OCO Round Table

In this special year-end episode of the #OCORoundTable podcast, we feature our exceptional 2024 pupillage cohort: Electine Achieng, Steven Odhiambo, Alfonce Oduor, Venessa Sifunjo, Mirriam Mallei, Melanie Nkirote Mwenda, Peter Kariuki, and Leanne Agutu. These bright minds share their unique perspectives on a transformative journey marked by laughter, hard work, and invaluable learning moments. From personal growth to professional insights, their stories are inspiring and relatable. Tune in to hear their reflections, challenges, and victories as they close out this chapter of their journey. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode, #ourveryown Partner Jacob Ochieng, Senior Associate Morris Muriu Mbugua, and host Melanie Mwenda dive into the connection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data protection. As AI becomes an integral part of our everyday lives, safeguarding personal data is more crucial than ever. Tune in as they address the biggest challenges AI presents for data privacy, explore the game-changing opportunities it brings, and share practical tips to help you navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

#OCORoundTable #DataPrivacy #ArtificialIntelligence #AIRevolution #PersonalData

Join #ourveryown Deputy Managing Partner John Mbaluto, FCIArb, Associate Natalie Obago and host Melanie Mwenda as they discuss key rulings by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) and the importance of complying with Kenya's Data Protection Act (DPA). They explore the ODPC's role in overseeing personal data handling, investigating breaches, and resolving complaints, as well as the serious consequences of non-compliance. Tune in to learn how you can avoid hefty penalties by adhering to Kenya’s data privacy regulations.

#ODPC #KenyaDataLaws #DataProtectionAct

Data breaches are becoming increasingly common, putting both businesses and individuals at risk. In this episode of #OCORoundTable, join #ourveryown Partner Jacob Ochieng, Senior Associate Morris Muriu Mbugua, and host Melanie Mwenda as they explore the crucial issues surrounding data breaches. From uncovering the root causes to understanding the far-reaching consequences, they'll share practical insights on safeguarding your data and responding effectively when a breach occurs. Tune in to learn how to stay one step ahead in today’s digital landscape.

#DataBreach #DataSecurity #StaySafeOnline #DataProtection #CyberAwareness

Join #ourveryown Deputy Managing Partner, John Mbaluto, FCIArb, and Senior Associate, Morris Muriu Mbugua, as they dive into one of today's most pressing digital issues: data localisation and data transfers. Hosted by Melanie Mwenda, this episode explores the complex impact of data localisation laws on global businesses and the free flow of information. They explore the critical role of 'appropriate safeguards' in international data transfers and share practical strategies for protecting data in an ever-evolving landscape. This conversation is packed with insights on how organisations, governments, and individuals are navigating the storage, transfer, and protection of personal data. Tune in and discover more. #OCORoundTable #DataTransfer #DataLocalisation #DataPrivacy #DataSecurity #DataCompliance

In this episode, we delve into the importance of building a privacy-centric culture in today’s digital world. #Ourveryown Partner Jacob Ochieng, Associate Natalie Obago, and moderator Melanie Mwenda discuss how organisations can achieve this by embracing data protection by design and default. They explore the significance of these principles in shaping marketing and business strategies, ensuring that privacy remains at the

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Discover the key steps every Data Protection Officer (DPO) must take in their first 100 days to build a robust privacy culture within your organisation. #Ourveryown Deputy Managing Partner John Mbaluto, Associate Natalie Obago, and moderator Melanie Mwenda as they delve into the crucial responsibilities of a DPO and explain why having one is essential for meeting data protection requirements. #OCORoundTable #DataProtection #DPO #DataProtectionOfficer #PrivacyCulture

Join our very own Associates Jessica Detho and Brian Waguma in this episode of the #OCORoundtable as they dive into the crucial topic of Employment & Disability Mainstreaming in the Workplace. Discover why disability inclusion matters, the hurdles faced by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and the innovative solutions that can drive change. Learn about the untapped opportunities and the incredible benefits of embracing disability employment. Tune in for more insights on the sustainability of disability inclusion in the workplace.

#LabourLawMonth #EmploymentLaw #DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceInclusion #PWDs #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveEmployment

In this episode of the #OCORoundTable Podcast, #ourveryown Associates Meshack Kwaka and Brian Onyango highlight the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) decisions shaping employment law and labour relations in the country. They explore the courts' definitions of disability thresholds and the importance of defining disability status, discuss voiding employment contracts, and distinguish between contracts of service and contracts for service. Additionally, the episode covers claimants' rights to seek refunds of statutory reductions and the implications of extending probationary contracts. Tune in for more insights.

#LabourLawMonth #EmploymentLaw #LabourLaw

Join #ourveryown Senior Associate Sandra Kavagi and Associates Erastus Rabut and Jonathan Kisia as they delve into the intricacies of Kenya's Labour Institutions Act. This episode explores the establishment of Wages Councils tasked with shaping minimum wage policy, investigating remuneration across various sectors such as agriculture and domestic services. These councils offer recommendations to the Cabinet Secretary, influencing the Minimum Wages Order which sets essential employment terms including wages, housing allowances, work hours, weekly rest, annual leave, and sick leave. Tune in to gain valuable insights into minimum wage order guidelines and the complexities of collective bargaining agreements in both private and public sectors.

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