Recent reports of unlawful recording and unauthorized sharing of personal data in Kenya have highlighted the urgent need for data protection awareness and action. These violations undermine individual dignity, safety, and livelihoods, underscoring the importance of safeguarding personal information in the digital age.

• Kenya's Data Protection Act, 2019 defines personal data broadly and mandates lawful, fair, and transparent collection with explicit consent.
• The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is conducting data privacy training nationwide, including recent sessions in Wajir County.
• Despite ongoing efforts, a significant digital literacy gap persists, particularly affecting women, with only 35% of women using mobile internet compared to 50% of men.