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February 11, 2026
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Communications Authority bans 21 mobile phone brands in Kenya - LIST

Communications Authority bans 21 mobile phone brands in Kenya - LIST

CA Director General David Mugonyi cautioned against an influx of the said mobile phone brands, which he referred as non-type approved.He hence cautioned members of the public against purchasing the li.....

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The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has banned 21 unapproved mobile phone brands from the Kenyan market, citing safety and health risks to users. This decision comes as a warning against the influx of these non-type approved devices.

  • 21 mobile phone brands have been banned for not meeting safety and health standards.
  • The ban was announced by Director General David Mugonyi of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA).
  • Consumers are advised to only purchase phones from licensed vendors and can verify device authenticity by dialing *#06# and sending the 15-digit IMEI number to 1555, or checking the CA website.

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