28 Implementation Model Under the Plan period, the Government will facilitate the migration process from analogue to digital broadcasting. In addition, the ministry plans to spearhead KBC’s restructuring. 6.2.3.2 Communication Authority of Kenya The Kenya Communications Amendment Act (2013), established the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK), as the regulatory body for the communications sector to regulate telecommunications, postal and radio communication services. The CAK’s objectives and mandate are spelt out in the Kenya Information and Communications Act, Cap 411A and Policy Guidelines as to: a. Ensure optimal utilisation of financial, human and physical resources. b. Ensure optimal management of frequency spectrum and numbering and addressing resources. c. Foster growth, competition and investment in the sector. d. Ensure operators’ compliance with the Act, regulations and licensing conditions. e. Ensure the achievement of universal access to ICT services. f. Ensure the development and formulation of adequate standards for the ICT sector in the country. g. Protect the rights of users of ICT services. h. Promote development of ICT systems and services in accordance with recognised international standards, practices and public demands. i. Further the advancement of technology relating to the ICT sector. j. To contribute to overall Government objectives towards human, social and economic development through facilitating universal access and use of ICTs. 6.2.3.3 Postal Corporation of Kenya The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) was established by the Postal Corporation of Kenya Act (1998), to provide communications, distribution and financial services. Currently, PCK has a monopoly in stamp production and provision of private letterboxes. It competes with private operators in all other market segments. The corporation is now being re-positioned to provide new ICT-based products to remaining relevant in an increasingly competitive market environment. The ministry plans to restructure PCK and roll out national electronic payment system utilising PCK. 6.2.3.4 ICT Authority The ICT Authority was established in May, 2013, through Legal Notice under the State Corporations Act Cap 446. During the Plan period, the Authority will: · Develop and position Kenya as the preferred ICT destination in Africa; · Develop and promote competitive ICT industries in Kenya; · Develop world class Kenyan ICT institutions; · Increase access and utilisation for ICT; · Promote the e-government services; and · Roll out Digital Government Initiative. 6.2.3.5 Media Council of Kenya The Media Council of Kenya was established by the Media Act 2007 as the leading institution in the regulation of media, conduct and discipline of journalists. The Council plans to: · Recruit highly skilled staff that will spearhead the implementation of its strategic programmes; · Strengthen the media monitoring unit through the acquisition of a monitoring system; · Spearhead the adoption of a standardised curriculum for middle level training institutions in mass media; and · Develop Elections Reporting Guidelines for journalists in preparation of the 2013 general elections in an effort to promote responsible journalism and foster national cohesion.