Kenya: Secretary for Information Communication and Digital Economy signed Kenya Cloud Policy, 2025 including public procurement rules

On 7 April 2025, the Secretary for Information Communication and Digital Economy signed the Kenya Cloud Policy, 2025, in line with the Kenya Information and Communication Act. The policy includes procurement rules requiring all public entities to prioritise cloud-based solutions in new information and communication technology investments, including hardware, software, and infrastructure upgrades. Where applicable, public entities are instructed to favour Government Cloud Service Providers based in Kenya, subject to compliance with required standards.