Who we are
Athi Community Network CBO is a Tech non-profit that leverages digital technologies for socio-economic empowerment of rural residents of Eastern Kenya such as Athi (A Market Centre in Meru County). We are licensed by the Communications Authority as Service Providers . The licence covers Connectivity, Applications development and Content Creation Services. We seek to tackle unemployment through technology and upskill rural residents, so they can live in dignity. Here at Athi Community Network we strive to create sustainable solutions through our various activities and programs.Our ultimate goal is to enable all our community members enjoy the benefits of internet and the digital economy as a whole .
We believe that the internet is an enabler of activities that promote social progress, economic empowerment and innovation for all, including those who live in rural and deprived regions. Read More..
impact stories
digital inclusion
As we continued with our journey to digitize rural and unreached regions of rural Kenya, we came across a neglected group. Teen Mothers, girls and women of all ages have been left behind in the digital revolution. Athi community network has enhanced its focus on women inclusion in information technology.
projects
CONNECTING THE UNCONNECTED
Capacity Building Project
Supporting Community-led Approaches to Addressing the Digital Divide: Micro-Organisation Work Implementation for Community Networks Project. 28 November 2022- 27 January 2023.
Training areaS
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Structured Cabling
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Working on Communication Towers
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Electronic Equipment Fault Repair
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Institution Strengthening
Focus areas
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— Digital Skills Training
We train people of all ages basic to intermediary level computer skills regardless of their literacy levels or economic status. We train on basic digital literacy, Graphic Design, Web Design, Software Development and other Tech skills.
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— Wireless Internet Service Provider
One of our main targets is improving the availability of high-quality, safe and affordable broadband services in under-served rural areas. We have just received a Communication Network Service Provider License from the Kenyan Government.
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— Content Creation
We create visual content to communicate ideas and messages. We believe that graphic design is a form of art and expression where we strive to develop digital content that is visually appealing and informative. For more please visit our Youtube Channel
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— Climate Adaptation
There is a link between Agriculture and Climate adaptation.We seek to promote use of sustainable energy generation technologies that help conserve the environment and natural resources to curb harm caused by negative human activities.
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The Gig Economy
We believe in creating employment through our various initiatives.Our special purpose vehicle, Project Nuru is a tool for employing online employment opportunities to our community. We are partnering with Ajira Digital , Blue Lion 360 Academy and The The Business Process Outsourcing Association of Kenya.
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-Agri Tech
We seek to promote Precision Agriculture ,access to market information and farm inputs using technologies such Drones, Artificial intelligence, Robotics and “Internet of things” to better farmers’ production and distribution capabilities. The overall goal is to enhance climate smart Agricultural practices.
A Community Initiative
support us
Brian is a Resident of Igembe south Meru County. He did not complete his high school education and thought that his future was bleak. By good fortune, he came to learn about Athi Community Network’s capacity building program where he learnt structured cabling and repairing electronic faults. The project was sponsored by the Association of progressive Communications. Today he earns a living by fixing phones and other electronic devices.
Athi Community Network is a nonprofit and was formed to serve the rural Communities in Eastern Kenya and beyond. Tech infrastructure and upskilling is resource intensive.We need the support of anyone who believes in our mission. Your giving can be channeled by clicking the button below.
Partners
