Kenya says it's pushing for a digital society focused on regular people, aiming for cheap and secure internet for education, healthcare, and the economy. The pledge came from Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo's office during a major U.N. summit in New York reviewing global internet progress. The country emphasized closing the gap between connected and unconnected communities.
The government highlighted its work expanding broadband and mobile networks to remote areas. Kabogo's statement, delivered by Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke, pointed to a Universal Service Fund and a plan for 1,450 local digital hubs to link public services. Kenya also stressed digital skills training and programs for women and girls in STEM fields to boost online economic opportunities.
Kenya co-chaired the summit discussions with Albania, helping steer talks on artificial intelligence capacity, digital public systems, and cybersecurity rules to protect kids online. The overall meeting called for more investment in digital infrastructure and responsible governance of new tech to uphold human rights.
The government highlighted its work expanding broadband and mobile networks to remote areas. Kabogo's statement, delivered by Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke, pointed to a Universal Service Fund and a plan for 1,450 local digital hubs to link public services. Kenya also stressed digital skills training and programs for women and girls in STEM fields to boost online economic opportunities.
Kenya co-chaired the summit discussions with Albania, helping steer talks on artificial intelligence capacity, digital public systems, and cybersecurity rules to protect kids online. The overall meeting called for more investment in digital infrastructure and responsible governance of new tech to uphold human rights.
