Blogs
Understanding the Growth of Cybercrime in Nepal
- Open Knowledge Nepal | Tue Aug 05 2025
Nepal is experiencing an unprecedented digital transformation. As of 2025, the country has over 16.5 million internet users, which is about 55.8% of the total population. With 16.5 million social media users and over 39 million mobile connections, surpassing the population itself, the digital footprint of Nepalese citizens has expanded rapidly. The Digital Profile of Learn more
Unlocking Transparency with Open Data Editor: Join Us at DRAPAC25 and Open Tech Camp Kuala Lumpur 2025
- Nikesh Balami | Mon Aug 04 2025
Data is power, but only when it’s accessible, clean, and usable. In a region where digital authoritarianism is on the rise, empowering civil society with practical data tools isn’t just helpful, it’s essential for protecting democratic values and human rights. Why This Matters Now The Digital Rights Asia-Pacific Assembly returns for its third edition on Learn more
Turning Promises into Progress: Women in Data Conference 2025
- Open Knowledge Nepal | Wed Mar 12 2025
What happens when data meets action? The Women in Data (WiD) Conference 2025 provided the answer, bringing together professionals, policymakers, and data enthusiasts to explore the power of data in driving gender equality and inclusive development. Organized by the Women in Data Steering Committee, a coalition of 12 leading organizations, and supported by The Asia Learn more
Announcing the Women in Data Conference 2025
- Open Knowledge Nepal | Sun Feb 09 2025
We are thrilled to announce that the Women in Data Conference 2025 will take place on February 25, 2025, in Kathmandu, Nepal. Under this year’s theme, “सङ्कल्प: Using Data to Turn Promises into Progress,” the conference will highlight the transformative power of actionable commitments in advancing gender equality. This flagship event celebrates and empowers women Learn more
PublicBodies Datathon: Rethinking Access to Public Information in Nepal
- Open Knowledge Nepal | Wed Jan 15 2025
On January 11, 2025, Open Knowledge Nepal (OKN) with support from Accountability Lab Nepal, hosted the PublicBodies Datathon at Hotel Himalaya. This datathon marked a critical milestone in advancing transparency and accountability in Nepal. By bringing together students, professionals, and governance experts, the datathon aimed to tackle a pressing issue: the lack of accessible and Learn more
