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March 19, 2026
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Govt given until September 19 to anchor framework on mobile number reassignment

Govt given until September 19 to anchor framework on mobile number reassignment

High Court orders govt to implement framework by September 19 to protect mobile numbers as digital IDs, preserve prisoners’ contacts, and prevent privacy breaches...

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The High Court has ordered the Kenyan government to establish a regulatory framework for mobile number deactivation and reassignment by September 19, protecting prisoners' numbers.

  • Mobile phone numbers are considered personal digital identifiers linked to sensitive data.
  • The ruling stems from a petition challenging automatic deactivation of numbers after 90 days of inactivity, potentially exposing private information.
  • Key stakeholders, including the Attorney General and the Communication Authority of Kenya, are mandated to implement these new measures.

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