Vital Wave
Kenya has made strides in health data governance with a robust legislative framework. Key laws include the Digital Health Act, which mandates a comprehensive health information system and data governance framework. The Data Protection Act offers GDPR-aligned protections, focusing on data subject rights, anonymisation, and deidentification. Challenges remain in securing resources for implementation and local data hosting capacity. Kenya is a signatory to cross-border frameworks, enhancing its role in regional data sharing.