Joint stakeholder report reagrding the 49th Universal Periodic Review - Kenya
Briefly

The joint stakeholder report emphasizes the need for enhanced data protection measures, particularly focusing on the Data Protection Act, 2019. It calls for a comprehensive legal framework to govern digital health technologies, ensuring community engagement and the protection of rights. Specific attention is drawn to vulnerable populations' access to sexual and reproductive health services and the need for confidentiality. Furthermore, the report advocates for a redesign of the Maisha Numba digital identity system to align with human rights obligations, safeguarding against exclusion and misuse in digital public infrastructure initiatives.
Strengthen data protection laws to safeguard personal data in the electoral register from misuse, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019.
Reinitiate legislative efforts for comprehensive digital health legislation that respects human rights and involves affected communities in its design and implementation.
Ensure women, girls, and vulnerable groups have secure access to sexual and reproductive health services while adhering to the Data Protection Act, 2019.
Revise the Maisha Numba digital identity system to protect against exclusion and privacy violations, aligning with human rights obligations.
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