This country participates in the SIC+ (Safer Internet Centre plus) programme to share knowledge and good practices based on Europe’s experiences. It does not receive EU co-funding.
About the organisation
Kenya joined the SIC+ programme in 2025 (as part of the 2025-2027 BIK project).
Watoto Watch Network is a child-focused nonprofit organisation founded in 2013 and is a leading voice on child online protection in Kenya.
The organisation conducts awareness trainings for children, parents, teachers, law enforcement, and other stakeholders; delivers education sessions in schools and communities; coordinates Kenya’s Safer Internet Day (SID) actions; provides an online safety information hub with resources and tips; and operates a reporting platform where children can raise internet safety concerns.
Through its participation in the SIC+ Programme, the Watoto Watch Network hopes to gain enhanced capacity to strengthen child online protection initiatives in Kenya, including access to best practices, tools, and training models from other countries. We also look forward to deeper collaboration with regional and international partners, improved mechanisms for youth participation, and support in developing a more sustainable, coordinated national approach to online safety.
Awareness centre
Awareness raising on child online protection in Kenya is growing, with schools, NGOs and government agencies increasing trainings for children, parents, and teachers. National campaigns like Safer Internet Day (SID) are reaching wider audiences, and reporting channels are expanding. However, gaps remain in rural areas, digital literacy, and sustained community engagement.
Helpline
Kenya's national Children's Helpline number is 116.
Hotline
Kenya's hotline for reporting child online safety cases is provided by the Communications Authority of Kenya. Find more information and submit a report at https://ke-cirt.go.ke/.
Youth participation
Youth participation in safer internet initiatives is steadily increasing in Kenya, with young people involved in school clubs, peer-led awareness sessions, and digital safety campaigns. Youth ambassadors contribute to Safer Internet Day (SID) and community outreach. Plans include expanding youth-led forums, strengthening digital literacy programmes, and creating more platforms for young people to co-design online safety solutions.
About the organisation
Kenya joined the SIC+ programme in 2025 (as part of the 2025-2027 BIK project).
Watoto Watch Network is a child-focused nonprofit organisation founded in 2013 and is a leading voice on child online protection in Kenya.
The organisation conducts awareness trainings for children, parents, teachers, law enforcement, and other stakeholders; delivers education sessions in schools and communities; coordinates Kenya’s Safer Internet Day (SID) actions; provides an online safety information hub with resources and tips; and operates a reporting platform where children can raise internet safety concerns.
Through its participation in the SIC+ Programme, the Watoto Watch Network hopes to gain enhanced capacity to strengthen child online protection initiatives in Kenya, including access to best practices, tools, and training models from other countries. We also look forward to deeper collaboration with regional and international partners, improved mechanisms for youth participation, and support in developing a more sustainable, coordinated national approach to online safety.
Awareness centre
Awareness raising on child online protection in Kenya is growing, with schools, NGOs and government agencies increasing trainings for children, parents, and teachers. National campaigns like Safer Internet Day (SID) are reaching wider audiences, and reporting channels are expanding. However, gaps remain in rural areas, digital literacy, and sustained community engagement.
Helpline
Kenya's national Children's Helpline number is 116.
Hotline
Kenya's hotline for reporting child online safety cases is provided by the Communications Authority of Kenya. Find more information and submit a report at https://ke-cirt.go.ke/.
Youth participation
Youth participation in safer internet initiatives is steadily increasing in Kenya, with young people involved in school clubs, peer-led awareness sessions, and digital safety campaigns. Youth ambassadors contribute to Safer Internet Day (SID) and community outreach. Plans include expanding youth-led forums, strengthening digital literacy programmes, and creating more platforms for young people to co-design online safety solutions.
