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Poster titled call for workshop proposals for the Africa Tech Policy Summit Week
March 26, 2025

Call for Workshop Proposals: Africa Tech Policy Summit 2025

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The Africa Tech Policy Summit (AfTPS) 2025 is set to take place from May 12-16 in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together policymakers, private sector leaders, academia, civil society, and tech innovators.
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Disinformation media and abstract screen. Fly between glitch and noise text concept of fake news, hoax, false information and propaganda 3d illustration. Credit: Alicja Nowakowska
March 25, 2025

Kenya’s Misinformation Code: Balancing Rights and Regulation

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By Valarie Waswa On March 12, 2025, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) held a consultation regarding the Draft Code of Practice on Misinformation, Disinformation, and Hate Speech in
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Celebrating the next generation of agripreneurs, 15 talented youths from Busia County just won big at a pitch event after completing Plusfarm's digital skills training. Their innovative ideas are set to transform agriculture in the region.
March 24, 2025

Plusfarm Initiative Boosts Agriculture with Digital Skills in Busia

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A cohort of 15 young agripreneurs in Busia County emerged as winners following a digital skills training program and a highly competitive pitch event, organized by Plusfarm. The “Agripreneurship in
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Courtesy call to the Governor of Mandera County Office
March 22, 2025

KICTANet Visits Mandera: Digital Empowerment Gains Noted

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KICTANet, with support from the UK Government’s Digital Access Programme through the British High Commission in Nairobi, conducted courtesy visits to the Mandera County Commissioner and the Governor’s Office. These
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The Strengthening Digital Communities project in Mandera is enhancing digital literacy, empowering residents with skills for economic growth & improved access to services.
March 20, 2025

How SDC Project is Bridging the Digital Divide in Mandera

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The “Strengthening Digital Communities” (SDC) project in Mandera County is a focused effort to bridge the digital divide and empower residents through enhanced digital literacy and access. Led by KICTANet,
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Building Capacity Against TFGBV: KICTANet, with support from the British High Commission in Kenya, is training women, girls, police, and mental health professionals in Mandera to effectively respond to technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
March 17, 2025

Mandera to Busia: Addressing TFGBV and Mental Health in Digital Spaces

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By Cherie Oyier It has been a busy but fulfilling two weeks for me tembearing Kenya from Mandera to Busia with one mission; to spread awareness on safe tech use
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Reclaiming Kenyan Languages: Lexicons Against Online Harassment.
March 14, 2025

Kenya’s Dynamic Linguistic Tapestry: Local Languages as Drivers of TFBGV  

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By Cherie Oyier It is a cold morning on the 17th February, 2025 and as I hurry through security checks at the UN Headquarters in Geneva, every security guard I
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Validation of DKS 3007 Code of Practice for Artificial Intelligence
March 10, 2025

Strengthening Kenya’s AI Ecosystem: Validation of DKS 3007 Code of Practice for Artificial Intelligence

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By Dr. George Musumba As AI technology continues to rapidly transform sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and governance, it becomes imperative for nations to build ethical frameworks that guide
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Busia County and KICTANet celebrate IWD 2025, emphasizing digital rights, combating online violence, and bridging the gender divide. Learn about initiatives.
March 8, 2025

Women’s Rights: Busia Celebrates IWD, Accelerates Action

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Busia County joined hands with KICTANet to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, marking 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, under the theme “Accelerate Action.” The event focused on addressing
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International women's day poster with ligt pink and deep pink flowers on a white circle
March 7, 2025

Celebrating Progress, Amplifying Digital Access for Women and Girls in Kenya

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On 8th March 2025, KICTANet joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day under the theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” In Kenya, where internet connectivity continues
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A delegation from the British High Commission (BHC) and KICTANET conducted a courtesy call to the Deputy Governor of Busia County to provide an update on the progress and impact of their community digital training project.
March 7, 2025

BHC & KICTANet Brief Busia Deputy Governor on Strengthening Digital Communities Program Progress

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A delegation from the British High Commission (BHC) and KICTANet presented an update on the “Strengthening Digital Communities” program to Mr. Arthur Odera, Deputy Governor of Busia County, who also
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Kenya School of Internet Governance
March 5, 2025

Apply Now: 10th Kenya School of Internet Governance

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KICTANet is accepting applications for the 10th Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSIG). KeSIG precedes the Kenya Internet Governance Forum, providing foundational training in internet policy to beginners. This aims
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