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When state players are complicit in a global tech meltdown
by Ali Hussein 28 Jun '17

28 Jun '17

Listers The global cyberattacks currently playing out over the last month or so with the latest version starting in Ukraine and spreading across the globe can be traced to the NSA's activities in either curbing cyber attacks or in their efforts to carry out its mandate of protecting America's National Security. This is a classic example of how such activities can go awry in a very bad way. It's reminiscent of riding a tiger hoping it will get you somewhere very fast while at the same time praying you don't fall off and get turned into its lunch.. Computer systems from Ukraine to the United States were struck on Tuesday in an international cyberattack that was similar to a recent assault that crippled tens of thousands of machines worldwide. In Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, A.T.M.s stopped working. About 80 miles away, workers were forced to manually monitor radiation at the old Chernobyl nuclear plant when their computers failed. And tech managers at companies around the world — from Maersk, the Danish shipping conglomerate, to Merck, the drug giant in the United States — were scrambling to respond. Even an Australian factory for the chocolate giant Cadbury was affected. Read on:- https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/27/technology/ransomware-hackers.html?emc=e… Regards Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." ~ Aristotle Sent from my iPad

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Kenya IGF - July - Registration Open
by Victor Kapiyo 27 Jun '17

27 Jun '17

Dear listers, The Kenya IGF is a unique platform for all stakeholders to openly exchange perspectives and concerns on key issues that may affect the future of the Internet for millions of Kenyans. KICTANet has been involved in organizing the Kenya IGF in partnership with industry stakeholders to address key Internet issues. This year, Kenya’s 2017 IGF is scheduled for July 6th, 2017, at the Laico Regency Hotel, Nairobi. The outcomes will feed into the Global IGF slated for December 2017 in Geneva, Switzerland. The global theme for this year’s IGF is “Shape Your Digital Future!” while the local theme is "Internet and Elections". Registration is now open. Kindly register to attend here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kenya-igf-2017-tickets-35478004667 We'll also be having as per tradition, our online discussions on the key issues facing the ICT sector next week. We look forward to your active participation. Also note, there will be other interesting events during the Kenya IGF week. You can have a look at them on the event website: www.kigf.or.ke Regards, Victor Kapiyo for Kenya IGF MAG

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Re: [kictanet] INVITATION TO THE 2017 PRE- KIGF ONLINE DISCUSSION
by Ronald Ojino 26 Jun '17

26 Jun '17

Dear Listers, It is my hope that you have had a great weekend! As you are aware, this year Kenya’s 2017 IGF will be taking place on July 6th at the Laico Regency hotel, Nairobi and as part of this major activity; we shall be having our online discussions on key issues facing the ICT sector starting tomorrow Tuesday, 27th June 2017. The pre-KIGF discussions will allow us to not only learn some new things but is also designed to allow us dig deeper into a range of topics, and ultimately apply those concepts on the D-Day! Some of the issues that we have lined up for online discussion include: · Day 1: Internet shutdowns · Day 2: Fake news during electioneering · Day 3:Online bullying · Day 4: Fintech ecosystem · Day 5: ICT in the counties Looking forward to your active participation. Best regards, Ronald Ojino -- Faith is a living and unshakable confidence. A belief in God so assured that a man would die a thousand deaths for its sake.

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Fellowship opportunity for Media and Academia | Civic Tech Showcase News
by Juliet Nanfuka 26 Jun '17

26 Jun '17

Greetings all, *Apply for the Media/Academia Fellowship* The second round of the CIPESA-ICT4Democracy Fellowship is open. The fellowships look to nurture university students', early career academics' and journalists' understanding of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for governance, human rights and development.The focus countries are Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Read more about the fellowships for Academia <https://cipesa.org/2017/06/round-2-now-open-cipesa-ict4democracy-academia-f…>and Media <https://cipesa.org/2017/06/round-2-now-open-cipesa-ict4democracy-media-fell…>. Feel free to query and to share the opportunity onward. Applications close on *July 1, 2017. * *Showcasing Civic and Social Technology in East Africa* Also under the CIPESA-ICT4Democracy project we are showcasing social and civic tech <https://cipesa.org/2017/06/showcasing-civic-and-social-tech-in-east-africa/> in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. We had the first showcase in Tanzania <https://cipesa.org/2017/06/youth-in-the-civic-and-social-tech-arena-in-tanz…> last week and look forward to the Uganda showcase on July 4th which we will host alongside Outbox. Kind regards, Juliet NB Apologies for cross posting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *See our report: State of Internet Freedom in Africa 2016 <http://cipesa.org/?wpfb_dl=225>| #InternetFreedomAfrica* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Juliet N. Nanfuka*Mobile: +256 (0) 773 949 345 |Office: +256 (0) 414 289 502 @ChewingStones -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Collaboration on International ICT Policy in East and Southern Africa (CIPESA)* Plot 156-158 Mutesa II Road, Ntinda | Kampala, Uganda www.cipesa.org | @cipesaug <https://twitter.com/cipesaug> | https://www.facebook.com/cipesaug

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Animators & Caricature artists
by Maina Samson 24 Jun '17

24 Jun '17

Gentlemen and ladiesCould someone refer me to 1 or 2 entry level animators that i could engage on a project i would like to do? Also if you have reference for a good caricature artists for the same Regards, Samson

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WALUBENGO: Kenya's uneasy dance with Bitcoin - Daily Nation
by Ali Hussein 23 Jun '17

23 Jun '17

Listers Excerpts from the blog:- Given all these benefits, CS Mucheru was challenged to reverse the chilling effect the terse circular from the Central Bank had caused within the Fintech innovators community. He, however, argued that the circular never stopped anyone from innovating around financial services, and innovators should therefore continue experimenting and pushing into new frontiers. Read the full article below:- http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/2274560-3982344-7t1mmd/in… As a follow up to this KICTANet will soon be releasing the BlockChain Policy brief we have been working on which will include deliberations from the June 8th discussions. Regards Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." ~ Aristotle Sent from my iPad

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Fwd: Notice: South Africa - Johannesburg, Pretoria: Taxi strike planned for 22 June suspended; continue to monitor developments
by Ali Hussein 22 Jun '17

22 Jun '17

Listers For those who will be in Jo'berg for ICANN59. *Ali Hussein* *Principal* *Hussein & Associates* Tel: +254 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> 13th Floor , Delta Towers, Oracle Wing, Chiromo Road, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya. Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the organizations that I work with. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Intl.SOS and Control Risks Security Alert <alerts(a)intlsos-cr.com> Date: Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 3:26 PM Subject: Notice: South Africa - Johannesburg, Pretoria: Taxi strike planned for 22 June suspended; continue to monitor developments To: ALI(a)hussein.me.ke South Africa: Johannesburg, Pretoria: Taxi strike planned for 22 June suspended; continue to monitor developments *OVERVIEW* *Level:* *Notice* *Location:* *Gauteng * - South Africa *Category:* Strike, Civil unrest *Last Updated: 22 Jun 2017 12:14 (GMT)* Local sources on 22 June reported that a strike by metered taxi operators in Pretoria and Johannesburg (both Gauteng province) planned for the day would not proceed; members should continue to monitor developments due to the potential for further related action. The strike, organised to protest operations by the app-based ride share service Uber, was suspended after the local authorities denied permission for it to go ahead. Major roads, including those leading to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), are currently clear, though members should reconfirm the status of routes prior to setting out as a precaution. *ADVICE* - Monitor developments due to the potential for further related strike or protest action. - Reconfirm existing transport arrangements and the status of routes, including to/from OR Tambo International Airport, before setting out. Maintain flexible itineraries and allow plenty of time to complete journeys. - Expect a heightened police presence on major routes between Pretoria and Johannesburg; follow all directives issued by them. - Exercise heightened caution when using app-based ride share services due to the potential for targeted violence. Travellers should ensure that there is no existing taxi rank in the vicinity of their pick-up location and keep a low profile when getting into the vehicle. - Liaise with local contacts and monitor our alerts on South Africa for related updates. *MORE DETAIL* Tension between licensed taxi drivers and Uber operators have risen in recent weeks as the latter have been accused of unfair competition. This has resulted in regular scuffles and protests, as well as localised incidents of violence including the torching of an Uber vehicle on 21 June in the Sunnyside area <http://mailgun.internationalsos.com/c/eJxVjrtuhDAQRb8GdyC_wEPhwoYQIe1WKOl5D…> of Pretoria. 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KICTANet Survey of Skills and Capabilities in the Network
by Grace Mutung'u 22 Jun '17

22 Jun '17

Dear listers, KICTANet has over the years depended on the goodwill among listers to carry out activities such as policy analysis and advocacy, the Kenya IGF as well as other face to face meetings. The list has grown to a membership of over 1,000 subscribers, yet there is no knowledge of the resources available within the network. KICTANet would therefore like to undertake a survey of skills of capabilities. Members of the network are invited to fill in the form which can be found at this link https://goo.gl/forms/YsWvo9dRebZJoDJo2 Happy Easter! -- Grace Mutung'u Skype: gracebomu @Bomu PGP ID : 0x33A3450F

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ICANN 59: NCUC Outreach Event (Remote Participation)
by Paul M 22 Jun '17

22 Jun '17

Dear Listers, For those of you who'll be unable to attend ICANN 59 in Johannesburg, the ISOC Gauteng chapter is organizing an outreach event targeted towards civil society participation in the ICANN's Non Commercial Users Constituency (NCUC). To register to participate go to the following links: Day1: https://isoc.zoom.us/meeting/register/e7c6bbaeb90973394ac87b605f06faf5 Day2: https://isoc.zoom.us/meeting/register/f33e9cfc7fe3c7e2c5b9141539e44ee6 The event commences on 23rd June 2017 at 11:00am EAT. Sincerely, Paul Muchene -- :-) Paul M

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ICT Growth Policies Vs. Taxation
by Nekesa Were 22 Jun '17

22 Jun '17

Good morning listers, This Saturday from 9.30am the iHub will host a forum on the impact of government revenue collection on the growth of the ICT sector. http://bit.ly/2soBcr2 Contributions to this discussion are of course welcome beforehand on this thread. -- Warm Regards, Nekesa Were iHub <http://ihub.co.ke/> Too brief? Here's why. <http://emailcharter.org/> +254.722.625.633

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