Kenneth Muhangi
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Up and Coming : General Business Law
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Provided by Kenneth Muhangi
Career
Kenneth Muhangi is the TMT & IP practice partner at KTA Advocates. He is a renowned advocate, author, and legal trainer specializing in intellectual property (IP) and technology law, particularly digital trade, fintech, data protection, and emerging technologies like AI, drones, and IoT. His expertise is further bolstered by an LLM in International Commercial Law from the University of South Wales, and extensive experience representing governments, international entities, and private clients.
Kenneth's passion for IP and technology extends beyond legal counsel. He actively shapes policy and fosters innovation. He played a key role in drafting Uganda's Data Protection and Privacy Act, advises governments on ICT integration and AI policy, and chairs key industry committees such as the Committee on Management of intellectual property assets under the Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial Development, the Uganda Law Society and East Africa Law Society ICT clusters. His commitment is recognized by the World Economic Forum and World Bank, with whom he collaborates on groundbreaking initiatives like the African Drone Forum.
Kenneth's exceptional work has garnered prestigious awards, including "Africa's Male Partner of the Year" and "Leading IP Lawyer" by the World Trademark Review Guide. He is also featured in Uganda's Top 40 Under 40, reflecting his dedication to excellence and impact.
Beyond legal practice, Kenneth actively shares his knowledge by lecturing at renowned universities such as Uganda Christian University and conducting specialized training programs on topics like data protection, cybersecurity and blockchain technology. This commitment to education ensures the future generation is equipped to navigate the evolving legal landscape.
Practice Areas
Sustainability
Telecommunications
Technology
Media
Patents
Trademarks
Copyright
Data Protection
AI
Drones and Airspace Advisory
Block Chain Advisory
4IR Advisory
Professional Memberships
Uganda Law Society
East Africa Law Society
The Africa List
International Bar Association
University of South Wales Alumni Association
Uganda Christian University Alumni Association
4IR Portfolio Communities of the Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution of the World Economic Forum
International Association for the Advancement of Teaching and Research in
Intellectual Property, ATRIP
Private Sector Foundation Uganda, PSFU
Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, World Economic Forum
E-Trade Association of Uganda (Co-Convenor)
Internet Service Providers Association of Uganda (Co-Convenor)
Publications
Cross Border Transfer of Data in Uganda & Schrems II available at
https://issuu.com/masta.uganda/docs/ng_aali_issue_4_web/s/12108985
Are you Paying Attention? Available at https://www.ktaadvocates.com/are-you-paying-attention/
Drone Regulation in Uganda available at
https://www.ktaadvocates.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/End-Of-Year-Newsletter.pdf
Other podcasts can be found here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy9ieu5uTAc
https://www.augustuscouncil.com/acs-podcast
https://anchor.fm/onugandapodcast/episodes/5ONReports-How-Intellectual-Property--Digital-Trade--4IR-can-facilitate-an-inclusive-and-robust-digital-economy-with-Kenneth-Muhangi-e1emsr8
https://home.ethicalangel.com/en/blog/alvins-podcast-interviewing-kenneth-muhangi-consultant-for-the-world-bank-and-lawyer
Clients
Interswitch
Seacom
Century Cinemax
Csquared
Guiness Transporters Limited
Huawei
Jumia
Wave
Zipline
Aramex
ATC Uganda
Languages Spoken
English
Kiswahili
Expert in these Jurisdictions
Uganda
Kenya
Burundi
Tanzania
Nigeria
Education
University of South Wales
LL.M
2011
Uganda Christian University
LLB(Hons)
2010
Awards
Africa's Male Partner of the Year
Africa Legal Awards
2020
Finalist - Partner of the Year
Africa Legal Awards
2019
Leading IP Lawyer
WTR 1000 Guide
2021
Leading IP Lawyer
WTR 1000 Guide
2020
Leading IP Lawyer
WTR 1000 Guide
2019
Top 40 under 40 feature
Vision Group Uganda
2021
Top 40 under 40 feature
Vision Group Uganda
2018
Chambers Review
Global
Kenneth Muhangi is recognised for his impressive intellectual property practice, servicing a range of emerging technology and fintech companies, as well as higher education institutions. He is based in Kampala.
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