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Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Women with Disabilities in Rural Kenya
Women with disabilities in rural regions face more unique cyber challenges than are described in books and journals. The mention that access to digital devices by persons with disabilities is not a priority is an overstatement. It is far away from a secondary need. This, coupled with the intersection of gender, social stereotypes, poverty and illiteracy, throws off the need for internet connection from their priority needs.
Protect Journalists, Safeguard Democracy, Harness AI Ethically
A call to action to protect journalists and whistleblowers, address digital threats and harness AI responsibly to safeguard media freedom and democratic values.
Kenya Takes a Leap Forward in Ethical AI with UK-Kenya AI Challenge Fund
Kenya is making strides in ethical AI development with the launch of the UK-Kenya AI Challenge Fund. This collaborative initiative aims to strengthen partnerships, promote responsible AI practices, and address pressing societal challenges. By prioritising safety, equity, and inclusion, Kenya seeks to harness the power of AI for the benefit of all.
Civil Society Statement on Kenya’s Telegram Shutdown
As civil society organizations and stakeholders in the Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) sector committed to Digital Rights and Internet Freedom, we are deeply concerned about the Kenyan government's recent decision to block access to the Telegram social...
KICTANet Embarks on Third Strategic Plan
KICTANet has initiated the development of its third strategic plan. This endeavour aims to chart a course for the organisation's future, building upon its past successes and addressing emerging challenges in the digital landscape. The new strategic plan will guide...
Telegram Access Blocked in Kenya
By Jacinta Wothaya Telegram is inaccessible to many internet users across Kenya, reigniting concerns over government-imposed restrictions that have repeatedly disrupted access to crucial digital services. This follows similar incidents in 2023 when Telegram was...
Digital Technology and Us
From the rudimentary smoke signals to the physically delivered message, communication has consistently adapted to meet the changing demands of society.
Cybersecurity Month Celebrations: Bridging the Skills gap in Cybersecurity
Blog by Dr. Grace Githaiga Addressing the cybersecurity skills gap in Africa is a pressing challenge that requires innovative strategies and initiatives to enhance awareness and education in this critical field. As the continent experiences rapid digital...
Enhancing Public Participation : A Review of the Proposed Public Participation Bill 2024
As we reflect on this proposed Public Participation Bill 2024, the real test lies ahead. Will the recommendations made resonate beyond mere formalities, transforming into actionable steps that truly enhance public participation?
KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for ICT policy and regulation. The Think Tank is a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, Research, and Stakeholder Engagement.
KICTANet’s mission is to promote an enabling environment in the ICT sector that is robust, open, accessible, and rights-based through multistakeholder approaches.
During the 2022 – 2024 strategic period, KICTANet has prioritised the promotion of effective multistakeholder participation; an enabling legal, policy and regulatory environment; building capacities and empowered communities; and institutional strengthening. KICTANet’s guiding philosophy encourages synergies in ICT policy-related activities and initiatives. As such, the network provides mechanisms and a framework for continuing cooperation, engagement and collaboration in ICT matters among industry, technical community, academia, media, development partners, civil society and government.
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Strategic Priority.
- Convening power. To strengthen and promote engagement, collaboration and relationships with relevant stakeholders (state, business and non-state actors).
- Promoting an enabling environment. To catalyse policy, legislative and regulatory reforms in the ICT sector.
- Building capacities and empowered communities. To build the capacity of the stakeholders across government, business society and civil society and the citizens.
- Institutional strengthening.
The report outlines the work undertaken in between 2007 and 2016 which is underpinned by crowd sourcing and community engagement
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FACTS AND FIGURES
Achievement of the Network over the Years
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Impressions on ICT policy discussions
Our Pillars
KICTANet’s organisational strategy:
Policy Advocacy
Capacity building
Research
Stakeholder engagement
We facilitate stakeholder engagement through collaborative initiatives in face-to-face Town Hall meetings, and in the KICTANet?s interactive mailing list where multiple stakeholders engage regularly on ICT policy issues.
Featured publications
Featured publications
KICTANet 2022 Annual Report
UNESCO ROAM-X Indicators
Licensing Framework for Community Networks
Kenya Policy Brief on Internet Shutdowns
Kenya IGF Report 2023
KICTANet Quarterly Spotlight Report January - March 2023