STEP NETWORK

In our second episode of Connected Voices, we feature David Ochiel, the Team Lead @tandacn. In the conversation, we unpack what CNs are, the core principles that guide them, and how they have evolved across the country over the years to expand access to meaningful connectivity.

Meet @Twahir_H_Kassim from @duniamoja2020 in Kilifi County, one of the rising stars in the Tanda fellowship, making waves in digital literacy! His journey proves that opportunity begins with access. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories. #ConnectedForChange

📡 Fixed Wireless: High-speed internet with no need for cables! Fixed wireless internet uses radio signals from towers to provide a broadband connection. It’s a great alternative in rural areas where fiber or cable isn’t available.

@48percent_org We join to Celebrate 5 years of internet connectivity! Continued support and commitment transformed our community, connecting 7 primary schools expanding to 15 schools with more public hotspot for communities. #CommunityNetworks

🧵 Kisumu are you ready! The digital landscape offers opportunities for connection and empowerment, but challenges like gender-based violence and privacy risks disproportionately affect women. 📚 Read more: tinyurl.com/ytrz657r ^NM

Calling all Community Networks in Kenya! The Association For Progressive Communications, Rhizomatica and Tanda Community Network, in partnership with AFRALTI, are excited to invite you to the fully sponsored Fellowship Program...

Three years ago, @ProjectIsizwe embarked on a mission to build a self-sustaining community network in Mpophomeni. By connecting local schools, they laid the foundation for a thriving network. But how did they achieve this milestone? Find out in our blog! bit.ly/3Mo9Fhl

Our partner @snetgh has empowered around 5,500 individuals in Eastern Ghana by connecting them to the internet. Additionally, 40 dedicated teachers have gained valuable ICT skills, equipping them to pass on this knowledge to schoolchildren. bit.ly/3X9MQTF

Through their Wireless Barefoot Engineering training program, @Fantsuam Foundation trained 27 participants in digital literacy and wireless technology. Read the results of the project here! bit.ly/3AGgKao 📶

The Ghana Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is here! Join us for the Main IGF and Youth IGF, plus the Ghana Internet Governance School. Let's build a better digital future for Ghana together. @mocghana @intgovforum @waigf @GhanaYouthIGF @igfsa

We're equipping WHRDs with vital skills to tackle physical & digital threats. @sandraaceng gave a welcome remarks to brave WHRDs to our workshop in Jinja. Big thanks to the #OurVoicesOurFutures consortium for supporting our mission to amplify voices & advance gender equality.

Rural areas often face greater challenges in internet connectivity compared to urban areas. This rural-urban digital divide affects access to services, education, and job opportunities. 🏙️🏜️#DigitalDivide Photo: @snetgh

The team at @snetgh has been working tirelessly to connect several unconnected communities around the Mem-Chemfre plains in Ghana. We're so proud to see their progress and dedicated work on this important mission!

Our team is committed to ensuring reliable connectivity to connect unconnected communities, even during late hours. The Mem-Chemfre and Bruben Community Network aimed at providing access to connectivity in Mem-Chemfre and Bruben and other adjoining island communities.

Connecting the unconnected areas

The Step Network team, led by Victor Asante, met with the leadership of the Bruben community to outline the benefits of the Bruben Community Network. Victor emphasized that these efforts aim to bring sustainable, positive changes, significantly improving the quality of life.

The view of Bruben Island, where the Mem-Chemfre and Bruben Community network has been established. snetgh.org/mem-chemfre.php

Beyond Access @AccessPluss @achom_lillian @phxtolxLxbxa @Moshabi_ @KagiLeshabane @Computer_Aid @APC_News @internetsociety @snetgh @jane_coffin @Kgoshikgadikd @ntabane_neo

Disability is not left behind in the multi stakeholder dialogue on Internet Governance in Kenya.