Democracy and Governance
Exploring how technology shapes power, policy, elections, digital rights, civic engagement, and the future of democracy in Africa.
- News
#RejectFinanceBill2024: Kenyan Citizens Protest Amid Fears of Internet Shutdown
Kenyans protest Finance Bill 2024 amid fears of internet shutdowns, with calls to maintain communication for democracy and economy.
- Opinion
Rethinking KFCB and the Misguided Attempt to Control Online Media
1962 law established KFCB (Kenya Films Classification Board); now outdated, stifles digital freedom, misaligned with modern democracy and technology.
- News
America Will Ban TikTok if ByteDance Doesn’t Sell, It’s Now Law
U.S. Senate passes bill mandating TikTok's sale by ByteDance or face ban, amid national security and control concerns.
- News
President Ruto’s Keynote at Connected Africa Summit Sparks Big Ambitions
President Ruto inaugurates Connected Africa Summit 2024, emphasizing youth-led digital growth and tackling Africa's digital divide.
- News
Kenya Rejects TikTok Ban, Proposes New Moderation Approach
Kenya seeks to regulate TikTok rather than ban it, emphasizing content moderation and collaboration with the platform to address concerns…
- News
Does Apple Employ 23,000 Kenyans According to Kenya’s President?
Kenyan President's claim of Apple employing 23,000 Kenyans scrutinized; lacks evidence in direct operations, market share, or developer engagement.
- News
Kenya’s Telegram Shutdown in 2023 Cost the Nation $27 Million
Kenya's mysterious Telegram shutdown during national exams potentially cost the nation $27 million, raising questions about government involvement.
- News
Silencing the Web: 2024 Elections and the Shadow of Internet Blackouts
Surfshark's 2024 election analysis warns of internet blackouts in 12 countries, threatening democracy and freedom of information globally
- Business
Kenya’s President Ruto Featured in 2023 List of Most Influential Africans
Kenya's President Ruto part of 2023's Most Influential Africans list by New African magazine.
- How To/ Explained
Kenya is now Visa Free, How to Get Your Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
Kenya introduces visa-free travel with mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for all nationalities, streamlining entry procedures.
- News
PS Tanui Affirms Government Commitment to Safe Cyberspace
ICT PS John Tanui emphasizes the need for a secure digital space as the government aims to expand the digital…
- News
African Health Tech Boom: New Report Reveals Government-Innovator Partnerships
Report reveals African governments and tech innovators collaborate to digitize local health supply chains, boosting efficiency and outcomes.
- News
Kenya Cabinet Lifts ICT Rule Requiring 30% Local Ownership
Kenya Cabinet ends 30% ICT ownership rule, attracting foreign investment and fostering digital economy growth and technology sector.
- News
Vodacom Tanzania’s Partnership with Government to Boost Digital Economy and Connectivity
Vodacom Tanzania partners with the government to expand telecommunication services and promote digital economy initiatives in Tanzania.
- News
Nairobi Hosts the 10th Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum
The 10th Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum brings together 600 delegates to discuss internet accessibility and regulation.
