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December 11, 2025
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Court halts implementation of Kenya-US health Agreement over data privacy concerns

Court halts implementation of Kenya-US health Agreement over data privacy concerns

Court halts implementation of Kenya-US health Agreement over data privacy concerns..

✨ Key Highlights

The High Court in Kenya has temporarily halted the implementation of a health cooperation agreement between the Government of Kenya and the United States. This decision stems from significant concerns regarding the privacy and potential transfer of sensitive medical data belonging to Kenyans.

  • The conservatory orders specifically restrain the transfer, sharing, or dissemination of medical, epidemiological, or sensitive personal health data under the framework.
  • Senator Okiya Omtatah filed the case, arguing that the agreement posed risks to the protection of Kenyans' health information.
  • The agreement was signed on December 4, 2025, and the court's decision also prohibits the government from spending public funds or rolling out policies related to it on an interim basis.

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