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    "id": 1274289,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1274289/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kikuyu UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah",
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    "content": "any data that had already been processed, and advises the office on safeguards placed on the restricted data. The Government registered Worldcoin as a data controller, pursuant to the Data Protection Act, 2019, and the Data Protection (Registration of Data Controllers and Data Processors) Regulations, 2021. Those pieces of legislation require that entities that process data be registered with the office as a compliance obligation. Such registration is done by applying through the ODPC registration portal. An application for a certificate of registration only signifies that the entity has complied with Sections 18 and 19 of the Act and does not endorse an entity's compliance with the Data Protection Act or its subsidiary regulations, nor is it a valid license for any organisations to operate in Kenya, or authorise the operations of an entity. The certificate signifies that an entity is known to the ODPC and that it processes personal data of persons located in Kenya. Further, it does not amount to certification of the processing activities of an entity, or serve as an endorsement from the office of an entity’s compliance with other provisions of the Act or any other laws. A registration certificate was issued to Worldcoin on 18th April 2023 following receipt of the requisite documentation pursuant to the Data Protection Registration Regulations. The Government has commenced investigations to ensure that Worldcoin complies with data collection, storage, and sharing principles. Immediate mitigation steps being undertaken include the constitution of a multi-agency team comprising security, financial services, and data protection agencies, which has commenced inquiries and investigations to establish the legality of the activities of Worldcoin, and the safety and protection of data collected with the aim of safeguarding personal data and mitigating against any adverse practices. The Government is not aware of any prior public participation exercise by the crypto firm. This is the reason the Government issued cautionary statements through the ODPC on 28th July 2023 advising the public to be vigilant when engaging with Worldcoin and, in particular, when providing sensitive personal data. Further, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) and the ODPC issued a joint statement on 2nd August 2023 raising concerns on the operations of Worldcoin as they relate to cybersecurity, data protection, and consumer protection. The Government is not aware of its source of funds. Part of the mandate of the multi-agency team will be to investigate the source of the money being issued to participants and beneficiaries of this activity. The Government has expressly directed Worldcoin to cease collection of personal data and to restrict further processing of any data that has already been collected from persons located in Kenya. Further, there is need to sensitise Kenyans on the risks of cybersecurity attacks, data breaches, and the need for full disclosure before giving consent. The suspension of the processing of sensitive personal data was not lifted by the ODPC. In particular, the office raised concerns on whether consent sought from individuals was voluntary or illusory. In this regard, the office noted that persons are requested to give consent, and a monetary incentive provided for the exchange of sensitive personal data. This is a preliminary Statement on a matter that is under active multiple investigations. Should the National Assembly require any further information or clarifications, we remain available to attend a request for a further Statement, or even an in-person appearance as may be directed. This is signed by Kithure Kindiki, Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, and Eliud Owalo, Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy"
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