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Fwd: [IGF] IGF Newsletter: March 2022
by Keith Andere 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Colleagues who are keen on Internet Governance Forum, this might be of interest to you, especially that this year's edition is on African soil. Apologies for possible duplication. Regards Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: IGF Secretariat <info(a)intgovforum.org> Date: Tue, Apr 5, 2022 at 7:46 PM Subject: [IGF] IGF Newsletter: March 2022 To: IGF Secretariat <info(a)intgovforum.org> *MARCH 2022 / THE IGF NEWSLETTER* IGF 2022 Overarching Theme & Themes Intersessional Activities & NRIs: PNs & BPFs Announced Capacity Development Syllabus for Schools on Internet Governance Published IGF Expert Group Meeting in New York IGF 2022 Second Open Consultations & MAG Meeting For Your Action! Key Dates & Deadlines ------------------------------ *IGF 2022 Overarching Theme & Themes * Following its First Open Consultations and Meeting <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-first-open-consultations-an…> of the 2022 planning cycle, the IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) has decided on an overarching theme for the 17th IGF: “Resilient Internet for a Shared Sustainable and Common Future”. The banner title references both the UN’s *2030 Sustainable Development Agenda <https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/>* and *Our Common Agenda <https://www.un.org/en/un75/common-agenda>*. In parallel, the constituent themes of the meeting have been conceived to closely align with the calls to action of the UN Secretary-General’s proposed *Global Digital Compact <https://www.un.org/en/content/common-agenda-report/assets/pdf/Common_Agenda…>. *The five themes <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-themes> this year, which will guide upcoming calls for session proposals and the structure of the IGF programme, are “Connecting All People and Safeguarding Human Rights”; “Avoiding Internet Fragmentation”; “Governing Data and Protecting Privacy”; “Enabling Safety, Security and Accountability”; and “Addressing Advanced Technologies, including AI”. Read More Here <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-themes> ------------------------------ *[image: A close-up of a guitar Description automatically generated with low confidence]* *Intersessional Activities & NRIs: PNs & BPFs Announced* *Policy Networks & Best Practice Forums (BPFs)* A new IGF PN on Internet Fragmentation (PNIF) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-internet-fragmenta…> is being introduced this year, while the PN on Meaningful Access (PNMA) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-meaningful-access-…> will continue in 2022, as will the BPFs on Cybersecurity <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/bpf-cybersecurity> and on Gender & Digital Rights <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-bpf-gender-and-digital-righ…>. All are invited to contribute to these continuing and emergent intersessional work streams <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/thematic-intersessional-work>, and sign up to their mailing lists <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/sign-up-and-contribute-to-igf-mailin…> . *Dynamic Coalitions (DCs)* There’s an issue-based DC for everyone: Children’s Rights <http://intgovforum.org/content/dynamic-coalition-on-childrens-rights-in-the…>, Community Connectivity <http://intgovforum.org/content/dynamic-coalition-on-community-connectivity-0>, Internet of Things <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-the-internet-of-thin…>, Data Driven Health Technologies <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-data-driven-health-t…> , and Public Access in Libraries <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-public-access-in-lib…>, are only some of the 22 coalitions to explore. Learn about their work <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/explore-dynamic-coalitions>. DCs collaborate throughout the year, including through coordination meetings <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/dc-coordination-activities>, which this year are set to focus on strengthening the involvement of coalitions in the IGF meeting programme planning, increasing links with other intersessional activities, and raising the profile of DC outputs, among other issues. See coalitions’ joint update <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/36/21179> to the IGF Expert Group Meeting (EGM) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>. More Information on the DCs Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/explore-dynamic-coalitions> *National, Regional and Youth IGF **I**nitiatives (NRIs)* The network of national, regional and youth IGF initiatives continues to meet regularly and discuss joint activities ahead of the global IGF in Addis Ababa. Substantive areas of mutual interest are mapped and looked at holistically by the NRIs to focus their sessions on. “Safeguarding and strengthening the core principles of a trusted Internet” will be the topic of the NRIs main session, while a selection of topics for collaborative sessions is underway. See the top ranked digital themes <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/248/21186> across NRIs, and check out the NRIs status update <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/252/21171> provided to the IGF EGM <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>. More Information on the NRIs Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-nris%C2%A0preparatory-proce…> ------------------------------ [image: Graphical user interface, website Description automatically generated] *Syllabus for Schools on Internet Governance Published * This newly-published syllabus <https://intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/253/21174> is an advisory document for convening a school on or teaching Internet governance, and can be used as a general reference guide on the structure of IG courses. Developed by the IGF Secretariat together with the community of Schools on Internet Governance (SIGs) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-schools-of-inte…> around the world, the syllabus contains sections on core IG modules, teaching methods, and how to find the expertise that’s right for your course. Not limited to IG practitioners and students, any professional and interested groups are encouraged to browse this resource. *The syllabus is currently under review by the Dynamic Coalition on Schools on Internet Governance (DC-SIG) and the broader community.* More Here <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/supporting-sigs> ------------------------------ *[image: A group of people sitting at a table with laptops Description automatically generated with medium confidence]* *Capacity Development* IGF capacity development activities are expanding on the significant results achieved in 2021, with plans for: capacity development workshops, support to remote hubs, support to IGF participants and session organizers, and cooperation with schools on Internet governance as well as systematic engagement with legislators and youth. More Information on the Capacity Development Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-capacity-development-0> ------------------------------ [image: A group of people sitting at a table with laptops Description automatically generated with medium confidence] *IGF Expert Group Meeting in New York* The IGF’s Expert Group Meeting (EGM) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>, held 31 March to 1 April, has wrapped up at the Permanent Mission of Finland in New York. The gathering of more than 30 multistakeholder and international experts <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/egm-participants> discussed the future of the IGF in the context of ever-evolving digital cooperation, including initiatives by the UN, such as the *Roadmap for Digital Cooperation <https://www.un.org/en/content/digital-cooperation-roadmap/>* and envisioned *Global Digital Compact <https://www.un.org/en/content/common-agenda-report/assets/pdf/Common_Agenda…>*. A report of the meeting and its recommendations will be made available in the coming weeks. EGM background documents <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/egm-background-reading> and other resources are available online. ------------------------------ *IGF 2022 Second Open Consultations & MAG Meeting* The Second Open Consultations and Meeting of the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) <https://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-second-open-consultations-and-m…> will take place on 6-8 July 2022 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. Registration and other details are forthcoming on the IGF homepage <https://intgovforum.org/en>. ------------------------------ *For Your Action! * Sign up to IGF Mailing Lists <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/sign-up-and-contribute-to-igf-mailin…> Watch the IGF 2022 Space <https://www.intgovforum.org/en> for Upcoming Public Calls ------------------------------ *Key Dates and Deadlines * *5 April | *Virtual MAG Meeting III *7 April | *MAG Working Group on Strategy Meeting See the Full IGF Calendar <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/calendar> ------------------------------ *Please feel free to share * *this newsletter with others.* ------------------------------ *Follow us * <https://twitter.com/intgovforum> <https://www.facebook.com/IntGovForum> <https://www.youtube.com/user/igf> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/185833270@N04/> <https://www.instagram.com/intgovforum/?hl=en> ________________________________ The Secretariat intends to send out informational emails regarding dates and events on the IGF Calendar. If you prefer not to receive these emails, please click on the following link https://www.intgovforum.org/opt-out.php to unsubscribe your email address from the mailing list*.* -- *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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KES 15.6 Billion Allocated to ICT
by David Indeje 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Listers, Kenya’s Finance Minister Presented a KSh3.31 trillion Budget for FY2022/23. Key to note, he said the ICT sector is key as it has the potential to accelerate economic recovery and improve livelihood. As a result, the ICT sector was allocated KES 15.6 billion. How it was split: 1. KES 620 Mn for govt shared services 2. Konza Data Center - KES 5.2 Bn for Infrastructure development and KES 3.8 Bn for the development of the data center. 3. KES 2.7 Bn maintenance of last-mile connectivity 4. KES 2.2 Bn National Optic Fibre Backbone (NOFBI) Phase 2 5. KES 1.4 Bn Eldoret-Nakodok fibre optic cable *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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KENYA is Not Alone
by David Indeje 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Listers, If you are a Kenyan, what is your stand on SIM card Registration? Online, people are 'up in arms" kwa ground, it is a different picture. Why are African governments blocking phone lines of citizens? https://aje.io/d7a823

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A study paper on human-centered cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector
by David Indeje 08 Apr '22

08 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Cybersecurity does not only involve the protection of systems and technology but also extends to the all-around protection of users, their intangible values, physical security, and ensuring non-disruption of their daily critical activities. It is for this reason that KICTANet, in collaboration with Trust4Cyber Flagship Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, prepared “A study paper on human-centered cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector.” The study maps out the cybersecurity landscape in Kenya and focuses on the financial sector. It also advocates for a human-centric approach to cybersecurity. Here is a link to the paper and so much more from our policy briefs https://www.kictanet.or.ke/policy-briefs/ *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Application for IEBC Accreditation as Election Observers
by David Indeje 08 Apr '22

08 Apr '22

Dear Listers, The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has given us (KICTANet) and they are giving us an opportunity to be Long-Term Election Observers for the period before, during, and after the August 9th, 2022 General Election. Those interested in this initiative, kindly share with us your: 1. Your Name as it appears on the ID 2. Passport -size photograph in soft copy (.png/.jpg/.jep formats) 3. Telephone number 4. Copy of your ID Any interested person to send the details to nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke or dindeje(a)kictanet.or.ke on or before 9 May 2022 to give sufficient time to complete the process. If your documents are with us already, kindly let us know. *All the data we collect adheres to the KICTANet Privacy Statement available here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/ <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/>. By submitting the information requested, you consent to our collection and processing of the information for the specific purpose outlined above.* *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Your Contact Lists and Privacy
by Adrian Teri 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Good Day all, Do you pause to ask yourself if you're violating the agency and privacy of individuals in your contact list even in apps that need them to function? A la social media apps. https://restofworld.org/2022/how-truecaller-built-a-billion-dollar-id-data-… Regards, Adrian Teri

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Child Online Protection
by Watoto Watch Network 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Make your voice heard, Public Consultation on Industry Guidelines for Child Online Protection and Safety in Kenya. The guidelines are available on Communications Authority website,see below link. https://www.ca.go.ke/public-consultation-on-industry-guidelines-for-child-o… Deadline to give your input, 22nd April 2022. Thanks. Kind regards, Lillian Kariuki (Executive Director of Watoto Watch Network) 2nd Floor, Ngong Hills Business Center, Ngong Rd, Nairobi P.O BOX 535-00517, Nairobi, Kenya *Tel:* +254 701 077 955 *Email*: Lillian(a)watotowatchnetwork.org *Website* : www.watotowatchnetwork.org watotowatchnet watotowatchnetwork <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#m_-3135496477689208555_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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VIDEO: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Dear Listers, We held a successful webinar last week on the success we have have had and how we can build a better and effective ICT sector post COVID 19. Below is the link to the webinar. Kindly, subscribe to our channel as more interesting conversations will be uploaded. https://youtu.be/nDi2zgZliEc

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Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 04 Apr '22

04 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Our Webinar will start at 11am. If you have not registered yet, kindly do so as per the details below. *Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrsPlace Zoom Webinar: * https://bit.ly/3tLbcWo

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 28
by Adrian Teri 04 Apr '22

04 Apr '22

Any response/details from *Safaricom* on this? It's been ~2 months now. Here are a couple more from last month: - https://twitter.com/GMONEYizME/status/1505956691304763392?s=20&t=jYXxOcC4h9… and, - https://twitter.com/XZBeats/status/1506118402410225664?s=20&t=jYXxOcC4h9L_6… As we have established and conceded that a phone number is important for authentication especially for gov't services and thus, the real world stakes have grown bigger. Borrowing from the Internet, why shouldn't all the telcos adopt a Domain Name like System (DNS) for purchasing a mobile line? A model like Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificates may also be incorporated to thoroughly assure operational and physical existence. I don't know if The ODPC has been pronounced on this matter but they should as subscribers are getting access to information without consent that may be personally identifiable (PII) and it's also not theirs. Under Chapter 4 - The Bill of Rights, Article 31 articulates every person has the right to privacy relating to their family or private affairs and also their communications. A relatively small fee would be needed for each year(or minimum period to be determined by the telco?). I recognise a similar problem to IPv4 addresses as telcos have fixed prefixes(fixed resources) assigned to them but it's an even bigger challenge as we don't want the reuse of these numbers. I foresee a cascade of protocols and rules that would need to be implemented e.g an individual can only have 1 line, a business 3-5 ..etc. I have cautiously avoided the leased lines route as they are blatantly exorbitant. Even though I pose this challenge to #Safaricom, I don't believe it's their sole responsibility to effect such changes. A conversation starter that will include the CA in their responsibility of managing numbering resources? I hope it does so. I wonder why #Safaricom supports *eSims* but you have to visit a physical store to activate it. With The CBK pushing for a *CBDC* and competition for *m-pesa *to be more *interoperable *I no longer see a mobile line being a shackle to use services aka *high switching costs*. Why does one need to visit a shop *physically* to activate an eSim unlike other jurisdictions where it's not the case? Yes there will be a rise of risks such as *sim swaps *as evidenced in other jurisdictions where a user exercises controls of their mobile line subscriptions via web platform or app. However, this presents a learning & improvement opportunity from their pitfalls to forge a better path. For* Safaricom *customers who have swapped/ported to eSims any negative experiences such as signal loss, call drops and/or issues with* m-pesa*? There were issues when #Safaricom started to roll out the *011* prefix - *https://gadgets-africa.com/2020/12/02/safaricoms-011-prefix-phone-numbers/ <https://gadgets-africa.com/2020/12/02/safaricoms-011-prefix-phone-numbers/>* We've already seen "problems" with issues such as you must always log out of your *m-pesa* app before changing your sim card or more prevalently reselling/handing down your device - *https://nation.africa/kenya/business/technology/m-pesa-why-you-must-always-log-out-before-changing-sim-card-3605912 <https://nation.africa/kenya/business/technology/m-pesa-why-you-must-always-…>.* I chalk this up this to inadequate sensitization/education and/or poor UX flows. All in all, I believe this is why #Safaricom hires the best brains to discover, elicit, analyse, architect and implement solutions to problems. Lastly, @Stephen Chege for 3 months (Since January) why have my folks been getting *monthly *messages from #Safaricom to recharge a line or else they lose it. From a reply dated *7th Sept 2020*, you stated that #*Safaricom* adheres to the global best practice set out by the ITU of topping up a line once every 90 days in order to be considered active. Is this not the case anymore? Your full reply is here - *https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2020-September/036191.html <https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2020-September/036191.html>* . Regards, Adrian Teri

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