About Us
A community-centered connectivity initiative for Kakuma.
Kakuma Digital Network is being established to help refugees and host communities access affordable internet, digital education and opportunities in the connected world.
Background
Why KDN was established
Kakuma Refugee Camp and the surrounding host community face persistent barriers to affordable, reliable internet access. For students, households, entrepreneurs and institutions, the digital divide can limit access to learning, markets, services and information.
KDN was established as a proposed independent community-centered social enterprise to address this gap. The initiative aims to combine affordable connectivity with digital inclusion programmes so that access translates into real opportunity.
KDN is currently in its development and establishment phase. It is not yet an operational or licensed internet service provider.
The digital divide in refugee-hosting communities
Connectivity challenges in refugee-hosting areas can include high costs, limited infrastructure, power constraints, device access gaps and low digital literacy. These barriers often affect women, youth, persons with disabilities and small enterprises most strongly.
- Affordability barriers for households
- Limited connectivity for schools and learning centres
- Small business access to digital markets
- Digital skills and online safety gaps
- Need for inclusive, community-informed design
Mission
To expand affordable, reliable and inclusive internet access in Kakuma while equipping refugees and host communities with the digital skills to learn, work, trade and participate in the digital economy.
Vision
A connected Kakuma where every household, school, business and community institution can access the opportunities of the digital world with dignity, safety and confidence.
Core values
The principles guiding KDN
Community-centered
Design with refugees and host communities, not only for them.
Inclusion
Prioritize affordability, accessibility and participation for underserved groups.
Trust and safety
Protect personal data, promote safe internet use and communicate honestly.
Practical innovation
Use appropriate, maintainable technology suited to local conditions.
Partnership
Collaborate with institutions, providers and funders transparently.
Sustainability
Balance commercial viability with measurable community impact.
Organizational approach
Development first. Transparency always.
KDN will progress through community consultation, technical assessment, regulatory engagement, partnership development and phased implementation. Services will only be presented as available once operational readiness is confirmed.
- Community needs assessment
- Technical and site surveys
- Supplier and regulatory engagement
- Transparent funding priorities
- Pilot design and impact measurement
- Phased expansion when ready
Long-term objectives
From Kakuma to other underserved communities.
- Establish sustainable community connectivity in Kakuma.
- Pair affordable access with digital skills and inclusion.
- Support education, entrepreneurship and local economic participation.
- Build accountable governance and impact reporting.
- Expand into other underserved communities in Kenya when readiness and partnerships allow.
Founder
Founder and Project Lead
Olivier Hoga
Founder and Project Lead
Olivier Hoga is the founder leading the development of Kakuma Digital Network, with a commitment to technology, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship and community development. He is guiding KDN through its establishment phase, partnership development and community-centered planning.
Profile information is limited to confirmed details. Qualifications, awards and previous operational experience are not claimed unless verified and approved.