KICTANet Poster for Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV) Tracker
February 3, 2025

Tracking Online Gender-Based Violence in Africa: AI Trolling Dominates Week 1

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Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV) is a growing global crisis, with its prevalence rising sharply across Africa. While much of the reporting and research on OGBV focuses on high-profile individuals such
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The UK Government, in partnership with KICTANet, today handed over 150 computers to Mandera County to enhance digital inclusion and empower local communities. This initiative, under the UK’s Digital Access Programme and the Strengthening Digital Communities Project, aims to bridge the digital divide and contribute to Kenya's vision of a digitally empowered nation.
January 30, 2025

UK Government, KICTANet Empowers Mandera with 150 Computers for Digital Inclusion

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The UK Government, handed over 150 computers to the leadership of Mandera to be distributed throughout the county to help empower the youth, women, persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior
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Kenya's strides in data protection & digital literacy at the 2025 Privacy Day Conference. KICTANet highlights its role in advocating for a human-centered approach.
January 29, 2025

Celebrating Data Privacy: Insights from the Annual Privacy Day Conference 2025

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By Valarie Waswa Each year on January 28th, the world comes together to mark International Privacy Day, and Kenya is no exception. This year’s theme, “Safeguarding Personal Data to Spur
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The UK-Kenya AI partnership focuses on supporting Kenya's AI strategy and fostering global cooperation for responsible and inclusive AI development.
January 29, 2025

Kenya Emerges as a Leader in Responsible AI Development

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Kenya is emerging as a leader in responsible artificial intelligence (AI) development. This vision emphasizes a collaborative, multi-stakeholder approach to harnessing technological potential while addressing potential risks. Its strategic initiatives
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January 28, 2025

Shaping the Future of AI in Kenya

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By, Neema Mujesia On January 28, 2025, we convened a two-day Workshop on the Kenya AI Statement of Principles in Nairobi attended by at least 100 stakeholders drawn from different
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KeNIC increase price of domains in Kenya
January 28, 2025

KeNIC increases domain registration and transfer fees.

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The Kenya Network Information Center (KeNIC) announced a price increase for .KE domains, effective February 3, 2025. This comes at a time when the total number of .KE domain registrations
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Houghton Irungu – Director, Amnesty International, Immaculate Kassait ODPC, KICTANet CEO Dr Grace Githaiga, Sharon Holi – Head of Customer, Privacy Safaricom PLC, Mr John Walubengo, ODPC and Dr. Mugambi Laibuta - Chairperson, Data Governance and Privacy Society of Kenya at the Annual Data Privacy Conference on January 27-28, 2025, in Eldoret, themed: "Safeguarding Personal Data to Spur Digital Transformation & Economic Development." 
January 27, 2025

KICTANet Celebrates Data Privacy Day 2025 : Safeguarding Personal Data to Spur Digital Transformation & Economic Development 

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As we commemorate Data Privacy Day 2025, observed annually on 28th  January, KICTANet reflects  on how protecting personal data is essential for fostering trust in digital systems. By prioritizing privacy,
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Kenyans protest at violence against women dubbed #EndFemicideKE Image- William X- @wokaen
January 23, 2025

Kenya: Urgent Call for Stronger Digital Rights Coalitions

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Dr Grace Githaiga, CEO of KICTANet, emphasizes the urgent need for stronger digital rights coalitions in Kenya, asserting that collective action is crucial for navigating the evolving digital landscape. “The
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KICTANet Secures Two people using a computer and phone with a green scenery.
January 16, 2025

Digital Divide in Kenya: ICT Access and Usage Data Reveals Disparities

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The 2023/24 Kenya Housing Survey reveals significant disparities in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) access across Kenyan counties. Computer Access Computer usage is significantly higher in urban areas (20.9%) compared
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Meta Ditches Fact-Checkers, Prioritizes Free Speech, Sparks Global Debate
January 8, 2025

From Fact-Checking to Community Notes: Analyzing Meta’s New Decision and Its Likely Geopolitical Implications

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By Cherie Oyier Meta’s decision to replace its fact-checking program with a “Community Notes” system has sparked significant debate. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues this shift is a return to foundational
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Kenya Society for the Blind at the Okame Technical and Vocational College in Busia County training basic computer navigation for persons with disabilities under the Digital Access Programme.
December 19, 2024

Towards an Inclusive Digital Future: KSB Empowers Persons with Visual Impairments in Busia

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The Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) is equipping persons with visual impairments with essential computer skills. In Busia County, participants are gaining hands-on experience with keyboards, screen readers, and
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Nic Nyakundi at the IGF 2024 Riyadh in Saudi Arabia
December 18, 2024

Embracing Disability Digital Inclusion: A Collective Journey

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The conversation surrounding disability digital inclusion and accessibility is not just one for those who identify as disabled; it is a call to action for everyone. Whose fight is this,
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