One set of standards for a trustworthy digital government
Discover the standards every public ICT system must meet, and how to get your company or team accredited.
Why standards matter
One set of rules, so every government system can talk to each other
The ICT Authority sets and enforces the technical, security and procurement standards that every public ICT system in Kenya must meet. Standards protect citizen data, keep public money out of substandard equipment, and make sure a system built in one county can connect cleanly to a system built in another.
Mandatory compliance
All national and county government ICT projects must comply before rollout.
Reviewed regularly
Standards are revised as technology, threats and regulation evolve.
Supplier accreditation
ICT vendors and professionals are accredited against these standards.
Independently audited
Compliance is verified through audits, site visits and certification renewal.
4 standards categories
Covering infrastructure, data, software and telecoms
GEA framework
The 9 Government ICT Standards
The Government Enterprise Architecture (GEA) Framework defines the minimum components of every public-service ICT plan. Nine standards across six domains are mandatory for Ministries, Counties and Agencies.
Government Enterprise Architecture Standard (v3.0)
The blueprint for aligning government business processes and technology deployment — the foundation every other GEA standard builds on.
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Government Interoperability Framework (GIF) Standard (v3.0)
Enables seamless integration and data exchange across ministries, counties and agencies.
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IT Governance Standard 2023
Defines the oversight and management frameworks required for ICT operations across the public service.
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ICT Networks Standard 2023
Establishes network architecture, design and security requirements for government networks.
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Fibre Optic-Backbone, Metro and Last Mile Infrastructure Standard 2025
Connectivity infrastructure requirements for the national fibre backbone, metro and last-mile networks.
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Public Wi-Fi Standard 2025
Guidelines for the deployment of public wireless network hotspots in markets, public spaces and institutions.
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Data Centre Standard 2023 (Third Edition)
Specifies infrastructure, environmental control and redundancy requirements for government data centres.
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Cloud Computing Standard 2023
Governs the adoption and implementation of cloud services across the public service.
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End-User Computing Devices Standard 2023
Defines device specifications and lifecycle-management protocols for government end-user computing.
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Systems & Applications Standard 2023
Governs the selection, development and deployment of government software and applications.
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Information Security Standard 2023
Sets cybersecurity, risk-management and incident-response requirements protecting public data and systems.
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Electronic Records Management Standard 2023
Guides the capture, retention and disposal of electronic records held by public-service bodies.
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Digitization of Public Records Standard 2023
Guides the conversion of paper government records into managed digital formats.
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ICT Human Capital & Workforce Development Standard 2023
Addresses the ICT skills, staffing and workforce-development requirements of public bodies.
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Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Standard
Guides the implementation of ERP systems across government agencies.
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KS2952
Kenya Accessibility Standard for ICT Products & Services
Ensures government ICT systems and services are accessible to all users, including persons with disabilities.
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Government systems
Standards-related systems & portals
The live online portals where the Authority's standards are taught, applied, monitored and certified across the public service.
ICT Suppliers Accreditation
Companies supplying ICT goods and services to government register, apply and renew here. Categorisation is based on past projects and staff competencies.
accreditation.icta.go.ke
ICT Professionals Accreditation
Individual ICT practitioners apply, validate and lodge complaints. Includes a public register of accredited individuals.
professionals.icta.go.ke
Masomo Learning Portal
The GOK ICT Standards Learning Management System — online courses on the GEA framework and each standard, with certification on completion.
masomo.icta.go.ke
ICTA E-Board Portal
Online repository for Board of Directors operations — meeting files, calendar and member information in one secure place.
board.icta.go.ke
NOC Helpdesk
Network operations centre helpdesk for incidents on government-managed infrastructure. 24×7 contact: helpdesk@icta.go.ke / 020 667 6999.
Contact NOC
Standards Secretariat
Direct line to the Authority's Standards team for interpretation, technical clarifications and accreditation-related queries.
standards@ict.go.ke
Supplier & professional accreditation
How to get accredited
Four steps to becoming a recognised ICT supplier or professional within the Kenyan government ecosystem.
1
Register on the portal
Create an account on the Accreditation Portal and select your category — supplier, contractor or professional.
2
Submit documentation
Upload company registration, tax compliance, technical capability and staff qualification documents.
3
Assessment & verification
Our standards team reviews your submission and may schedule a technical or site verification visit.
4
Certificate issued
Approved applicants receive an accreditation certificate, valid for renewal review every two years.
Documents
All standards documents
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Ready to apply for accreditation?
Register on the Accreditation Portal or speak to our standards team about your specific category.