Catalysing ICT reforms
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KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. It was was formed as part of a World Summit of Information Society (WSIS) project under catalyzing Access to ICTs in Africa (CATIA) initiative in 2003. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development.
KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. It was was formed as part of a World Summit of Information Society (WSIS) project under catalyzing Access to ICTs in Africa (CATIA) initiative in 2003. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development.
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Objectives of the Network are:
- To improve the effectiveness of ICT policy and regulatory processes by expanding support for ICT initiatives, providing support for member’s actions and audience for member’s ideas.
- Facilitate effective dissemination channels regarding ICT policy and regulatory processes to keep everyone updated on what is going on in the sector
- Provide access to varied and multiple resources/skills
- Link organisations and networks working at the community level to those specialised and working in the broader political space
The report outlines the work undertaken in 2016 which is underpinned by crowd sourcing and community engagement.
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Our Pillars
KICTANet’s organisational strategy that guides its operations
Policy Advocacy
We bring stakeholders together to discuss on the best policy alternatives and also monitor the progress of policy development processes.
Capacity building
To ensure continuity and diversity in the policy development, we bring in new voices in the different stakeholder backgrounds through training and events.
Research
Our policy advocacy and capacity building are supported by evidence based research through an established working group on both current and emerging issues.
Stakeholder engagement
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Featured publications
Reports, Manuals etc
Featured publications
Reports, Manuals etc
About KICTANet
KICTANet Annual Report 2016
KICTANet Organisational Structure 2007
KICTANet Institutional Assessment Draft Report October 2007
First 100 Days Consolidated Categorized Feedback
Kenya Policy Brief on Internet Shutdowns
KICTANet strategic evaluation
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