e) Keep abreast with and participate in ICTs both regionally and internationally. 9.6 ROLE OF CONSUMERS AND USERS Consumers and users will be expected to participate in ensuring: a) Universal access and affordability of ICT services; b) Quality of services is maintained; and c) Continued review of Government policy in accordance with technological and consumer trends. 9.7 ICT PROFESSIONAL BODIES The Government will recognise and encourage the formation of national ICT professional bodies registered under the laws of Kenya to foster professional ethics, standards and human resource development. 49