Kenya could soon introduce tougher rules against illegal streaming and digital piracy under the proposed Copyright and Related Rights Bill, 2026. The bill was developed by the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO). It aims to protect creatives and media companies from huge losses caused by online
The High Court has barred the Music Copyright Society of Kenya from collecting royalties from copyright users. The ruling came on Friday, February 13. Consequently, MCSK cannot levy fees during the disputed licensing period. The decision followed action by Kenya Copyright Board. The board declined to renew MCSK’s licence as a Collective Management Organisation. Therefore,



