It is reported that the Kenyan government has introduced the Artificial Intelligence Bill, 2026, sponsored by Senator Karen Nyamu, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for the ethical and transparent development and deployment of AI technologies in the country. Central to the bill is the creation of the Office of the Artificial Intelligence Commissioner, tasked with overseeing AI systems, monitoring risks, developing policies, and enforcing compliance. The legislation adopts a risk-based regulatory model, classifying AI systems by risk levels and imposing stricter obligations on high-risk applications. It also proposes the formation of an Advisory Committee on Artificial Intelligence to guide policy, introduces regulatory tools like AI sandboxes and ethical guidelines, and emphasizes data governance by requiring detailed records of data used to train AI systems. Penalties for misuse include fines up to Sh5 million, imprisonment up to two years, or both, for offenses such as deploying prohibited systems or creating harmful AI-generated content without consent. This bill builds on Kenya’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025–2030 and aligns with global standards like the European Union’s AI Act.
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