Rahmetulla, H; Kaplan, J.; Gigler, S. ;Custer, S.; Kiess, J. and Brigham, C. (2011) Open Data Kenya- DRAFT; Open Development Technology Alliance, World Bank Publications. .
This draft paper outlines underlying drivers, principal objectives and the evolution of the Kenya OpenData Initiative from inception to realisation. A comparative study of Kenya Open Data and relatedUS and UK initiatives is included, highlighting implications for the applicability of a ‘defaultmodel’ in developing countries. This paper also provides preliminary insights int
o the platform’saccess and usage patterns since the launch, as well as perceived present and future impact of thisinitiative in Kenya. Finally, it outlines the vision moving forward describing the principal barriersand supportive factors that must be addressed for the effective use of public sector information inKenya.Adopting a mixed-mode research design, the studydraws upon surveys, observational data and interviews conducted with key actors.
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