Don't Miss the #KeIGF2024: Shaping Kenya's Digital Future
Dear Listers, The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KeIGF) is back. Join us this *Thursday, August 1st, 2024* in Nairobi as we gather to discuss the future of the internet in Kenya. For 16 years, KeIGF has brought together leaders from government, industry, civil society, and academia to shape the digital landscape. This year, we'll explore critical topics like: - Building Kenya's digital future - Digital infrastructure for economic growth - Cybersecurity and Digital Economy Resilience - International cooperation for a safer internet - Technology-facilitated gender-based violence - AI and emerging technologies Be part of shaping Kenya's digital destiny. Register now for this in-person and online event! <https://kigf.or.ke/> #KeIGF2024 -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *@**KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> * Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals Connect With Us <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> ______________________________________
*Kenya's Digital Future Takes Center Stage at KeIGF* The 17th Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KeIGF) <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/keigf-2024-kenya-seeks-to-build-a-multi-stakeholder-digital-future/> kicked off on Tuesday, with a strong call for collaboration and inclusivity in shaping the country’s digital landscape. Addressing the forum, Dr. Grace Githaiga, Convenor KICTANet, highlighted Kenya’s impressive digital strides over the past two decades. Internet penetration has surged from 3% in 2004 to 40.8% today, while mobile and smartphone adoption has skyrocketed. Follow the live stream here. https://tinyurl.com/yckj6w5b -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *@**KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> * Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals Connect With Us <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> ______________________________________
*"Building Kenya’s Multi-Stakeholder Digital Future". * This session aimed to identify ways to strengthen and support the open, transparent, inclusive and bottom-up governance process related to the use and evolution of the Internet, and provide recommendations to achieve the vision of achieving the Internet We Want. Our industry experts shared insights on strengthening Internet governance. Key among them is the importance of governance and regulation in the internet industry, emphasizing the need for inclusive processes and addressing concerns across the community. They highlighted the significance of quality and also stressed the need to work down passivity. Both agreed on the importance of balancing governance and innovation to ensure a healthy Internet ecosystem. More from the panel here. <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/balancing-innovation-and-regulation-key-to-kenyas-digital-future/> Follow the live stream here. https://tinyurl.com/yckj6w5b -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *@**KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> * Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals Connect With Us <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> ______________________________________
*Safeguarding Kenya's Digital Future* Cybersecurity and national security are intertwined as Kenya seeks to build a resilient digital economy. A panel discussion on *“fostering a secure and resilient digital economy”* at the KeIGF explored strategies to address emerging threats, protect data, and foster collaboration among stakeholders. Experts from government, industry, and civil society shared insights on building a secure digital future for Kenya. <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/keigf-2024-fostering-a-secure-and-resilient-digital-economy/> Watch the live stream for ongoing panels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Es_HUelxaYE *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *@**KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> * Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals Connect With Us <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> ______________________________________
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David Indeje