Overview
- Act: Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010
- Formed: 2011
- D.G : David Kibet Kemei
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The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) was established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 and began operations on August 1, 2011. It promotes and safeguards competition, prevents unfair trade practices, and protects consumer rights in Kenya. CAK regulates mergers, monopolies, and anti-competitive behavior to ensure fair market conditions. It investigates restrictive trade practices, enhances consumer welfare, and enforces compliance with competition laws. The authority also advocates for pro-competition policies and educates businesses and consumers on fair competition, fostering economic growth and a level playing field for all market participants.
Director-General : David Kibet Kemei
Mr. David Kibet holds a Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA from the University
of Nairobi. A qualified public accountant and Certified Regulation Specialist, he has over 30 years of experience across various sectors, including regulatory, financial, academia, health, tourism, and energy.
Management Team
David Kibet Kemei
Director-General
Dr. Adano W. Roba
Director, Policy, Research & Quality Assurance
Eric Mwangi
Director, Corporate Services
Amenya Omari
Director, Competition & Consumer Protection
Marcellina Anduro
Manager, ICT
Rachel Okuom
Manager, HR & Administration
Raphael Mburu
Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions
Dr. Priscilla Njako
Manager, Buyer Power
Boniface Kamiti
Manager, Consumer Protection
CPA Benard Ayieko
Manager, Enforcement And Compliance
Ambrose Ageng’a
Manager, Finance
Ninette K. Mwarania
Manager, Planning & Research
Ochieng’ Ochiel
Manager, Internal Audit
Mugambi Mutegi
Manager, Communications & External Relations
Walter Masinde
Manager, Supply Chain Management
Board of Governors
Shaka Kariuki
Chairman
David Kibet Kemei
Director-General
Rotich Kiprono Joseah
Alt to P.S, State Department for Trade
Joseph Ngugi
Alt To C.S The National Treasury
Functions
- Promoting Fair Competition – Ensures fair and open markets by preventing anti-competitive practices.
- Regulating Mergers and Acquisitions – Reviews and approves mergers to prevent market dominance and monopolies.
- Preventing Abuse of Market Power – Monitors dominant firms to prevent unfair pricing and exclusionary tactics.
- Investigating Restrictive Trade Practices – Detects and takes action against cartels, price-fixing, and collusive agreements.
- Consumer Protection – Safeguards consumers from misleading advertisements, unfair pricing, and substandard products.
- Enforcing Compliance – Ensures businesses adhere to competition laws and takes legal action against violators.
- Advocating for Pro-Competition Policies – Advises the government on policies that promote market efficiency.
- Educating Businesses and Consumers – Conducts awareness programs on competition laws and consumer rights.
- Monitoring Market Practices – Analyzes market trends and conducts studies to identify anti-competitive behavior.
- Encouraging Fair Trade Across Sectors – Works with regulators to create a competitive and transparent business environment.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Competition Authority of Kenya, CBK Pension Towers, 15th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
- P.O. Box 36265-00200 Nairobi, Kenya
- info@cak.go.ke | complain@cak.go.ke
- +254 20 2628233 |+254 20 2779000