Kenya’s Digital Future Hinges on Inclusive Participation Frameworks
Kenya’s Data Governance and DPI initiatives build on M-PESA, Huduma Namba, and legal reforms to shape a citizen-centered digital future rooted in trust, rights, and public participation.
How Public Participation is Reshaping Data Protection Across Africa
By Dr. Grace Githaiga I was recently invited by the Center for Human Rights, University of Pretoria to give a lecture in Public Participation in Data Protection. I drew alot of examples from KICTANet's work in this subject. I commenced my talk by...
Balancing Advocacy and Regulation for Inclusive Digital Governance in Kenya
“Strong advocacy means learning from global spaces, translating lessons locally, and ensuring no stakeholder is left behind,” Dr. Grace Githaiga, CEO KICTANet
From Ideas to Impact: The KenSafeSpace Policy Hackathon Journey
The KenSafeSpace policy hackathon wasn’t just about competition; it was a melting pot of diverse perspectives and ideas. Fifteen teams from nearly every corner of Kenya, with backgrounds as varied as performing arts, media, and digital advocacy, came together. A colorful tapestry of contestants united by a shared purpose: to promote a safe, inclusive, and open digital ecosystem in Kenya
Policy Action Initiative Tops Up: Winners of the Policy Hackathon
By Neema Mujesia, At the Policy Hackathon held during the KenSafeSpace Workshop in Mombasa, grassroots innovators from across Kenya came together to tackle pressing digital policy challenges. The hackathon attracted 141 applicants from Kenyan...
Kenya Launches Strategic Roadmap to Build Inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure
Kenya has embarked on developing a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) roadmap, marking a pivotal moment in its digital transformation journey. The initiative was launched during the inaugural Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee meeting, bringing...
Kenya’s Digital Rights Ecosystem Advances: Key Outcomes from the SM4P x KenSafeSpace Workshop
By, Neema Mujesia Mombasa, Kenya — Over 50 digital rights stakeholders from across Kenya convened for the SM4P (Phase II)/KenSafeSpace Workshop, a four-day forum held from 9–12 September 2025 in Mombasa County. Hosted by Internews, KICTANet, and...
Andrew Gole’s Digital Safety Ride Builds Momentum for FIFAfrica25
Digital security advocate Andrew Gole begins 13,000km motorbike journey across Africa ahead of FIFAfrica25, spotlighting grassroots resilience and inclusive internet governance.
Kenya ICT Regulations 2025: Impact Assessment Review Explained
By Joseph Kihanya LLB,LLM The Kenya Information and Communications Regulations, 2025 are a package of fifteen regulations designed to address gaps in broadcasting, telecommunications, digital trust, consumer protection, fair competition, and...
Why Kenyan Regulators Must Make Enforcement Tangible
Lina Khan’s FTC reshaped enforcement with public impact. Kenya’s regulators hold similar powers—but must bridge the gap between legal wins and lived outcomes.