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TikTok in Kenya: Ban It, Regulate It, or Fear It?
In February 2026, social media erupted with claims that Kenya was about to ban TikTok. Creators panicked. Critics applauded. Youth mobilised online. The rumour cycle moved faster than any official statement. Then Parliament clarified its position. A total ban, lawmakers concluded, would be untenable. The immediate crisis dissolved. The deeper debate did not. If a […]...
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11 Oct 2024
The digital nomad work permit: Unpacking its implications on the economy and businesses, and potential policy considerations
In a world where working remotely has become the norm for many, Kenya is taking bold steps to tap into the growing global trend of digital nomadism. With the launch of the Digital Nomad Work Permit, P...
11 Oct 2024
Legal decision-making and the responsible use of AI in Africa: UNESCO issues guidelines
Court systems tend to have a backlog of documentation as the gathering of information and evidence is an integral part of the judicial process. Taking down witness statements, logging evidence and the...
16 Sep 2024
Harnessing Digitalisation for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future: Policy Imperatives from the UNCTAD Digital Economy Report 2024
Digital transformation is progressing at an unprecedented pace, reshaping economies, societies, and the way we live. While digitalisation has been a key driver of economic growth, it also holds the po...
16 Aug 2024
Blessing in disguise? Why inroads by Starlink present an opportune moment for local internet service providers
Mainstream and social media platforms are flooded with commentaries and opinions about how the entry of Starlink, a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX, spells doom for local internet ...
16 Aug 2024
The Google antitrust case: Monopoly may not be bad at all, but monopoly due to restricted Trade practices will not go unchecked
The balance between innovation and competition has remained intricate in the tech space. On the one hand, the argument has been that the law should not be enacted to stifle innovation, while on the ot...
16 Aug 2024
AI and the future of jobs in the digital economy: Lessons for the Africa Union AI continental strategy
As Africa steps into the digital age, one of the biggest questions we face is how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will impact our jobs and economies. AI is transforming industries worldwide, and Africa i...
2 Aug 2024
Bridging the Digital Divide: Kenya’s Journey Towards Inclusive Digital Transformation
Kenya stands as a prominent digital centre in Africa, contributing 7.7% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through its digital economy. According to the United Nations Development Programme (U...
18 Jul 2024
Regulating Emerging Technology: Challenges and Frameworks of a State’s Effort
Introduction As technology rapidly advances, policies, laws, and regulators face the challenging task of balancing between encouraging innovation and the need for healthy competition, consumer ...
23 Jun 2024
The rise of clicktivism in Kenya: The need to balance digital activism with national interests
The debate around the Finance Bill 2024 ignited a flurry of conversations. Perhaps the most striking one was the firestorm on social media, demonstrating the burgeoning power of digital activism or cl...
19 May 2024
Kenya’s E-commerce landscape: Growth, challenges, and government’s strategic vision.
In 2023, to bolster the information and communications sector’s growth, the government, through the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), reiterated its commitment to advancing electronic c...
9 May 2024
Safeguarding children online: Lessons Kenya can learn from the UK’s OFCOM in the digital age
The internet is a mixed bag; on one hand, it has revolutionised communication and access to information, but it has also opened doors to a new set of challenges, particularly for children. Ensuring ...
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