DMCA

DMCA & Copyright Policy

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

NewsPortal (newsportal.co.ke) respects the intellectual property rights of content creators, journalists, and visual artists. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and local copyright protection laws in Kenya, we maintain a strict “Safe Harbor” framework to resolve any infringement claims efficiently.

If you believe that your copyrighted material (including text structures, local photography, or custom design graphics) has been uploaded or indexed on NewsPortal without proper authorization, you or your designated agent may submit an official Takedown Notice to our compliance officer.

How to File an Infringement Notice

To expedite your request, your written notification must include the following structural details:

1. Identification of the Work: Clear identification of the copyrighted material or visual asset claimed to have been infringed.
2. Location of Infringement: The exact URL links or page paths on newsportal.co.ke where the disputed material is actively hosted.
3. Contact Information: Your full name, mailing address, operational phone number, and official email address.
4. Statement of Good Faith: A formal statement certifying that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
5. Statement of Accuracy: A statement confirming that the information provided in your notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are the legitimate copyright holder or are legally authorized to act on behalf of the owner.
6. Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative.

Please forward your completed notice directly to our designated copyright desk:

📧 Email: newsplug8@gmail.com