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Inspiring young people in Kenya's Kibera slum

Organizations working to bridge the digital divide in Kenya’s Kibera slum face an uphill battle. But that hasn’t dampened young people’s desire to gain the digital skills they hope will lead to a better life.

Kenia Nachrichtensprecher Olima Gonzaggha

Internet access: How rural Kenya is keeping pace

Internet access across rural areas of Kenya is widening, underpinned by infrastructure improvements, and the availability of cheap smartphones. We take a look at some of the problems specific to rural areas.

Digital disruptors creating positive change

Problems with rural Internet access and online hate speech prevail, but disruptive innovations have made Kenyan civil society enthusiastic for digital technologies, empowering them to speak up for their rights online.

Exploring initiatives and projects from Kenya’s digital ecosystem

Kenya is home to one of Africa’s most thriving innovation ecosystems. We take a look at some of the organizations, projects, and tools shaping Kenya’s digital society.

‘Kenyans must defend their digital rights’

Data profiling and restrictive laws threaten the Kenyan Internet community. Digital rights activist Grace Mutung’u spoke to us about attempts to rig an election and the next steps in protecting existing freedoms.