by David Indeje | Feb 10, 2025 | Highlights, kictanet post, Privacy
Since Kenya enacted its Data Protection Act in 2019, strides have been made in safeguarding personal data. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has been instrumental, in imposing penalties on violators and deterring future offenses. However,...
by Neema Mujesia | Oct 1, 2024 | Gender, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
By Cherie Oyier The internet plays a crucial role in enabling citizens to exercise their rights and freedoms, as well as improve their socioeconomic standing. However, data from 2023’s “Unmasking The Trolls: Research on Online Gender-Based Violence in...
by David Indeje | Jul 1, 2024 | Cyber Security, Highlights, kictanet post
KICTANet with support from the Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation (SAIDC) convened a thought leadership roundtable discussion on 26 June 2024, dubbed “Policy Dialogue on Cybersecurity and Data Protection in Kenya.” Dr Grace Githaiga,...
by Neema Mujesia | Apr 29, 2024 | Highlights, kictanet post, stakeholder engagement
As Kenya’s Data Protection Act (2019) approaches its fifth anniversary, KICTANet would like your insights to assess its effectiveness and guide future advancements. Join the online discussion on the KICTANet mailing list from April 29–May 3, 2024, to contribute...
by David Indeje | Feb 5, 2024 | Digital Economy, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By John Walubengo The 2019 KE Blockchain and AI report had digital ID as one of its key recommendations. Having a unique digital ID per citizen or resident is an important clog in the digital economy ecosystem. It increases trust online and improves service delivery,...
