Kenya’s New Crypto Rules Are Here: You Have Until April 10 to Speak Up
Kenya is taking another major step toward regulating cryptocurrency.
The National Treasury has officially released the Draft Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations, 2026, and is now inviting the public to give feedback before the rules are finalized.
This marks a critical moment for crypto users, traders, startups, and investors across the country.
If you are involved in crypto in any way, this directly affects you.
Public Given Until April 10 to Submit Views
According to the public notice, Kenyans have until April 10, 2026 to submit:
- Comments
- Proposals
- Concerns
- Recommendations
Submissions can be sent via email or delivered physically to the National Treasury.
This is part of the government’s effort to ensure public participation before full implementation of the law.
Nationwide Public Participation Forums Begin
In addition to written submissions, the government has organized physical public participation forums across the country.
These sessions are already underway and continue through early April, covering multiple regions.
Key locations include:
- Mombasa
- Kisii
- Kisumu
- Makueni
- Kirinyaga
- Kakamega
- Garissa
- Kitale
- Meru
- Nakuru
- Nairobi (final session on April 10)
All sessions run from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
This means people can physically attend and directly influence crypto regulation in Kenya.
What These Regulations Are About
The draft regulations are meant to operationalize the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025.
They will define:
- How crypto companies are licensed
- How exchanges operate in Kenya
- Rules for crypto trading and custody
- Compliance requirements like KYC and AML
- Consumer protection measures
This is where the real details of how crypto will function in Kenya are decided.
Why This Matters for Crypto Users
This is not just a government formality.
The feedback collected now could shape:
- Whether P2P trading becomes stricter or remains flexible
- How exchanges like Binance operate locally
- Whether startups can easily launch crypto products
- How taxes and reporting may work in future
For everyday users, this could affect:
- Access to crypto platforms
- Transaction limits
- Privacy requirements
- Fees and compliance processes
What You Should Do
If you are:
- A crypto trader
- A developer or startup founder
- A Web3 builder
- Or simply a crypto user
This is your chance to influence the rules.
You can:
- Attend a public participation forum near you
- Submit written feedback before April 10
- Review the draft regulations online
FAQ
What are VASP regulations?
These are rules that govern businesses offering crypto services like exchanges, wallets, and trading platforms.
Do these rules affect individuals?
Yes. Even if you are just trading, the platforms you use will be affected, which impacts you directly.
Is crypto now legal in Kenya?
Yes, it is being formally regulated under the VASP Act and upcoming regulations.
Can I still use P2P trading?
Most likely yes, but it may come with stricter compliance requirements.
