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Re: [kictanet] ICT Authority request on Connected Kenya
by memakunat＠yahoo.com 18 Jan '16

18 Jan '16

@Machuhi, I like your argument, its more conservative and embraces the greatest non diminitive natural resource Africa has ever had. (solar energy) -original message- Subject: Re: [kictanet] ICT Authority request on Connected Kenya From: Ali Hussein via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: 01/18/2016 12:44 PM To add on to Barracks solid observations I'd say that for eGovernment services to work the experience of using that service MUST be seamless and as easy to use as saying ABC. Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 / 0770906375 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "Discovery consists in seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what no one else has thought". ~ Albert Szent-Györgyi Sent from my iPad > On 18 Jan 2016, at 12:05 PM, K Machuhi via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > Dear Grace, > > Connectivity is key, and as Barrack Otieno pointed out, we have little to show outside the urban centers. > The scattered nature of households makes infrastructure very difficult to reach all. (Those who were responsible for post-independence 'land settlements' were big failures to our country as they sowed seed for endless land demarcation and scattered households.) > > Besides accessibility (roads), the next key is connectivity (phones, internet). Connectivity requires energy availability. It is unbelievable the number of households not connected to the grid even as they are technically in on-grid areas. > We need a universally distributed power source (solar) at household level as mainstream. ICT solutions available today can make solar a utility. > > > Regards, > > K. Machuhi > >> On Mon, Jan 18, 2016 at 10:56 AM, Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> Good morning Listers >> >> I have received a request from the ICT Authority on the topic of Connected Kenya. >> >> >> Connected Kenya this year wants to explore the theme of getting Citizen to “Self Serve” through provision of e-government services. The theme is “Bridging the service gap” >> >> >> >> In the spirit of consultation, and in recognizing the valuable ideas from the different sectors of the community, the ICT Authority would like to get industry thoughts and views on what they perceive as barriers to the achievement of ‘self-services’ to mwananchi in Kenya. >> >> >> >> What can government do in terms of policies, implementation of projects, engagement to further this agenda? And what role does the Private sector also play and how can both come together to further the interest of getting the citizen to access services at the comfort of their homes? >> >> >> >> We request that for the next five days, you kindly feel feel free to contribute and help the Authority shape up the agenda for this important conference. Phyllis from ICTA will collate all your ideas. >> >> >> >> Asanteni sana. >> >> >> >> Rgds >> >> Grace >> >> >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/kmachuhi%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/info%40alyhussein.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/memakunat%40yahoo.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.

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ICT Authority request on Connected Kenya
by Nanjira Sambuli 18 Jan '16

18 Jan '16

Good points raised thus far. iHub Research conducted a study in 2014, assessing how ICTs facilitate/hinder two-way interaction between citizens and governments in four key areas: access to information, tracking corruption, monitoring/accessing government service delivery, and citizen participation. The study was carried out in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. In Kenya, we looked at Nairobi and Nakuru (where infrastructure to support access to eGovernment services exists to some extent), and very interesting insights emerged. A one page summary on the study’s findings and recommendations is accessible here <http://www.ihub.co.ke/ict4gov>. The full report can be downloaded here <http://www.ihub.co.ke/downloads/ict_4_gov_report.pdf>; the report is in an easy-to-read format, highlighting citizen’s voices and anecdotes on their interactions with ICTs). Key points: 1. SMS and radio are still king! To disseminate information, raise awareness to many, and especially in rural areas, those two mechanisms remain the most effective. And, as Grace pointed out, if SMS queries can be sent at no cost to users, then many citizens are likely to leverage them. Recommendation: Non-Internet based ICTs used in governance such as mobile phones and radios need to be integrated more in ICT and governance initiatives since they are the most widely used and most accessible. 2. User experience on government websites: "Citizens only visit governance-related sites that are a priority for their needs at a specific time, and even then, they reported that the websites are clunky and ugly. User experience is not a key factor in the creation of these websites. “ The iTax platform and KRA website were a common reference on this. Recommendation: embrace user experience considerations <http://www.ihub.co.ke/uxlab> before deploying or upgrading ICT tools. 3. Design- reality gap: "citizen consultations do not seem to inform the creation or prioritization of eGovernment efforts.” Recommendation: The design of ICT initiatives in governance that are meant to facilitate two-way interaction between citizens and government should include the input of citizens who are intended to use them. 4. A major hurdle faced in the deployment and use of ICT tools in governance is a lack of trust in the government, as well as apathy among citizens that is brought about by perceived government failure to respond to complaints or issues raised along various governance lines. As one FGD participant put it: “If my going to the office, physical presence, does not inspire the [government] official to act on a problem, how will communication using their websites or Facebook be different?” Recommendation: eGovernment services need to activate interaction and feedback mechanisms, including transparent response mechanisms to queries raised or complaints. (Government officials indicated that resources to facilitate this are often lacking). 5. Lack of involvement of citizens (who are the primary target/end users of most of the ICT tools for governance) in the development of ICTs for governance leads to poor prioritization of the citizens’ needs. Awareness creation about the existence of these tools, why and how they should be used is not done by the implementers of the tools. We hope that the study’s findings and recommendations prove useful. > On 18 Jan 2016, at 13:03, kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke wrote: > > ICT Authority request on Connected Kenya Regards, Nanjira Sambuli Research Lead iHub <http://www.ihub.co.ke/> | Research <http://www.ihub.co.ke/research> | UXLab <http://www.ihub.co.ke/uxlab> | Consulting <http://www.ihub.co.ke/consulting> Mobile: +254722481566 Skype: nanjirasambuli | Twitter: @NiNanjira

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] An Introduction to the IANA Functions Now Available in 7 Languages
by Barrack Otieno 18 Jan '16

18 Jan '16

Listers, This might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, 18 Jan 2016 08:22:17 +0000 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] An Introduction to the IANA Functions Now Available in 7 Languages To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> FRANCAIS: Pour savoir plus sur les fonctionS IANA, vous pouvez telecharger le document en allant sur le lien en FRANCAIS à l'adresse https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/beginners-guides-2012-03-06-en. ENGLISH: You can download the booklet on IANA fucntions at https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/beginners-guides-2012-03-06-en. Thanks - Yaovi Atohoun Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager Africa ICANN www.icann.org Mobile : +229 66015649 / 97891228 -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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30 Years of Engineering the Internet
by Michuki Mwangi 16 Jan '16

16 Jan '16

Hello, Thirty years ago this week (16-17 January 1986) the very first meeting of what was to become the IETF was held. (You can take a peek at the proceedings here: http://www.ietf.org/proceedings/01.pdf) As you know, the IETF generally aims to be very focused on “getting the work done” and not big on ceremony. So nothing like a major retrospective is planned. However, various IETF milestones will be recognized over the coming year—starting today. To mark the occasion of the first meeting, IETF Chair Jari Arkko has published a blog post: https://www.ietf.org/blog/2016/01/30-years-of-engineering-the-internet/ You can additional blogs and posts on the Internet Society website http://www.internetsociety.org Happy Birthday to the IETF. Best regards, Michuki.

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] NEWS: The Internet Society Pledges Support to African Research and Education Networks
by Barrack Otieno 15 Jan '16

15 Jan '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Betel Hailu <hailu(a)isoc.org> Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2016 08:11:50 +0000 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] NEWS: The Internet Society Pledges Support to African Research and Education Networks To: "africann(a)afrinic.net" <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hi everyone- The Internet Society has just issued a press release highlighting on a new agreement it signed with the West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN), where it has announced its contribution of USD 120,000 to support African Research and Education Networks' (NREN) work in increasing their skills and improving their Internet infrastructure. WACREN and the Internet Society will be working with Ubuntunet and Arab States Research and Education Network (ASREN) to implement this project. This is the largest contribution that the Internet Society is making to African NRENs after its donation of networking equipment worth more than 170,000 USD to WACREN and ASREN back in 2013. Here's a link to the press release for more information: http://www.internetsociety.org/news/internet-society-pledges-support-africa… "Transforming education and research by promoting Internet Infrastructure and skills in Africa"- Blog post by the Internet Society African Regional bureau is out on: https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/africa-bureau-development/2016/01/tran… And on social media: https://www.facebook.com/ISOCAfrica/ https://twitter.com/ISOC_Africa Regards, Betel ________________________________________ Betel Hailu Communications Coordinator Africa Regional Bureau Internet Society (ISOC) www.InternetSociety.org<http://www.internetsociety.org/> Follow Us [Description: Macintosh HD:Users:betelhailu:Desktop:facebook.png] <https://www.facebook.com/ISOCAfrica> [Description: Macintosh HD:Users:betelhailu:Desktop:twitter.png] <https://twitter.com/ISOC_Africa> -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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SA will debate how to stop WhatsApp freeloading off local networks
by Josh Kinoti 15 Jan '16

15 Jan '16

http://qz.com/594278/south-africa-wants-to-regulate-whatsapp/

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Cyber Bill
by Josiah Mugambi 15 Jan '16

15 Jan '16

http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/mobile/article/2000186538/new-law-tightens-n… Quite the uproar judging by the comments online.

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Deal flow at the Spark Venture Fund
by Mbugua Njihia 15 Jan '16

15 Jan '16

I have received many requests to give more insights into the deal pipeline of the million dollar fund so here we go! - http://www.mbuguanjihia.com/business/deal-flow-at-the-spark-venture-fund.ht… ................................................................................................................................................................. Business, more than any other occupation, is a continual dealing with the future; it is a continual calculation, an instinctive exercise in foresight. ᐧ

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Fwd: [InternetOrgs.Collaboration] IETF turns 30
by Barrack Otieno 15 Jan '16

15 Jan '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "IETF Chair" <chair(a)ietf.org> Date: Jan 14, 2016 11:27 PM Subject: [InternetOrgs.Collaboration] IETF turns 30 To: "I* Collaboration" <internetorgs.collaboration(a)elists.isoc.org> Cc: This week marks the 30th anniversary of the meeting that became the very first edition of IETF meetings now held three times per year. On 16-17 January 1986 in San Diego, California, 21 people attended what is now known as IETF 1. As we work on the day-to-day tasks needed to make the Internet work better, from time-to-time it is useful to consider our work on longer timescales. Here are my thoughts about the occasion: https://www.ietf.org/blog/2016/01/30-years-of-engineering-the-internet/ And happy birthday, IETF, on Saturday! Jari _______________________________________________ InternetOrgs.Collaboration mailing list InternetOrgs.Collaboration(a)elists.isoc.org https://elists.isoc.org/mailman/listinfo/internetorgs.collaboration

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Cyberpolicy expert interested in human rights?
by Nanjira Sambuli 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Then this open call from Global Partners Digital might be for you: http://www.gp-digital.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/OpenCall_CCB.pdf <http://www.gp-digital.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/OpenCall_CCB.pdf> For more context: http://www.gp-digital.org/gpd-update/gpd-launches-new-global-programme-to-f… <http://www.gp-digital.org/gpd-update/gpd-launches-new-global-programme-to-f…> Regards, Nanjira Sambuli Research Lead iHub <http://www.ihub.co.ke/> | Research <http://www.ihub.co.ke/research> | UXLab <http://www.ihub.co.ke/uxlab> | Consulting <http://www.ihub.co.ke/consulting> Mobile: +254722481566 Skype: nanjirasambuli | Twitter: @NiNanjira

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Rotary International: 100 Peace Fellowship Scholarships | CoreTech Foundation: Apps for Humanity Competition
by WANGARI KABIRU 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Happy New Victorious Year 2016! I start by sharing the overflows from the gifts of the Christmas season. Please share with your networks as this may be the giftfor someone else for this new year! https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/get-involved/exchange-ideas/peace-fellow… https://herox.com/appsforhumanity Have a blessed day. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". RotaryInternational: 100 Peace Fellowship Scholarships | CoreTech Foundation: Apps for HumanityCompetition PS: Kenya's Dr.Sellah Nasimiyu King'oro of NCIC (National Cohesion and Integration Commission) sponsored by The Rotary Club of Westlands-Nairobi reported at the Rotary Peace Centre on 4th January in Bangkok having cliched one of the 100 competitive scholarships in 2015. Due to the competitive nature of this award, for consideration, applicants in Rotary District 9212 (Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan) are favorable with over 8years experience. https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/get-involved/exchange-ideas/peace-fellow… PeaceFellowship Application Eachyear, Rotary funds some of the world's most dedicated and brightestprofessionals to study at Rotary Peace Centers. Through training, study, andpractice, Rotary Peace Fellows become leaders and catalysts for peace andconflict resolution; many go on to careers in national governments, NGOs, themilitary, law enforcement, and international organizations like the United Nationsand World Bank."The world is in great need of more peace fellows who canwork hand in hand with governments and communities to counterbalance theoutbreak of war and conflict." – Abu Sufian Taj Elassfia,2011-13 Rotary Peace Fellow https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/get-involved/exchange-ideas/peace-fellow… Application process See the steps you need to take tocomplete your application process.Weare now accepting applications for the 2017-18 Rotary Peace Fellowshipsprogram. Follow these steps to ensure that your application receivesconsideration. 1. Review the application instructions and check the eligibilityrequirements and restrictions below before applying. Read the entireapplication before you begin.2. Thoroughly research the curriculum andprograms at each of the Rotary Peace Centers before starting your onlineapplication. You will be asked to rank the centers in order of importance.3. Master's degree applicants: Collectall academic transcripts, test scores, and any other documents required bypreferred universities as noted on the fellowship application. Allsupplementary materials must be in English. Certificate applicants:Academic transcripts or scores are not needed.4. Inform your local Rotarydistrict that you are applying for a peace fellowship, and request aninterview. District endorsement is required to complete the applicationprocess. TIP: Your local Rotary club can help you connect with yourdistrict. Use ClubFinder to locate the club nearest you. Club interviews and endorsements arestrongly encouraged but not required for applicants who have district support.5. Prior to interviews, fill out the applicationform, attach the required supplementary materials (test scores, academic orprofessional recommendations, essays), and submit them to your Rotarydistrict no later than 31 May.6. Complete an interview with districtrepresentatives. Districts must submit endorsed applications to The RotaryFoundation by 1 July.7. Receive notice of selection results inNovember. If you are chosen for a fellowship, you will receive the name of thePeace Center where you will study.8. Apply for admission to the universitywhere you will study. Being chosen for a fellowship does not mean you have beenadmitted to the university.APPLYNOW Eligibilityrequirements TheRotary Peace Fellowship is designed for professionals with work experience ininternational relations or peace and conflict prevention and resolution. Ourfellows are committed to community and international service and the pursuit ofpeace.Applicantsmust also meet the following requirements: - Proficiency in English; proficiency in a second language is strongly recommended - Strong commitment to international understanding and peace as demonstrated through professional and academic achievements and personal or community service - Excellent leadership skills - Master's degree applicants: minimum three years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, bachelor's degree - Certificate applicants: minimum five years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, strong academic background Eligibility restrictions RotaryPeace Fellowships may not be used for doctoral study. And the following peopleare not eligible for the master's degree program: - Active and honorary Rotary members - Employees of a Rotary club or district, Rotary International, or other Rotary entity - Spouses, lineal descendants (children or grandchildren by blood or legal adoption), spouses of lineal descendants, or ancestors (parents or grandparents by blood) of any living person in these categories - Former Rotary members and their relatives as described above (within 36 months of their resignation) Recipientsof Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships or professional development certificatefellowships must wait three years after completion of the scholarship orfellowship to apply for the master's degree program.RotaryPeace Fellows who have completed the master's degree program must wait fiveyears to apply for the certificate program. ===================================================================================https://herox.com/appsforhumanity CoreTechFoundation: Apps for Humanity Competition Call forSubmissions, Apps for Humanity Competition Hey innovators! Have an idea tosolve a humanitarian issue? Can it be built using our open source tools? Submityour ideas to win $20,000 USD. https://herox.com/appsforhumanity OverviewCoreTech Foundation built an applicationplatform called CORE to help nonprofits, developers, and entrepreneurs buildapplications that easily scale to impact hundreds of millions of lives. Thanksto the open source movement, we're placing traditionally expensive andsophisticated technology in the hands of the nonprofit world so they canimplement virtually any software-driven solution using our scalingplatform. HeroX has an awesome vision for social innovation and theirreach is incredible. Partnering with HeroX allows us to get CORE in the handsof some of the world's smartest people, so we're excited to see amazing ideascome from around the globe. The ProblemWe want to seenonprofits - the organizations that are dedicated to solving the world'spressing problems - create a large scale and lasting impact using technology.1. Technology isexpensive and nonprofits can't afford many existing solutions. 2. Tech companies typically focus their efforts on for-profit organizations. 3. Nonprofits don't know or don't think they need technology to achieveresults.The Challenge BreakthroughWe wantinnovative technology solutions to become commonplace in the nonprofit world,helping to solve issues that affect humanity.DurationThere will be twophases to the challenge: the ideation phase and the implementationphase. The ideation phase will last for three months, fromthe time registration opens until the final winner is announced. Theimplementation phase will last for six months, from the time registrationopens until the final winner is announced.How to Win the ChallengeThe winner mustsubmit an innovative and executable idea that helps solve an important issueaffecting humanity. The winning submission will effectively describe how ituses our CORE software platform to build out the proposed solution, what theidea adds to complement our platform's functionality, and how the idea differsfrom existing solutions aimed at addressing the same problem. NOTE:This competition is equally open to non-developers, who may submit high levelexplanations of how our software can help build out the proposedsolution. The winning ideawill be used to create the second part of the challenge: the implementationphase. The finalist and any other developers are welcome to build out thewinning idea. At that time, contestants will have an opportunity to use theCORE platform. Ultimately, our goal is to have a fully functioning finalproduct that can be deployed for use by relevant nonprofits.the deadline forthe Apps for Humanity Challenge is Feburary 15, 2016

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Vacancy: Chief Executive Officer- ICT Authority
by Phyllis Nyambura 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

*Listers,* The ICT Authority is looking to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer. The advertisement was carried out in today’s local dailies. You can review the advertisement on http://www.icta.go.ke/chief-executive-officer-vacancy/ <http://www.icta.go.ke/chief-executive-officer-vacancy/> Applications should be made to: board.chairman(a)ict.go.ke <board.chairman(a)ict.go.ke> Applications must be submitted on or before *29th January 2016.* *Please share widely with your networks.* Kind Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Email: info(a)ict.go.ke or communications(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.icta.go.ke <http://www.ict.go.ke/> Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2211960 www.icta.go.ke

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Re: [kictanet] Netflix KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions
by Ali Hussein 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Linda Please see my responses against your comments Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 / 0770906375 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "Discovery consists in seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what no one else has thought". ~ Albert Szent-Györgyi Sent from my iPad > On 13 Jan 2016, at 8:10 AM, Linda Ochieng <lindaochieng(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > I have been following your discussions here and my thoughts specifically on Netflix and online streaming are as follows: > > One, as a distributor of audio visual content, Netflix must adhere to the regulations governing distribution of such content in line with all the laws of the Republic of Kenya, irrespective of the type of medium they are using to make that content available to their target consumers. That is the only way the firm’s operations in the country can be legal. As you know, the law applies across the board and does not exempt foreign firms, or users of online platforms. Ali - Internet Governance issues are in play here and it's not cut and dried as you put. That's why you are seeing two regulators disagreeing. Why don't we then go ahead and also regulate all the other OTT (Over the Top) services like YouTube, Facebook video etc? > > Two, it is in interest of the country to protect our cyberspace against infiltration with content that is overly violent and damaging to our national values and morals and security. I a reliably informed that most of the movies distributed via some of these streaming services are rated as suitable for children, yet they have scenes that should not be shown to children. That is rather unfortunate, given that most of our children have access to the Internet. Whose interest are we protecting then when we support such content? Ali - There is no 'our cyberspace'. That's why it's called the World Wide Web. This suggestion to Balkanise the Internet is to the detriment of us all. We should fight it with all we have. > > Three and of even greater concern is the fact that British media reports have in fact indicated that some of the content circulating on these platforms requires secret codes to access, raising considerable suspicion as to what kind of information that is to be distributed in such an overt manner. What is the motive of making the information secret, beyond the subscription restrictions, we should ask? Ali - As Uhuru said - Policing should start with us. This business of us asking the government to decide for us everything even what we watch in our sitting rooms is a recipe for disaster. We don't want a Morality Police in our country. It starts with you and I. Let's desist from this mentality of 'Serikali saidia'! > > Four, there is concern over growing levels of pornographic material available in the country mainly originating from other countries. The source is online platforms. This should worry every good citizen. Radicalization is also one other major concern in online channels of content distribution. This is the reason why KFCB and CA should be given all the support they require by all stakeholders to ensure this kind of content is classified and regulated appropriately. In any case, who is not affected by these challenges? > Ali - True. It starts with us. Regulators are not supposed to enter our homes and police us. It's instructive that KFCB and CA are reading from the same script. > As I have said, everyone is bound by the law. As it is now, all content coming into the country is subject to the laws of Kenya. Without exception. Clearly then, if Netflix fails to submit their content for classification as expected by the law, their operations in Kenya will be illegal and must in that event face the full force of the laws of Kenya. Let us not be against regulation without considering its benefits to our country. Again true. However, regulators need to also understand that the script has changed. There is a new dispensation afoot. And they need to get on with the program. The days of the telegram are gone. The ITU as we know it also needs to reinvent itself. The CA fortunately is showing us positives (I'm willing to give them the benefit of doubt when it comes to some of the decisions and draft laws they come up. After all we are not perfect!) and they really need to continue in the same vein. > > Regards > > Linda > Amazon Tech Heights. Org

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Fwd: [afnog] African Telecoms Review for 2015
by David Njuki 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

2015 summary about the telecoms infrastructure on the continent. "It is also possible to see that China dominates the terrestrial fibre network industry in sub-Saharan Africa." Regards, David. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Steven G. Huter <sghuter(a)nsrc.org> Date: 14 January 2016 at 01:57 Subject: [afnog] African Telecoms Review for 2015 To: afnog(a)afnog.org Nice summary from Steve Song. https://manypossibilities.net/2016/01/africa-telecoms-infrastructure-in-201… Steve Huter _______________________________________________ afnog mailing list https://www.afnog.org/mailman/listinfo/afnog

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Netflix to be regulated by KFCB in Kenya
by Ngigi Waithaka 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Hi Listers, I just came across this http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Corporate-News/Netflix-should-be-subject… Looks like the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) wants to regulate Netflix. I then wonder, is Netflix IN Kenya or is it allowing Kenyans to access it? When I think of DSTV, which I think is broadcast from SA, every film classification is as per the classification in SA. I don't think I have ever seen a film that implies a classification criteria that involves KFCB. -- *Regards,* *Wait**haka Ngigi* Chief Executive Officer | Alliance Technologies | MCK Nairobi Synod Building T +254 20 525 0750 |Office Mobile: +254 716 201061 | M +254 737 811 000 www.at.co.ke

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Re: [kictanet] Netflix, CS Mucheru speaks...
by Josh Kinoti 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Dear Listers, It's good to see that the CS has stepped in to give guidance to the matters. We will need a policy informed approach to regulation. And yes, the issues that many have raised are fundamental to the discussion. As such a knee-jerk response will not hack it. Hope now we can look at the best practices and formulate a robust policy that all OTT providers will be required to adhere to.

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eSIM for consumers—a game changer in mobile telecommunications?
by Ali Hussein 14 Jan '16

14 Jan '16

Listers Very interesting article on telecoms. In 2011, Apple was granted a US patent to create a mobile-virtual-network-operator (MVNO) platform that would allow wireless networks to place bids for the right to provide their network services to Apple, which would then pass those offers on to iPhone customers. Three years later, in 2014, Apple released its own SIM card—the Apple SIM. Installed in iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 tablets in the United Kingdom and the United States, the Apple SIM allowed customers to select a network operator dynamically, directly from the device. This technology gave users more freedom with regard to network selection. It also changed the competitive landscape for operators. Industry players were somewhat resistant to such a high level of change, and the pushback may have been attributable to the fact that operators so heavily relied on the structure of distribution channels and contractual hardware subsidies. In fundamentally changing the way consumers use SIM cards, Apple’s new technology was sure to disrupt the model at the time. As a technology, e-SIM’s functionality is similar to that of Apple’s MVNO and SIM, since it also presents users with all available operator profiles. Unlike Apple’s technology, however, e-SIM enables dynamic over-the-air provisioning once a network is selected. Today, the industry is reacting much more favorably. One driver of the shift in sentiment is the recent focus on the push by the GSMA to align all ecosystem participants on a standardized reference architecture in order to introduce e-SIMs. What’s more, machine-to-machine (M2M) applications have used this architecture for built-in SIM cards for several years now with great success. Read on http://www.mckinsey.com/insights/telecommunications/E_SIM_for_consumers_a_g… Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 / 0770906375 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "Discovery consists in seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what no one else has thought". ~ Albert Szent-Györgyi Sent from my iPad

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Netflix, CS Mucheru speaks...
by Mwendwa Kivuva 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Keep-hands-off-Netflix-for-now-orders-new-… “We want the businesses of OTTs to actually be based here. There is a huge debate as to whether we will be billing or charging Netflix, and I think OTT should feel comfortable to invest in Kenya,” “The government is responsible for regulation, policy will come from government then it will be regulated but this will take some time. Regulators have to wait.”- Mr Mucheru

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Paying more attention to hardware and the Internet of Things
by Ahmed Mohamed Maawy 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

Listers, This may sound a bit like self promotion. But the idea is that we sat down as players of different innovation areas and we thought that it is about time we come up with ways to boost innovation in Hardware and Internet of Things. Although the concept does exist in our local innovation scene, its not being tackled head on. So we figured it would be wise to raise an initiative around it. So we are trying to form an initiative dubbed the IoT Developers Africa initiative and have outlined why it is key and strategic to the innovation sector in Sub Saharan Africa. More is explained here: https://letafricainnovate.wordpress.com/2016/01/13/announcing-the-iot-devel… -- *Ahmed Maawy* Executive Director - SwahiliBox / M-Power (CBO) Ambassador - Open Knowledge Director - Startup Grind Mombasa Software Developer - AJ+ / EveryLayer (KE) +254 714 960 627 Skype: ultimateprogramer swahilibox.co.ke www.okfn.org <http://okfn.org/> startupgrind.com ajplus.net www.everylayer.com

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Re: [kictanet] kictanet Digest, Vol 104, Issue 51
by Mark Kipyegon 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

Collectively, do we really need rules and regulations to uphold "traditional values"? IMO this is a social issue and not something that requires technical controls. On 13/01/2016 15:34, kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke wrote: > > Having said that, notice how this conversation is slowly turning to a > discussion about morals and ethics. > > Not sure, if the outcome will be fruitful in that regard. > > As a way forward, I would suggest enforcing of certain factors such as > parental control - for all OTTP related services. Who knows the videos our > children share with their friends on Whatsapp, IG ... > > Specifically, my opinion is a local used legislation must be inclusive and > multifaceted. Mere blocking of content might be a simplistic approach to a > complex situation. > >

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Re: [kictanet] kictanet Digest, Vol 104, Issue 47
by Josh Kinoti 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

Linda makes a good case, Re: regulation of Netflix Just wondering if you are aware one can set a 'child' account. IMO, the supposed regulation will at best stir curiosity. Remember the banning of 'The Wolf of Wall Street' locally? The effects were opposite of the intent. We ought to champion for self regulation and individual commitment to uphold the right values. The cyber space is a different kind of a beast. On Wednesday, 13 January 2016, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send kictanet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke <javascript:;> > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke <javascript:;> > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke <javascript:;> > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of kictanet digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Netflix KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions (Ali Hussein) > 2. Fwd: Legislative Update (Grace Mutung'u (Bomu)) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 13 Jan 2016 12:18:34 +0300 > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke <javascript:;>> > To: Linda Ochieng <lindaochieng(a)yahoo.com <javascript:;>> > Cc: "kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke <javascript:;>" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke <javascript:;>>, > "mutua.ezekiel(a)yahoo.com <javascript:;>" <mutua.ezekiel(a)yahoo.com > <javascript:;>>, "jwalu(a)yahoo.com <javascript:;>" > <jwalu(a)yahoo.com <javascript:;>> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Netflix KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > Message-ID: <14770024-77B9-4CE1-9119-F5292F19F75A(a)hussein.me.ke > <javascript:;>> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Linda > > Please see my responses against your comments > > Ali Hussein > Principal > Hussein & Associates > +254 0713 601113 / 0770906375 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > Skype: abu-jomo > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > "Discovery consists in seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking > what no one else has thought". ~ Albert Szent-Gy?rgyi > > Sent from my iPad > > > On 13 Jan 2016, at 8:10 AM, Linda Ochieng <lindaochieng(a)yahoo.com > <javascript:;>> wrote: > > > > I have been following your discussions here and my thoughts > specifically on Netflix and online streaming are as follows: > > > > One, as a distributor of audio visual content, Netflix must adhere to > the regulations governing distribution of such content in line with all the > laws of the Republic of Kenya, irrespective of the type of medium they are > using to make that content available to their target consumers. That is the > only way the firm?s operations in the country can be legal. As you know, > the law applies across the board and does not exempt foreign firms, or > users of online platforms. > > Ali - Internet Governance issues are in play here and it's not cut and > dried as you put. That's why you are seeing two regulators disagreeing. Why > don't we then go ahead and also regulate all the other OTT (Over the Top) > services like YouTube, Facebook video etc? > > > > Two, it is in interest of the country to protect our cyberspace against > infiltration with content that is overly violent and damaging to our > national values and morals and security. I a reliably informed that most > of the movies distributed via some of these streaming services are rated as > suitable for children, yet they have scenes that should not be shown to > children. That is rather unfortunate, given that most of our children have > access to the Internet. Whose interest are we protecting then when we > support such content? > > Ali - There is no 'our cyberspace'. That's why it's called the World Wide > Web. This suggestion to Balkanise the Internet is to the detriment of us > all. We should fight it with all we have. > > > > Three and of even greater concern is the fact that British media > reports have in fact indicated that some of the content circulating on > these platforms requires secret codes to access, raising considerable > suspicion as to what kind of information that is to be distributed in such > an overt manner. What is the motive of making the information secret, > beyond the subscription restrictions, we should ask? > > Ali - As Uhuru said - Policing should start with us. This business of us > asking the government to decide for us everything even what we watch in our > sitting rooms is a recipe for disaster. We don't want a Morality Police in > our country. It starts with you and I. Let's desist from this mentality of > 'Serikali saidia'! > > > > Four, there is concern over growing levels of pornographic material > available in the country mainly originating from other countries. The > source is online platforms. This should worry every good citizen. > Radicalization is also one other major concern in online channels of > content distribution. This is the reason why KFCB and CA should be given > all the support they require by all stakeholders to ensure this kind of > content is classified and regulated appropriately. In any case, who is not > affected by these challenges? > > > Ali - True. It starts with us. Regulators are not supposed to enter our > homes and police us. It's instructive that KFCB and CA are reading from the > same script. > > > As I have said, everyone is bound by the law. As it is now, all content > coming into the country is subject to the laws of Kenya. Without exception. > Clearly then, if Netflix fails to submit their content for classification > as expected by the law, their operations in Kenya will be illegal and must > in that event face the full force of the laws of Kenya. Let us not be > against regulation without considering its benefits to our country. > > Again true. However, regulators need to also understand that the script > has changed. There is a new dispensation afoot. And they need to get on > with the program. The days of the telegram are gone. The ITU as we know it > also needs to reinvent itself. The CA fortunately is showing us positives > (I'm willing to give them the benefit of doubt when it comes to some of the > decisions and draft laws they come up. After all we are not perfect!) and > they really need to continue in the same vein. > > > > Regards > > > > Linda > > Amazon Tech Heights. Org >

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Kenyan Musicians Protest and Petition to Attorney General and Chief Justice
by Bernard Kioko 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Call for Contributions: Taking Stock IGF 2015
by Barrack Otieno 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

Listers, For your information and attention. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Constance Bommelaer <bommelaer(a)isoc.org> Date: Wed, 13 Jan 2016 11:41:56 +0000 Subject: [Internet Policy] Call for Contributions: Taking Stock IGF 2015 To: Internet Policy External <InternetPolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Dear Members, The IGF Secretariat has just published a call for contributions taking stock of the IGF 2015 meeting and looking ahead to the IGF 2016 meeting<http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/call-for-inputs-taking-stock-of-the-10th-igf…>. The contributions will feed into the next Open Consultations and MAG meeting (dates TBA soon). In reflecting about what worked well and possible improvements for IGF 2016, the Internet community is invited to think about all aspects of the IGF: themes, structure of the conference, network of local/regional IGFs, intersessional activities leading to tangible outputs, etc. On this note, I invite you to read and share through your networks the following reports that where finalized and recently published by the IGF Secretariat: * The IGF Best Practices Handbook<http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/documents/best-practice-forums/657-bpf-handb…> * The IGF Policy Options for Connecting the Next Billion<http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/documents/policy-options/654-igf-policy-opti…> The deadline for submitting contributions is 12 February 2016. All ISOC members and chapters are invited to take part in the IGF consultation. Best, Constance -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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Fwd: Legislative Update
by Grace Mutung'u (Bomu) 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

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Cryptocurrencies: What next for Kenya?
by Ali Hussein 13 Jan '16

13 Jan '16

Listers Interesting article on the above. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-next-cryptocurrency-kenya-rosemary-koec… Ali Hussein Tel: +254 713 601113

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