Digital transformation in East Africa has raised concerns about the sharing of personal user data.
Speakers at the East African Data Governance Conference highlighted the risks of unchecked data sharing and emphasized the need for stringent data governance frameworks.
The establishment of the Public Benefits Organizations regulatory authority in Kenya aims to ensure responsible usage of personal data collected by various entities.
The conference also addressed the role of multinational tech companies in harvesting data from East African users and questioned compliance with local privacy laws.