by David Indeje | Jul 23, 2024 | Access to information, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post, Privacy
By John Walubengo So, the ongoing agitation from the youth for good governance that has manifested itself in street protests across the country has not been without some data privacy controversy. As one of the weapons for ‘naming and shaming’, the youth have...
by David Indeje | Jul 16, 2024 | Access to information, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By John Walubengo Is Gen Z’s movement leaderless like the internet or blockchain? We explore decentralized systems and how they function without a central authority, raising questions about the structure of the Gen Z movement. We are now several weeks into the...
by Neema Mujesia | Jul 11, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
The wave of protests led by Gen Z in Kenya has underscored the significant role of modern ICT and social media. These protests not only had a local impact but also drew global attention. The push for government accountability is primarily driven by Gen Zs and...
by Neema Mujesia | Jul 1, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet post
Kenya’s current protests against the Finance Bill 2024 highlight the crucial role Social Justice Organisations (SJOs) play in holding governments accountable. But exercising this right often comes with risk, especially in the digital age. The Tatua Digital Resilience...
by Mwendwa Kivuva | Jun 26, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post
JOINT PRESS STATEMENT BY KICTANet, PARADIGM INITIATIVE, CIPESA, AIRA, AND INTERNET SOCIETY KENYA CHAPTER Nairobi, Wednesday, June 26th, 2024. We, the undersigned, express deep concerns about the Internet shutdown in Kenya. Despite assurances on Monday, June 24th, from...
by David Indeje | Jun 25, 2024 | Access to information, Cyber Security, Cyber-bullying, Highlights, kictanet post
The Kenyan protests against the Finance Bill, 2024 have been primarily driven by concerns over the rising cost of living and the perceived impact of new taxes proposed in the bill. The protests which have largely been organized through digital platforms like TikTok,...
