Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant concept, it is already shaping how we work, learn, and make decisions every day. Yet for many communities, especially in underserved and remote areas, AI still feels out of reach. It is often seen as complex, technical, and disconnected from everyday realities. So we asked ourselves a simple…
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On Wednesday 25th February 2026, we launched a podcast studio at Maono Space in Malindi, and while it is easy to describe it in technical language, microphones calibrated properly, cameras that respect light, acoustic panels that absorb echo, the real story lies in why such a space matters in the current media climate and why…
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Grassroots journalists in Kenya face an uphill battle. In counties like Kilifi, reporters navigate underfunded newsrooms, precarious contracts, limited access to public data, and political pressures that shape which stories reach the public. Investigative journalism, which shines a light on accountability, innovation, and community agency, is often impossible under these conditions. The narratives that dominate…
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Last week, we launched a five-month programme in partnership with AFJ-K to engage journalists on how they can promote alternative narratives. It was clear from the first session that this is not just another training. Journalists didn’t just learn about investigative reporting; they challenged, uncovered, and reimagined storytelling. They explored the ethics of reporting, the…
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With technology advancing and data becoming key for decision making, East Africa is in need of a strong governance framework to balance the use of data with privacy, ethics, and security. To address this, the Open Institute in collaboration with Amnesty International Kenya will be hosting the East Africa Data Governance Conference on November 26-27,…
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At Maono Space, we have always been committed to creating a vibrant and supportive community for changemakers. We understand the unique challenges faced by community-based mobilisers and organisers, many of whom work tirelessly in isolation, striving to bring about positive change without access to the resources they need. That’s why Maono was developed—to offer a…
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For the first time in a decade, the world has witnessed a significant decline in social progress. The Social Progress Index highlights that last year, 61 countries saw a decline, 77 stagnated, and only 32 made real progress, with the UK falling into the second tier for the first time. With 4 out of 5…
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Systems change is the goal of our work, promoting Responsive Governments and Active Citizenship. Our pursuit of this goal has continually convinced us that systemic transformation must be built from the ground up. Actual progress lies in adjusting policies and reconfiguring the societal and governance ecosystems that determine whose voices are amplified and silenced. To…
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Growing up as a girl here is tough. Right from birth, the path of our lives is beaten, leading us to places against our own will. In the heart of Shela, a small village in Malindi, a 13-year-old girl faced the grim reality of being married off due to her family’s dire financial situation. In…
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We launched the #FichaUchi campaign to raise awareness about the inadvertent exposure of personal information among Kenyan citizens. Through a series of talk shows broadcasted on community radios across nine counties in Kenya, we sought to shed light on data protection and educate citizens with knowledge about their rights. The discussions touched on various facets…
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📅 Dates: November 25 & 26, 2024
📍 Location: Nairobi, kenya
Unlock the future of data governance with industry leaders, insightful sessions, and networking opportunities!
