by David Indeje | Jul 18, 2024 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, kictanet post
By John Walubengo It started as a protest against the punitive Kenya Finance Bill of 2024, but it has evolved and continues to evolve into something yet to be defined. What exactly does the youthful generation want? The hashtags read #RutoMustGo but everyone knows...
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 David Indeje | Jun 26, 2024 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
26 June 2024. Statement on the Nationwide Internet Disruption in Kenya. We strongly condemn the government’s disruption of the internet in Kenya, which began on June 25, 2024, at approximately 4:25 p.m. The disruption is still ongoing, and service providers or...
by Mwendwa Kivuva | Jun 24, 2024 | Access to information, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
JOINT PRESS STATEMENT BY KICTANet, PARADIGM INITIATIVE, CIPESA, APC, AND INTERNET SOCIETY KENYA CHAPTER #KeepItOn – Preserving Digital Rights and Economic Prosperity: A Call Against Internet Shutdowns in Kenya during #RejectTheFinanceBill2024 picketing. Nairobi,...
by David Indeje | May 22, 2024 | Digital Resilience, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, kictanet post
Digital rights are under threat in Africa due to a combination of historical, social, economic, and political factors. Activists are fighting for reforms to ensure free speech and access to information online. This was a clarion call at a panel discussion on...
by David Indeje | May 13, 2024 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, kictanet post
By John Walubengo In the digital age, social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok are not just tools for communication; they have become pivotal arenas for social interaction, information dissemination, and digital marketing. At the core of...
