by David Indeje | Sep 18, 2024 | Access, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By Valarie Waswa As the world commemorated International ID Day on September 16th, 2024, Amnesty International launched a report titled “Ready or Not.” Based on a study conducted in nine counties across Kenya, the report raises vital questions about the...
by David Indeje | Sep 17, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Highlights, IGF Reports, kictanet post
By Raylenne Kambua The legacy media in East Africa is confronting a crisis that puts its existence at risk in today’s fast-changing digital era. With audiences increasingly gravitating towards digital platforms that are more accessible, more participatory, and...
by David Indeje | Sep 15, 2024 | Access, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
By Valarie Waswa The Kenyan government’s Maisha Namba project, aimed at modernizing the country’s identification system, has been met with both anticipation and scepticism. While the project holds the promise of improving access to services and...
by David Indeje | Sep 12, 2024 | Gender, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post, Privacy
By Valarie Waswa On September 4, 2024, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) hosted a virtual talk on “Tech for Good: Feminist AI.” This event was aligned with the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD30) Global Dialogue on...
by David Indeje | Sep 12, 2024 | Access, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
East African states should invest in building and upgrading digital infrastructure to create a thriving digital future that benefits all its citizens. Investments should be prioritized in broadband networks and data centres to ensure access and connectivity. This call...
