Starting a Communication or televommunication business in Kenya starts with Obtaining a license from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). Here is a guide through the types of licenses and general steps involved in the CA license application process in Kenya
Application and processing for a CA License in Kenya.
CAK License processing.
Requirements for CAK License in Kenya.
The requirements for a CAK licenses vary with the specific type of License. Here is a general list of Requirements.
- Cover letter to the Director Licensing, compliance and standards on the company letterhead highlighting your intentions.
- Copy of certificate of registration.
- Copy of Memorandums of a company or constitution or other bodied document of the applicant organization.
- If a limited company – a current CR12. (List of directors) NB, Foreign owned companies must have a minimum of 30% Kenyan shareholding.
- Company or Business PIN certificate and Tax compliance.
- Registered office of the company. Details of physical office. – Name of Building, name of road, general location, town, county.
- Copies of ID of the proprietor/s , directors or officials. (Passport copies in case of Foreign directors)
- Contact information of the company. – Postal address, email address telephone number.
- Contact information of the directors, officials. – Postal addresses, email address, telephone numbers.
- A Business plan of the company or Business. The Business plan should highlight the Service network, market to be services, business expansion proposals for at least 3 years and a general guideline of the Business.
- The application form.
Types of CAK Licenses in Kenya
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) issues various licenses to regulate the communications sector, from broadcasting to telecommunications. Below are the main types of licenses provided by the CAK
- Broadcasting License: For radio and television broadcasters operating within Kenya.
- Equipment Type Approval License: Required for importing and selling communication equipment that meets CAK standards.
- Content Service Provider License: For companies and individuals providing digital content and media services.
- Telecommunication License: Needed for businesses involved in telecommunications services, including ISPs and mobile networks.
- Frequency Spectrum License: Grants access to specific frequency bands for broadcasting and telecommunications.
- Courier and Postal License: For operators providing courier and postal services across Kenya.