June 2024 - KICTANet

Call for Film Submissions to the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival
by kehinde Adegboyega 10 Jun '24

10 Jun '24

Call for Film Submissions to the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival ABOUT AIHRFF The Human Rights Journalists Network Nigeria (HRJN) is proud to present the 3rd edition of the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival (AIHRFF): Documenting Resilience. This festival is our initiative to spark important conversations about a wide range of human rights issues through the powerful medium of film. A Growing Platform for Human Rights Stories Over the past two editions, the festival has become a significant platform for filmmakers and human rights advocates. We've received over 3,000 film submissions and screened more than 200 films. In addition to these screenings, we've curated over 10 panel discussions and conversations on pressing human rights issues, including gender equality in housing and technology, press freedom in Africa, and climate justice. The festival has also hosted masterclasses led by renowned filmmakers worldwide, providing invaluable learning opportunities for aspiring creators. 2024 THEME: CELEBRATING RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF REPRESSION This year's festival theme is RESILIENCE. We will celebrate the unwavering spirit of communities, journalists, and human rights defenders who continue to fight for a just world despite facing repression. The festival will showcase stories of communities facing different human rights violations like illegal demolitions and displacement, yet continue to fight back and demand change. We will explore how these communities and individuals collaborate to resist oppression and build a better future. Join Us in Documenting, Inspiring, and Building Resilience We invite you to partner with the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival. Submit your films and join us in documenting these stories of resilience, inspiring action, and empowering communities to fight for their rights. Let's work together to create a platform that highlights human rights issues and celebrates the strength and perseverance of those who stand up against injustice. Submit Your Films Now! Be a part of this impactful event and share your stories with the world. For submission guidelines and deadlines, please visit our submission page: https://filmfreeway.com/AfricaInternationalHumanRightsFilmFestival or at https://aihrff.hrjnet.org/. We look forward to your participation in the 3rd Africa International Human Rights Film Festival.

1 0

The Inaugural NRF Hackathon 2024
by Paul Magacha 09 Jun '24

09 Jun '24

Dear Listers, The Inaugural NRF Hackathon 2024 was a success and culminated with different winners in the hackathon challenges and innovative solutions developed by the youthful participants. The event was graced by seven industry expert judges including John Walubengo, Esther Muchiri, Tonya Nyakeya, John Gichuki among others. The judges evaluated 32 innovative cybersecurity solutions and ideas that the participants developed using emerging technologies such as Blockchain, AI etc. Thank you all for your support in this event that helped in making it a success as we continue to nurture and mentor our youth. See below link for a snippet of the event; https://youtu.be/lEb3E6hrc3Y?si=TGiFgHk4N2Is0Vng Looking forward to the 2025 edition! Best Regards, Paul. Sent from my iPhone

1 0

Effect of Data Minimization on Small Businesses
by N N 06 Jun '24

06 Jun '24

Dear Listers, https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/industry/lipa-na-m-pesa-to… The onset of data minimization will have a great effect on small businesses which rely on API's to record and credit recurrent payments to the accounts of their customers. An example is an estate agency which collects rent through a till number and an API credits payments to rent accounts based on the phone number. With the current masking on the number i.e. +2547xxxxx015 or the default +254700000000, the API will no longer know where to credit the rent received via till. Another example is the Naivas Supermarket Loyalty program which rewards loyalty points automatically to a customer who pays for shopping via Lipa na MPESA. Going forward, this will not be possible. Not sure whether there is any workaround around this problem. I personally think the data minimization should apply to generated till statements and not to information shared at an API level since this affects how some systems work. Or there should be a provision where businesses commit not to share data collected through payments with third parties under any circumstances. At the very least, data minimization should happen at the person to person level where MPESA allows me to know your three names just because I sent you money. Please share your thoughts. Best Regards, -------------------------------- *Nick Ngatia* Email <nick.ngatia(a)childrenyouth.org> *|* Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/niccoswagg1> *|* *Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/nickngatia> **| LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-ngatia-a6b06a7b?trk=nav_responsive_tab_pro…> * *Skype:* *nick.ngatia** |* *Phone:* *+25**4 (0) 711 42 2015* *"Development Towards Sustainability is far too more important to leave it to chance."* ---------------------------------

5 6

Alert: Invitation to Stakeholder Engagement the ODPC Guidance Note for the Communication Sector
by David Indeje 04 Jun '24

04 Jun '24

Dear Listers, KICTANet <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> in partnership with Article 19 East Africa <https://www.article19.org/> is hosting a breakfast Meeting with Stakeholders in the telecommunications sector to engage on the ODPC Guidance Note for the Communication Sector <https://www.odpc.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ODPC-Guidance-Note-for-th…> *.* The meeting seeks to raise awareness of the ODPC Guidance Note, and discuss the challenges and opportunities for businesses in the communications sector in protecting the right to privacy. Please see concept note and programme <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/stakeholder-engagement-on-the-odpc-guidance-note…> for more details on the event. This meeting will be held on 5th June 2024 from 7:30 am to 11:00 pm in Nairobi. We have 5 slots for individuals working on data protection on a first-come first-served basis. If interested, please email Nzambi at nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke at your earliest convenience. -- *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/> ______________________________________

1 0

Re: REQUEST FOR COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT COMPETITION AMENDMENT BILL, 2024
by Angela Minayo 04 Jun '24

04 Jun '24

Dear Listers, The Competition Authority is calling for comments on the Draft Competition (Amendment) Bill 2024 by *11th June 2024*. Notably, the bill seeks to widen the ambit of the Competition Authority to digital markets. ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa is preparing its submission and if you would like your organisation to be part of this process please reach out to me at *angelaminayo@article19. org* Best Regards, *Angela Minayo Kidiavai*

2 1

#KeIGF2024: Shaping Kenya's Digital Future: Join the 17th Kenya Internet Governance Forum
by David Indeje 04 Jun '24

04 Jun '24

Dear listers, The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KeIGF) is back for its 17th edition! This year's theme, "Building Kenya's Multistakeholder Digital Future," aligns with the global IGF theme, fostering a collaborative approach to shaping Kenya's digital landscape. *Key Themes for 2024* - Harnessing Innovation and Managing Risks - Digital Technologies for Development - Advancing Digital Inclusion - Strengthening Multistakeholder Governance Over 300 individuals from various sectors are expected to participate in the forum, which will be a hybrid event with both online and offline components on June 27, 2024. <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/keigf-2024-shaping-kenyas-digital-future-togethe…> -- *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/> ______________________________________

1 0