The Strengthening Digital Communities project in Mandera is enhancing digital literacy, empowering residents with skills for economic growth & improved access to services.
March 20, 2025

How SDC Project is Bridging the Digital Divide in Mandera

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The “Strengthening Digital Communities” (SDC) project in Mandera County is a focused effort to bridge the digital divide and empower residents through enhanced digital literacy and access. Led by KICTANet,
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Building Capacity Against TFGBV: KICTANet, with support from the British High Commission in Kenya, is training women, girls, police, and mental health professionals in Mandera to effectively respond to technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
March 17, 2025

Mandera to Busia: Addressing TFGBV and Mental Health in Digital Spaces

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By Cherie Oyier It has been a busy but fulfilling two weeks for me tembearing Kenya from Mandera to Busia with one mission; to spread awareness on safe tech use
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Reclaiming Kenyan Languages: Lexicons Against Online Harassment.
March 14, 2025

Kenya’s Dynamic Linguistic Tapestry: Local Languages as Drivers of TFBGV  

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By Cherie Oyier It is a cold morning on the 17th February, 2025 and as I hurry through security checks at the UN Headquarters in Geneva, every security guard I
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Validation of DKS 3007 Code of Practice for Artificial Intelligence
March 10, 2025

Strengthening Kenya’s AI Ecosystem: Validation of DKS 3007 Code of Practice for Artificial Intelligence

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By Dr. George Musumba As AI technology continues to rapidly transform sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and governance, it becomes imperative for nations to build ethical frameworks that guide
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Busia County and KICTANet celebrate IWD 2025, emphasizing digital rights, combating online violence, and bridging the gender divide. Learn about initiatives.
March 8, 2025

Women’s Rights: Busia Celebrates IWD, Accelerates Action

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Busia County joined hands with KICTANet to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, marking 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, under the theme “Accelerate Action.” The event focused on addressing
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International women's day poster with ligt pink and deep pink flowers on a white circle
March 7, 2025

Celebrating Progress, Amplifying Digital Access for Women and Girls in Kenya

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On 8th March 2025, KICTANet joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day under the theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” In Kenya, where internet connectivity continues
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A delegation from the British High Commission (BHC) and KICTANET conducted a courtesy call to the Deputy Governor of Busia County to provide an update on the progress and impact of their community digital training project.
March 7, 2025

BHC & KICTANet Brief Busia Deputy Governor on Strengthening Digital Communities Program Progress

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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
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Kenya School of Internet Governance
March 5, 2025

Apply Now: 10th Kenya School of Internet Governance

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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
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Nicholas Kisambu Plusfarm beneficiary in Budalangi under the Strenghtening Digital Communities Project..
March 4, 2025

From Farm to Market: How Technology is Improving Livelihoods in Busia

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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.
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Busia County Governor Dr. Paul Nyongesa Otuoma and UK-AID's Mr Charles Juma (UK-Digital Access Program Country Lead and Advisor)  shake hands during a courtesy visit to the Governors' office to report on the impact of the Strengthening Digital Communities project in the county.
March 3, 2025

UK Digital Skills Empower Busia, Transform Lives, Economy

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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
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Ms Cherie Oyier Programs Officer-Women’s Digital Rights, KICTANet, Ms Mariam Jamal a Law and Public Policy professional and Ms Rosemary Kimwatu head of data protection at Kenya Commercial Bank Group, and Edrine Wanyama, an Advocate of the Courts of Judicature of the Republic of Uganda.
February 27, 2025

Harmonizing Data Governance in Africa: Key to Regional Integration

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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
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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja
February 26, 2025

Critical Infrastructure Under Siege – Nairobi’s Governance Failure

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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
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