September 30, 2024
Reflections from the Summit of the Future and the Global Digital Compact.
Attending the Global Digital Compact (GDC) provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with global leaders and stakeholders at the Summit of the Future at the United Nations Headquarters in New Highlights, kictanet post
September 25, 2024
A Look at East Africa’s Internet Governance Landscape: A Call for Renewable Energy in Burundi
By Winnie Kamau During the 11th East Africa Internet Governance Forum in Kampala, representatives from six countries presented their Internet Governance reports. These reports provided insights into the current state Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post
September 24, 2024
Understanding Digital Taxation in Kenya: A Pathway to Fair and Inclusive Policy Reforms
The digital economy in Kenya is rapidly evolving, prompting the government to introduce various taxation measures to ensure fair revenue collection from digital activities. This shift aims to address the Digital Economy, Human Rights, kictanet post
September 24, 2024
Bridging the Digital Divide: Collaborative Efforts for an Inclusive Tech Future in Africa
On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly’s High-Level Week, an exclusive event titled “Closing Digital Divides – The Road to an Inclusive & Rights-Respecting Digital Future” was held at Highlights, kictanet post, stakeholder engagement
September 23, 2024
ICT Sector Working Group Report Launched- Part II
By John Walubengo Innovation and Enterprise Development: Time to Level Up Kenya has long been dubbed the Silicon Savannah, but we’re only scratching the surface of our potential. The SWG’s Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
September 23, 2024
UK Invests Ksh390 Million to Bridge Digital Divide in Busia and Mandera
The British High Commission has announced a Ksh390 for the ‘Strengthening Digital Communities’ project. The project aims to bridge the digital divide in Busia and Mandera Counties by enhancing access Access to information, Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
September 22, 2024
Building a Digitally Inclusive Future: Key Takeaways from the EAIGF 2024
By Mary Agolla The 11th East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF) at Kampala Serena, Uganda, was not just insightful but served as a powerful reminder of the critical role digital Access to information, Highlights, kictanet post
September 22, 2024
Inclusive AI Governance: Enhancing Human Rights and Ethical Development in East Africa
By Valarie Waswa On Day 2 of the East African Internet Governance Forum 2024, a key breakout panel discussion titled “Inclusive AI Governance: Enhancing Human Rights and Ethical Development in Access, Highlights, kictanet post
September 22, 2024
ICT Sector Working Group Report: A Blueprint for Kenya’s Digital Future
By John Walubengo The recently launched ICT Sector Working Group (SWG) report presents a comprehensive blueprint for Kenya’s digital transformation. It outlines essential recommendations to position the country as a Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet post
September 21, 2024
Greening the Internet for East Africa’s Sustainable Digital Future
The internet has become indispensable to modern life, fuelling global connectivity and innovation. However, the environmental impact of the digital infrastructure is significant, contributing to climate change through rising energy Accessibility, Highlights
September 18, 2024
EAIGF 2024: Empowering Youth for a People-Centred Digital Future in East Africa
By Raylenne Kambua The youth session at the East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF) 2024, dubbed “Empowering the Youth in POLICY Making for a People-Centred Digital Future,” was a vibrant Access, Highlights, kictanet post
September 18, 2024
EAIGF 2024: Insights from a Data Analyst’s Perspective
By Sinclair Nyaruoth As a Kenyan female data analyst, my experience attending the East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF) 2024 was both insightful and motivating. The forum’s theme, “Building Our Access, Highlights, kictanet post