Legislative and Policy Regime on Information & Knowledge Sharing through indigenous Knowledge in Kenya

Abstract

Legislative and policy on information and knowledge enhances information sharing which is considered a valuable avenue to increasing organizational efficiency and performance. In the 21st century, there have emerged new technologies in information and communication which have shaped the process of sharing information across organizations. In Kenya, the government has put in place some legislation and policies to regulate information sharing in various sectors of the economy. However, information sharing is a critical task as legislation and policies cannot fully control sharing of information. Kenya’s Constitution explicitly provides for access to information through enactment and implementation of an access to information law. With the emergence in use of electronic resources, implementation of copyright law, licensing, and other information laws have changed drastically. This article will review the implementation of electronic resources and how it impacts on provision of information and knowledge sharing including procurement and collection development. Legislative and policy issues to be considered will include copyright, licensing, and database protection. This study aims to conduct a review of literature in legislative and policy regime on information and knowledge sharing in Kenya with the view to understanding their impact in the digital era and how the role of information professionals, policies, and other legislative factors contributing to enhancement of information and knowledge sharing.