by panafcon | May 21, 2025 | Access to information, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
In what could become a historic legal moment for Kenya’s digital future, seven civil society organizations have jointly filed a public interest petition challenging the Kenyan government’s role in recent internet disruptions. The petitioners, including The Bloggers...
by panafcon | May 20, 2025 | Digital Resilience, Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By Egline Samoei The Africa Tech Policy Summit 2025, held in Nairobi, spotlighted the urgent and evolving digital rights landscape across the continent. Hosted by KICTANet, the side event titled “Advocacy Engagement on Digital Rights in Africa and The Universal...
by panafcon | May 15, 2025 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
Journalists must adapt to technology while upholding ethical standards to maintain public trust and relevance in a rapidly evolving media landscape. This was the key message from Dr. Grace Githaiga, CEO of KICTANet, who delivered a keynote address at the Media Council...
by panafcon | May 12, 2025 | Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
Digital rights including privacy, free expression, and equitable access-are increasingly shaped by global geopolitical dynamics. As human rights and civil society organisations navigate competing ideologies, economic interests, and security concerns, funding for...
by panafcon | May 7, 2025 | Freedom of Expression, Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By Cherie Oyier The Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF) 2025, hosted by Paradigm Initiative (PIN), was held from April 29th to May 1st, 2025, in Lusaka, Zambia. The event brought together policymakers, civil society organisations, tech companies, academics, and...
by panafcon | Apr 16, 2025 | Highlights, Human Rights, kictanet post
By Cherie Oyier Introduction On 18th February 2025, Kenya’s human rights status was reviewed during the pre-session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in Geneva. The UPR process is a mechanism of the Human Rights Council consisting of a periodic peer review of...
