Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Margaret Ndung’u has been appointed to the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Safeguards Strategic Advisory Board at the United Nations.
In a statement on Thursday, July 31, the UN said Ndung’u will provide strategic guidance on the adoption, implementation, and long-term development of the universal DPI safeguards framework.
“Thrilled to introduce Dr. Margaret Nyambura Ndung’u, Senior Researcher & Digital Policy Specialist, to the DPI Safeguards Strategic Advisory Board.
“Margaret provides strategic advice on the adoption, implementation, and long-term evolution of the Universal DPI Safeguards Framework,” the UN stated.
Speaking after landing the plum role, Ndung’u said she is committed to advising the board on the adoption, implementation, and long-term evolution of the framework and ensuring its governance is both effective and sustainable.
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“My aim is to play a central role in large-scale dissemination efforts, raise awareness, and drive broad engagement to enhance understanding of the Framework's significance and its broader impact using my varied networks at the national, continental, and international level,” said the former CS.
The Universal DPI Safeguards Framework is the product of a collaborative, multi-stakeholder effort aimed at ensuring that DPI implementations effectively mitigate risks at both individual and societal levels, support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, and promote trust and equity across all countries.
DPI is made of digital building blocks that allow governments to provide safe and inclusive services to people at scale.
Ndungu’ served as the ICT CS between August and December 2024 before she was replaced by former Kiambu Governor William Kabogo.
In January, Ndung’u declined President William Ruto’s nomination as Kenya's High Commissioner to Ghana.
