Kamko is a public-interest digital project and public service mobile application designed to support everyday digital and civic needs in Nepal through centralized access to 24 public-oriented services. The project was initiated and is led by journalist and digital media entrepreneur Roshan Shrestha, and was released on 23 February 2025.[1]
Kamko
| Native Name | कामको |
|---|---|
| Type | Public service mobile application |
| Country | Nepal |
| Developer | Kamko Project (initiated and led by Roshan Shrestha) |
| Released | 23 February 2025 |
| Platforms | Android, iOS |
| Available on | Google Play Store, Apple App Store |
| Pricing | Free |
| Ads | No |
| Subscriptions | No |
| Services | 24 public-oriented services |
| Primary focus | Verified information, civic guidance, digital tools |
Overview
The expansion of digital services in Nepal has increased access to information but has also made users more dependent on fragmented platforms and informal sources. Many essential tools and guides remain scattered across websites, social media pages, and unofficial channels.[2]
Kamko was developed to bring commonly used public-interest information and digital utilities into a single, structured platform.
Background and Purpose
Kamko was created as a response to everyday challenges faced by Nepali users when accessing digital guidance, public-service information, and routine utilities. The project focuses on practicality rather than presentation, with an emphasis on clarity, offline usability, and reference-based information.
Importance and Use
A significant portion of Kamko’s services can be accessed offline, allowing users to rely on the application even with limited or unstable internet connectivity. The app is commonly used for digital guidance, documentation reference, and daily informational needs.[3]
Users rely on Kamko for guidance related to foreign employment and travel, including verification of work and visit visas for multiple countries.The app provides official reference links and contact details of Nepali embassies and diplomatic missions associated with those destinations.
Kamko is also used as a learning resource for digital platforms.,t includes step-by-step guidance on Facebook and YouTube topics such as account recovery, page setup, content management, and monetization-related processes, presented in an instructional format.
Services and Features
Kamko provides access to 24 public-oriented services covering digital help, reference tools, and daily-use utilities. Many of these features are designed to function fully or partially offline.
- Nepali Calendar – A full Bikram Sambat calendar with festivals, tithis, public holidays, and cultural observances
- Festival and Event Information – Reference information on major Nepali festivals and their dates
- Date Converter – Conversion between Bikram Sambat (B.S.) and Gregorian (A.D.) dates
- Visa Verification Guides – Reference-based information for checking foreign work and travel visas across 19 countries
- Embassy and Official Links – Contact details and reference links to Nepali embassies and official sources abroad
- Digital Help Resources – Guidance on Facebook ID recovery, page management, monetization processes, and account security
- YouTube and Content Guidance – Instructional resources related to content publishing and platform policies
- Verified News Access – Nepali and English news content from Khoj Samachar available within the app
- Wikinp Integration – Access to verified biographical and reference information through the Wikinp platform
- Motivational Content – A collection of daily motivational and informational tips, available offline
- Currency Exchange Rates – Reference exchange rate information
- Financial Calculators – VAT, EMI, SIP, and other commonly used calculators
- Utility Tools – General reference tools designed for everyday use
Public Service Model
Kamko operates as a non-commercial application. It does not display advertisements and does not require paid subscriptions. The project is supported through voluntary public donations, which are used to maintain infrastructure, services, and ongoing development.[4]
Donation options, including QR-based contributions, are provided within the application for users who wish to support the project.
Development
Kamko is developed and maintained as a long-term public-interest digital initiative. Its operation involves infrastructure management, content verification, service integration, and regular updates based on public relevance rather than commercial objectives.
Future Plans
The project roadmap includes the addition of further Nepal-focused services. Planned updates aim to expand the number of public-oriented tools beyond the current set, with a long-term goal of incorporating over fifty services based on emerging digital and civic needs.
Availability
Kamko is available on the Google Play Store for Android devices and on the Apple App Store for iOS devices. The application is free to download and use.
External Links
References
- How the Kamko App Created by a Journalist in Rural Nepal Is Helping Nepalis Gain Digital Literacy | Pressenza ↑
- रोशन श्रेष्ठ एपको नाम परिवर्तन, अब “Kamko (कामको)” नामबाट सेवा विस्तार | Khoj Samachar ↑
- How Kamko Became a Digital Companion for Public Services in Nepal – OpEd | Eurasia Review ↑
- How the Kamko App Is Helping Nepalis Gain Digital Literacy in Nepal | enepalese.com ↑