by panafcon | Jan 17, 2026 | Digital Economy, Digital Resilience, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Garissa County is on the move. Once defined by pastoralism, the region is now embracing agro-pastoralism, blending tradition with modern farming practices, and digital innovation is at the heart of this transformation. Governor Nathif Jama Adam captured the spirit of...
by panafcon | Jan 13, 2026 | Access to information, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
The Ugandan government has ordered a nationwide shutdown of public internet access and selected mobile services ahead of the general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026. According to a letter to internet providers by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC),...
by panafcon | Jan 13, 2026 | Gender, Highlights
By Mercy Njeri The internet was promised as a tool for empowerment, but for women and gender-diverse individuals in East Africa particularly in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania—it has become a fertile ground for sophisticated, often anonymous, and deeply damaging abuse....
by panafcon | Jan 12, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Kenya has officially launched its AI & Emerging Technologies Technical Committee, a multi‑stakeholder team tasked with developing the country’s first national AI and Emerging Technologies policy. The Policy development process is being spearheaded by the Ministry...
by panafcon | Jan 5, 2026 | Gender, Highlights
On New Year’s Eve, like a true millennial, I decided to usher in the new year from the comfort of my bed, on social media. The plan was to watch fireworks clips uploaded by Nairobians who went to various spots for the anticipated colourful display. However, when...
by panafcon | Dec 22, 2025 | Digital Economy, Highlights, kictanet, kictanet post
Kenya has unveiled a digital skills initiative designed to transform 200,000 lives across 11 counties: Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Garissa, Isiolo, Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, Siaya, Tana River, Turkana, and Wajir. The projects, led by KICTANet and the African Centre for...
