by Neema Mujesia | Feb 12, 2025 | Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet, kictanet post, Privacy
By Neema Mujesia, The Rise of Disinformation and Extremism Disinformation has emerged as a pervasive challenge in today’s digital ecosystem, fueling mistrust, societal polarization, and, in extreme cases, radicalization. According to the upcoming 2024 CHRIPS...
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 David Indeje | Feb 11, 2025 | Access to information, child online protectio, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By Valarie Waswa As we embrace the digital age, the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, offering endless opportunities for learning, connection, and growth. However, with these opportunities come challenges, especially concerning online safety. On...
by David Indeje | Feb 10, 2025 | Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
Since Kenya enacted its Data Protection Act in 2019, strides have been made in safeguarding personal data. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has been instrumental, in imposing penalties on violators and deterring future offenses. However,...
by Neema Mujesia | Feb 6, 2025 | Gender, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
In Kenya, technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) has become a growing concern, particularly with the widespread adoption of digital platforms. Women, girls, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are disproportionately targeted with cyber harassment,...
by David Indeje | Feb 6, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Highlights, kictanet post
By Dr. George Musumba The AI Statement of Principles and Africa AI Convening, held in Nairobi from January 28-29, 2025, marked a significant milestone in Kenya’s pursuit of AI leadership. Bringing together over 120 participants from government, academia, the...
