The Communications and Multimedia Appeals Tribunal has ruled in favor of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), allowing it to revoke six broadcasting licences belonging to the Standard Media Group. This decision stems from the media house's failure to pay outstanding licence fees and levies.

• The debt amounts to Ksh48.9 million.
• The affected licences include Radio Maisha, Spice FM, KTN News, Vybez Radio, Berur FM, and KTN Burudani.
• The ruling was delivered on Friday, March 27, and dismissed an appeal by The Standard Media Group PLC.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has clarified new technical rules for mobile phones, assuring the public that cheap and low-cost devices are not banned.

• The new rules, effective March 24, 2026, require all new mobile devices approved in Kenya to use USB Type-C charging ports.
• The Communications Authority of Kenya dismissed inaccurate reports suggesting a ban on affordable phones.
• Existing phones in circulation remain legal, and no one will be forced to discard their current devices.
• The aim of the USB Type-C mandate is to align Kenya with global standards, enhance interoperability, and reduce electronic waste.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has clarified new regulations requiring mobile phones sold in the country to use USB Type-C chargers by March 24, 2026.

• Existing stocks of low-cost phones and other charging interface devices already imported will be permitted for sale.
• The CA insists the new rules, aimed at standardizing charging interfaces, have been misunderstood and are not a ban on low-cost phones.
• New mobile devices seeking type approval after March 24, 2026, must feature a USB Type-C charging port and a detachable charging cable.