August 2012 - KICTANet

Media council of Kenya- Media Monitoring Reports on Coverage of Mombas Republican Council and Police Helicopter Crash
by Victor bwire 16 Aug '12

16 Aug '12

These publications might be informative reads Regards Victor Bwire Media Council of Kenya

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Freedom Online conference in Kenya- 6th and 7th September
by Phyllis Nyambura 16 Aug '12

16 Aug '12

*Freedom Online conference in Kenya-6th -7th September* * * *Kenya will be hosting the 2nd Freedom Online Conference on 6th and 7thSeptember at UNON complex, Gigiri. * * * *The conference that was first held at The Hague, Netherlands in December, 2011, *will focus on building stronger support for internet freedom, and articulate the importance of internet freedom for development and governance. The Conference themes are: *ICT, entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility*; *Censorship vs freedom of expression, assembly and association*; *Access to the Internet: challenges and opportunities*. Kenya is among the 17 member states that subscribe to the ideology that *keeping the internet open and free is a worldwide endeavor, which requires worldwide efforts.* * * Kenya’s hosting of the conference is an important step for Internet freedom in Africa and for the Coalition’s efforts globally. By building stronger support for Internet freedom across Africa and articulating its importance for development, African states can be a model for developing countries around the world. By focusing on the importance of Internet freedom for development and governance, the Coalition will underline the potential of a free and open Internet for people around the world. * * *Already, a good number of Ministers, government officials, and top dignitaries from around the world have confirmed their attendance. * * * *We wish to invite all stakeholders to the event and be part of the movement that determines how free the Internet will get. To Register please send an email to **freedomonline(a)ict.go.ke.* **** For more information about the event please visit www.freedomonlinekenya.org Twitter: @freedomonlineke Phyllis Nyambura Kenya ICT Board

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Frequently Forgotten Fundamental Facts about Software Engineering
by Agosta Liko 16 Aug '12

16 Aug '12

A good read ....

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Kenya IT labour Pool
by waudo siganga 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

[1]http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-19234417 References 1. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-19234417

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Re: [kictanet] Konza Land Issue Attn Matunda and Ali (Barrack Otieno)
by Matunda Nyanchama 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Friends I hope Dr Ndemo has taken the sound advice offered in this forum, especially the "right to reply aspect" and the means to do so: oped piece, press conference, etc. My behind the scenes consultations suggest the same, i.e. the PS is best placed to respond because, unlike most of us, he is most intimate with the issue at hand. He has the facts with which to counter the issue and understands the process of government procurement better than most of us with little or no experience in government. As an industry and fans of the work the PS has been doing, we can lend support; and in doing so seek complete transparency in the manner the authorities treat the matter. And that no siasa, no vendetta, etc drive the matter. Indeed, as a country with new laws and one aspiring to strengthen the rule of law, due process is a requirement for every one. We can ask that of the investigators from KACC. Further, as people interested in seeing technology play a major role in economic transformation, we should also seek that the efforts and investments made so far towards this end be safeguarded as a matter of national interest; and that the investigations not become disruptive of the momentum gathered so far. Shukrani. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Matunda Nyanchama, PhD, CISSP; mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com Agano Consulting Inc.; www.aganoconsulting.com; Twitter: nmatunda; Skype: okiambe ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be prepared for ICT security failures & know how to respond when they happen! Call: +1-888-587-1150 or info(a)aganoconsulting.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "The best revenge is massive success" - Frank Sinatra----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This e-mail, including attachments, may be privileged and may contain confidential or proprietary information intended only for the addressee(s). Any other distribution, copying, use, or disclosure is unauthorized and strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and permanently delete the message, including any attachments, without making a copy. Thank you.

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ITU launches public consultation for the World Conference on International Telecommunications (WCIT-12)
by alice＠apc.org 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

To read the press release, please visit http://www.itu.int/net/pressoffice/press_releases/2012/53.aspx To provide your input to the WCIT-12, please visit http://www.itu.int/en/wcit-12/Pages/public.aspx Best Alice

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An interesting IT twist in the olympics: Julius Yego
by Areba Collins [ ＠BrainiacKE ® ] 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

This goes directly to Dr Ndemo & Kukubo, and others that may be high up there in as far as ICT matters are Involved. This Athlete Julius Yego presents an interesting twist to the role of ICT in everyday life. His story if i got it correctly has an interesting mix of ICT and sports. Lacking a coach, he used youtube videos to learn how to throw the javelling correctly, and there he is, at the tail end of the javelling in london 2012 but still wearing a proud Kenyan flag in the list. He gets an A for guts, A for creative use of Technology and an A for determination. I think the above mentioned should arrange for him to get something small, possibly use him as a technology Brand ambassador of sorts... -- *“The twentieth century has been characterized by three developments of great political importance: the growth of democracy, the growth of corporate power, and the growth of corporate propaganda as a means of protecting corporate power against democracy”*

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Medical Records Manager - Role Profile
by Ali Hussein 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Listers Anyone with the following qualifications (or if you know someone with the same) please inbox me. Regards -- *Ali Hussein|Managing Partner* * *Telemedia Africa Azania Technology Group Chaka Court, Argwings Kodhek Road P O Box 14556-00100 Office: +254 737 751409 Cell: +254 773/713 601113 *Nairobi, Kenya* Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo "You generally hear that what a man doesn't know doesn't hurt him, but in business what a man doesn't know does hurt.". - E. St. Elmo Lewis, member, Advertising Hall of Fame

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Jon "maddog" Hall to Give the Keynote Address at the Software Freedom Day Kenya 2012
by Evans Ikua 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Software Freedom Day 2012* - 1st September 2012 *Open Source Developers Challenge *- 31st August 2012 Strathmore University, Nairobi* Theme:* “An Innovative, Open Future for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development”* The success of the Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) development model has made immeasurable contributions to the development of information and communication technology (ICT). FOSS is software that gives the user the freedom to use, to alter and to share it. Since the software source code is readily available, the users are able to make changes to suit their requirements. FOSS therefore has very many benefits compared to the proprietary and closed source alternatives. This openness means that FOSS is the embodiment of innovation and collaboration. This leads to better software, and ease of access to technology. The end result is that better and affordable solutions become available to enhance the quality of life of people from all over the world. This is is even more evident in poor countries where the large masses of unemployed youth can easily arm themselves with technology tools that can give them an opportunity to earn a living and improve their quality of life. Today, open source runs most of the technologies that we use. More than half of all mobile devices being sold run the open source Android operating system. More than a 3rd of worlds Domain Name Server (DNS), run on BIND, literally the glue that keeps the Internet together, which is open source. Over 70% of the web pages on the Internet are hosted on the open source Apache web server, while about 95% of the world's super computers run on Linux, arguably the most successful open source project. Nearly all the popular social media applications like Facebook, Twitter, Google, LinkedIn, YouTube etc, are built on open source tools. The Internet would probably not be as pervasive as we know it today if it was not for free and open source software. Today we have a future that promises openness. The Kenya Government is only the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to launch Open Data. The Open Educational Resources and Open Learning are becoming important resources. The Wikipedia (built on open source) is a blazing success in Open Content development and collaboration. *The Software Freedom Day 2012 (1st September 2012) *The Software Freedom day is a concept that was started by the Software Freedom Foundation and is aimed to celebrate the FOSS movement and community. It is also meant to educate the public about the benefits of using FOSS. SFD is held every 3rd Saturday of September and organized by local FOSS communities. However, a team organizing an SFD event in their locality are free to alter the date to suit the local requirements and circumstances. LPA-Kenya last organized the SFD in 2007. We are now planning this event to be a yearly celebration in line with our strategic plan. The conference will also be preceded by various training workshops which are aimed at imparting practical skills in the leading open source tools, which will be facilitated by some of the leading open source experts in Kenya. This year´s SFD Kenya will be graced by Jon ¨maddog¨ Hall, the Director of Linux International. Mr Hall, or maddog as he is widely known, is a globally renowned Open Source advocate, having supported the early development of Linux. This involvement brought him to a very close working relationship with Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux. He has worked for Western Electric Corporation, Aetna Life and Casualty, Bell Laboratories, Digital Equipment Corporation, VA Linux Systems, and SGI. It was during his time with Digital that he initially became interested in Linux, and was instrumental in obtaining equipment and resources for Linus Torvalds to accomplish his first port, to Digital's Alpha platform. He resides in the USA. The guests of honour will be the Hon. Prof. Ayiecho Olweny, the Assistant Minister in the Ministry of Education and Dr Bitange Ndemo, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Communications. Other distinguished guests will be senior leaders in Government, Academia and from the business community. *Open Source Developer Challenge (31st August 2012)* Along with the SFD, the Linux Professional Institute (East Africa) will sponsor the Open Source Developers challenge. This event is targeted at students who are interested in developing software applications and solutions using Open Source tools. This challenge is open to students in all Universities and tertiary training institutions who are studying Computer Science and other related courses. There will be various prizes to be won e.g. laptops, tablets, smart phones, training manuals, LPI exam vouchers and many more. The winners will be announced and awarded during the cocktail that will be hosted on the evening of Friday, 31st August 2012. Project submissions will be done through the IT Heads of Departments or Deans. *Conference Objectives:* 1. Celebrate the FOSS Movement in Kenya 2. Officially launch the LPA-Kenya strategic plan 3. Raise Awareness about FOSS in the public and private sector and the general public 4. Create interest about FOSS in Educational institutions 5. Present FOSS opportunities suitable to the local industry. 6. Bring the local FOSS community together for networking opportunities 7. Inspire the upcoming generation of Open Source developers and systems administrators 8. Present opportunities for FOSS Business models Along with the SFD event, LPA Kenya will also conduct various training workshops on leading open source tools in the week preceding the conference. For more information and booking details, please visit the LPA website at www.lpakenya.org -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Skype: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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Position Vacant
by Evans Ikua 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

*EXECUTIVE OFFICER – LINUX PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF KENYA* The Linux Professional Association of Kenya (LPA-Kenya) is a business membership organization whose main objective is to promote the commercial and professional use of Linux and other Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). The main aim of the association is to support its members by providing a credible central point of reference in the IT industry for FOSS. The LPA seeks to fill the position of Executive Officer. *Duties and Responsibilities:* 1. To run the LPA secretariat on a day to day basis 2. To oversee the execution of the LPA Strategic Plan 3. To develop and enhance LPA's membership recruitment 4. To carry out fund raising activities for the Association 5. To organize marketing and training events 6. To spearhead the Association's Media and Communication Strategy 7. To maintain a steady engagement with LPA members and partners *Qualifications and Skills* 1. At least a Degree Preferably in Business IT, Information and Communications, Marketing, or any related fields. 2. At least 3 year's working experience in Marketing, Communications, Advocacy or related field. 3. Experience in Fund raising 4. Ability to network and build communities 5. Excellent communication and organization skills 6. Good Internet and computing skills 7. Experience in event management 8. Excellent Management and Interpersonal skills 9. Self starter, able to work with limited supervision and deliver results This is a full time position with an attractive remuneration package and flexible working hours. To apply, please send your application to xo(a)lpakenya.org -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Skype: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831 -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Skype: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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