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Kenya Internet Governance Forum [KeIGF] - 2023

KIGF 2023

June 22, 2023

Nairobi, KENYA

KeIGF 2023 Highlights

The inaugural Africa Tech Policy Summit (AfTPS) 2025 convened over 800 leaders from government, private sector, civil society, academia, and tech communities to shape Africa’s digital transformation agenda.

Outcomes & Impact

KeIGF 2023 delivered:

Actionable policy recommendations for national and regional adoption
Stronger cross-border partnerships for digital governance
Contributions to global frameworks prioritising trust, inclusivity, and sustainability
Strategic inputs to Africa’s position in international digital forums

Delegates

Why Africa Tech Policy Summit Matters

The Africa Tech Policy Summit AfTPS) is Africa’s premier multistakeholder forum for shaping inclusive, rights-based digital transformation. Convened by KICTANet, it builds on the legacy of Kenya Internet Governance Forum Week and AfTPS 2025, convening policymakers, innovators, civil society, academia, and the private sector to:

● Harmonise tech policies across Africa
● Align national, regional, and continental digital strategies
● Explore emerging technologies like AI, data governance, and digital trade
● Foster innovation ecosystems and regulatory experimentation

KeIGF 2023 Program

22 June 2023

Hybrid Forum

Conference Theme

The Internet We Want – Empowering All Kenyan People

TIME

AGENDA

MODERATOR

7.00am - 8.00am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Interlude: Spots from event sponsors

8.00am - 8.15am

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Arrival and Registration

KICTANet MAG Team

8.15am - 8.30am

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Welcome and Introductions

MODERATOR

Victor Kapiyo / Rosemary Kimwatu

8.30am - 8.45am

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Opening and Welcome Remarks:
Ali Hussein, Chairman - KICTANet
Grace Githaiga, KICTANet CEO & Convenor

MODERATOR

Mwendwa Kivuva

8.45am - 9.00am

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

High (C-Level) Panel – The Internet We Want – Empowering All Kenyan People

Panel:
Mercy Ndegwa, META
Dr. Vincent Ngundi, Communications Authority
Mr. Bernd Lakemeie, GIZ, Kenyay
Gbenga Sesan, Paradigm Initiative

MODERATOR

Ali Hussein
Chairman, KICTANet

9.00am - 10.00am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Explore the challenge of cybercrime, and the emerging threats to online safety and promote best practices in ensuring cybersecurity in the digital environment.

MODERATOR

Grace Githaiga
Convenor, KICTANet

10.00am - 11.15am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary session

11.15am - 11.20am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Interlude: Spots from event sponsors

10.20am - 11.20pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Session 1: Enhancing Cybersecurity, Combating Cybercrime & Ensuring Online Safety

Panel:
Adam Lane, Huawei Technologies.
Col. Evans Ombati, NC4
Sam Keiru, Cisco’s Cloud Security Business for Sub-Saharan Africa
Francis Sitati, Communications Authority
Martin Koyabe, GFCE (Virtual)

MODERATOR

Mutheu Khimulu

11.20am - 11.35am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary session

11.35am - 11.50am

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Tea Break

11.50am - 12.00pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Interlude: Spots from event sponsors

12.00pm - 1.00pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Session 2: Promoting Data Governance & Trust

Panel:
Rose Mosero, Deputy Data Commissioner, ODPC
Cynthia Chepkemoi, Data Protection Officer, KWFT
Grace Mutung’u, Open Society
Dr. Ololade Shyllon, Head of Privacy Policy, Africa, Middle East and Turkey Meta

MODERATOR

John Walubengo

1.00pm - 1.15pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary session

1.15pm - 2.00pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Lunch Break

2.00pm - 2.05pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Interlude: Spots from event sponsors

2.05pm - 3.05pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Session 3: Promoting Human Rights and Freedoms and Tackling Harmful Content Online

Panel:
John Okande, UNESCO.
Allan Cheboi, Code 4 Africa
Angela Minayo, KICTANet
David Omwoyo, CEO, Media Council of Kenya
Megan Kathure, GIZ

MODERATOR

Racheal Nakitare

3.05pm - 3.20pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary session

3.20pm - 3.25pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Interlude: Spots from event sponsors

3.25pm - 4.25pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Session 4: Bridging the Digital Divides and Promoting Inclusion

2 Minutes Video from the Children’s IGF

Panel:
BCharles Juma, UK Aid Digital Access Program
Andrew Lewela, KENIC
Catherine Kyalo, Angaza Networks
Rosemary Okello, Africa Media Hub, Strathmore University

MODERATOR

Judy Okite

4.25pm - 4.30pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary

4.30pm - 4.40pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Kenya School of Internet Governance - Award Ceremony

MODERATOR

KESIG Faculty – Barrack Otieno

4.40pm - 4.45pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Rapporteurs Summary Actions Points and Way Forward

MODERATOR

Rapporteurs -
Francis Monyango

4.50pm - 5.00pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

CLOSING SESSION

MODERATOR

Rosemary Kimwatu,
KIGF MAG, KICTANet

5.00pm - 6.00pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Tea Break and Interlude: Spots from event sponsors as participants stream back into plenary

6.00pm - 7.00pm

The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Fireside Chat: Harnessing the Power of AI & Emerging Technologies

Panel:
Jack Ngare, Technical Director, Office of the CTO, Google
Engineer John Tanui, PS, State Department of ICT and Digital Economy
Dr Angeline Wairegi, AI Lead, CIPIT
Mark Irura,Technical Advisor, FAIR Forward, Artificial Intelligence for AI, GIZ
Cecilia Nyawira, Head of Executive Search, Aga Khan University

MODERATOR

Ali Hussein
Chairman, KICTANet

7.00pm - 7.30pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Plenary session

9.30pm - 10.00pm

Hybrid /
The Sarova Stanley, Nairobi

Conference / Event

Cocktails and Live Band!
End Of Event

AfTPS MAG Team

The Kenya Internet Governance Forum's Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) plays a crucial role in shaping the annual KeIGF meetings. MAG members actively participate in the multistakeholder consultation process, ensuring that diverse perspectives on Internet governance are incorporated into the program.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees at KICTANet

CEO and Convenor at KICTANet

Programs Officer-Women’s Digital Rights at KICTANet

Neema Mujesia

Communications Advisor- Gender Digital Rights Program at KICTAnet

Researcher at Research ICT Africa &
Chairperson @MAG TEAM

Internet Governance Expert at KICTANet

Barrack Otieno

Lead of the Kenya School of Internet Governance

Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu

EAIGF MAG Chair

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KeIGF 2023 Agenda Summary

Day 1 - 07:30

Open Public Enrollment

Day 1 - 10.20am - 11.20am

Enhancing Cybersecurity, Combating Cybercrime & Ensuring Online Safety

Day 1 - 12:00pm - 1.00pm

Promoting Data Governance & Trust

Day 1, 2.05pm - 3.05pm

Promoting Human Rights And Freedoms & Tackiling Harmful Content Online

Day 1, 3.25pm - 4.25pm

Bridging The Digital Divides & Promoting Inclusion

Day 1, 6.00pmpm - 7.00pm

Fireside Chat: Harnessing The Power Of AI & Emerging Technologies

Day 1, 9.00pm - 10.00pm

Cocktails & Live Band: End Of Event

FAQ

Africa Tech Policy Summit (AfTPS)
Frequently Asked Questions

AfTPS is a week-long multi-stakeholder event convened  by KICTANet to harmonize tech policies across Africa. It brings together policymakers, private sector leaders, academia, civil society, and tech startups to align national, regional, and continental efforts for digital transformation.

AfTPS is held in Kenya in May featuring flagship events like the Kenya IGF, Youth IGF, Children IGF among others. The summit includes workshops, exhibitions, and networking sessions.

The summit welcomes around 300 participants from government, private sector, civil society, academia, media, and the technical community. Youth and children’s IGFs are also convened to ensure inclusive participation.

  • Harmonize tech policies across Africa
  • Support innovation and inclusive digital transformation
  • Build stakeholder capacity in tech governance
  • Shape African positions in global forums like WSIS and the Global Digital Compact

 

Yes. The AfTPS will feature an award ceremony for participants of the Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSIG), recognizing excellence in digital policy engagement.

Organizations can propose, sponsor, or lead thematic workshops and exhibitions. Sponsorship opportunities are available in both cash and kind, with a detailed package provided by KICTANet.

KICTANet is the host and convener of AfTPS. As a multistakeholder ICT policy think tank, it promotes an open, rights-based digital environment through advocacy, engagement, capacity building, and research.

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