by David Indeje | May 31, 2024 | Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post
By Namarome Cecile Walubengo The fight against climate change requires not only scientific understanding but also clear, accessible communication. This urgency was echoed at the World Press Freedom Day 2024 held in Nairobi on May 2nd, 2024. The theme, “A press...
by KICTANet Admin | May 30, 2024 | Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post
By Dr Grace Githaiga The Einstein Forum in partnership with the WSIS+20 FORUM organised the Einstein Roundtable High-end Thinker Roundtable in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 29th, 2024. The discussion topic was “Digital Trust in the Intelligent World.” Speakers were...
by David Indeje | May 29, 2024 | Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
In an increasingly digitized world, the taxation landscape is undergoing significant transformation. The digitization of Kenya’s economy has introduced digital taxation through the Finance Act 2020, with a tax rate of 1.5% on the gross transaction value. In the...
by David Indeje | May 27, 2024 | Accessibility, Highlights, kictanet post
“To speak around digital inclusion,” as some experts say, “requires a deliberate mind shift.” Today, Kenya is demonstrating this very shift with its commitment to creating a more inclusive digital society, particularly for people with...
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 Neema Mujesia | May 21, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Digital rights are not exclusive to the Western world; they are a global issue. Many African leaders mistakenly perceive digital rights as a Westernized concept, causing significant repression and the dismissal of crucial digital rights issues. This...
