from MARIA MACHARIA in Nairobi, Kenya
Kenya Bureau
NAIROBI, (CAJ News) – THE inABLE Inclusive Africa Conference 2026, a platform that continues to champion digital accessibility and inclusion across the continent, has opened in Kenya.
William Gitau, the host Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy, officially opened the event, saying digital accessibility must be integrated into every stage of policy development, infrastructure deployment, product design and service delivery to ensure no one is left behind.
He said Kenya is making significant progress through the Digital Superhighway programme, which is connecting schools, hospitals, government institutions and communities across the country.
“Through investments in digital infrastructure, innovation hubs and the expansion of online government services, the Ministry is creating opportunities for all Kenyans to participate meaningfully in the digital economy.”
Gitau commended collaboration between government agencies, standards bodies and accessibility advocates in developing Kenya’s national standard for accessibility of ICT products and services, which he said is a significant milestone in aligning the country’s digital ecosystem with international best practices.
“Accessibility remains a central pillar of these efforts, particularly for learners and citizens with disabilities who must be able to access education, information and public services without barriers,” he added.
Running until Thursday, the inABLE Inclusive Africa Conference is the largest event in Africa dedicated to disability inclusion and digital accessibility.
It is hosted by the non-profit organisation inABLE.
– CAJ News