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Kenya DPA 2019 - s.25 - Records of Processing & Accountability

Your DPA obligations, always visible and tracked to deadline

A central registry of every DPA 2019 obligation, mapped to your organisation. Deadline calendars, compliance scoring, and one-click ODPC audit reports - so you always know exactly where you stand.

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Why this matters

Built for your compliance outcomes

Central obligation registry

Every DPA duty in one place

  • All DPA 2019 obligations pre-loaded
  • Mapped to your entity and sector
  • Owner assigned per obligation
  • Status tracked in real time

Deadline calendar

Every regulatory date in view

  • ODPC registration renewals
  • Consent review cycles
  • DPIA re-assessment dates
  • Vendor contract review reminders

Compliance score

Instant health-check on your posture

  • Weighted compliance score per obligation
  • Trend tracking over time
  • Gap analysis with remediation steps
  • Board-ready compliance summary

ODPC-ready reports

One click, ODPC-format export

  • Structured report in ODPC format
  • Incident history included
  • Point-in-time snapshots
  • PDF and structured data export

Features

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Obligation Registry

Pre-loaded registry of all Kenya DPA 2019 obligations, mapped to your sector, entity type, and processing activities.

Deadline Calendar

Integrated calendar showing all DPA deadlines, ODPC registration dates, and internally-set review cycles with reminders.

Compliance Scoring

Weighted compliance score per obligation area, with trend tracking and a gap analysis dashboard for remediation.

Evidence Locker

Attach evidence documents, policies, and records to each obligation. Organise your compliance evidence for audits.

ODPC Report Generator

One-click ODPC-format compliance report. Point-in-time snapshots for historic records. PDF and CSV export.

Team Accountability

Assign obligations to owners. Track completion. Escalate overdue items. Full maker-checker approval flow available.

DPA alignment

Every feature maps to a DPA section

Dira is built from the Act, not retrofitted to it. Here's exactly how each capability addresses your Kenya DPA 2019 obligations.

Product FeatureDPA 2019 SectionWhat it fulfils
Obligation registrys.25(1)Maintains records of all processing activities as required by the accountability principle
ODPC registration trackingPart IIITracks registration and renewal obligations for data controllers and processors
Compliance scorings.25Demonstrates ongoing compliance through documented, measurable accountability measures
Deadline calendarVariousKeeps all time-bound obligations under the Act visible and on schedule
Evidence lockers.25(1)(e)Documented record of the lawful basis and compliance measures for each processing activity
ODPC reportss.25Exportable compliance record ready for ODPC inspection or subject access response

How it works

Step-by-step workflow

01

Map your organisation

Tell Dira your entity type, sector, and key processing activities. Dira pre-populates your obligation registry.

02

Assign owners

Assign each compliance obligation to a team member. Set review cycles and deadline reminders.

03

Build evidence

Attach policies, records, and documentation to each obligation. Your evidence locker grows automatically as you work.

04

Monitor and report

Review your compliance score weekly. Generate ODPC-format reports on demand for audits, board reviews, or ODPC submissions.

FAQ

Common questions

Do I need to register with the ODPC?
Most data controllers and processors must register with the ODPC under Part III of the DPA 2019 and the Registration Regulations 2021. A limited exemption exists for small entities (under KES 5 million turnover and fewer than 10 employees), but it does not apply in designated sectors such as health, education, and financial services. Registration is renewable every two years. Dira tracks your registration status and renewal dates.
What is the accountability principle?
Section 25 of the DPA 2019 requires data controllers to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures and to be able to demonstrate compliance. This "accountability principle" means compliance is not just about doing the right thing - you must be able to prove it.
How often should I review compliance?
Best practice under the DPA 2019 accountability principle is continuous monitoring, with formal reviews at least annually or when processing activities change significantly. Dira's compliance score and deadline calendar support both continuous and periodic review cycles.
What happens during an ODPC inspection?
The ODPC can investigate complaints and conduct compliance audits. You must be able to demonstrate your compliance measures, produce processing records, and evidence of your DPIA and DSR processes. Dira's evidence locker and ODPC report generator are designed for exactly this scenario.

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