Kenya: Authorisation of cloud computing services offered to government entities in the Kenya Cloud Policy, 2025
Progress
Current status
in force
02 May 2025 in force
07 Apr 2025 adopted
Scope
Implementers
Kenya
Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Authorisation of goods or services
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: cloud computing, storage and databases
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Kenya Cloud Policy, including authorisation of cloud computing services entered into force
On 2 May 2025, the Kenya Cloud Policy, 2025 entered into force following its publication in the Kenya Gazette. The policy, in line with the Kenya Information and Communication Act, includes requirements for the authorisation of cloud computing servi…
Event type
order
Action type
implementation
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government
Secretary for Information Communication and Digital Economy signed Kenya Cloud Policy 2025 including authorisation of cloud computing services
On 7 April 2025, the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy signed the Kenya Cloud Policy 2025, pursuant to the Kenya Information and Communications Act (Cap. 411A). The policy outlines accreditation and compliance…
Event type
order
Action type
adoption
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government