by Neema Mujesia | Aug 22, 2024 | Access, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet, kictanet post
We, the undersigned organizations and members of the #KeepItOn coalition, demand that the Nicolás Maduro regime stop imposing internet shutdowns and blocking essential communications platforms in Venezuela. In response to post-election protests in Venezuela, the...
by Neema Mujesia | Jul 1, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet post
Kenya’s current protests against the Finance Bill 2024 highlight the crucial role Social Justice Organisations (SJOs) play in holding governments accountable. But exercising this right often comes with risk, especially in the digital age. The Tatua Digital Resilience...
by Nicodemus Nyakundi | Jun 4, 2024 | Accessibility, Digital Accessibility, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
The World Assistive Technology Day reminds me of a heated debate we had Last week with the deaf community. This was during one of the sessions of the weeklong training workshop organised by KICTANet in collaboration with the Communications Authority (CA). The theme...
by Neema Mujesia | May 21, 2024 | Access, Access to information, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Digital rights are not exclusive to the Western world; they are a global issue. Many African leaders mistakenly perceive digital rights as a Westernized concept, causing significant repression and the dismissal of crucial digital rights issues. This...
by Florence Awino | May 1, 2024 | Accessibility, Community Networks, Highlights
Community networks and other community-led initiatives across Africa are playing an important role in connecting underserved rural communities to the Internet. However, as highlighted in a recent panel discussion hosted by KICTANet, they still face many challenges...
