KICTANet's Innovative Initiatives: Surprising Developments in Kenya's Digital!
Welcome to the February 2024 edition of the KICTANET newsletter! This month, we explore the balance between security and privacy in accommodation establishments, discuss Kenya's digital evolution, and highlight our efforts in promoting internet freedom and cybersecurity awareness. Join us as we delve into insights, solutions, and initiatives shaping Kenya's digital landscape. Stay informed with KICTANET. #KICTANetUpdates #DigitalInnovation #PrivacyProtection
Key Highlights were:
Journey Towards Internet Freedom: Empowering Africa.
Africa is still pursuing internet freedom despite major obstacles. Threats from harsh laws, state censorship, and surveillance exist, but a committed group fights nonstop for digital rights. Dr. Grace Githaiga , CEO KICTANet , was recently honored as a change leader in Africa, underscoring our dedication to advancing digital rights. Come along with us as we work to guarantee that every African has access to and can utilize the Internet's full potential. Visit us here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/ . CIPESA
Twitter Space: Inside The Lens
Are you interested in learning how recent government initiatives affect your privacy when visiting lodging facilities? The growing number of cases of femicide purportedly involving AirBnBs raises concerns over how best to strike a balance between security protocols and individual privacy. How can we preserve individual rights while safeguarding sensitive data? KICTANet hosted an insightful webinar on February 7, 2024, that examined these urgent problems and offered potential answers. Visit this link for additional details: https://www.kictanet.or.ke
Memo: Insights, Innovations, and ICT Budget Priorities: Driving Kenya's Digital Evolution, Presented to the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA).
Kenya's digital economy is being propelled by the growing ICT sector, boosting internet access, mobile money usage, and infrastructure spending. Government programs like Konza Technopolis foster the establishment of tech startups, spurring employment creation and economic expansion. Notwithstanding advancements, issues including the digital divide in rural regions, a lack of skilled labor, and worries about cybersecurity and data privacy still exist. At a pre-budget hearing on January 30, 2024, KICTANet recently gave a memorandum detailing budget goals for the ICT industry. The organization argued for increased monitoring and investment to overcome these problems and maintain the sector's momentum.
Here is more information on the submission: Visit this URL:https://tinyurl.com/yhmx2657
Research: Upholding Civic Freedoms: Assessing Counter-Terrorism Measures in Kenya.
Government persecution of civil society movements is increasing across the globe, irrespective of political environments, about fundamental democratic values like freedom of expression and association. Kenya is not an exception, as these difficulties have a major influence on the country's security laws and institutions. Researchers from KICTANet, Haki Africa, and CHRIPs participated in a panel discussion that ARTICLE 19 sponsored with funding from The Fund for Global Human Rights to assess the effects of counterterrorism and violent extremism prevention initiatives on Kenyan civic space. Released on January 31, 2024, KICTANet's most recent report, "Surveillance Laws and Technologies Used in Countering Terrorism and their Potential Impact on Civic Spaces, " examines these concerns to promote greater accountability and the maintenance of an open civic space free from unwarranted restrictions under the guise of security.
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Driving Digital Accessibility: Key Takeaways from Kenya's Community Networks Summit
The first National Summit of Community Networks in Kenya was held from February 14–17, 2024, and the Digital Accessibility team, which is part of the ADRF project on Empowering Community Networks in Kenya to Ensure Inclusion and Accessibility, was there. In Akala Siaya County, the event was organized by Aheri Basic Internet Limited (AHERINet) , Internet Society Kenya , and other stakeholders.
At the summit, a paper titled The Need for Digital Inclusion in the Community of Networks was delivered by the Digital Accessibility team. It received a positive response, highlighting the importance of paying attention to the increasingly powerful voices of people with disabilities online. The training session on encouraging inclusivity and accessibility in community networks was introduced in this way.? Nicodemus Nyakundi, an accessibility fellow at KICTANet, stated that "understanding the relationship between the way people function and how they participate in society and making sure everybody has the same opportunities to participate in every aspect of life to the best of their ability.
Latest Policy Brief.
Kenya is at a pivotal point in its artificial intelligence (AI) journey when the technology's transformational potential needs to be fully utilized while maintaining a cautious approach to policy to prevent unintended consequences. This policy brief emphasizes how critical it is for Kenya to set up a strong, flexible framework that supports the ethical and inclusive development of AI technology. Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/mryfa4sa
CURRENT EVENT.
#CyberHygiene4SMEs.
We started a month-long campaign with lots of useful advice to help Kenyan small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) learn easy yet efficient ways to avoid cyberattacks, remain aware of local threats, and much more. Our partners include the Tatua Digital Resilience Center, the ICT Authority, UKAid, and KPMG. Watch our live animation at this link: https://youtu.be/Lw_erNIXxa0?feature=shared ? and check out our podcast at this link: https://youtu.be/bDb6_mHVA1s?feature=shared ?
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Neema Masitsa is a Certified Internet Governance Officer and Media Scientist Researcher who illuminates the digital landscape with insights at the intersection of media, technology, and society. Delving into internet governance complexities and media evolution, she offers a beacon for those navigating the digital age toward understanding and innovation.
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