KENYA: Updated SRD Guidelines
In June 2022, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) updated the guidelines for the use of radiofrequency spectrum short-range devices. The updated guidelines include the frequency bands 5925-6425 MHz, allocating spectrum for Wi-Fi 6E equipment in these bands Type Approval impacted: NoSpectrum Impacted: 5925-6425 MHz can be used for WiFi 6En Imports Impacted: NoStandards Impacted: Updated SRD guidelinesProduct Impact: SRD/Wi-Fi 6E […]
KENYA: Public Consultation On Draft Licensing And Shared Spectrum Framework
On May 11th, 2021, The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) published a public consultation on draft licensing and shared spectrum framework for community networks in Kenya. In furtherance of its responsibility to develop a responsive legal, regulatory and licensing regime, and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Authority has formulated a draft Licensing and […]
KENYA: Public Consultation on IPV6 Migration Strategy
On May 4th, 2021, The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) published a public consultation on its website related to the IPV6 Migration Strategy. Noting the global trend on the Internet with regards to usage of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), and the current slow rate of adoption of IPv6 addresses in Kenya, the Authority has […]
KENYA: Frequency Spectrum Management Guidelines
In January 2020 CAK published an update of the Frequency Spectrum Management Guidelines, to ensure that it meets the Authority’s statutory obligations in as far as its approach for spectrum management is concerned. In this document, CAK sets the criteria for spectrum allocation, assignment and licensing of frequencies, spectrum pricing, monitoring, inspection, and enforcement. The […]
KENYA: Tradenet System for Import and Export of ICT Equipment
The Communications Authority of Kenya wishes to draw the attention of all firms involved in international trade and transport logistics in ICT equipment to the provisions of the Kenya Information and Communications Act 1998 (as amended) and in compliance with the Circular on Operationalization and Improvement of Cargo Logistics at Ports of Entry and Inland […]
KENYA: Wireless Broadband Spectrum Policy Reviewed
According to the Ministry of Information Communications and Technology of Kenya, it is important that the existing spectrum policy principles, practices and strategies are reviewed in order to be aligned with the new developments. The objective is to identify strategies that promote more efficient and beneficial use of the spectrum in order to encourage the […]
KENYA: CA Announces Proposal to Reform the Communications Regulatory Framework
During the month September of 2016, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) conducted a public consultation based on six drafts in order to obtain opinions from interested parties regarding the transformation of the regulatory framework. The draft proposals cover: Universal access and service, Electronic certification and domain names administration, Cyber – security, Broadcasting, Infrastructure, sharing […]