Digitalisation impacts the environment e.g. higher energy consumption & greenhouse gas emissions. One way of mitigation is to green the Internet. Engineer Victor from Uganda's RENU walked us through some action points on Greening the Internet with Solar-powered routers #EAIGF2024

KICTANet Tatua Center are well represented at this year's East Africa Internet Governance Forum! Powerful conversations about the need for Africa to take an active role in shaping the internet we want #EAIGF2024

The East Africa Internet Governance Forum #EAIGF is underway. Important conversations are being had on Africa's digital future which demands for multistakeholderism. KICTANet Barrack Otieno Rosemary Kimwatu

Session on Digital and climate action. Takeaways? Climate change concerns all of us. Technology is all around us. More research and publication is needed to discern these these topics and their intersection. And education and financing is key #EAIGF2024 #TwinTransition

Currently attending a panel on the role of Internet Governance in pushing green technology. This is a timely discussion that comes at a time when we are facing the reality of climate change in the global south... 🧵 #EAIGF2024

RENU at the 11th East African Internet Governance Forum (East African Internet Governance Forum(EAIGF))! We are proud to sponsor and participate in the 11th edition of #EAIGF2024, held at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This annual event brings together diverse stakeholders to shape the future of the internet in East

*NEW THIS YEAR!* For the first time, we're inviting journalists from the Global South to apply for support to attend #IGF2024. How to qualify: ✔️3+ yrs experience ✔️record of published work in any medium ✔️Global South citizenship Apply by 🗓️18 Oct bit.ly/3XGFzMA

🌍 African Youth Voices at the Summit of the Future 🌍 Virtual Conversation on "Our World, Our Future: African Youth and the Summit of the Future". 📅 Date: Tuesday, 17th September 2024 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM EAT Click here to register: rb.gy/g04kk0

🌍 Calling All Climate Champions! 🏆 Passionate about climate change? Join the African Youth Negotiators Fellowship and shape the future of climate policy! 🌱 🗓️ Deadline: 30/09/ 24 Apply Now: bit.ly/47pIr3D #ClimateAction #YouthLeadership #AYNFellowship

🚨We are looking for YOUths👫 🚨 We're excited to announce that our membership applications are now open! Join our incredible team and help us spread the #UNESCO agenda nationwide.🇰🇪🌍 What are you waiting for? Apply today👉: forms.gle/vuST884vP5L6cx… Deadline⏳:30th September

The teachers are themselves affected by conflicts and climate-induced disasters, and yet they have to serve as mentors and caretakers – inspiring their students to develop and reach their full potential. #teachersday2024 #ClimateEducation #ClimateActionNow

Africa is on track for a 2.7°C rise this century with current climate commitments, causing irreversible damage. The next climate plans are a vital chance to renew efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. #ClimateChange #ClimateAction #ActNow

📣 Deadline: October 18, 2024 Are you an African-led organization experienced in youth-led dialogue design or youth engagement in the policy space? We're seeking a partner to support the rollout of our Young Africa Works Dialogue Series. Learn more: ow.ly/Jeh650TEb1V

The #YoSUDA program is underway & still open for applications! Are you a young leader passionate about sustainable urban development, social inclusion & climate justice? This is your chance to connect, learn, & make a difference. Apply today! 👇 bit.ly/3ZdJKRm

Do you know an agribusiness entrepreneur who is creating job opportunities for youth, young people with disabilities, or refugees? The Agribusiness Challenge Fund (Fund for Resilience and Prosperity) is looking to help them scale up. Share this post and learn how to apply here:

Happy #Diwali2024 for all those observing! As we celebrate Diwali, let's light up our goals and work toward greater achievements together.

🚨Happening now: Join the ONLINE ROUNDTABLE on the Global Digital Compact! We're exploring pathways for civil society engagement in its implementation and follow-up. Register and join here: zoom.us/meeting/regist… ^NM

📢 Exciting News🥳! KICTANet, with support from the UK Government’s Digital Access Programme through the British High Commission in Nairobi, is implementing the Strengthening Digital Communities project! #DigitalAccessProgramme ^EJ

#DigitalAccessProgramme Explainer: What’s the Strengthening Digital Communities project all about?🤔 Here’s everything you need to know. From basic digital skills courses to certifications and the role of community digital champions! Learn more: kictanet.or.ke/strengthening-…

We should ensure that accessibility efforts for digital inclusion for persons living with disabilities are continuous and not a one time effort. - KICTANet #AfricanIGF #IGF2024