The internet is crucial to our lives, and Kenya is committed to building a digital future that benefits everyone. The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KeIGF) is a platform for diverse stakeholders to discuss and shape this future.
What is the KeIGF?
- An annual multi-stakeholder forum convened by KICTANet.
- Brings together representatives from government, businesses, civil society, and technical experts.
- Focuses on critical internet governance issues in Kenya.
KeIGF 2024: Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future
This year’s KeIGF aligns with the global IGF theme, with a focus on Kenya: “Building Kenya’s Multistakeholder Digital Future.” The event will take place during Kenya IGF Week, from June 24-27, 2024.
Key Thematic Areas
- Harnessing Innovation and Managing Risks: Exploring opportunities and challenges in the digital space.
- Digital Technologies for Development: Examining how technology can drive progress.
- Advancing Digital Inclusion and Strengthening Multistakeholder Governance: Ensuring everyone benefits and participates in a well-governed digital space.
A Legacy of Engagement
- Kenya hosted the first-ever national IGF in Africa in 2008.
- KeIGF has become a recognized platform for multistakeholder dialogue.
- It feeds into regional and global IGF discussions.
The Connection: Local to Global
The IGF process is localized, with outcomes feeding into each other:
- National Level (Kenya IGF)
- Regional Level (East Africa IGF)
- Continental Level (Africa IGF)
- Global Level (IGF)
Kenya IGF Week
- Kenya IGF: An open and inclusive forum for discussing Internet governance. This year marks the 17th edition.
- Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSIG): A capacity-building program empowering participants to engage in ICT policy discussions.
- Kenya Youth IGF: A program run by young people. It focuses on getting young Kenyans involved in the regular Kenya IGF.
- Kenya Children IGF: It is organized by Watoto Watch Network, in collaboration with KICTANet. This forum provides a platform for children to share their perspectives and experiences regarding Internet use and safety.
Outcomes
- Open and inclusive dialogue on internet governance issues.
- Sharing best practices and experiences.
- Identifying emerging issues and bringing them to relevant bodies.
- Contributing to capacity building for Internet governance.
Who Participates?
Over 300 individuals from various sectors, including:
- Government
- Private Sector
- Civil Society
- Technical and Academic Community
- General Public
How to Participate
- The forum is a hybrid event with online and in-person components.
- Registration opens online two weeks before the event (free to attend).
- The format includes panel sessions, discussions, and networking opportunities.
