About the Session

Kenya’s digital transformation—driven by mobile technology, digital finance, online learning, and innovation hubs—has made personal data a powerful digital resource.

This Cyber Hygiene Community session equips university students with a clear understanding of data privacy, its role in building trust, and its importance in regulatory compliance and ethical technology use. The session is structured to be easy to understand, yet technically informative, ensuring value for students from all academic backgrounds.

Students will explore how personal data is handled, the risks of misuse, and how Kenya’s data protection framework empowers individuals to protect their digital rights.
 

Key Topics Covered

• Fundamentals of data privacy and digital trust

• Understanding personal and sensitive data

• How student data is collected and shared online

• Overview of Kenya Data Protection Act (2019)

• Everyday data privacy risks and how to avoid them

• What happens during a data breach and how to respond

• Practical data protection habits for students

• Career pathways in data privacy, compliance, and cybersecurity