June 2023 - KICTANet

Re: [kictanet] New Cabinet - Wish List ?
by Barrack Otieno 18 Jul '24

18 Jul '24

Listers, This is indeed good news. We have a lot of hope in Mucheru and Victor Kyalo industry veterans who have indeed worked their way through the trenches. Most importantly we hope to see the return of a multi stakeholder form of engagement in the sector which we have been yearning for in a while. I think as a sector we might need to prepare a wish list for our new leaders and most importantly commit to work with them towards achieving their mandate. The reshuffle is timely still it comes at the end of the year and will allow us to start 2016 on a new slate. Thank you Best Regards On 11/24/15, GG via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > +1 Grace. > > Sending them positive energy! And glad that the two were among the KICTANet > founders. > Rgds. > > --- Original Message --- > > From: "Grace Mutung'u (Bomu) via kictanet" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Sent: 24 November 2015 22:35 > To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > Cc: "Grace Mutung'u (Bomu)" <nmutungu(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] New Cabinet > > One of the issues (I think issue no.3) in the President's speech was > accessibility of leaders to wananchi. With Joe and Kyalo I think we shall > have better ears. > > Congratulations! > > May they pass the vetting. > > Regards, > On 24 Nov 2015 21:29, "Evans Ikua via kictanet" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> @Ngigi you are right. But in the current dispensation, a CS is still >> expected to be a technocrat, as opposed to the days of yore when minister >> was politician. So they will both be at home in their respective >> positions. >> Especially Victor as the accounting officer with his many years in >> government. That's the right position. >> >> Evans >> On Nov 24, 2015 9:17 PM, "Waithaka Ngigi" <ngigi(a)at.co.ke> wrote: >> >>> Evans, >>> >>> Joe Mucheru & Victor Kyalo are old hands in. KE ICT. Both have been >>> entrepreneurs and then at some point moved on to various ventures. So we >>> shouldn't go wrong ‎with either. >>> >>> However, what's the better fit? Mucheru at CS, Victor at PS or the other >>> way round? Victor CS, Mucheru PS? >>> >>> Waithaka Ngigi >>> >>> Alliance Technologies >>> www.at.co.ke >>> *From: *Evans Ikua via kictanet >>> *Sent: *Tuesday, November 24, 2015 8:50 PM >>> *To: *Ngigi Waithaka >>> *Reply To: *KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions >>> *Cc: *Evans Ikua >>> *Subject: *Re: [kictanet] New Cabinet >>> >>> Congrats Hon Joe! That's a great choice for the ICT industry. Well out >>> H.E. >>> >>> Ikua >>> On Nov 24, 2015 8:45 PM, "waudo siganga via kictanet" < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> Congratulations to Joe Mucheru! >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> kictanet mailing list >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ikua.evans%40gmail.com >>>> >>>> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >>>> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >>>> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >>>> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >>>> development. >>>> >>>> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >>>> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >>>> bandwidth, >>>> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, >>>> do >>>> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>>> >>> >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/nmutungu%40gmail.com >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >> bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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Update: Kenya's Cyber Diplomacy at the UN (Policy Brief)
by David Indeje 27 Jul '23

27 Jul '23

[image: Policy Brief.jpg] Dear Listers, Last year, KICTANet made a statement during the Third Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Security of and in the Use of Information and Communications Technologies 2021-2025, UN Headquarters, New York. Our statement "Open-Ended Working Group on Security of and in the Use of Information and Communications Technologies 2021-2025" was read by Ms Grace Githaiga, Convenor, KICTANet, which can be found here https://bit.ly/3SVW03u . Today, we share our policy brief, which: "Looks at the relevant cyber diplomacy developments within the UN with a focus on Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on developments in the field of information and telecommunications in the context of international security, which concluded its work in March 2021. It provides an introduction to the power dynamics that sets the stage and deciphers Kenya’s positioning within the field of nations." The link to download is https://bit.ly/3SVW03u -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Kenya's E-Citizen Portal, What is Missing?
by David Indeje 30 Jun '23

30 Jun '23

Dear Listers, The Kenyan government has digitized at least 5,000 services so far on the portal dubbed eCitizen. The government intends to cover all the remaining services by the end of the year. It is impressive how the government has digitized many services such as agriculture, health, housing and public works, and cooperatives. To find out what is missing? Let us dig in Kenyan Government Launches 5,000 Services Online: What is Missing? <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kenyan-government-launches-5000-services-online-…> -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Unleash your Potential with UNESCO's Exciting Digital Policy Specialist Role
by Gachungi, Lydia 30 Jun '23

30 Jun '23

Do you have a passion for digital policy and transformation? Are you eager to make a profound impact on global digital landscapes? If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you! UNESCO is seeking a Programme Specialist to play a critical role in our Digital Policies and Digital Transformation team, based in Paris. This role provides a unique opportunity to help shape digital policies and facilitate inclusive digital transformation for our Member States and across UNESCO. With your expertise, you'll drive innovative digital governance and policy initiatives, offer technical advice, and foster strategic partnerships. Your work will directly contribute to bridging digital and knowledge divides, including between genders, thereby fostering a technological environment in service of humankind. We're looking for an individual with an advanced degree in relevant fields and at least four years of professional experience in implementing and monitoring ICT for development and/or digital policy projects. Your resource mobilization ability and experience will be important for this role, as this is a rapidly expanding field too. Join us and contribute your skills to help shape a digital future that leaves no one behind. You can apply here<https://careers.unesco.org/job/Programme-Specialist-%28Digital-Policies-and…>. https://careers.unesco.org/job/Programme-Specialist-%28Digital-Policies-and… ?

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Telkom Kenya outage after it is switched off by American Tower Corporation
by Mwendwa Kivuva 29 Jun '23

29 Jun '23

Telkom Kenya has been switched off by American Tower Corporation (ATC) after failing to pay Ksh.200 million in rental fees for 723 masts. Telkom Kenya initially owned the same masts and sold them to ATC and leasing them back. ATC is said to have switched off half the masts leased to Telkom Kenya; this tower blackout has now caused interruptions within the Telkom network. Ironically, Late last year, the government bought back 60 per cent stake from Helios Investment group to reduce the security risk posed by foreign ownership of the important strategic assets. Read more https://www.citizen.digital/business/telkom-customers-experience-service-ou… -- Best Regards, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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Opportunity - International and National Consultancy Openings to Conduct UN Peace & Conflict Analysis
by Gachungi, Lydia 29 Jun '23

29 Jun '23

From: Regev Yehuda Ben Jacob <regev.benjacob(a)un.org> Sent: 29 June 2023 12:10 Subject: Opportunity - International and National Consultancy Openings to Conduct UN Peace & Conflict Analysis Dear EPBN members, Greetings! The UN is looking to hire international and national consultants to jointly undertake a Peace and Conflict Analysis for Ethiopia. Grateful if you can circulate to qualified candidates within your networks. The deadline to apply is 10 July 2023. Here are the links for the job posts: * International Consultant<https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=C000…> * National Consultant<https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=C000…> Thanks and best regards, Regev Regev Ben Jacob HDP Nexus Advisor Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Ethiopia UNECA | Congo Building, 7th floor | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: regev.benjacob(a)un.org<mailto:regev.benjacob@un.org> | Phone: + 251 993825029 Website: https://ethiopia.un.org<https://ethiopia.un.org/> [cid:image003.png@01D9AA87.202AC100] [cid:image004.png@01D9AA87.202AC100] <https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/>

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Scorecard: Accessibility of Kenya Government Websites to Persons with Disabilities
by Nicodemus Nyakundi 27 Jun '23

27 Jun '23

Good afternoon Listers, The *KICTANet Digital Accessibility* team in their pursuit of ICT accessibility and equality for persons with disabilities, conducted an assessment of the *Accessibility of Kenya Government Websites to Persons with Disabilities* and developed a scorecard. The purpose of conducting the assessment is to influence persons with disabilities access to ICTs, their lived experiences, and their input towards ICT policy in Kenya. It is important that information posted for public consumption reaches and remains the same for all. This is to promote equity and equality in access to information and online services. A basic human right provisioned in the Constitution of Kenya 2010, Article 35. The report (available in this* link <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/reports/#>*) provides the scores and ratings of the Kenyan public websites (in reference to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) proposals) and recommendations. From your end what is the best way to address the issues raised in the report as a country? Full report link: *Accessibility of Kenya Government Websites to Persons with Disabilities <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-file=48324>* Regards, *Nicodemus Nyakundi* ICT Accessibility & Equality for PWDs *KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/posts/?feedView=all> <https://twitter.com/KICTANet> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet>

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Kenya falls a cliff in press freedom
by Mwendwa Kivuva 24 Jun '23

24 Jun '23

According to Reporters Without Borders, Kenya’s ranking in press freedom has slid from position 69 globally in 2022 to position 116 in 2023. In Africa, Namibia (22), South Africa (25), and Cabo Verde (33) lead the pack. Sudan (148, Djibouti (162), and Eritrea (174) are the least ranked in the continent which is now described as the ”new disinformation and propaganda laboratory”. Norway (1), Ireland (2), and Denmark (3) lead in press freedom with Vietnam (178), China (179), and North Korea holding the tail at position 180 of all ranked countries. Check the database here https://rsf.org/en/index -- Best Regards, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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Invitation to Participate in Kenya Youth IGF 2023
by Keith Andere 20 Jun '23

20 Jun '23

*Dear Listers,* *Date: Jun 21, 2023 01:45 PM Venue: Virtual* Kenya Youth IGF is a youth-led structure to develop the capacity for coordinating, mobilizing and advocating for meaningful inclusion and engagement of young people in the Kenya IGF in partnership with industry stakeholders to address key Internet issues. Following the success of last year’s edition, this year’s Kenya YouthIGF aims at serving as an interactive discussion platform for organized youth participation from all stakeholder groups to bring up their ideas and concerns. The Forum will further create opportunities for networking, collaboration and creating long-term partnerships between key stakeholders and the community. The outcomes of the forum will feed into the annual 17th edition of the Kenya IGF 2023 happening on 22 June 2023. *Read More:* https://kigf.or.ke/kenya-youth-igf-2023/ *Register Here:* https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-mBbvi0TS72D9oSxVHVKHA#/registr… Looking forward to having an interesting conversation with you all. Karibuni and please share it forward -- *Kind Regards,* *Keith ANDERE* Internet 4 Development *"The internet could be a very positive step towards education, organisation and participation in a meaningful society." ~ Noam Chomsky*

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Mulot SIM Swap
by Victor Kapiyo 19 Jun '23

19 Jun '23

Just how easy is it to do SIM Swap? Seems like the chaps at Mulot bado wanafanya ile kitu. Story below from a recent complaint on Safcom's FB page today: Safaricom PLC you people will loose customers because of this sim swap thing. On 11th April 2023 at around 9:30am, I was at work when all of a sudden my phone's network went off.I couldn't neither make nor receive any calls or messages. I tried restarting the phone all to no avail, I just assumed it was a network error and put the phone on my bag.During lunch break I went home to my daughter who tried all tactics but still nothing. That's when we called customer care and were informed to visit the nearest safaricom shop. We went to Safaricom Nyali,City Mall. That's when I was shocked to hear that my line has been replaced and the following has happened :- 1. Kcb mpesa loan of 79,600 was taken 2. 30,063 was withdrawn from mshwari 3.Mshwari loan of 29,000 was taken 4.Fuliza of 2950 also taken 5.3600 was withdrawn via mobile banking 6.Mpesa balance of 58,525 All this collectively sent to one Dorica Manono and Evans Gucho.These are people I do not know. I reported to Nyali police station under OB number 35/11/04/2023 , I was later informed that the sim swap happened in Mulot area in Bomet. How is that possible yet I stay in Mombasa? KCB and Mshwari are on my neck to pay the said loans.Intrest is already accruing. Some of the cash are for chamas. I tried following up but nothing. My question is , how safe is my money on Safaricom? I need this issue sorted as soon as possible.I can't loose over 200,000 just like that , with this economy.NO!!!!!

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Register Now for the Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2023 #KeIGF2023
by David Indeje 12 Jun '23

12 Jun '23

Dear Listers, We are excited to invite you to the Kenya Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2023, a hybrid event that brings together industry experts, policymakers, stakeholders, and individuals like yourself to discuss and shape the future of the Internet in Kenya. This year, the theme of the forum is "The Internet We Want – Empowering All Kenyan People." Date: June 22, 2023 Time:08:00 AM Platform: Zoom The Kenya IGF serves as a platform for open dialogue and collaboration, addressing critical issues related to Internet governance and its impact on our society. By participating in this event, you will have the opportunity to: 1. Engage in Meaningful Discussions 2. Network with Industry Leaders 3. Learn from Keynote Speakers 4. Influence Decision-making Processes Registration for the Kenya IGF 2023 is now open, and we encourage you to secure your spot by visiting and registering here https://bit.ly/3CnSS9h. Please complete the registration form to receive your unique Zoom access details and additional event information. We look forward to your participation in the Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2023. <https://kigf.or.ke/> -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Future: ICT Regulation -How Would It Look Like in 2030?
by David Indeje 08 Jun '23

08 Jun '23

Dear Listers, We are less than seven years away from our national mental milestone – the year 2030 – gifted to us by the Kibaki regime about 20 years ago as our Vision 2030. Many things were promised and envisioned in that document that touches on our social, economic and political lives. A few will be achieved, but based on our progress so far, many targets are likely to be missed. How does the road ahead look like? ▶️ https://bit.ly/42Aka7e

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Safaricom Expanding Even Further
by Kevin Kamonye 02 Jun '23

02 Jun '23

Dear Safaricom, There is a sincere compliment and request here that I just had to pass on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQGodLqMxYY&t=870s Regards, Kevin ᐧ

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