For instance, although there has been an active search for AI-related information showing people's interest in transformational technology, the country currently lacks a stand-alone law or policy governing AI.
"The government should formulate a governance framework led by the Ministry of ICT that fosters regular audits and feedback loops for AI operations in the country, formulate comprehensive gendered legislation and policies on data protection, cybersecurity and Online Gender-Based Violence and enforce regulations that protect women from online harassment and cyberbullying," read part of the report.
While civil society organisations must push and advocate for regulations that protect women from online harassment and cyberbullying, the report said they should also advocate for a multisectoral approach to address human rights concerns related to AI exploitation involving government agencies, civil societies, and technological companies.
"The CSOs should increase awareness and education regarding personal data privacy issues, collaborate with the government, industry, and other stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities presented by big data and personal information privacy," said the report.
While advocating for the creation of online spaces for women and girls, including people with disabilities on digital platforms, with accessible and transparent reporting and complaint procedures, the CSOs should further promote a change in societal attitude towards people with disabilities to achieve digital inclusion for young PWDs in Kenya.
The report further urged the civil society sector to advocate for the inclusion of PWDs in policy-making processes to enhance their understanding and contribute to bridging the digital gap.
"The Private Sector should develop clear and comprehensive institutional policies for data protection aligned with emerging technologies, create partnerships between the government, private sector, and nonprofits to provide affordable internet and digital services and products to women," read the report.
While collaborating with the government, industry, and other stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities presented by big data and personal information privacy, the private sector should also create online spaces for women and girls on digital platforms with accessible and transparent reporting and complaint procedures.