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ARTICLE · 21 JUNE 2019

Kenyan Regulator Cracks Whip On Violators Of Competition Laws

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The Competition Authority of Kenya has increased its focus on enforcement against violations of antitrust laws, particularly restrictive trade practices (RTPs), abuse of dominance and cartel behaviour.

KenyaAntitrust/Competition Law
Anne Kiunuhe
Anne Kiunuhe
William Oelofse
William Oelofse

Background

The Competition Authority of Kenya has increased its focus on enforcement against violations of antitrust laws, particularly restrictive trade practices (RTPs), abuse of dominance and cartel behaviour. For example, the Authority has conducted several investigations and dawn raids on undertakings. The consequences for breach are severe and include financial penalties of approximately USD 100,000 or 10 percent of turnover and imprisonment of up to five years.

What are RTPs?

These are agreements, decisions or practices involving entities or trade associations which have as their object or effect, the prevention, distortion or lessening of competition in trade in any goods or services in Kenya.

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