National Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Policy 2019

Abstract

This policy is a product of an all-inclusive, participatory and consultative process. It is guided by the following principles; Putting ICT at the centre of the national economic agenda, Improving access to ICT especially broadband, efficient public service delivery and maintaining an open government, Putting the private sector first and Leveraging on ICT to promote Sustainable Development Goals. The main policy objectives are to (1) Create the infrastructure conditions for use of always-on, high speed, wireless, internet across the country. Provide enabling infrastructure and frameworks that support the growth of data centres, pervasive instrumentation (Internet of Things), machine learning and local manufacturing whilst fostering a secure, innovation ecosystem; (2) Grow the contribution of ICT to the economy to 10% by 2030, by using ICT as a foundation to the creation of a more robust economy, providing secure income and livelihoods to the citizenry; (3) Leverage regional and international cooperation and engagements to ensure that Kenya is able to harness global opportunities; (4) Position the country to take advantage of emerging trends such as the shared and gig economy by enhancing our education institutions and the skills of our people, and fostering an innovation and start-up ecosystem that is able to lead on a global scale; and (5) Gain global recognition for innovation, efficiency and quality in public service delivery. Services will be delivered in a manner that ensures we have a prosperous, free, open and stable society....