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Re: [kictanet] [FOSSFA Members] About Heartbleed Vulnerability
by Mwendwa Kivuva 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

This calls for a big debate among the Open Source community and evaluation of how exposed we can be. I'm imagining how many servers will go unpatched thus exposing the data to would be hackers. It is alleged through a Bloomberg article that NSA knew about the vulnerability two years ago, but kept it secret to continue harvesting user data. http://mobile.bloomberg.com/news/2014-04-11/nsa-said-to-have-used-heartblee… This might be a wrong alarm but How safe are we as FOSS community because we heavily rely on these applications that may actually have backdoors and rootkits with the aim of taking control of our systems and spying on us. Regards -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Re: [kictanet] Cabinet scorecard as graded by the Star Newspaper
by meshack emakunat 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

Just thinking of the agricultural policy oversight in government and how much kenyans lose on there own initiative in agricultural development. Example, is the diverse nature of farming where little focus is put on the new systems and developments through incapacitated organization assumed to handle the developments ------------------------------ On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 4:21 AM PDT Grace Githaiga wrote: >Just in case you missed the story. > >The first year of office for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet is over and it has had its own successes and challenges. This week Ministers went on a self appraisal media offensive with most of them reporting what they described as their achievements when indeed some of them were events without much impact on the lives of Kenyans. >http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/article-161796/cabinet-scorecard >

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Re: [kictanet] Cabinet scorecard as graded by the Star Newspaper
by meshack emakunat 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

What happened to the MDG's that where so much hyped. Are they a replica of the predecessor SAP's? ------------------------------ On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 4:21 AM PDT Grace Githaiga wrote: >Just in case you missed the story. > >The first year of office for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet is over and it has had its own successes and challenges. This week Ministers went on a self appraisal media offensive with most of them reporting what they described as their achievements when indeed some of them were events without much impact on the lives of Kenyans. >http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/article-161796/cabinet-scorecard >

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About Heartbleed Vulnerability
by John Matogo 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

Dear colleagues. Some useful information you need to be aware of. <http://heartbleed.com/> <http://heartbleed.com/> http://heartbleed.com/ The Heartbleed Bug is a serious vulnerability in the popular OpenSSL cryptographic software library. This weakness allows stealing the information protected, under normal conditions, by the SSL/TLS encryption used to secure the Internet. SSL/TLS provides communication security and privacy over the Internet for applications such as web, email, instant messaging (IM) and some virtual private networks (VPNs). The Heartbleed bug allows anyone on the Internet to read the memory of the systems protected by the vulnerable versions of the OpenSSL software. This compromises the secret keys used to identify the service providers and to encrypt the traffic, the names and passwords of the users and the actual content. This allows attackers to eavesdrop on communications, steal data directly from the services and users and to impersonate services and users. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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IANA FUNCTIONS: THE BASICS
by Grace Githaiga 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

For those who have been following the debate, this gives the basics. When you want to visit a website, you type or paste the site’s domain name into your browser, or click on an html link.That domain name is sent to a server which translates the name into a series of numbers – the Internet Protocol or IP Address - which the server uses to direct your request to the website’s physical location. This all happens in the blink of an eye.Those names and numbers are called “unique identifiers” and are aligned with a standard set of protocol parameters that ensure computers can talk to and understand each other. These are part of the IANA functions, which are managed by ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers.These functions aren’t just limited to browsing the Internet - they also enable you to send an email or backup photos to the cloud, amongst other tasks. http://www.icann.org/en/about/agreements/iana/functions-basics-07apr14-en.p…

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Intensive Training Course in Next Generation Applications
by John Matogo 11 Apr '14

11 Apr '14

Dear colleagues. @iBizAfrica, in collaboration with IBM, will run an intensive training course during the month of May on Next Generation Applications. The next generation of applications must be delivered faster, enhanced easier and be more integrated, intelligent and secure. This course prepares developers for the revolution that is being driven by Cloud, Mobile, Web, Social and the Internet of Things. It follows a hands-on approach with access to the latest technologies and tools. The course will be delivered by a team of highly skilled and experienced trainers from IBM. We unfortunately have limited spaces, we therefore ask that you share this information with your communities and invite them to apply for the program as soon as possible. See the attached document for the course pre-requisites. To make a booking please send an email to jmatogo(a)strathmore.edu with subject Line: *NextGenApps* before 28th April. More information is contained in the attached document. Kindly share with your various networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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APC looking for policy comms person
by Grace Githaiga 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

APC to hire communications officer: http://www.apc.org/en/node/19142 Association for Progressive Communications (apc.org) has an opening for a communications officer to participate in the virtual communications team of the world's oldest online progressive network. The position is 60-80% time on a one-year contract with the option to renew if funding is available. Candidates should be available to begin in June 2014. The deadline for applications is 29 April 2014. *Job profile* You will lead communications work for one of APC's two programmes, our Communications and Internet Policy Programme (CIPP). We are looking for someone who has: * At least five years experience in communications, media relations and social marketing * Developed successful strategies and plans for campaigns, events and publication dissemination * Measurable success with campaigns and dissemination via social media, Twitter in particular * Experience working completely online including managing projects remotely * A concise, creative, confident communication style, with a strong visual sense and excellent English writing and editing skills * Experience working in the non-profit sector, specifically in internet policy * Experience dealing with multiple cultures and languages. Note that fluency in French, Spanish will be a distinct advantage. *Communications, media and social outreach* You will work on a four-person editorial team to produce original news and feature content in English, French and Spanish. A suitable, qualified candidate could also be appointed as editorial chief of our French-language website (APC.org/fr) and our twice-monthly French-language newsletter, APCNouvelles. On issues related to communications and internet policy, you will act as international media liaison and sometimes spokesperson with primarily print, web and radio media in English (and potentially Spanish and French). You will assist the communications team in developing and monitoring relationships with the media and in the production of media releases. You will keep APC up to date in social networking spaces, planning and coordinating strategic approaches to product launches and events. You will join one other communications officer in reporting to the communications manager and will work on a day-to-day basis with the CIPP manager and staff, as well as the entire APC staff and its members. Most of the work takes place in mailing lists. *Remuneration and working conditions* The remuneration for this position is negotiable depending on skills, qualifications and experience. The successful applicant is expected to provide his or her own computer, have easy access to an internet connection, and work during normal office hours. Reimbursement for office supplies and communication costs will be covered by APC. While much of the communications work will take place online, some travel to meetings, conferences and workshops is expected. *How to apply* Your statement of interest is extremely important. Your CV must be included as an attachment. Please consider the following in your statement: * A description of your interest in working with APC in this position * Your experience related to the requirements listed above * A rating of the languages you speak and write * A description of your computer skills * Other information you think might be of importance to our assessment of your application * Two references: names, relationship, contact details; at least one of these should be related to an online communications initiative in which you had a leadership role. Please send this information via email to jobs(a)apc.org with the subject line: "APC communications officer -- your name" by 29 April. -- Mallory Knodel Communications & Network Development Manager :: mallory(a)apc.org <http://mailto:[email protected]> Association for Progressive Communications :: apc.org <http://apc.org> twitter. @malloryknodel <https://twitter.com/malloryknodel> :: xmpp. malloryk(a)im.mayfirst.org gpg fingerprint :: E3EB 63E0 65A3 B240 BCD9 B071 0C32 A271 BD3C C780 -- ------------------------------------------------------ anriette esterhuysen anriette(a)apc.org executive director, association for progressive communications www.apc.org po box 29755, melville 2109 south africa tel/fax +27 11 726 1692

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Fwd: [ISOC_KE] NetMundial meeting at São Paulo -- Apply for Brazilian visa ASAP
by Barrack Otieno 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

For your information and action if you will be attending the Net Mundial meeting. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Alex Gakuru <gakuru(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Apr 10, 2014 at 3:17 PM Subject: [ISOC_KE] NetMundial meeting at São Paulo -- Apply for Brazilian visa ASAP To: "isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke" <isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke>, kiramembers < kiramembers(a)googlegroups.com> Good people, Today I visited the Brazilian Embassy in Nairobi where met a very kind lady, whom requested me to send word out to all those planing to attend the subject meeting to apply for their visas as soon as possible. Civil society, Internet experts, government officials, regulatory interventionists, journalists, and all..... Don't wait until it's too late, I'd be so happy to hang out with you all at São Paulo (amidst a few caipirinhas?) Please share this message with whomever plans to attend. Very best wishes, Alex Gakuru Executive Director, CODE-IP Trust Member: (1) Just Net Coalition of Civil Society organizations (2) Network - Berkman Centres of Internet and Society _______________________________________________ isoc mailing list isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/ Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Re: [kictanet] Save the date Africa Domain Name System Forum 2014 , 7 - 9 July 2014 Abuja Nigeria
by Barrack Otieno 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

The 2014 Africa Domain Name System Forum will be held from 7th to 9th July 2014 at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja Nigeria. This years event will be hosted by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA). Organized by AfTLD, the Internet Society and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers with the support of other partners , the event seeks to build a community of practice that will strengthen the Domain Name Industry on the African Continent. According to the domain name industry brief there were 265 million domains registered globally in the third quarter of 2013. The base ccTLD registrations were 119.5 million. The largest top level domains by zone size in the third quarter of 2013 included .com, .tk, .de, .net ,.uk, .org, .cn , .info ,.ru and .nl. None of the African registries featured among the top ten. The largest ccTLD in Africa by zone size did not surpass the 1 million mark during the same period. The objective of the forum is to help the domain name industry in Africa grow at a competitive rate and ensure that the continent competes with the rest of the world. The forum will be a three day event and will bring together African registries; African ICANN accredited registrars, resellers, infrastructure service and solution providers as well as entrepreneurs interested in investing in the African Domain Name space. There will be interesting discussions highlighting opportunities in the African Domain name industry as well as networking sessions between registrars, resellers and the registries. For more information kindly visit www.aftld.org/afdnsforum2014 http://www.verisigninc.com/assets/infographic-dnib-Q32013.pdf -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/ Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Re: [kictanet] Quickbooks expertise
by jwaruingi＠advantech.co.ke 09 Apr '14

09 Apr '14

Dear listers, If any one knows someone with skills in implementation and technical support for Quickbooks - accounting, a potential opportunity becons for them. They can write to me separately. As always much appreciated. Joseph

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