by Nicodemus Nyakundi | Feb 12, 2025 | child online protection, Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet post, stakeholder engagement
Internet safety has been one of the cornerstones of KICTANet’s work of advocating for a productive and inclusive digital space. It promotes digital equality and ensures the active participation of digitally marginalised groups, particularly those most vulnerable...
by Neema Mujesia | Jan 10, 2025 | Access to information, Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
By Cherie Oyier The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has issued a notice requiring all health institutions to obtain certification as data handler/ processors. The new health institutions will be required to include a valid certificate of...
by Nicodemus Nyakundi | Nov 17, 2024 | Accessibility, Cyber Security, Digital Accessibility, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics’ Analytical Report on Disability, only 9.8% of women with disabilities in Kenya have access to the internet, which is a disappointingly low figure. This percentage is even lower in rural areas, where internet...
by Neema Mujesia | Oct 31, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Blog by Dr. Grace Githaiga Addressing the cybersecurity skills gap in Africa is a pressing challenge that requires innovative strategies and initiatives to enhance awareness and education in this critical field. As the continent experiences rapid digital...
by David Indeje | Oct 4, 2024 | Cyber Security, Digital Resilience, Highlights, kictanet post
By Jacinta Wothaya This October, learn about the importance of cybersecurity and discover simple steps to protect yourself from data threats and cybercrime. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld. This October marks 21 years since the...
by David Indeje | Sep 30, 2024 | Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet post
By Valarie Waswa The East Africa Internet Governance Forum 2024 convened experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: cybersecurity and data governance. I attended a session titled “Strengthening Cybersecurity and...
