On this International Women’s Day 2026, the Communications Authority of
Kenya (CA) joins the global community in celebrating the resilience, innovation, and leadership of women
in shaping Kenya’s digital future.
Across Kenya, women are leveraging ICTs to grow businesses, access markets, pursue education, manage
households, access healthcare information, and participate in governance and civic life.
From rural entrepreneurs using mobile platforms to reach customers, to young girls accessing online
learning resources, ICTs are transforming the role of women in family, society, and the national economy.
Digital access is the gateway to opportunity.
Anchored on this year’s global theme, “Give to Gain,” the Authority continues to foster inclusive digital
transformation that leaves no woman and no community behind through:
i. Universal Access and Service – through the Universal Service Fund, we continue to expand ICT
connectivity to unserved and underserved areas to ensure that women and girls in rural and
marginalized communities are not digitally excluded. Indeed, data shows near parity in access to
and usage of various services:
a. As of 2024, a CA and Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) report indicated 52.9%
of females owned mobile phones (vs. 54.5% males), with usage at 64.4% (females) and
65.5% (males).
b. Nationally, 32.2% of females used the Internet (vs. 37.7% males), and 10.1% used
computers (vs. 13.1% males).
c. Among youth (18-34 years), mobile ownership was 80.7% (females) and 82.4% (males),
with Internet usage at 54.8% (females) and 62.3% (males).

ii. Safeguarding Consumer Rights – by enhancing consumer awareness and strengthening
complaint resolution mechanisms, we are promoting safer digital spaces for all.
iii. Fostering Innovation and Inclusion – by enabling a competitive, secure, and accessible
communications ecosystem that supports women-led enterprises and digital participation.