Factors hindering effective management of Government Information in Kenya

Kamar, Nerisa (2006) Factors hindering effective management of Government Information in Kenya. In Proceedings IFLA/GIOPS-FAIFE-ECA Seminar on the strategic management of Government Information in Africa, Ethiopia.

Abstract

The role of government information in good governance is explained and the factors hindering effective management of this information in Kenya are discussed. These factors relate to lack of a National Information Policy, poor information communication technology infrastructure, unqualified manpower, information illiteracy, poor remuneration, and lack of commitment from the information professionals. It concludes with how the hindering factors may be handled to ensure timely flow of government information. Keywords: Information, Management, Governance, Kenya