Kenya: Competition Act (No. 12 of 2010) including unilateral conduct regulation entered into force

On 1 August 2011, Competition Act (No. 12 of 2010) entered into force. The Act prohibits the abuse of a dominant position in the market, which includes unilateral conduct deemed unfair or anti-competitive. Such conduct may involve imposing unfair purchase or selling prices, limiting production or market access, or engaging in predatory practices. The Competition Authority is empowered to investigate and penalise entities engaging in these practices, ensuring that dominant firms do not exploit their market power.