Digital Uprising refers to a movement or phenomenon that involves individuals or groups using digital technologies, particularly the internet and social media, to challenge existing power structures, promote social change, or express dissent. This can include protests, grassroots organizing, viral campaigns, and the dissemination of information that opposes traditional narratives. Digital Uprisings often leverage platforms for mobilization, raising awareness, and fostering community engagement, allowing for rapid and widespread communication beyond geographic limitations. The term encapsulates the transformative potential of technology in facilitating collective action and advocating for rights, justice, or reform in various societal contexts.
Kenya is experiencing a clash between government authority and online dissent over AI-generated content. High-profile abductions, including those of cartoonist Gideon Kibet and activist Billy Mwangi, highlight the risks faced…