by David Indeje | Jan 16, 2025 | Access, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
The 2023/24 Kenya Housing Survey reveals significant disparities in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) access across Kenyan counties. Computer Access Computer usage is significantly higher in urban areas (20.9%) compared to rural areas (7.3%),...
by David Indeje | Jan 8, 2025 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, kictanet post
By Cherie Oyier Meta’s decision to replace its fact-checking program with a “Community Notes” system has sparked significant debate. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues this shift is a return to foundational principles of free speech, stating that...
by David Indeje | Dec 19, 2024 | Digital Accessibility, Highlights, kictanet post
The Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) is equipping persons with visual impairments with essential computer skills. In Busia County, participants are gaining hands-on experience with keyboards, screen readers, and other assistive technologies, boosting their confidence...
by David Indeje | Dec 4, 2024 | child online protection, Gender, Highlights
By Valarie Waswa On November 25, 2024, KICTANet’s Legal Fellow and Gender Digital Rights Advocate, Valarie Waswa, participated in a panel discussion hosted by the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) to address the pressing issue of Technology-Facilitated...
by David Indeje | Dec 3, 2024 | Accessibility, Highlights, kictanet post
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities underscores the importance of promoting the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. This year’s theme of “amplifying the leadership of people with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future,”...
