Data Protection Act

5. Establishment of the Office

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

5. Establishment of the Office

(1)There is established the office of the Data Protection Commissioner which shall be a body corporate with perpetual succession and a common seal and shall in its corporate name, be capable of—

(a)suing and being sued;

(b)taking, purchasing or otherwise acquiring, holding, charging or disposing of movable and immovable property;

(c)entering into contracts; and

(d)doing such other legal acts necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Office.

(2)The Office is designated as a State Office in accordance with Article 260(q) of the Constitution.

(3)The Office shall comprise the Data Commissioner as its head and accounting officer, and other staff appointed by the Data Commissioner.

(4)The Office shall ensure reasonable access to its services in all parts of the Republic.

(5)The Data Commissioner shall in consultation with the Cabinet Secretary, establish such directorates as may be necessary for the better carrying of the functions of the Office.

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Source: Kenya Law