Kijiji Yeetu Community Network is revolutionizing connectivity by bridging the digital divide and reaching remote, underserved communities in Ugunja, Siaya. By leveraging the transformative power of community networks, Kijiji Yeetu provides affordable, secure internet services, enabling both individuals and organizations to connect directly with service providers. This model ensures accessibility and sustainability in areas where connectivity was once a distant dream.
Expanded Key Impacts:
- Over 100 hotspot users connected, providing seamless internet access to public spaces.
- More than 30 households connected, bringing internet directly into homes for learning, work, and communication.
- 1,900 users accessing the internet, fostering greater inclusion and participation in the digital world.
- 1,800 new accounts created, empowering users with digital tools for innovation and opportunities.
- Educational Outreach: Connectivity extended to ten schools, including Umina, Raduodi, Nyansanda, Sirandumb, Ambira, and Ngunya, enabling access to digital learning resources.
- Capacity Building: Training programs for 200 net wardens and 70 elderly individuals on digital literacy and meaningful internet use.
- Health and Resource Centers: Internet access provided to Ambira Hospital center, Ambira Chief Office and a resource center, enhancing access to vital services.
- Infrastructure Development: 10 community hotspot nodes and the 33-meter mast improve signal strength and coverage.
Kijiji Yeetu is a trailblazer in digital inclusion, transforming lives by empowering last-mile communities with reliable internet access. This initiative aligns with Kenya’s vision of a digitally connected future, accelerating socio-economic development and fostering inclusion.
The support from partners – 48percent.org Internet Society Foundation Association for Progressive Communications Internet Society ICANN Connect Humanity Catalyst Now Missions Publiques The Tor Project IEEE Future Networks The African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI) ICT Authority Communications Authority of Kenya Access Now Giga Ltd.
Kijiji Yeetu exemplifies the power of collaboration in driving sustainable change and creating opportunities for all. #CommunityNetworks
