by Victor K | Mar 21, 2024 | Digital Resilience, Freedom of Expression, Highlights
In 2024, at least half the world’s population is expected to go to the polls. 19 African countries are scheduled for elections as part of this historic year. It is worth noting that technology continues to play an increasing role during election periods worldwide, and...
by David Indeje | Feb 8, 2024 | Cyber Security, Digital Economy, Digital Resilience, Highlights, kictanet post
By Linda Gichohi KICTANet participated in the Institute of Economic Affairs’ Open Pre-Budget Hearing on 30th January 2024 to advocate for strategic ICT sector investments in Kenya’s budget for the fiscal year 2024/25. The panellists present included Linda...
by David Indeje | Nov 10, 2023 | Access, Access to information, Digital Economy, Digital Resilience, Highlights
By John Walubengo The failed Huduma Namba project has now been officially replaced by the Maisha Namba project, which seems to be on track and currently being executed under the pilot stage. Those wishing to participate in the pilot stage are advised to download the...
by Nicodemus Nyakundi | Oct 7, 2023 | Accessibility, Cyber Security, Digital Accessibility, Digital Resilience, Highlights, Human Rights, IGF Reports, kictanet, kictanet post
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2023 has arrived, and the air is full of excitement. This annual event celebrates all things related to Internet Governance, digitality, and the limitless possibilities that the Internet offers. This year’s IGF is hosted in Kyoto by...
by David Indeje | Jul 31, 2023 | Cyber Security, Digital Resilience, Highlights, kictanet post, stakeholder engagement
By John Walubengo Last week, Kenya’s cyberspace experienced a cyber attack from a group calling itself ‘Anonymous Sudan’. However, most cybersecurity analysts believe that the group is not actually from Sudan, but rather consists of hired cyber-mercenaries from...
by David Indeje | Jul 27, 2023 | Access to information, Digital Resilience, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multistakeholder platform and think tank based in Nairobi. The network provides mechanisms and a framework for continuing cooperation and collaboration in ICT matters among stakeholders. It also encourages synergies for ICT...