The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is inviting the the media to a public feedback session on the Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy Sectoral Working Group (SWG) Draft Report.
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The one-day program will take place on 3/14/2023 from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM at Radisson Blu, Upper Hill.
The SWG, established by the Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy (MoICDE), proposes critical policy, legislative, and regulatory reforms for the Kenyan ICT sector.
KICTANet, a leading voice for ICT policy development in Kenya, convened seven working groups composed of civil society, academia, and private sector experts to provide feedback on the SWG’s Draft Report.
The feedback session will cover seven key thematic areas:
- Digital infrastructure, telecommunications, and service
- Software and software services
- Data Governance and Emerging Technologies
- Cybersecurity
- Innovation, enterprises, digital talent and jobs
- Postal, courier, and e-commerce
- Media, broadcasting, PR, and communications
This program is a crucial opportunity for public participation in shaping the future of Kenya’s ICT sector. Media coverage will raise awareness and ensure diverse voices are heard. See event programme.
KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for ICT policy and regulation. It acts as a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. Its work is guided by four pillars: Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, Research, and Stakeholder Engagement.