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September 17, 2026
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Parliament moves to rein in AI before technology outruns law

Parliament moves to rein in AI before technology outruns law

MP calls for stronger parliamentary oversight as Kenya moves to embrace AI...

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The Kenyan Parliament is taking steps to regulate Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure that legal and institutional frameworks keep pace with technological advancements.

  • The Communications, Information and Innovation committee (CII) chairperson, John Kiarie, is advocating for enhanced parliamentary oversight.
  • Emphasis is placed on the need for accountability, protection of human rights, and citizen safeguards as Kenya embraces AI.
  • The ICT Authority CEO stated that government agencies cannot evade responsibility for decisions aided or made by algorithms.

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