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Kenya National Tax Policy Out
by David Indeje 30 May '24

30 May '24

Dear Listers, The national Tax Policy has been published. See how it affects some areas. -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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KICTANet Thought Leadership Series: Policy Discussion on digital taxation in Kenya.
by Nzambi Kakusu 29 May '24

29 May '24

Dear Listers, Following the ongoing discussions going on the list and the public participation set to be delivered to Parliament tomorrow Tuesday,28th May 2024. KICTANet is hosting an in-person half day meeting on *Wednesday 29 May 2024* in Nairobi to discuss the digital tax. If you would be interested to participate, please RSVP by sending me an email at nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke. Please note that we have 5 limited slots and will send invitations on a first come first served basis. Warmly, Nzambi Kakusu

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KFCB puts YouTube content creators on spot over filming licences
by Grace Githaiga 25 May '24

25 May '24

Listers Interesting turn of events. Several Kenyan content creators who share their content on YouTube, have received letters from the Kenya Film Classification Board threatening legal action unless they secure filming licences within the next 14 days. Read the story here: https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2024-05-24-kfcb-puts-youtube-content-creato… -- Kind regards, Dr. Grace Githaiga*,* CEO@*KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> @ggithaiga <http://twitter.com/ggithaiga> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegithaiga/> ___________________________ KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/kictanet/> | Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow/videos> | TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@kictanet> KICTANet: *Transformed communities through the power of ICTs* -- Kind regards, Dr. Grace Githaiga*,* CEO@*KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> @ggithaiga <http://twitter.com/ggithaiga> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegithaiga/> ___________________________ KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/kictanet/> | Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow/videos> | TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@kictanet> KICTANet: *Transformed communities through the power of ICTs*

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Google Announces Umoja, a new fiber optic cable connecting Africa to Australia
by Victor Kapiyo 24 May '24

24 May '24

Today, Google announced new investments in digital infrastructure and security initiatives designed to increase digital connectivity, accelerate economic growth, and deepen resilience across Africa. Anchored in Kenya, the Umoja cable route will pass through Uganda, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, including the Google Cloud region, before crossing the Indian Ocean to Australia. Umoja’s terrestrial path was built in collaboration with Liquid Technologies to form a highly scalable route through Africa, including access points that will allow other countries to take advantage of the network. Read more: https://blog.google/intl/en-africa/company-news/improving-connectivity-and-…

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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION OF THE FINANCE BILL, 2024 ON THE ICT SECTOR; 20th - 22nd MAY 2024.
by Linda Wairure 22 May '24

22 May '24

*Dear Listers,* Greetings from KICTANet! As a leading advocate for ICT policy and regulation, *KICTANet* is dedicated to fostering collaboration and promoting an enabling environment in the ICT sector. With our strategic objectives focused on effective multi-stakeholder participation, we are committed to engaging with stakeholders like you to ensure robust, rights-based policies. We are reaching out to invite you to participate in the *three-day moderated online mailing list discussion *regarding the* Finance Bill, 2024 (National Assembly Bills No. 30 of 2024). This bill contains c*rucial proposals related to revenue-raising measures, including the digital service tax, liability and collection of taxes. Your insights and contributions are vital as we navigate these proposals and their potential impact on the ICT sector. The discussion will take place on the KICTANet mailing list from *Monday, May 20th to Wednesday, May 22nd* . Each day of the discussion will focus on specific aspects of the Finance Bill, 2024, allowing us to delve into its provisions and implications. We encourage you to review the Finance Bill, 2024 link attached and the template format of submission of the memorandum. We shall include a matrix presentation outlining our concerns and proposals regarding relevant provisions of the Finance Bill, 2024. Your feedback and perspectives are invaluable as we work towards promoting policies that support a thriving ICT ecosystem. http://www.parliament.go.ke/sites/default/files/2024-05/Finance%20Bill%2C%2… Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to lgichohi(a)kictanet.or.ke . We are eager to hear your thoughts and insights on this crucial matter. Thank you for your continued support and participation. We look forward to engaging with you in this discussion. Sincerely, Linda Gichohi. *Kenya ICT Action Network.*

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finance bill discussion
by chrisphine ketta 21 May '24

21 May '24

hi cephas , am surprised with this bill ,here is a scenario of what we call say by with the left but act with the right hand ,we are going back to the colonial periods ,the hustler is now the hunted .

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KRA seeks data protection waiver to spy on tax cheats
by Barrack Otieno 21 May '24

21 May '24

Listers, Interesting developments <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/kra-seeks-data-protection-wa…> just after Kenya hosted NADPA. Regards -- *Barrack Otieno* *Trustee* *Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTAnet)* *Skype:barrack.otieno* *+254721325277* *https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/ <https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/>* *www.kictanet.or.ke <http://www.kictanet.or.ke>*

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Bill To Introduce Mandatory Registration For All ICT Service Providers
by Cephas Joseph 20 May '24

20 May '24

"The legislative proposal by the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, Eliud Owalo, proposes that those who intend to provide ICT services shall be required to apply to the Authority for accreditation." Will this elusive, new proposal get anywhere this time around? https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2024/05/bill-to-introduce-mandatory-re… --- *Cephas O.M *

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Are you Interested? Upcoming Events
by David Indeje 16 May '24

16 May '24

Dear Listers, Below are our upcoming events that you might find interesting: *Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2024 (Hybrid)* - - *Date*: June 10th–27th, 2024 The Kenya IGF brings together stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society, academia, media, and the public to engage in policy dialogue on Internet governance issues. This multistakeholder model ensures the Internet’s sustainability for economic and social development. *____________________________________________* *Kenya School of Internet Governance 2024 (KeSIG)* - - *Date*: 3 – 21 June 2024 KeSIG aims to enhance the capacity of key actors in local internet governance, including human rights defenders, civil society, students, academia, and the tech community. Participants contribute African perspectives to global internet policymaking debates. Applications for the 9th Edition of KeSIG are open until May 31, 2024. <https://tinyurl.com/mpbzj52c> ____________________________________________ Stakeholder Engagement on the ODPC Guidance Note for the Communication Sector - *Date: 5 June 2024 * The Data Protection Commissioner’s office issued a guideline for the telecommunication sector on data privacy, covering concerns like surveillance and data collection. This guideline is not legally binding but offers recommendations for compliance. To address the tension between privacy and data processing, Article 19 Eastern Africa and KICTANet will hold a meeting with stakeholders to discuss data protection challenges in the telecommunications sector. Read More <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/stakeholder-engagement-on-the-odpc-guidance-note…> ______________________________________________ KICTANet Thought Leadership Series: Policy Discussion on Digital Taxation in Kenya *Date: May 29, 2024* KICTANet in partnership with Meta Platforms Inc., is pleased to convene a thought-leadership roundtable discussion titled “*Policy Discussion on Digital Taxation in Kenya*“. Read More <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kictanet-thought-leadership-series-policy-discus…> ________________________________________________ KICTANet Digital Accessibility: “The Internet and Disability: A Focus on Digital Inclusion” *Date: 27th to 31st May 2024 * KICTANet in partnership with the Communication Authority (CA), will be hosting a five-day technical workshop on Digital Inclusion. Read More <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kictanet-digital-accessibility-the-internet-and-…> . _________________________________________________ Feel free to explore these events further and how you can participate in discussions that shape Kenya’s digital landscape. You can also reach out to us. -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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We are social: Let's build a brighter ICT ecosystem
by David Indeje 13 May '24

13 May '24

Dear Listers, Technology can create a more inclusive future for everyone. *Our Philosophy* At KICTANet, we believe in fostering collaboration across all sectors to develop strong ICT policies for Kenya, the region and globally. We bring together industry, academia, government, and the public to create a more open and inclusive digital landscape. *Our Mission* Promote an enabling environment in the ICT sector that is robust, open, accessible, and rights-based through multistakeholderism. *Stay Connected!* - *Subscribe <https://mm3-lists.kictanet.or.ke/mm/lists/kictanet.lists.kictanet.or.ke/>to our newsletter:* Get the latest news, updates, and event notifications straight to your inbox. - *Follow us on social media:* We're on X <https://twitter.com/KICTANet?t=Q7nYNFoEQ6_PscThWc-5hw&s=03>, LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/>, Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet?mibextid=ZbWKwL>, YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/@kictanet8886>, Instagram <https://instagram.com/kictanet?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==>, and TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@kictanet?_t=8ehdmlJ3YNp&_r=1>! Share your thoughts, ask questions, and stay connected. - *Join our WhatsApp Channel <https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaQsX4w6mYPIctLsGh1K>:* Get exclusive updates and engage in discussions. *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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