On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) issued a public notice prohibiting the sale and use of specific mobile phone brands. Director General David Mugonyi announced the notice to address consumer protection, national security, and technical compliance across Kenya’s digital ecosystem. As the statutory body created under the Kenya Information and Communications Act (KICA), Cap 411A, the Authority regulates telecommunications, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and broadcasting services. The February 2026 directive targets an influx of non-type-approved devices identified through ongoing market surveillance as failing to meet required safety and technical standards. This ban follows a broader effort to formalise the mobile device market, including the 2025 integr...