March 7, 2025
BHC & KICTANet Brief Busia Deputy Governor on Strengthening Digital Communities Program Progress
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 Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
March 5, 2025
Apply Now: 10th Kenya School of Internet Governance
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 Highlights, KeSIG, kictanet post
March 4, 2025
From Farm to Market: How Technology is Improving Livelihoods in Busia
Technology has the power to enhance livelihoods across the globe. In Kenya, initiatives like the “Strengthening Digital Communities” project have shown remarkable success in empowering local agripreneurs through digital skills. Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
March 3, 2025
UK Digital Skills Empower Busia, Transform Lives, Economy
The UK-funded initiative, the UK Digital Access Programme (DAP) is making strides in bridging the digital divide in Busia County, empowering marginalised communities with essential digital literacy and skills. The Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
February 27, 2025
Harmonizing Data Governance in Africa: Key to Regional Integration
Greater regional cooperation and a renewed commitment to establishing robust data governance frameworks that support sustainable development and protect digital rights across the East African Community are needed. This was Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
February 26, 2025
Critical Infrastructure Under Siege – Nairobi’s Governance Failure
The dispute between Nairobi City County (NCCG) and utility company Kenya Power is a stark illustration of the fragility of critical infrastructure in Kenya, laid bare by governance failures and Accessibility, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
February 26, 2025
OGBV Mapping in Africa: Data-Driven Insights and Solutions by KICTANet
Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV) is a growing crisis in Africa, with a significant percentage of women and marginalized groups experiencing harassment, cyberstalking, and other forms of digital abuse. According to Gender
February 18, 2025
UK-Kenya AI Challenge Fund: Scaling for Impact
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) convened a meeting on Tuesday to review the UK-Kenya AI Challenge Fund, launched in November 2024. This initiative, part of the UK Digital Artificial Intelligence, Highlights, kictanet post
February 17, 2025
Road to The Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2025: Call for Topics
The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) is an annual multistakeholder platform that brings together diverse groups to discuss ICT and Internet policy issues. While the forum generates soft policy outcomes, Highlights, KIGF 2025
February 17, 2025
KICTANet Advocates for Digital Rights at UN UPR Pre-Session in Geneva
By Cherie Oyier KICTANet will be participating in the 49th Pre-Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in Geneva, Switzerland between the 18th and 21st of February, 2025. Kenya’s human Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
February 14, 2025
Cyberbullying and Online Safety: KICTANet on NTV’s Fixing the Nation
In today’s digital age, online spaces have become a new frontier for gender-based violence. Cyberbullying and Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) are increasingly prevalent, posing significant threats, particularly to women and Gender, Highlights, kictanet post
February 13, 2025
World Radio Day: Bridging Digital Policy and Climate Justice
World Radio Day 2025, themed “Radio and Climate Change,” presents a crucial opportunity for reflection. KICTANet recognises the role of radio in disseminating information and fostering public dialogue on this Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post