Catherine Kamau is a Partner and Head of Data Protection, Technology and Corporate Governance at Ashitiva Advocates LLP. She advises multinational corporations, technology companies, financial institutions, startups, government institutions and development organisations on data protection and privacy, technology regulation, corporate governance and commercial transactions. Her practice focuses on the legal and regulatory frameworks governing digital innovation, financial technology, telecommunications, intellectual property and emerging business models, with particular expertise in regulatory compliance, licensing, legal risk management and commercial structuring. Catherine has advised on technology-driven transactions and regulatory matters involving digital credit platforms, mobile financial services, telecommunications infrastructure, broadcasting, health technology and data governance. Her experience includes advising on the development of digital lending solutions, mobile virtual network operator licensing, telecommunications regulatory approvals, data protection compliance and technology-related investments and acquisitions. She also advises businesses on corporate restructuring, contractual arrangements, regulatory due diligence and the protection and commercialisation of intellectual property, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements while supporting innovation and commercial growth. Beyond her technology and commercial practice, Catherine has substantial experience in public policy development, legislative drafting and institutional regulatory reform. She has advised county governments and public institutions on legislation, policies and regulatory frameworks covering climate change, energy, local content, social protection, healthcare technology, education and public sector governance. Her work includes contributing to the development of the Turkana County Climate Change Act, 2021, and drafting pioneering telemedicine regulations for Nairobi County. Catherine is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a member of the Law Society of Kenya’s Commercial Practice Committee.