, is governed by a combination of sector-specific and cross-sectoral regulations, policies, and voluntary market guidelines. Currently, there is no single piece of...

Introduction Impact Finance refers to capital intentionally allocated to generate positive social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. It is different from mainstream finance as it departs from the singular goal of generating monetary returns and intentionally creates positive, measurable social and environmental impact alongside financial gain. Its core operating...

INTRODUCTION PIPs are designed to help employees perform their roles better and meet their targets. The process of coming up with a PIP must be fair, transparent, and adhere to the law. In Kenya, the law that governs PIP and employment in general is the Employment Act. The Act is supported by decisions made by courts in matters relating to employment and labour relations. The law requires...

A summary of the Income Tax (Significant Economic Presence Tax) Regulations, 2025 What is the Significant Economic Presence Tax? This is a final tax on the income of non-resident persons who provide services through a business carried out over the internet or an electronic network to users in Kenya. Applicability and ScopeTarget Group: Non-resident persons without a permanent...