Kenya's ICT Authority has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with the Kenya Network Information Centre (Kenic). The
partnership aims to strengthen the .ke domains and promote ICT standards across
government agencies, while also fostering digital literacy among Kenyan
citizens.
This
collaborative effort marks a major step towards creating a more secure and
digitally savvy public sector. By working together, the ICT Authority and Kenic
seek to address the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures and digital
literacy in the face of increasing online threats.
The MoU paves
the way for the development of a comprehensive framework to enhance the
security and resilience of .ke domains, ensuring the integrity of online
government services and protecting citizens' personal data.
Moreover, the
partnership will promote the adoption of ICT standards across government
agencies, facilitating seamless communication, data sharing, and service
delivery.
CEO of ICT
Authority, Stanley Kamanguya, hailed the signing of the MoU as a significant
milestone in Kenya's digital transformation journey. "This partnership
demonstrates our commitment to building a more secure, efficient, and digitally
literate public sector," he said.
The
collaboration between the ICT Authority and Kenic is expected to have a
positive impact on Kenya's digital economy, fostering innovation, economic
growth, and social development.
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye