We are proud to announce a groundbreaking milestone for ALN Kenya, as we become the first law firm in Africa to achieve the prestigious ISO 27001 (Information Security Management) and ISO 27701 (Privacy Information Management) certifications. This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client trust.
ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications represent the global gold standard in managing and safeguarding information security and privacy. Attaining these certifications affirms ALN Kenya’s dedication to adopting cutting-edge practices that prioritise data security, regulatory compliance, and client confidentiality in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Karim Anjarwalla, Senior Partner at ALN Kenya, shares his excitement: “For us, these certifications are first and foremost about our clients. They can be confident that their data is protected by systems benchmarked against the highest global standards, reinforcing the trust they place in ALN Kenya every day. At the same time, this achievement underscores our commitment to lead the African legal sector into a future where trust, security, and excellence go hand in hand.”
Rosa Nduati-Mutero, Managing Partner, shares her excitement: “This is a defining moment not just for ALN Kenya but also for the African legal sector. Achieving ISO certification positions us at the forefront of global standards in information security and privacy, reinforcing our position as a trusted advisor to our clients and partners. It’s a testament to the hard work and vision of our team.”
Dominic Rebelo, Partner, emphasises the significance of this milestone: “At ALN Kenya, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. With these certifications, we continue to ensure that their data and privacy are managed with the utmost care and integrity. This milestone reflects our firm’s steadfast commitment to delivering unmatched service excellence.”
Sonal Tejpar, Partner, reinforces the importance of these certifications: Strong data protection practices are essential to modern professional services. These certifications reaffirm our leadership in embedding privacy and security at the heart of how we advise, operate, and serve our clients.”
These certifications assure our clients that their data is managed with the utmost care and in compliance with international standards. It reinforces ALN Kenya’s promise to protect its information and maintain its trust. Clients can be confident that the firm has robust systems to mitigate risks and respond effectively to security or privacy incidents.
Anne Kiunuhe, Partner, highlights the strategic importance of the achievement: “In an increasingly interconnected world, robust information security and privacy practices are not optional; they are essential. These certifications demonstrate our proactive approach to safeguarding our clients’ interests while remaining ahead of industry trends.”
Sammy Mate, Head of Innovation and Technology, speaks about the firm’s forward-thinking approach: “These certifications are a critical strategic investment because they demonstrate to clients, regulators, and partners that our information security and privacy practices meet globally recognised standards. Together, they reduce risk, strengthen resilience against cyber incidents, and align ALN Kenya with evolving regulations such as GDPR and Kenya’s Data Protection Act. Beyond compliance, certification embeds a culture of accountability across the organisation, ensuring security and privacy are not just IT concerns but enterprise-wide priorities.”
Carlotta Dal Lago, Head of Business Development, Marketing & Communications, reflects on the achievement from a client-relations perspective: “Trust is the cornerstone of every client relationship. Achieving ISO certification not only reinforces that trust but also demonstrates our commitment to the highest standards of quality, security, and confidentiality. It assures our clients and partners that we operate with the same level of rigour and accountability they expect from a world-class institution. With ISO, we are strengthening our position as a trusted advisor and business partner.”
Kiprono Rugut, Manager at ALN Kenya, speaks on the operational value of the certifications:
“This achievement validates the systems and controls we have put in place across the firm. It shows that our internal processes are efficient and globally benchmarked, ensuring that our clients consistently experience quality and reliability.”
As we celebrate this historic achievement, ALN Kenya remains committed to advancing the African legal industry by setting new benchmarks for quality, security, and innovation. This milestone is a reflection of our excellence as well as our ongoing commitment to serving our clients with the highest global standards.