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Kenya Cracks Down on Illegal ISPs with New Regulations

1/7/2025

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The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is taking a stand against illegal internet service providers (ISPs) by proposing new regulations. NFP-T3 licensees can now extend their reach to three counties, but a 0.2% penalty on gross turnover awaits those who exceed this limit without proper upgrades. Additionally, cybercafes are required to secure a class license to ensure compliance.

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Story summary

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is taking a stand against illegal internet service providers (ISPs) by proposing new regulations. NFP-T3 licensees can now extend their reach to three counties, but a 0.2% penalty on gross turnover awaits those who exceed this limit without proper upgrades. Additionally, cybercafes are required to secure a class license to ensure compliance.