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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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Kenya gets sixth 16 Terabytes per second submarine fibre cable
by Mwendwa Kivuva 31 Mar '22

31 Mar '22

The cable has a designed capacity of 16 Terabytes per second and is expected to last 25 years. The cable is set to improve efficiency and cut internet costs in Kenya. Dubbed Peace Cable, it is connecting Pakistan, Kenya, Egypt, France and countries along the way with an extension to Singapore and South Africa. It was funded under Public Private Partnership courtesy of Telkom Kenya, Orange, Telecom Egypt, Cybernet, HMN Tech and PCCW Global. https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2022-03-29-kenya-gets-sixth-submarine-fibre…

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by David Indeje 31 Mar '22

31 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, On 29th March 2022, Meta and KICTANet convened a stakeholder engagement bringing together various civil society groups to discuss emerging concerns on the use of social media in the upcoming 2022 elections. This was a hybrid event with over 70 online and physical participants. It used the Chatham House Rule to allow participants to express themselves freely. Here is a link to the key highlights from the event. https://bit.ly/3K0FmdW *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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Enabling Telecom Regulatory Frameworks for #CommunityNetworks in Africa.
by David Indeje 30 Mar '22

30 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Ms. Josephine Miliza, KICTANet's Africa policy coordinator for the APC-LOCNET project, has written on "Enabling Telecom Regulatory Frameworks for #CommunityNetworks in Africa." She shares examples from Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe where she argues that even with the progress, the policy and regulatory environments in many African states are still unsupportive thus threatening the scalability and sustainability of community networks. The essence of #CommunityNetworks is more than the infrastructure. It’s giving communities power to self-determination, to build/adapt/use technologies that reflect their values, needs, and priorities. The Local Networks (LocNet) initiative, is being led by APC in partnership with Rhizomatica. Here is the link https://bit.ly/3DlG56W [image: v.jpg] *NB:* Kindly, do not forget to join our Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era. Examine the issues, effects & impact of the pandemic on the sector & identify priority actions to promote ICT sector growth and greater inclusion in Kenya. The registration link is: http://bit.ly/3tLbcWo *#BetterICTinKenya * *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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Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 29 Mar '22

29 Mar '22

[image: KIC.jpg] Dear Listers, We cordially invite you as we examine the issues, effects & impact of the pandemic on the sector & identify priority actions to promote ICT sector growth and greater inclusion in Kenya. The increased adoption of digital services has led to an increased demand for digital services, affordable devices but also put a strain on internet infrastructure. It has also resulted in a push for more affordable, accessible, and secure broadband internet access. The pandemic has also highlighted the increasing digital divide, especially for the digitally excluded communities and marginalized groups. *Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrsPlace Zoom Webinar: * https://bit.ly/3tLbcWo *#BetterICTinKenya* *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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E.U. Takes Aim at Big Tech’s Power With Landmark Digital Act
by Mutemi wa Kiama 25 Mar '22

25 Mar '22

The E.U. is expected to finalize a sweeping law aimed at Big Tech’s power that would affect app stores, ads, messaging and other everyday tools. Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:51 PM EST The law, called the Digital Markets Act, would be the most sweeping piece of digital policy since the E.U. enacted the world’s toughest rules to protect people’s online data in 2018. https://nyti.ms/3IDW5SX Warm regards, Mutemi wa Kiama Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social Accountability Entrepreneur, Strategic Planning & Organizational Development Facilitator, Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, Human Rights Defender, #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead

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REMINDER: COVID 19- building better regulations Thought Leadership Forum starts in 1 week
by David Indeje 24 Mar '22

24 Mar '22

Dear Listers, Kindly do not forget to register for our next Thought Leadership Forum. This will be held virtually. Details are as below: Building ICTs Better in a Post-COVID-19 Era Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrs Place Zoom Webinar: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/building-icts-better-in-a-post-covid-19-era/ *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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Call for KIGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG)
by Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu 23 Mar '22

23 Mar '22

Good afternoon Listers, Over the years KICTANet has convened the Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) which is an annual meeting that brings together various stakeholder groups to dialogue on ICT and Internet policy. In preparation for this year's KIGF, KICTANet wishes to invite volunteers from the different stakeholder groups to assist in the preparation of the KIGF2022, which will be held in June 2022. The volunteers will form The Steering Team otherwise known as the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) whose 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. To express interest, please send an email to info(a)kictanet.or.ke with the subject line "Kenya IGF 2022 MAG" indicating your stakeholder group, expertise and why you are interested in joining the steering committee of KIGF 2022 by *6th of April 2022.* Membership to the steering team is voluntary and all materials produced by KICTANet are published under creative commons licenses. Organisations from various stakeholder groups are encouraged to nominate representatives. For more information or clarification, feel free to get in touch. Best regards, Rosemary Koech.

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