February 2025 - KICTANet

Save the Date: Inaugural Africa Tech Policy Summit
by David Indeje 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Dear Listers, *Date:* May 12th - 16th, 2025 *Time:* 08:00 - 18:00 Hours Daily *Location:* Nairobi, Kenya Join KICTANet for the inaugural Africa Tech Policy Summit, a landmark event bringing together policymakers, private sector leaders, academia, civil society, and tech startups across the continent. *Key Highlights* - *Harmonising Tech Policies* - *Focus on Emerging Technologies* - *Multi-stakeholder Engagement* *Sub-Events* - *Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KeIGF):* Celebrating its 18th edition, KeIGF will focus on "Tech for human development: Policy, Innovation and Inclusive Governance." Alongside the national IGF, a youth IGF as well as a Children’ IGF shall be convened during the week. See the Kenya IGF 2024 Report <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/kenya-igf-report-2024/>. - *East Africa Internet Governance Forum:* This regional forum will facilitate inter-country exchanges and best practice sharing among East African stakeholders. We shall also have exhibitions, a platform for stakeholders to share their work by showcasing tech policy solutions, research outputs, and regulatory innovations. "The overall aim of the Summit is to generate actionable recommendations for harmonizing tech policies across Africa, foster partnerships among stakeholders, and identify pathways for supporting innovation and inclusive digital transformation. " *We invite you to join us for this exciting event. **Further details and registration information will be shared soon. If you would like to exhibit, kindly reach out via info(a)kictanet.or.ke <info(a)kictanet.or.ke> * -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *@**KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> * Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals Connect With Us <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> ______________________________________

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Applications Open: Public Policy & Leadership in Africa Programme – Shaping Africa’s Future, Strong & Informed Leaders
by Kevin Makanga 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Dear Leader, Designed for leaders in the public and private sectors across Africa involved in public policy decision-making and implementation. *Targets *government officials, parastatal executives, and county government members. Includes *an international module* at *UCT, South Africa (Sep 22-26, 2025)*. *Program Fees*: Kes. 800,000 (Fee exclusive of visa and air ticket costs). Participants selected based on professional achievements and roles. *Inquiries:* kmakanga(a)strathmore.edu; +254719573527 *(mobile + WhatsApp)*. For fee payment details and more regarding the programme, kindly see the provided attachments. Link to Webpage: https://sbs.strathmore.edu/public-policy-leadership-in-africa-programme/ Looking forward to hosting you for the programme. [image: Public Leadership in Africa Programme Banner] <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdZqKgKcT8ASMwgScqV5/https%3A%2F%2Fsbs…> Greetings from Strathmore University Business School. Thank you for taking interest in this programme. Overview Media reports often highlight challenges in the public sector, such as inefficiencies, rights abuses, and a disconnect with citizens. A strong governance framework, emphasizing the rule of law, inclusion, transparency, collaboration, and participation is critical to improve the quality of a society. Effective leadership, informed policy-making, and partnerships are key to achieving this vision. Public sector leaders need to embody these principles, inspire their teams, and build trust with citizens. Join us to enhance your public leadership skills in alignment with Agenda 2063 <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdVIyLsR_44YEQhmB9Gs/https%3A%2F%2Fau.…>, focusing on strengthening governance and ethical leadership in African governments. Introduction Strathmore University's Institute of Public Policy and Governance (IPPG) is committed to strengthening public sector leadership in Africa. This course is designed to support public sector leaders in Africa in aligning with Agenda 2063‘s objectives. ------------------------------ *It focuses on strengthening governance skills and enhancing the efficiency of African governments.* ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Participants will also gain insights into ethical leadership and key governance values.* Programme Benefits Elevate your leadership capabilities and strategic insights with our comprehensive programme tailored for African governance. The following are the benefits: - Practical insights into Agenda 2063 - Guidance from renowned policy and leadership experts - Networking opportunities - Focus on enhancing ethics in leadership - Strategies for improving efficiency and effectiveness in African governance Target Participants The programme is designed for both Public and Private Sector Leaders in African countries who are involved in critical decision making in the making of public policy and its implementation. These includes Government officials: - PS, Secretaries, and directors; - Parastatal officials: CEO, Directors, and Senior managers; - County Governments like CEC, County Executives Committee members, Chief Officers. Participants will be selected based on professional achievements and organizational responsibilities. Key Focus Areas The fundamentals of Public Leadership, including its political nature, in the 21st Century: How Globalization, decentralization, and knowledge economies are redefining public sector leadership as change agents and guardians of public service values. The Dynamics of Public Leadership in Africa: The course explores how leadership dynamism in policy enactment impacts implementation in African countries, aligning with the vision for 2063 to transform Africa into a global powerhouse. Leading Policy Design ~ The international dimensions of Public Policy in Africa: Understand designing and delivering policies or programs that address social and economic problems. The international dimensions of Public Policy in Africa: How expanded foreign influence affects national trends and policies, Increase trade and greater openness with respect to foreign investment. Effective implementation of public policy: Understand the essential components for effective policy implementation, including clear leadership, the right team, and governance arrangements aligned with national laws and international standards. Programme Delivery The delivery of the course combines expert-led lectures, strategic discussions, and real-world case studies, all facilitated by renowned policy and leadership professionals. Through the case methodology, participants delve into practical scenarios, fostering collaborative problem-solving. *The course is conducted in-person at the distinguished SBS campus, offering a focused and immersive learning environment.* Faculty The programme is facilitated and led by a seasoned faculty committed to advancing public sector leadership in Africa, our programme aligns with Agenda 2063’s objectives. Our diverse faculty offers varied perspectives, ensuring participants receive a holistic and enriching educational experience. Developing Great African Leaders <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdRtbRKMJxhtlwL-eSjq/https%3A%2F%2Fwww…> We have a vision to change this continent - Dr. Caesar Mwangi Watch Video → <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdRqqjJZX0dzDwHWZLFX/https%3A%2F%2Fwww…> Programme Dates Module Date 1 25th – 30th May 2025 2 21st – 25th July 2025 3 22nd - 26th September 2025 4 10th - 14th November 2025 Your Investment The programme fee is Kshs. 800,000 (On-Campus) - This caters for all materials, food, certificates, team leader personality profiling, mentor coaching and supervision. How to Apply You can apply online by clicking here → <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdR19Wf3E771dgHpECxG/https%3A%2F%2Fsbs…> . You may also download the brochure by clicking here → <https://63cfdb2c.streaklinks.com/CT1wkdtoqNAUUOvPaw4s2huf/https%3A%2F%2Fdri…> . 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Invitation to collaboration and Updates on Young Women Growing Initiative - Kenya's, strides in ICT.
by Young Women Growing 11 Feb '25

11 Feb '25

Dear Listers. Greetings. Our Organization, Young Women Growing Initiative - Kenya, recently enrolled 30 students for a Grade 3 ICT course by NITA in Ezesha Plus College, Kayole. NAWIRI Program is building capacity in youth, young women, teenage parents and marginalized minorities, through ICT skills, to elevate their participation in community growth and participation in governance. The 30 students are in for a 6 months long course and will sit in for their exams. Ahead of their certification, the students have requested for an information and technology resource Hub to aid in their learning. We request for collaborations to see this come to fruition. Link with us? We are now based at 3 Huts along Kangundo Road, Jada Estate. We are open to meeting you and collaborations on reservation. Looking forward to hosting you, partners. Best regards, Beatrice WW M Executive Director & Founder, Young Women Growing Initiative - Kenya. [image: NAWIRI office Launch.jpg] [image: Nawiri.jpg]

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Celebrating Safer Internet Day 2025
by Neema Mujesia 11 Feb '25

11 Feb '25

[image: image] Celebrating Safer Internet Day 2025 [image: image] Read more <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/celebrating-safer-internet-day-2025-together-for…> Dear Listers, Today is Safer Internet Day (SID) <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/celebrating-safer-internet-day-2025-together-for…>, a global initiative that promotes awareness about digital safety by addressing issues like cyberbullying and privacy breaches. KICTANet is actively involved in promoting a safer internet environment through various initiatives. We believe that everyone has a role to play in making the internet a safer and more inclusive space for all. Through advocacy, capacity building, and policy engagement, we work to empower individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world securely. Join us in celebrating Safer Internet Day as we champion responsible online behavior and stronger digital protections. Our Initiatives Combacting Online Gender Based Violence(OGBV). [image: image] We have created an OGBV tracker to document incidents across Africa and advocate for policies to combat them at national and regional levels. We publish quarterly reports on the status of the tracker Track it here! <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchC0y2jNLGbrW1QS2ix3Iw7OSmJ5S1ozD…> Cyber Hygiene Awareness for SMEs. [image: image] We have developed a comprehensive cyber hygiene curriculum with various resources like videos, animations <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP_IGFlrjmU&list=PLYSO7PoCyXHTkI_FKmKFrMtzb…>, comic strips, factsheets, and posters to promote cyber hygiene among Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Kenya. Watch here <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP_IGFlrjmU&list=PLYSO7PoCyXHTkI_FKmKFrMtzb…> Digital Enquirer Kit. [image: image] This is a free e-learning guide to empower individuals with fact-seeking skills for a safer online information space. Become a digital incquirer <https://keycloak.atingi.org/realms/master/protocol/openid-connect/auth?clie…> Lexicon for Safer Digital Spaces. [image: image] KICTANet recognises technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) as a growing concern and is working to address cyber harassment, particularly against women, girls, and persons with disabilities. Read More <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/https:/www.kictanet.or.ke/from-words-to-action-t…> Data Privacy. [image: image] We emphasise that protecting personal data is essential for fostering trust in digital systems and enabling the secure adoption of technology Read more <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kictanet-celebrates-data-privacy-day-2025-safegu…> Upcoming Webinar [image: image] How does disinformation fuel radicalization and violent extremism? What role does technology play in shaping these threats? Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on "The Nexus Between Disinformation, Radicalization, and Violent Extremism." Register here <https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8VEltaK_Qp-xoojsXpKauA#/registrati…> [image: Link] <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> As a multistakeholder think tank, KICTANet drives policy discussions aimed at fortifying Kenya's digital landscape against emerging cyber threats through advocacy efforts involving public awareness campaigns and stakeholder engagement. Click here to Subscribe to all our Channels <https://linktr.ee/Kictanet> Summary by: Neeema Mujesia <https://www.linkedin.com/in/neema-masitsa-254350222/>, Communications officer at KICTANet

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Safaricom Challenges Sh930 Million Arbitration Award
by Victor Kapiyo 11 Feb '25

11 Feb '25

Safaricom PLC is seeking a court order to suspend a Sh930 million arbitration award granted to Popote Innovations Ltd. The dispute centers on a proposed 2018 partnership agreement between Safaricom and Popote Innovations for a payment application, where revenue sharing was contingent on the application's launch, which never occurred. Safaricom contends among others that the arbitrator's decision is flawed as the partnership agreement was never fully executed. Read more: https://nairobitimez.co.ke/2025/02/08/safaricom-contests-sh930-million-awar…

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Fwd: [Please approve -Draft Email for Circulation on KICTANet Mailing List] Participate in Survey: UNFPA TF GBV Survey Participation
by Sigi Mwanzia 11 Feb '25

11 Feb '25

Dear Listers, Good morning. The UNFPA is conducting a Baseline Study for the *'**Making All Spaces Safe (MASS) Programme' *to fill existing gaps in GBV programming to address Technology-Facilitated Gender Based Violence (*TF GBV).** The responses provided to the* 10-15 minute survey *will provide baseline data for the programme, and will support the UNFPA to understand Internet users’ awareness and experiences of TF GBV. The UNFPA anticipates further outreach with stakeholders once program implementation commences. Please find the survey links, in English and Swahili, below for completion by *18th February 2025*: 1. *UNFPA Baseline Study - English*: https://forms.gle/U1kJYicDEogbz1oH7 2. *UNFPA Baseline Study - Swahili:* https://forms.gle/4FDmE8Br9BPHNv2w6 Learn more about the UNFPA MASS Programme here. <https://www.unfpa.org/updates/unfpa-and-canada-launch-global-programme-tack…'Making%20All%20Spaces%20Safe,women%20from%20the%20design%20stage.> Kindly circulate for reach. --- *Sigi Waigumo Mwanzia,* *Consultant Researcher & Advisor (**Portfolio <https://sigiwaigumomwanzia.com/>**), * *Digital Rights | Digital Law **| * *Technology | Telecommunications.* [image: Digital <> Rights]

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Business Registration Service (BRS) & KBC Hacked
by Victor Kapiyo 09 Feb '25

09 Feb '25

The Business Registration Service (BRS) is acknowledging reports of a potential data breach affecting company registry information and has initiated a full investigation, notifying relevant authorities while working with cybersecurity experts to assess the situation and implement necessary security measures; they assure stakeholders that data security is a top priority and will provide updates once the investigation is complete, urging patience and cooperation from affected parties. https://x.com/BRS_Kenya/status/1885993869227008499?t=pQrLV0UPnB5tTGZ540faLQ… On a similar note, our national broadcaster KBC lost its account on X (@KBCChannel1), which has been renamed by the hackers. https://x.com/DeepseekOnSoI?t=Oj9Tdm1W8aqWmRUIZIXCMw&s=09 Tunaomba serikali. Victor

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Call for 2025 KIGF MAG Volunteers
by Liz Orembo 05 Feb '25

05 Feb '25

Greetings listers and Happy New Year! KICTANet wishes to invite volunteers from the different stakeholder groups to assist in the preparation of the Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) 2024. The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) is an annual meeting that brings together various stakeholder groups to dialogue on ICT and Internet policy. The Steering Team otherwise known as the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) role is to assist in convening the Kenya IGF by preparing the programme and schedule and to improve the IGF process through community consultations, outreach and stakeholder engagement. MAG members volunteer and serve in their personal capacity, and are expected to have established linkages with their respective stakeholder groups. Please review the MAG TORs <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Kqbd7qX1DaojqhN2g9NkrAweTfrefynrUUGsVCf…> This year, KIGF will take place on 14th May 2025. More about this will be communicated soon, but please save the date for now. To express interest, please send an email to *info(a)kictanet.or.ke <info(a)kictanet.or.ke>* with the subject line "Kenya IGF 2024 MAG" indicating your stakeholder group, expertise and why you are interested in joining the steering committee of KIGF 2020 by 30th January 2025. Membership to the steering team is voluntary and all materials produced by KICTANet are published under creative commons licenses <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/>. Organisations from various stakeholder groups are encouraged to nominate representatives. For more information or clarification, feel free to get in touch. Best regards, Liz Orembo, Chairperson, 2024 KeIGF MAG Committee. --

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Kenyans Unhappy with CA Complaints Handling
by Victor Kapiyo 05 Feb '25

05 Feb '25

According to a recent survey, over 70 percent of Kenyans who have lodged complaints with the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) say they're dissatisfied with how the sector regulator responded to and handled their issues, pointing to low quality service at the State agency. The customer satisfaction survey report published by CA reveals that the complaints handling process at the agency is one of its most dissatisfactorv functions. Read more: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/technology/why-kenyans-are… Anyone with a similar experience?

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Save The Date: Exclusive Webinar on Surveillance & Counter-Terrorism
by Neema Mujesia 04 Feb '25

04 Feb '25

Dear Listers, [image: Webinar 1 - Changedpng.png] We invite you to an insightful webinar in partnership with *The Centre For Human Rights and Policy Studies *(CHRIPS) on *"The Nexus Between Disinformation, Radicalization, and Violent Extremism."* This session will explore the role of technology in shaping these challenges and discuss critical solutions. 📅 *Date:* 12th Feb 2024 ⏰ *Time:* 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EAT 📍 *Register here:* https://ow.ly/hvGJ50UT9fu *Our expert panel:* 🔹 Dr. Halkano Abdi Wario – Institute for Security Studies 🔹 Ms. Cherie Oyier – KICTANet 🔹 Mr. Brian Kimari – Centre for Human Rights and Policy Studies (CHRIPS) 🔹 Ms. Mary Gitau – Greenstring International Gain key insights, engage with top experts, and contribute to the conversation on countering disinformation and extremism. *Don’t miss out! Register now and secure your spot.* With Best Regards, *Neema Mujesia,* Communications Officer@*KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> @NeemaMasitsa <https://x.com/NeemaMasitsa?t=j6CNaieXaw74Mleb0-7YcA&s=09>| LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/neema-masitsa-254350222/> ___________________________. KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | X <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/kictanet/> | Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow/videos> | TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@kictanet> | WhatsApp <https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaQsX4w6mYPIctLsGh1K> KICTANet: *Transformed communities through the power of ICTs *

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