CA and the government wanted the three companies and broadband communications networks to tap computers on their behalf by planting spy gadgets on all networks. CA had written to Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom Kenya, the three major telcos in Kenya, over the plan. By SAM KIPLAGATMore by this AuthorThe High Court has dealt a blow to plans by the Communication Authority (CA) and the government to tap private phone conversations. The court in Nairobi on Thursday declared the plans illegal and a violation of consumer rights. CA had written to Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom Kenya, the three major telcos in Kenya, over the plan.

Source: Daily Nation April 19, 2018 09:27 UTC