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Webinar Tomorrow: Digital Lending Regulation by the Central Bank of Kenya
by Linda Bonyo 09 Aug '20

09 Aug '20

Dear Listers, Since their entrance into the market, digital lenders have remained outside the regulation of the Central Bank of Kenya. It was not up until June 2020 that the Central Bank presented the CBK Amendment Bill 2020 that proposed the inclusion of digital finance service providers and digital financial products under the governance of the CBK. What impact does this have for Digital Lenders, borrowers and traditional lending institutions? Is the regulation necessary? What impact does this have on Financial inclusion? Join the Lawyers Hub on this Policy exploratory journey tomorrow Monday 10th August at 12 Noon in response to the call for Public participation to the amendment bill. Date: Monday 10th August 2020 Time 12 Noon Register Here <http://Bit.ly/DigitalLendingKe> After registering, you will receive a link and reminder at the time of the event. Stay Sanitized, [image: unnamed (4).jpg] *__________________________________________________________________* *Linda Bonyo* (Ms.) | CEO, *Lawyers Hub * *Tech for Justice* Web <http://www.lawyershub.org> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawyers-hub-kenya-1bb021161/> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/lawyershubkenya> | Calendar <http://www.calendly.com/bonyo> | *_**__________________________________________________________* *DISCLAIMER: The information contained in or accompanying this e-mail is intended for the use of the stated recipient only. It may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. No confidentiality or privilege is waived or lost by any mistransmission. If you receive this message in error, please immediately delete it and all copies of it from your system, destroy any hard copies of it and notify the sender. You must not, directly or indirectly, use, disclose, distribute, print, or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views or opinions presented herein are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Lawyers Hub.*

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Foreign ICT firms to cede 30pc stake under new law
by Mwendwa Kivuva 07 Aug '20

07 Aug '20

Foreign companies eyeing to do business in the country’s lucrative ICT sector will have to surrender 30 per cent shareholding to Kenyans. This is according to the National Information Communications and Technology Policy Guidelines 2020, published last week, that spell out new regulatory obligations by companies and individuals working in the ICT sector. “The government strongly encourages Kenyans to participate in the ICT and science and technology sector through equity participation,” states the regulatory policy published last week by the ICT Ministry. “It is the policy that only companies with at least 30 per cent substantive Kenyan ownership, either corporate or individual, will be licensed to provide ICT services.” The State anticipates the policy will create 20 Kenyan multi-national ICT companies, 300 mid-sized firms, 5,000 small and medium enterprises and 20,000 startups. This is expected to increase the number of startups by easing their barrier to entry. The policy also proposes a government venture capital fund that will invest in start-ups for a portion of the equity on a first-loss basis in case the startup fails. Read on https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001381825/foreign-firms-t… ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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THE NATIONAL INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (ICT) POLICY GUIDELINES, 2020
by David Indeje 07 Aug '20

07 Aug '20

Dear Listers, The Ministry of ICT has published the National Information Communications and Technology Policy Guidelines. It will focus on 1. Mobile First 2. Market 3. Skills and Innovation 4. Public Service Delivery Read on page 8. onwards *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 Website: Khusoko <https://khusoko.com/> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/> <https://twitter.com/David_Indeje>

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Kenya's burden - the effects of digital taxes on SMEs
by David Indeje 05 Aug '20

05 Aug '20

Listers, I hope we have made time to register for our Webinar on *Human Rights Implications of Taxing Internet Access in Kenya* that is happening Thursday. If not, kindly register here <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5EAbrjt-ZOAa-29Z_yZqdnUEe8TpKo7F…> To spice up everything, Mwenda Tevin Gitonga wrote a very interesting article on *Kenya’s burden – the effects of digital taxes on smes. <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kenyas-burden-the-effects-of-digital-taxes-on-sm…>* [image: image.png] *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 Website: Khusoko <https://khusoko.com/>

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E-Learning
by tevin mwenda 05 Aug '20

05 Aug '20

Hi Listers, It appears Kenyan learners are shunning the Kenyan government e-learning portal for private ones https://www.nation.co.ke/kenya/news/kicd-content-fails-learners-test-1912966 Am just wondering what the case may be for the low uptakes? Thank you Kind Regards Tevin Mwenda Gitonga

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Passing of Suzanne Drouilh
by John Matogo 05 Aug '20

05 Aug '20

Dear colleagues. It is with deep sadness that I write to inform you of the passing of Suzanne Drouilh, who some may recall was an enthusiastic and committed advocate for technology in the early days of the Internet in Kenya and the East African region. She passed on peacefully at her home on the evening of Saturday 1st August after many months of being unwell. May her soul rest in eternal peace. As you read this please spare a moment in her memory. Regards, John Matogo

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IMPACT OF DNS ECOSYSTEM ON THE DIGITAL ECONOMY - WEBINAR
by Vincent Nyaga 04 Aug '20

04 Aug '20

Dear Listers, Good afternoon, we are inviting you to be part of this great conversation today 4th August, from 2.30 pm - 4.00 pm EAT. The webinar shall be about the IMPACT OF DNS ECOSYSTEM ON THE DIGITAL ECONOMY. Kindly register and be part of this great discussion. Register here [ https://t.co/nj6O5XseNL?amp=1 | http://t.ly/5UHi ] [ https://mail.kenic.or.ke/t.ly/5UHi ] Kind Regards, Vincent Nyagah, Communications Executive Tel: +254 713 116 353

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Podcast on Digital Law Issues
by Mugambi Laibuta 04 Aug '20

04 Aug '20

Dear listers, I recently started a Podcast that discusses digital law matters. Here are the links - https://anchor.fm/lexole (anchor) https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yN2YyMGRlYy… (google podcasts) Shukran. -- *Kind regards,* *Mugambi Laibuta * *LLM (LSE), LLB (Moi), Dip. Law (KSL)* *Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. | Legislative Drafter. | Mediator. | Ethics and Sustainability Consultant. | Monitoring and Evaluation Professional. | Privacy and Data Protection Specialist.* *www.laibuta.com <http://www.laibuta.com/>* *P.O. Box 6455 00300* *Nairobi* *Tel: +254 722 363 247* Help protect the environment, Please don't print this email unless you absolutely need to. Thank you.

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WEBINAR - IMPACT OF DNS ECOSYSTEM ON THE DIGITAL ECONOMY. 4TH AUGUST 2.30PM - 4.00PM
by Vincent Nyaga 04 Aug '20

04 Aug '20

Good Morning Listers, We are inviting you to be part of this great conversation today 4th August, from 2.30 pm - 4.00 pm EAT. The webinar shall be about the IMPACT OF DNS ECOSYSTEM ON THE DIGITAL ECONOMY. We have an array of guests as shown below. Kindly register and be part of this great discussion. Register here [ https://t.co/nj6O5XseNL?amp=1 | http://t.ly/5UHi ] Kind Regards, Vincent Nyagah, Communications Executive Tel: +254 713 116 353

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Human Rights Implication of Internet Access Taxation in Kenya
by David Indeje 03 Aug '20

03 Aug '20

Dear listers, This week, we shall be having an online webinar on the implication of Internet Acess Taxation in Kenya. We have an array of guests as shown below. Kindly do register and be part of the discussion. Click https://bit.ly/31d1IUn [image: image.png] *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Fwd: UNESCO Online Leadership Training Program 2020
by Keith Andere 29 Jul '20

29 Jul '20

Dear Listers, This might be of interest to some. Apologies for cross posting and possible duplication. Regards Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: AWIT <info(a)africanwomenintech.com> Date: Tue, Jul 28, 2020 at 10:55 AM Subject: UNESCO Online Leadership Training Program 2020 To: <kephand(a)gmail.com> Scholarship Opportunities Hello, Hope you are doing well and keeping safe. Have you been looking for scholarship opportunities? The following links might help. Feel free to forward them to your family and friends as well. 1. UNESCO Online Leadership Training Program 2020 <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> 2. Africa Energy Generation Prize 2020 for Young African Innovators <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> 3. Become a WE54 Young African Leader <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> 4. African Union ECHO 2021 Edition – Call for Papers <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> 5. The Reel Foundation/Total Young Writers Challenge 2020 <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> [image: Facebook] <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> [image: Twitter] <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> [image: LinkedIn] <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> [image: Instagram] <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d40abb9b8549a…> *Copyright © 2020 African Women in Technology, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you signed up via our website or have attended one of our recent events. *Our mailing address is:* African Women in Technology 222 Broadway New York, NY 10038-2510 Add us to your address book <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/vcard?u=d40abb9b8549a18d966…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. [image: Email Marketing Powered by Mailchimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/email-referral/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…> This email was sent to kephand(a)gmail.com *why did I get this?* <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/about?u=d40abb9b8549a18d966…> unsubscribe from this list <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=d40abb9b8549a…> update subscription preferences <https://africanwomenintech.us14.list-manage.com/profile?u=d40abb9b8549a18d9…> African Women in Technology · 222 Broadway · New York, NY 10038-2510 · USA -- Keith Andere Internet Governance | Policy | Cyber Peace & Security | Sustainable Development W: wa.me/+254722565212 <http://wa.me/254722565212> E: keith(a)auyc.org / keith.andere(a)unmgcy.org Twitter: @AndereKE Skype: Keithess LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com> [image: linkedin icon] <https://www.linkedin.com/ke/andereke> [image: twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/AndereKE> *Please consider the data privacy and confidentiality of this e-mail or it's contents.*

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Fwd: Register Now! Digital Infrastructure: Equity & Sustainability in Open Source | Thursday, August 6, 12:30 PM EST
by Beryl Aidi 29 Jul '20

29 Jul '20

Hi Listers To anyone who might be interested. I'm also sharing an RFP for digital infrastructure research that Ford Foundation circulated last week. >From Ford Foundation's Ford Tech and Society Team Please do share this with anyone you think might be interested. One of our failings in our last effort is the lack of grantees based outside of global north countries and I would like to focus efforts to build a more globally diverse set of grants this time. You can also view the RFP directly here: https://fordfoundation.forms.fm/2020-digital-infrastructure-research-rfp/ Best Beryl ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ford Foundation <rsvp(a)fordfoundation.org> Date: Tue, Jul 28, 2020 at 8:00 PM Subject: Register Now! Digital Infrastructure: Equity & Sustainability in Open Source | Thursday, August 6, 12:30 PM EST To: <bee.aidi(a)gmail.com> *Invitation* | AUGUST 06, 2020 View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/fordfoundation.org/h9turlv2nm-2015170?e=306110b93b> [image: Ford Foundation logo in white on green background] [image: Conversations tag in white on green background] [image: Clock symbol] THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2020 12:30 - 1:45 PM EDT *DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE: EQUITY & SUSTAINABILITY IN OPEN SOURCE* Click to RSVP → <https://fordfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3f89269c6132144b6…> The *Ford Foundation* and the *Alfred P. Sloan Foundation*, in partnership with the *Mozilla* and *Open Society Foundation*, invite you to join us on *Thursday, August 6th* to explore equity & sustainability in Open Source. A critical part of Digital Infrastructure. This webinar will feature a panel discussion and Q&A with researchers from our 2019 grantee cohort: *Laura Dabbish, (Carnegie Mellon University), Caroline Sinders, Anushah Hossain (UC Berkeley) & Benedict Kingsbury (New York University). * We will also continue the conversation around our 2020 call for proposals to further this field of work and hold a Q&A for interested applicants. *About the Speakers: * *Laura Dabbish, Carnegie Mellon University: *How might structural factors in the social networks of open-source communities pose barriers to underrepresented newcomers, especially women, becoming full community members? *Caroline Sinders, independent researcher:* What can the history of Javascript teach us about techniques to mitigate harassment (a barrier to diversity and a threat to the sustainability of digital infrastructure projects) in open-source communities? *Anushah Hossain, UC Berkeley: *What factors encourage and sustain international communities of contributors to open-source projects? *Benedict Kingsbury, Institute for International Law & Justice & Guarini Institute for Global Legal Studies, NYU School of Law: *How can legal devices and institutions be adapted and applied, both locally and transnationally, to overcome the under-maintenance of critical digital infrastructure? Everything in our modern society, from hospitals to banks to social media platforms, runs on software. Nearly all of this software is built on “digital infrastructure,” a foundation of free and public code that is designed to solve common challenges. But this free, public code—which we refer to as open source software—needs regular upkeep and maintenance, just as physical infrastructure does, and because it doesn’t belong to any one person or party, it is no one person’s job to maintain it. Despite the importance of this infrastructure, the community that maintains it lacks the diversity of the society it is meant to serve <https://fordfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3f89269c6132144b6…>. And more work is needed to better engage the international communities that undergird this ecosystem, as well as the international legal and regulatory mechanisms for sustainability. We believe that preserving this sustainable, open digital infrastructure is a critical public interest issue. We hope you will join us in building toward a more diverse and well-funded ecosystem for digital infrastructure. *For the best quality performance, please make sure you download the newest edition of Zoom <https://fordfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3f89269c6132144b6…> prior to the event. * *THURSDAY,* AUGUST 6 12:30 - 1:45 PM EDT 12:30 *Welcome* Micheal Brennan Josh Greenberg 12:40 *Equity & Sustainability in Open Source* Laura Dabbish Caroline Sinders Anushah Hossain Benedict Kingsbury 1:00 *Q&A* 1:10 *Re-Announce the RFP Q&A* 1:30 *End* <#m_1663524585708598919_m_-4529725785311105010_> REGISTER NOW → <https://fordfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3f89269c6132144b6…> *Missed the last event? View the recording, read the pre-read materials & more here <https://fordfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3f89269c6132144b6…>. 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Ghana Telcos, ECG to rollout fibre across the country and reduce taxes
by Adam Lane 29 Jul '20

29 Jul '20

https://mobile.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Telcos-ECG-to-rollout-fi… Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has noted that the future is about digitalization. He told parliament on Thursday July 23 that data is now becoming as essential as water and electricity, especially for our youth and businesses. The COVID-19 pandemic has reaffirmed this, especially as more people work remotely and also access education and health services. Presenting the mid year budget review statement to parliament , he said : “This caring Government has worked diligently to digitalise the economy over the last three and half years. “We need to further speed up the digitalisation effort where every citizen nationwide has access to the internet and other digital services. “As such going forward, government will work with the Telcos and ECG to rollout fibre across the country on the back of the electricity distribution network so every citizen nationwide will have access to high speed broadband. “In the short term, we will reduce the CST from 9% to 5% to reduce the cost of communication services to the consumer as more and more people work remotely and utilize online services. “We will count on the Telcos to match this reduction in the CST by reducing their tariffs. This is important for our youth, entrepreneurs and the burgeoning FINTEC industry.”

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Safaricom starts Sh20 a day loan for buying smartphones
by David Indeje 28 Jul '20

28 Jul '20

Dear Listers, Safaricom from Tuesday will start selling smartphones on credit to its subscribers who will make daily payments of as little as Sh20 a day for up to a year dubbed Lipa Mdogo Mdogo. This is a novel idea from the telco in ensuring the 'access gap is closed" The CEO Peter Ndegwa says it will enable users to access 4G. https://bit.ly/2EnOOew As this unfolds, the issue of: 1. affordability 2. right infrastructure - power 3. What are competitors doing? Will still need to be addressed going forward. *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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The effects of digital taxes on smes in Kenya
by tevin mwenda 23 Jul '20

23 Jul '20

Hi Listers I wanted to share an article I wrote on the KICTANET website on the effects of the new digital taxes on SMEs in Kenya and possible solutions. Happy reading. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kenyas-burden-the-effects-of-digital-taxes-on-sm… Thank you Kind Regards Tevin Mwenda Gitonga

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Fwd: [KPTJ_Communications] Fwd: New Ford-Funded RFP on Digital Infrastructure
by Beryl Aidi 22 Jul '20

22 Jul '20

Hi Listers Might be of interest to you. There is also a web event tomorrow in addition to the RFP. Beryl ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ochiel, Linda <l.ochiel(a)fordfoundation.org> Date: Wed, 22 Jul 2020 at 16:06 Subject: New Ford-Funded RFP on Digital Infrastructure To: Linda Ochiel <l.ochiel(a)fordfoundation.org> Hello, This may be of interest. Please, feel free to disseminate to those who may be interested in looking into public interest digital infrastructure. All the best, L ---------- Forwarded message --------- Hello! As many of you know, Ford works in the realm of digital infrastructure - the technical underpinnings of a free and open internet. This is a complement to our long-standing strategy on internet policy issues. One of our focus areas is open source code as a public good. As part of that we are launching a new RFP focused on the research and implementation of open source infrastructure: how do we ensure its sustainability, security and maintenance? We are having an event *tomorrow at 12:30pm ET* to launch the RFP. If interested, you can register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-infrastructure-building-our-digital-wo… You can also view the RFP directly here: https://fordfoundation.forms.fm/2020-digital-infrastructure-research-rfp/ Please do share this with anyone you think might be interested. One of our failings in our last effort is the lack of grantees based outside of global north countries and I would like to focus efforts to build a more globally diverse set of grants this time. Ford Tech and Society Team _______________________________________________ Kptj_communications mailing list Kptj_communications(a)kptj.africog.org http://kptj.africog.org/mailman/listinfo/kptj_communications_kptj.africog.o… -- Beryl *********************************************** Beryl Aidi Freelance Campaign and Communication Specialist Skype: beryl.aidi Twitter: @thespannergal Darkness cannot put out the Light. It can only make God brighter. —Author Unknown.

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Kindly WhatsApp Me!
by David Indeje 22 Jul '20

22 Jul '20

Listers, How many times have you asked folks to share something with you on your WhatsApp platform? This is an interesting read from Mail and Gurdian. A school of thought says in future, elections will be won via such platforms. How true would they be? Is WhatsApp shaping democracy in Africa? https://mg.co.za/africa/2020-07-21-is-whatsapp-shaping-democracy-in-africa/

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Webinar on 4IR for Africa
by Adam Lane 18 Jul '20

18 Jul '20

May be of interest…. https://twitter.com/go2uj/status/1284055999750590465?s=20 【Link】 https://zoom.us/webinar MEETING ID: 93948312212 ALL WELCOME [cid:image001.png@01D65BBF.985867A0]

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Thank you for attending the Engagement between the Senate Standing Committee on ICT and KICTANet
by Grace Githaiga 18 Jul '20

18 Jul '20

Dear Listers We are grateful to all those who attended the meeting between the Senate ICT committee and KICTANet on July 15. The meeting deliberated on challenges and emerging issues that require attention in particular during this covid 19 period. A report of the meeting will be shared as soon as it is finalized. Again, asanteni sana. Rgds Grace

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July 29 Better World Summit 2020
by Adam Lane 17 Jul '20

17 Jul '20

Dear KICTANeters We would like to invite you to attend our global online Better World Summit, which will be held on July 27th-29th, 2020 and is entirely free. The pandemic has changed the world around us, touching on every aspect of work and life. Throughout this process, ICT infrastructure has proven to be a potent bulwark in our fight against the coronavirus and the broader social challenges it brings. This summit is designed to explore how ICT can be used to more effectively combat the spread of COVID-19 and boost post-pandemic economic recovery. Alongside telecom carriers, regulators, analysts, media, and our partners around the globe, we will delve into how ICT is providing new value in a wide range of fields, including telemedicine, remote education, telework, and public health services. And we will also explore the strategic foundations it lays for a brighter, more prosperous tomorrow. It is several hours split over 3 days, though the July 29 will focus more on policy and may be of interest to those on the list. Here is the agenda for the July 29 Policy related session. [blob:https://web.whatsapp.com/c21cb8f1-5fa0-4122-ae35-1b7d0815c223] 　Time Topic Confirmed Speakers 16:00-16:15 Huawei： Share the responsibility, Build the Future Catherine Chen Corporate Senior Vice President and Director of the Board, Huawei 16:15-16:55 International Industry organization: Accelerating Digital Inclusion to Embrace the New Normal Mario MANIEWICZ, Director of Radio communication Bureau, ITU Derek O'Halloran, Head of the Shaping the Future of Digital Economy and New Value Creation, WEF John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA Luc Hindryckx, Director General, ECTA 16:55-17:45 National regulatory/industry association： Strengthen the development of ICT infrastructure and digial economy Wei Liurong, Deputy Chief Engineer of Policy and Economic Research, China Academy of Information and Communication Technology Mrs.Vunnaporn Devahastin, Secretary-General of the National Digital Economy and Society Commission, Thailand Stella Tembisa Ndabeni-Abrahams, Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, South Africa Alexander Rabe, CEO of ECO, Germany 17:45-18:00 Analyst： How ICT Industry Policies and digital economies Boost National Economies Stuart Carlaw, Chief Research Officer, ABI Research Rajesh Duneja, Partner, Head of Regulatory Competence Centre, ADL Please view the entire agenda and register here: https://carrier.huawei.com/en/events/bws2020 [cid:image002.jpg@01D65BBE.8D0CD2B0] [cid:image004.png@01D65492.C1312470]

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Re: [kictanet] Something that We Cannot See Is Holding 5G Back in Africa
by Kathy Mwai 16 Jul '20

16 Jul '20

You do make a case for 5G in Africa, and Kenya specifically. It was only yesterday however that Britain decided to strip Huawei out of its 5G network implementation. While I am not indicating this is the trend that Kenya should follow, the point I want to make is that I do not think we are going to accept 5G infrastructure in our residential areas particularly without questioning it. Yes, they may just be conspiracy theories about the radiation dangers of 5G, but if I could use my neighbourhood as an example, the residents here have decided to contend with poor network connection than have the telecommunications company install a mast. It is not an easy decision because the emerging technologies do require 5G strength to work optimally. I wonder if there are groups working to educate people on how to mitigate the radiation effects of 5G. There are some I know online and it would help everyone to get themselves educated on it so that when the inevitable time of 5G rollout comes, then you can protect yourself - to an extent! Kathy On Wed, 15 Jul 2020 at 15:47, Adam Lane via kictanet < kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > https://blog.huawei.com/2020/07/14/something-that-we-cannot-see-is-holding-… > > > Something that We Cannot See Is Holding 5G Back in Africa > > > > There is an intangible resource that most people do not know exists and > cannot be seen or touched. That resource is holding Africa back from > rolling out high-speed 5G mobile services. If we don’t solve managing this > resource better, then we won’t get 5G in Africa and we’ll be left behind. > > > Spectrum is of critical importance in Africa. Not necessarily because > Africans need high-speed mobile phone services, nor because they are likely > to have tens of thousands packed into stadiums or highly dense areas > (especially this year). And it’s not because self-driving cars will be > populating the continent’s roads any time soon. > > > It is of critical importance because so few homes and businesses have > fiber in Africa. > > > However, through Fixed Wireless Access (FWA/WTTx) solutions, 5G can > provide fiber-like services without requiring the expense or time needed to > install fiber. Upgrading existing base stations and deploying a CPE > (Customer Premises Equipment) like a mobile router or dongle inside or > outside an office or home instantly yields the fiber-like speeds that are > critical for e-commerce and online learning. And now more than ever, it is > clear how important both are. > > > Spectrum 101 > > > Most people may think of spectrum as a range of colors in a rainbow, or a > range on which political opinions belong. > > > But it also refers to the range of wavelengths of electromagnetic > radiation. Even though these are generally invisible to the human eye, > spectrum matters for communications, whether it is radio, Wi-Fi, mobile > phones, or satellite broadcasts — all use electromagnetic waves to travel > and reach a user. > > > The Role of Governments > > > The use of these intangible wavelengths are regulated by governments to > prevent multiple users using the same frequencies of spectrum, as this > would cause interference and nothing would reach the user. At a global > level, the UN oversees a process for all countries to agree on the kind of > users for different frequencies (such as for Wi-Fi, mobile phones, or > meteorological use). At the national level, the government decides which > specific organisations or companies can use that spectrum. > > > National governments often charge a fee to commercial companies for using > this — one purpose is to recoup the costs for managing, monitoring, and > enforcing the regulation of spectrum. Another is to generate revenue for > the government. And a third (and arguably the most important) is to weed > out those who may not be serious about using the spectrum. In other words, > they want companies that have the resources to invest in the infrastructure > to use it. So the thinking goes that if serious players can afford the > spectrum, they can also afford to pay for the infrastructure. > > > Regulators want to support existing actors with solid track records to > deliver infrastructure, but they don’t want to restrict new entrants to the > market or innovation. So, they face striking a balance — to allow new > companies to come in even if they do not have much in the way of resources > yet, but are serious and could still make good use of the infrastructure in > the future. There is also pressure from the treasury to generate as much > money as possible. This may come from the richest companies, but could in > turn affect these companies’ finances, so they cannot subsequently invest > in building networks. > > > For high-speeds, it is necessary to have large amounts of spectrum in a > big block. But right now, few companies in Africa have that, which means no > company can provide it. Lots of companies each have small amounts of > spectrum, so none can provide a high-speed network to lots of people. It is > critical that this changes — and urgently. Companies, whether big or small, > existing or new, must be given access to that spectrum. And there must be > enough to go around, providing it is only given to companies that are > really serious about using it and are seriously able to make the necessary > investments. > > > During COVID-19, South Africa has temporarily made spectrum available to > its operators. This has resulted in two new operators launching 5G (one > launched last year with the spectrum it already had). With the > affordability of Internet data creating such a critical challenge in > Africa, the prices local operators are charging for 5G are telling: > > > - Comparing 5G with 4G, one operator will give you 10 times more data > for only 4 times the price, or 40 times more data for only 6 times the > price. > > -.Another provides unlimited data and charges by speed instead, just > like a traditional fiber service, even though they are using mobile. > > > Countries like Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya have strong technology sectors, > innovative local companies, a significant presence from international > companies, and a strong focus on creating jobs involving technology. They > need to move faster with 5G to ensure future development. > > > Future businesses in the technology industry and the profits, social > impact, and jobs that come with that, rely on having high-speed Internet > for consumers through FWA. Millions of Africans could use that connectivity > to get trained online, get jobs online, earn money online, and create tech > businesses. And now is the time to make that happen. > > -------------------------------------------------- > M: +254-790985886 > Deputy CEO, Government Affairs > Huawei Kenya > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%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. > -- *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...*

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN68 Virtual MEA Online Readout Session | Tuesday 21 July 2020 | 11.00 - 12.30 UTC
by Bob Ochieng 16 Jul '20

16 Jul '20

Dear Listers, Please see below details for the ICANN68 Online Readout Session . Thanks. Regards Bob. > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> > Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN68 Virtual MEA Online Readout Session | Tuesday 21 July 2020 | 11.00 - 12.30 UTC > Date: 16 July 2020 at 12:47:55 EAT > To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> > Reply-To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> > > Hello everyone, > > You are cordially invited to attend the ICANN68 Virtual Middle East and Africa Online Readout Session. > > When: Tuesday 21 July 2020 at 11.00 - 12.30 UTC (90 minutes) > Registration: Please register here >> https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xEWTLEHeQ5qbyLxNBlj3bw <https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xEWTLEHeQ5qbyLxNBlj3bw> > > The readout session will be available in Arabic, English (default language in the Zoom room), and French. > > Information on agenda and others can be found here >> https://go.icann.org/3923lrF <https://go.icann.org/3923lrF>. > > We look forward to seeing you. > > Thanks > > -- > Yaovi Atohoun > Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager- Africa; ICANN > www.icann.org <http://www.icann.org/> > > > > _______________________________________________ > AfrICANN mailing list > AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net <mailto:AfrICANN@afrinic.net> > https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo/africann <https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo/africann>

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Something that We Cannot See Is Holding 5G Back in Africa
by Adam Lane 15 Jul '20

15 Jul '20

https://blog.huawei.com/2020/07/14/something-that-we-cannot-see-is-holding-… Something that We Cannot See Is Holding 5G Back in Africa There is an intangible resource that most people do not know exists and cannot be seen or touched. That resource is holding Africa back from rolling out high-speed 5G mobile services. If we don’t solve managing this resource better, then we won’t get 5G in Africa and we’ll be left behind. Spectrum is of critical importance in Africa. Not necessarily because Africans need high-speed mobile phone services, nor because they are likely to have tens of thousands packed into stadiums or highly dense areas (especially this year). And it’s not because self-driving cars will be populating the continent’s roads any time soon. It is of critical importance because so few homes and businesses have fiber in Africa. However, through Fixed Wireless Access (FWA/WTTx) solutions, 5G can provide fiber-like services without requiring the expense or time needed to install fiber. Upgrading existing base stations and deploying a CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) like a mobile router or dongle inside or outside an office or home instantly yields the fiber-like speeds that are critical for e-commerce and online learning. And now more than ever, it is clear how important both are. Spectrum 101 Most people may think of spectrum as a range of colors in a rainbow, or a range on which political opinions belong. But it also refers to the range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation. Even though these are generally invisible to the human eye, spectrum matters for communications, whether it is radio, Wi-Fi, mobile phones, or satellite broadcasts — all use electromagnetic waves to travel and reach a user. The Role of Governments The use of these intangible wavelengths are regulated by governments to prevent multiple users using the same frequencies of spectrum, as this would cause interference and nothing would reach the user. At a global level, the UN oversees a process for all countries to agree on the kind of users for different frequencies (such as for Wi-Fi, mobile phones, or meteorological use). At the national level, the government decides which specific organisations or companies can use that spectrum. National governments often charge a fee to commercial companies for using this — one purpose is to recoup the costs for managing, monitoring, and enforcing the regulation of spectrum. Another is to generate revenue for the government. And a third (and arguably the most important) is to weed out those who may not be serious about using the spectrum. In other words, they want companies that have the resources to invest in the infrastructure to use it. So the thinking goes that if serious players can afford the spectrum, they can also afford to pay for the infrastructure. Regulators want to support existing actors with solid track records to deliver infrastructure, but they don’t want to restrict new entrants to the market or innovation. So, they face striking a balance — to allow new companies to come in even if they do not have much in the way of resources yet, but are serious and could still make good use of the infrastructure in the future. There is also pressure from the treasury to generate as much money as possible. This may come from the richest companies, but could in turn affect these companies’ finances, so they cannot subsequently invest in building networks. For high-speeds, it is necessary to have large amounts of spectrum in a big block. But right now, few companies in Africa have that, which means no company can provide it. Lots of companies each have small amounts of spectrum, so none can provide a high-speed network to lots of people. It is critical that this changes — and urgently. Companies, whether big or small, existing or new, must be given access to that spectrum. And there must be enough to go around, providing it is only given to companies that are really serious about using it and are seriously able to make the necessary investments. During COVID-19, South Africa has temporarily made spectrum available to its operators. This has resulted in two new operators launching 5G (one launched last year with the spectrum it already had). With the affordability of Internet data creating such a critical challenge in Africa, the prices local operators are charging for 5G are telling: - Comparing 5G with 4G, one operator will give you 10 times more data for only 4 times the price, or 40 times more data for only 6 times the price. -.Another provides unlimited data and charges by speed instead, just like a traditional fiber service, even though they are using mobile. Countries like Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya have strong technology sectors, innovative local companies, a significant presence from international companies, and a strong focus on creating jobs involving technology. They need to move faster with 5G to ensure future development. Future businesses in the technology industry and the profits, social impact, and jobs that come with that, rely on having high-speed Internet for consumers through FWA. Millions of Africans could use that connectivity to get trained online, get jobs online, earn money online, and create tech businesses. And now is the time to make that happen. -------------------------------------------------- M: +254-790985886 Deputy CEO, Government Affairs Huawei Kenya

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Blog: The Importance of ITHI (Identifier Technology Health Indicator) to You, and How to Participate
by Barrack Otieno 15 Jul '20

15 Jul '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Wed, 15 Jul 2020, 10:55 am Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Blog: The Importance of ITHI to You, and How to Participate To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone, Please read more at https://www.icann.org/news/blog/the-importance-of-ithi-to-you-and-how-to-pa… Thanks -- *Yaovi Atohoun* *Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager- Africa*; *ICANN* *www.icann.org <http://www.icann.org>* _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo/africann

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Job Application for Policy Director at Data & Society Research Institute
by Alice Munyua 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

https://boards.greenhouse.io/datasocietyresearchinstitute/jobs/4784242002

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Fwd: IGF-USA 2020 is Next week: Register ASAP!
by Barrack Otieno 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

Listers, This might be of interest to you. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Judith Hellerstein via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2020, 7:50 pm Subject: [Internet Policy] Fwd: IGF-USA 2020 is Next week: Register ASAP! To: <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> HI All, The first virtual Internet Governance Forum USA will be next week July 22-23. There are so many great sessions that are scheduled over 2 days so hope all can tune in. - Policy Debate on the Encrypted Internet and Lawful Access - Privacy in the Age of COVID-19: Public Health and Individual Rights - Network Security and Cyber Attacks Users Don’t See (or Understand) - Should Online Platforms Moderate and be Accountable for User-Created Content? - What does Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data Mean for the Internet? - 5G, Security, and the Internet of Things - Impact of COVID-19 on Learners and Educators - Did America’s Tech Industry Deliver for Americans during the COVID Crisis? - What does the COVID Crisis Mean for Internet Governance? Go to the IGF USA website at https://www.igfusa.us/igf-usa-2020/ to register and find out more information. We will also have captioning in English for all the sessions If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask me. Cheers, Judith _________________________________________________________________________ Judith Hellerstein, Founder & CEO Hellerstein & Associates 3001 Veazey Terrace NW, Washington DC 20008 Phone: (202) 362-5139 Skype ID: judithhellerstein Mobile/Whats app: +1202-333-6517 E-mail: Judith(a)jhellerstein.com Website: www.jhellerstein.com Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/jhellerstein/ Opening Telecom & Technology Opportunities Worldwide -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: IGF-USA 2020 is Next week: Register ASAP! Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:58:43 +0000 From: IGF-USA <info(a)igfusa.us> <info(a)igfusa.us> Reply-To: IGF-USA <info(a)igfusa.us> <info(a)igfusa.us> To: judith(a)jhellerstein.com View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/423caf6f42f2/igf-usa-2020-is-next-week-register-asap?e=9…> IGF-USA 2020 Register Now <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> *When:* July 22-23, 2020 *Where: *Virtual Conference on Zoom w/ Livestream Available On July 22 and 23, experts from civil society, industry, academia, and government will meet virtually for the IGF-USA 2020 – the preeminent conference on Internet governance in the United States. During the COVID-19 crisis, the Internet has been essential to our lives in ways that we didn’t envision just a few months ago. The pandemic shifted entire sectors into online-only mode, including remote education for all ages, telework across nearly all sectors, border-agnostic telehealth, and all-virtual entertainment. This has demonstrated the immense value the Internet brings to society, while raising awareness of the gaps and concerns about the implications for privacy, security, and more. The issues that we will discuss at the IGF-USA 2020 are more important than ever and you can expect the high level of dialogue and exchange of ideas around maximizing the benefits of the Internet and discussing solutions to the issues. This year’s IGF-USA will feature discussions issues vital to the expanded reliance on the Internet in nearly every aspect of our lives: *Featuring Fireside Chat on 5G, Security, and IoT with:* - *Ajit Pai*, Chairman, Federal Communication Commission - *Chris Krebs, *Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Department of Homeland Security *IGF-USA 2020 Session Topics:* - *Policy Debate on the Encrypted Internet and Lawful Access* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *Privacy in the Age of COVID-19: Public Health and Individual Rights* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *Network Security and Cyber Attacks Users Don’t See (or Understand)* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *Should Online Platforms Moderate and be Accountable for User-Created Content?* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *What does Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data Mean for the Internet?* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *5G, Security, and the Internet of Things* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *Impact of COVID-19 on Learners and Educators* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *Did America’s Tech Industry Deliver for Americans during the COVID Crisis?* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> - *What does the COVID Crisis Mean for Internet Governance?* <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> Register Now <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> [image: Twitter] <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> [image: Facebook] <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> [image: Website] <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2…> *Copyright © 2020 The Greater Washington DC Chapter of the Internet Society, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you attended the IGF-USA 2018 and we want you to remain an active part of our community. *Our mailing address is:* The Greater Washington DC Chapter of the Internet Society 1840 Plymouth St NW Washington, DC 20012-2210 Add us to your address book <https://isoc-dc.us2.list-manage.com/vcard?u=358411e27b5e6aa5e77bfc9f2&id=eb…> Want to change how you receive these emails? 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Apply for a Kenyan Marriage Certificate Online
by David Indeje 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Listers, "Harusi tunayo hatuna" (We have a wedding or not?) Couples that intend to get married will now have to log onto the eCitizen portal <https://www.ecitizen.go.ke/>, register their details, pay for the marriage fee. They will then have to book a pre-marriage interview on the site followed by an appointment for the wedding to be officiated by the registrar. https://gadgets-africa.com/2020/07/10/kenya-launches-online-marriage-servic…

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Privacy and Contact Tracing in Africa: Friday Evening LawTech MeetUp (Virtual)
by Linda Bonyo 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Dear Listers,This Friday evening, join us in charting a policy path for Africa on Privacy and Contact Tracing specifically on COVID-19 and the use of technologies in Contact tracing across the African Continent. Friday 17th July 2020, Time (8pm Nairobi, 6pm Lagos, 7pm Kigali and 5 pm Accra) Registration Link: www.bit.ly/ <http://www.bit.ly/LawyersHub> ContactTraceAfrica <http://bit.ly/ContactTraceAfrica> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the discussion. See you this Friday and warm regards from the Lawyers Hub and the Africa Law Tech Association ______________________________________________ *Linda Bonyo* (Ms.) | CEO, *Lawyers Hub * *Tech for Justice* Web <http://www.lawyershub.org> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawyers-hub-kenya-1bb021161/> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/lawyershubkenya> | Calendar <http://www.calendly.com/bonyo> | Office: +254784840228 *_**__________________________________________________________* *DISCLAIMER: The information contained in or accompanying this e-mail is intended for the use of the stated recipient only. It may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. No confidentiality or privilege is waived or lost by any mistransmission. If you receive this message in error, please immediately delete it and all copies of it from your system, destroy any hard copies of it and notify the sender. You must not, directly or indirectly, use, disclose, distribute, print, or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views or opinions presented herein are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Lawyers Hub.* -- ______________________________________________ *Linda Bonyo* (Ms.) | CEO, *Lawyers Hub * *Tech for Justice* Web <http://www.lawyershub.org> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawyers-hub-kenya-1bb021161/> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/lawyershubkenya> | Calendar <http://www.calendly.com/bonyo> | Office: +254784840228 *_**__________________________________________________________* *DISCLAIMER: The information contained in or accompanying this e-mail is intended for the use of the stated recipient only. It may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. No confidentiality or privilege is waived or lost by any mistransmission. If you receive this message in error, please immediately delete it and all copies of it from your system, destroy any hard copies of it and notify the sender. You must not, directly or indirectly, use, disclose, distribute, print, or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views or opinions presented herein are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Lawyers Hub.*

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] AIS'20 Dates Announcement
by Barrack Otieno 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Listers, For your information. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Susan Akinyi Otieno <susan.otieno(a)afrinic.net> Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2020, 11:43 am Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] AIS'20 Dates Announcement To: <africann(a)afrinic.net> *[French, Arabic and Portuguese versions below]* Dear Colleagues, I trust you are keeping well and staying safe. I am happy to let you know that our meeting, the Africa Internet Summit, 2020, will be held online on 14-18 September 2020. The delay in deciding the date was as a consequence of numerous considerations, many of which are related to the effects of Covid-19. This is the first time the annual meeting is held online due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The meeting was scheduled to take place in the Democratic Republic of Congo in June 2020. The Africa Internet Summit, 2020 will a provide a platform for ICT experts, government and business officials and executives, civil society, researchers/scholars, and others to discuss policies, trends and challenges relating to Internet use, effects and developments particularly in Africa and the Indian Ocean Region. It will consist of presentations, policy discussions, and sessions for sharing and discussing various issues of great interest. The meeting is hosted and organized by the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) in collaboration with the African Network Operators Group (AfNOG). Our last meeting, The Africa Internet Summit, 2019 was held in Kampala, Uganda. It was attended by delegates from 56 countries around the world. The registration and meeting platform details for the event will be shared soon. Your active participation will be invaluable to the success of the meeting. We will keep you posted as we work towards the success of the meeting. Regards, Eddy Kayihura AFRINIC CEO ……………………. Chers collègues, J'espère que vous vous portez bien et que vous êtes en sécurité. Je suis heureux de vous faire savoir que notre réunion, le Sommet Internet de l’Afrique 2020, se tiendra en ligne du 14 au 18 septembre 2020. Le retard dans la décision de la date est la conséquence de nombreuses considérations, dont beaucoup sont liées aux effets du Covid-19. C'est la première fois que la réunion annuelle se tient en ligne en raison de la pandémie de Covid-19. La réunion devait avoir lieu en République démocratique du Congo en juin 2020. Le Sommet Internet de l’Afrique 2020 offrira une plate-forme aux experts en TIC, aux responsables et aux cadres des gouvernements et des entreprises, à la société civile, aux chercheurs et aux universitaires, entre autres, pour discuter des politiques, des tendances et des défis liés à l'utilisation, aux effets et aux développements de l'Internet, en particulier en Afrique et dans la région de l'océan Indien. Elle consistera en des présentations, des discussions politiques et des sessions de partage et de discussion sur diverses questions de grand intérêt. La réunion est accueillie et organisée par l'African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) en collaboration avec le Groupe des opérateurs de réseaux africains (AfNOG). Notre dernière réunion, le Sommet Internet Africain, 2019, s'est tenue à Kampala, en Ouganda. Des délégués de 56 pays du monde entier y ont participé. Les détails de l'inscription et de la plate-forme de réunion pour l'événement seront bientôt communiqués. Votre participation active sera inestimable pour le succès de la réunion. Nous vous tiendrons au courant de l'évolution de la réunion. Cordialement, Eddy Kayihura AFRINIC CEO …………………………………………… زملائي الاعزاء، أنا واثق من أنك على ما يرام والحفاظ على سلامتك. يسعدني أن أخبركم أن اجتماعنا ، قمة إفريقيا للإنترنت ، 2020 ، سيعقد على الإنترنت في الفترة من 14 إلى 18 سبتمبر 2020. وكان التأخير في تحديد التاريخ نتيجة لاعتبارات عديدة ، ويرتبط الكثير منها آثار Covid-19. هذه هي المرة الأولى التي يعقد فيها الاجتماع السنوي على الإنترنت بسبب جائحة Covid-19. وكان من المقرر عقد الاجتماع في جمهورية الكونغو الديمقراطية في يونيو 2020. ستوفر قمة الإنترنت في إفريقيا لعام 2020 منصة لخبراء تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات والمسؤولين التنفيذيين في الحكومة والأعمال التجارية والمجتمع المدني والباحثين / الباحثين وغيرهم لمناقشة السياسات والاتجاهات والتحديات المتعلقة باستخدام الإنترنت والآثار والتطورات خاصة في إفريقيا و منطقة المحيط الهندي. وستتألف من العروض التقديمية ، ومناقشات السياسة ، وجلسات لتبادل ومناقشة القضايا المختلفة ذات الاهتمام الكبير. وقد استضاف الاجتماع ونظمه المركز الأفريقي لمعلومات الشبكة (AFRINIC) بالتعاون مع مجموعة مشغلي الشبكات الأفريقية (AfNOG). عقد اجتماعنا الأخير ، قمة الإنترنت الأفريقية ، 2019 في كمبالا ، أوغندا. وقد حضره مندوبون من 56 دولة حول العالم. ستتم مشاركة تفاصيل منصة التسجيل والاجتماع لهذا الحدث قريبًا. ستكون مشاركتك النشطة لا تقدر بثمن لنجاح الاجتماع. سنبقيك على اطلاع بينما نعمل من أجل نجاح الاجتماع. مع تحياتي، إيدي ....................................... Caros colegas, Espero que se mantenham bem e em segurança. Tenho o prazer de vos informar que a nossa reunião, a Cimeira Africana da Internet, 2020, terá lugar online nos dias 14-18 de Setembro de 2020. O atraso na decisão da data foi consequência de numerosas considerações, muitas das quais estão relacionadas com os efeitos do Covid-19. Esta é a primeira vez que a reunião anual se realiza online devido à pandemia do Covid-19. A reunião estava programada para ter lugar na República Democrática do Congo em Junho de 2020. A Cimeira Africana da Internet, 2020, constituirá uma plataforma para peritos em TIC, funcionários e executivos governamentais e empresariais, sociedade civil, investigadores/escolares, e outros, para discutir políticas, tendências e desafios relacionados com a utilização da Internet, efeitos e desenvolvimentos, particularmente em África e na Região do Oceano Índico. Consistirá em apresentações, discussões políticas, e sessões de partilha e discussão de várias questões de grande interesse. A reunião é acolhida e organizada pelo African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) em colaboração com o African Network Operators Group (AfNOG). A nossa última reunião, The Africa Internet Summit, 2019, teve lugar em Kampala, Uganda. Nela participaram delegados de 56 países de todo o mundo. Os detalhes da inscrição e da plataforma de reuniões para o evento serão partilhados em breve. A sua participação activa será inestimável para o sucesso da reunião. Manter-vos-emos informados enquanto trabalhamos para o sucesso da reunião. Cumprimentos, Eddy Kayihura AFRINIC CEO African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) t: +230 403 5100 | f: +230 466 6758 | tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.net facebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo/africann

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Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark (Reminder to Team KeNIC to make good on their promise during last year’s AGM on transparency and improving on Corporate Governance. The silence is worrying) - REMINDER NO. 2
by Ali Hussein 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Team KeNIC As we celebrate the 100k milestone we need to take cognisant of the issues raised in the last AGM. We still await a comprehensive follow-through by KeNIC. I suspect with better corporate governance the next milestone of 100k names will be much easier to reach. Regards Ali Hussein Tel: +254 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim 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. > On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:21 PM Barrack Otieno via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Listers, > > Finally we have over 100,000 .Ke names, what a milestone. Next should be the 1 Million Mark. > > Kudos to the KeNIC team. > > Regards > > -- > Barrack O. Otieno > +254721325277 > +254733206359 > Skype: barrack.otieno > PGP ID: 0x2611D86A > > > > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/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.

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Save the Date: 2020 Kenya IGF/KeSIG (October 26-29, 2020)
by Grace Githaiga 11 Jul '20

11 Jul '20

Dear Listers Please mark your calendars and save the date to attend the 2020 Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) on October 29, 2020. This will be preceded by the Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSIG) from October which will take place from October 26-28 October, 2020. More details will follow. Regards Grace

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SIM fraud
by Victor Kapiyo 11 Jul '20

11 Jul '20

Hi Listers I saw someone complaining about sim swap fraud online. Other than users being advised to call Safaricom customer service, would anyone know what the Communications Authority is doing about this? Also, has anyone ever tried to do a Mpesa paybill reversal successfully. Seems like the reversal service does not work for payments made to businesses and well, tunaomba Serikali. Victor

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Technical Committee KEBS/TC 089
by Mwende Njiraini 09 Jul '20

09 Jul '20

Good afternoon, This is an invitation for participation in the Technical Committee KEBS/TC 089 Communication equipment and Systems: All TC applications are done online using this link : https://www.kebs.org/index.php?option=com_chronoforms6&view=form&Itemid=542 The Scope of KEBS/TC 089 is to develop standards for: a) Telecommunications in general b) Telephone and telegraph communications - Data and voice communications networks - wires, connections and circuits. c) Radio communications: - Radio communications in general - Receiving and transmitting equipment - Radio relay and fixed satellite communications systems. - Structured cabling systems - Cabled distribution systems - Mobile services. d) Integrated services digital networks (ISDN) e) Electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). f) Components and accessories for telecommunications equipment - Components and accessories in general - Coaxial cables. Wave guides - Wires and symmetrical cables - R.F. connectors - Aerials g) Special measuring equipment for use in telecommunications. h) Audio, video and audio visual engineering - Audio, video, and audiovisual systems in general - Amplifiers - Radio and televisions receivers - Sound recording systems - Video recording systems - Multimedia systems and teleconferencing equipment. - Other audio, video and audiovisual equipment. i) Fiber optic communications - Fibres and cables - Fibre optic interconnecting devices j) Optoelectronics. Laser equipment k) Telecontrol. Telemetering #StaySafe Kind regards Mwende Njiraini Member, KNCIEC

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Weekend Reading
by David Indeje 08 Jul '20

08 Jul '20

Dear Listers, What has been happening this week? I hope we still have the enthusiasm to attend and participate in virtual meetings. A. Ms. Ninanjira Sambuli in this article, she pens that "As we mach on towards a blurring of analogue and digital, it is important to remember that digital inequalities mirror those that exist offline" In her African response(s) to a global crisis https://www.goethe.de/prj/lat/en/dis/21882536.html B. Can employees speak out against their bosses? Yes, this can happen. Jack, Twitter boss drew the line on what is factual or not factual information. But in the other end, Micheal, FB chief executive thought otherwise. His employees have taken a step of speaking out publicly against their boss. https://www-wired-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.wired.com/story/facebook-e… C. Who misses Kenyan politicians rushing to courts to be heard before Wanjiku has been served? There is great transformation within Kenya's Judiciary, for instance, the Court of Appeal will hear 185 appeals and applications this month via virtual means. To see how the 3rd arm of government is fairing visit their twitter page @Kenyajudiciary You can also read our proposals to the Judiciary on the Use of Video Conferencing in Judicial Proceedings during the Covid-19 Pandemic and going into the 'new normal' https://t.co/xSeZSSngwY Updates : The Computer Misuse and Cybercrines Act was heard this weak at Court of Appeal. A good step so to speak. The court will give directions on July 31 if some sections will be suspended until the appeal is heard and determined. The Public Service Commission wants to fill in new board members of the Universal service fund. #ikoKazi for those who want to ensure every corner of the country is connected. The Standard had great highlights on the same https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/mobile/amp/article/2001374036/state-seeks-t… KRA has proposed new tax measures for digital service providers, kindly take time to make your recommendations on the same. Visit the KRA portal for more. I know a lot more has been happening, we shall keep you posted as things unfold. Budget week is ahead not forgetting June 6th which does not deserve "makasiriko" whichever way it go! Happy Weekend!!

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Expression of interest: Research on tech and critical content in East Africa
by churchill ongere 08 Jul '20

08 Jul '20

Hi, This may be of interest to some of you who operate at the intersection of tech and the arts: https://east-africa.hivos.org/vacancy/12376/ -- Asante, Ongere Churchill,

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Re: [kictanet] Invitation to a Cybersecurity Webinar by the Kenya Network Information Centre
by Barrack Otieno 08 Jul '20

08 Jul '20

Listers, Cyber security issues are becoming day-day-struggle for businesses and most companies have unprotected data and poor cybersecurity practices in place, making them vulnerable to data breaches. To successfully fight against malicious intent, it’s imperative that companies make cybersecurity awareness, prevention and security best practices a part of their culture Join us for a webinar on *July 09, 2020* at *2:30pm* as we discuss Cybersecurity. Registrar for the meeting via this link: http:/ <https://t.co/wqBuy0uEve?amp=1> https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dvC9yswaQRWl15MFtn8y2g [image: KeNIC_Flyer_Second (2).jpg] > -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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INVITATION TO A MEETING OF THE SENATE STANDING COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY
by Grace Githaiga 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Dear Listers Greetings! The Senate Standing ICT committee is inviting us a consultative meeting to deliberate on emerging legislative and policy gaps in the ICT sector that may require the intervention of the Committee, more so in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The meeting will be held on *Wednesday, 15 July, 2020 at 9:40 a.m. on the Zoom*. A secure link will be shared with yours with those who are interested in participating. In 2017, we engaged with the Senate ICT committee, and produced a report *‘Talk to the Senate’: Priorities 2017-2022* which can be found here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-file=40221 The engagement focused on 4 broad areas namely: 1. ICT challenges, risks and opportunities in the counties 2. Opportunities for intervention by the Senate 3. Necessary legislative interventions 4. Effective public participation, and 5. Emerging issues. You may want to see whether anything has changed in these thematic areas, in particular in light of Covid 19. Are there ways in which things can be done differently? We request listers interested in participating in this meeting to kindly express their interest to Liz Orembo via lizorembo(a)kictanet.or.ke by Tuesday July 14, 2020 at 5 PM. A secure link will then be shared. For those who cannot make it but would still want to raise an issue, please do so here on this list and we will ensure it gets to the committee. Asanteni sana. Rgds Grace

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Re: [kictanet] Kenya's recent content regulation proposal
by Sigi Waigumo Mwanzia 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Hi everyone, I wanted to share an OP-ED that Ephraim and myself wrote and which was published in yesterday's edition of the Star newspaper looking at Kenya's recent content regulation proposal. Based on a comparative analysis of the UK Digital Economy Act (2017), we posit that a blanket block of websites is not an effective solution to the rising teen pregnancy cases in Kenya. [ https://www.the-star.co.ke/opinion/columnists/2020-07-06-internet-blockage-… | https://www.the-star.co.ke/opinion/columnists/2020-07-06-internet-blockage-… ] Regards, Sigi, Digital Policy Consultant. Read more about ARTICLE 19's #MissingVoices campaign here: [ https://www.article19.org/campaigns/missingvoices/ | https://www.article19.org/campaigns/missingvoices/ ] ARTICLE 19 EASTERN AFRICA DEFENDING FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND INFORMATION W [ https://www.article19.org/regional-office/eastern-africa/ | https://www.article19.org/regional-office/eastern-africa/ ] Tw @article19eafric Fa [ http://facebook.com/article19org | facebook.com/article19org ]

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Kenya declares school year 'lost'
by David Indeje 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Dear Listers, Kenya has declared that its school year is lost because of the coronavirus pandemic, Primary and secondary pupils would return to class next January. What this simply means, virtual learning goes on but at what cost? In addition, a rise in safety concerns. This is a time for us parents and guardians to relook at our priorities: 1. opportunities for children bein online and 2. the challenges that come with it. Listen to key insights #TakeonTech Child Online Safety <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9qWQw-zdxI&list=PLw_90q9KzLkArBZM_9dL23Qrb…> *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 Website: Khusoko <https://khusoko.com/>

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What awaits the Data Protection Commissioner
by Mugambi Laibuta 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Dear listers, In this article I highlight some challenges the Data Protection Commissioner will face once in office.... What awaits the Data Protection Commissioner https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/what-awaits-the-data-protection-com… -- *Kind regards,* *Mugambi Laibuta * *LLM (LSE), LLB (Moi), Dip. Law (KSL)* *Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. | Legislative Drafter. | Mediator. | Ethics and Sustainability Consultant. | Monitoring and Evaluation Professional. | Privacy and Data Protection Specialist.* *www.laibuta.com <http://www.laibuta.com/>* *P.O. Box 6455 00300* *Nairobi* *Tel: +254 722 363 247* Help protect the environment, Please don't print this email unless you absolutely need to. Thank you. <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Data privacy.Time to Ammend Safaricom T&C
by David Indeje 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Dear Listers, Cc Safaricom members, This is a complaint "Now @SafaricomPLC repossessed & sold my Kenyan line without informing me . The new owner , a lady , now has ALL my WhatsApp data & is even engaging my contacts + the private groups I am in . Asked her why she is doing ths & she immediately blocked me. 😫" However, the telco says it can repossess your number without notifying you. https://twitter.com/LeonLidigu/status/1280036489234051072?s=19

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Kenya's Criminal Justice System Goes Digital
by David Indeje 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Dear listers. [image: image.png] This week, 'hayawi hayawi huwa' (Anything long-anticipated comes to realisation) Kenya judiciary went digital with also the Office of Director of Public Prosecution also developed and integrated its case management and document tracking system to the judiciary's Electronic Filing System. The judiciary disclosed that the E-filing system will generate the necessary impetus to fully integrate ICT into all justice processes to enhance efficiency. The Components of E-Filing include 1) E-Case Registration 2) E-payment 3) E-Case Search 4) E- Calendar 5) E-Service Listers, we also need to be cognizant that, some of the measures the judiciary had to adopt was as a result of Kictanet's memorandum 'Proposals to the Judiciary on the Use of Video Conferencing in Judicial Proceedings during the Covid-19 Pandemic.' <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-file=41565> Some juice from the event is that Chief Registrar disclosed that since the introduction of the electronic payment system in the financial year 2013/14, Judiciary's revenues shot from about 500 million in the previous year to over 2.1 billion. NB: Who else is waiting to see what the Lands Ministry will emerge with after digitizing all land records in 66 registries by end of the year? We should not forget of the planned Ngong Forest evictions. *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100, 000 Mark (Reminder to Team to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on and improving on Corporate Governance.
by Jimmy Gitonga 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Sen. Abshiro and Ali, Dr. Kate Getao, then a director at the ICT Authority, at an Oracle Developer Conference at PanAfric Hotel was asked this precise question. She explained that the government had a Disaster Recovery Centre at Ruaraka and that the government was building a datacenter in Naivasha, close to Olkaria (for power purposes) to house all the data from and for government agencies. This data centre would then be opened up for counties. She carefully did not give a date but we were thinking with the “digital government” promises, we would see this come to fruition within that election period. Note, the problem is not lack of expertise in ICT. It seems we do not “love” our country. I am not talking about patriotism, I am talking about a good balanced pride in our country. When people join government as elected officials or the civil service, it is like they die inside. Something happens and I cannot figure out what it is. Ali is strong. Some of us stopped asking questions because it is tiring. Jimmy Gitonga @Afrowave Web : Motion On 6 Jul 2020, 08:58 +0300, kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke, wrote: > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2020 08:55:34 +0300 > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark (Reminder > to Team KeNIC to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on > transparency and improving on Corporate Governance. The silence is > worrying) - REMINDER NO. 2 > Message-ID: > <CAPjmBy1wbNPNA4ibbCAe9KKsdKON4O2tEs+G6UsiTrGORy98Kw(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Mheshimiwa > > Thanks for your personal attention on this matter. My two cents:- > > 1. First to answer your two issues. > > a) *T**hat government jobs are so temporary especially for a certain cadre > of peopl*e - For as long as one is in Government employment everything that > person does on behalf of the people of Kenya remains the property of the > people of Kenya. I think the confusion starts when government employees mix > personal business with government business. There's a possibility here that > there is a requirement for some sensitivity training. We do take a lot for > granted but we shouldn't. Bottomline. ALL OFFICIAL BUSINESS SHOULD BE DONE > OFFICIALLY. ON GOVT COMMUNICATION CHANNELS. Which means official .go.ke > emails. > b) *Tech maintenance and support is so bad* - I will not be surprised if > this is the case. However, this should not be an excuse for not using > official Govt Email. To be honest, Mheshimiwa, its super embarrassing for a > country that is kicking ass (forgive the slang) in the technology space > worldwide to have a conversation with colleagues in say Nigeria, and one > sentence about Government Ministers using gmail/yahoo/hotmail deflates the > conversation. Isn't the ICT Authority supposed to sort of act as Government > CIO (Chief Information Officer). May be its time for a substantive > Government Chief Information Officer responsible for all ICT issues in > Government? including Data Centres, ICT Strategy etc? Do we need to revisit > ICTA's mandate? > > 2. In today's world, we cannot afford sensitive government documents all > over the world wide web on servers that we have zero control of. My sense > is that we need to have some basic **musts** that need to be engrained in > government employees. This could actually be an act of parliament on how > govt operates ICT Infrastructure for its day to day operations. Here's an > example of how the U.K Government deals with this email issue > <chrome-extension://ohfgljdgelakfkefopgklcohadegdpjf/https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/207131/Private_Email_guidance.pdf> > . > > 3. Lastly Mheshimiwa, this issue of government email use has been discussed > for years on this list and others. I don't honestly think (with all due > respect to all responsible) that it has been taken seriously enough. Time > to take it a notch higher. Could it possibly be something that the Senate > ICT Committee can take up and see it to its logical conclusion? I mean if > the National Government is in such a rut when it comes to basic email > communication can you imagine what is happening in the counties? > > I think that should be enough to keep you busy on this issue. :-) > > *Ali Hussein* > > Digital Transformation > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > 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. > > On Sun, Jul 5, 2020 at 11:33 PM Abshiro Halake via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > Ali, Twahir, team, > > > > Great idea to enlighten the government and its agencies on this. The ICT > > Ministry should actually take the lead. We could put a parliamentary > > question to the ICT Ministry as to why the government continues to use > > personal emails. That being said, I was once told that there are two > > reasons why this is the case - 1. that government jobs are so temporary > > especially for certain cadre of people and 2. tech maintenance and support > > is so bad. Not sure if these are just excuses but it may be worth it to > > still put the questions. Can someone send me a few pointers to include in > > the question/statement? Perhaps why it is important to change this and also > > reassurance on security etc..... > > > > Thanks and kind regards, > > > > Sen. Abshiro

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Re: [kictanet] Ke domains cross the 100, 000 Mark (Reminder to Team to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on and on Corporate Governance.
by Jimmy Gitonga 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Ndugu Ali, Have no fear, we are not giving up. When we are asking, we are asking with good intentions, so that we work together to make it happen. At that time, I was in communication with an upcountry county ICT government official who had wanted to know whether they wait for the ICT Authority or they implement their own solution for communication purposes. You can imagine how that story went. We have been part of strategy meetings and roadmap panels and left it to the ICT authority to do their part. What we don’t get is official communication to keep us in the loop, even if things take time. Communication helps everyone. It seems we have a level of distrust that clouds how we interact, yet we are working to benefit one another. So we continue with other avenues ... and wait. Jimmy Gitonga @Afrowave Web : Motion On 6 Jul 2020, 15:21 +0300, kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke, wrote: > Send kictanet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > 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 > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of kictanet digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: .Ke domains cross the 100, 000 Mark (Reminder to Team to > make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on and > improving on Corporate Governance. (Ali Hussein) > 2. Re: .Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark (Reminder to Team > KeNIC to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on > transparency and improving on Corporate Governance. The silence > is worrying) - REMINDER NO. 2 (Ali Hussein) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2020 15:10:28 +0300 > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: Jimmy Gitonga <jimmygitts(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100, 000 Mark (Reminder > to Team to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on and > improving on Corporate Governance. > Message-ID: > <CAPjmBy3KsQ3PMO4kRHXCna1hjuESPofhwpqQSvFo_8G=bEz6Rw(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Jimmy > > Let me respond to you by repeating a quote I love:- > > *Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your > country ~ Khalil Gibran (Lebanese writer)* > > We can't give up on this country. It is ours. Period. We will continue to > hammer it into shape. One nyundo at a time. > > Regards > > *Ali Hussein* > > Digital Transformation > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > > 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. > > > On Mon, Jul 6, 2020 at 12:59 PM Jimmy Gitonga via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > Sen. Abshiro and Ali, > > > > Dr. Kate Getao, then a director at the ICT Authority, at an Oracle > > Developer Conference at PanAfric Hotel was asked this precise question. > > > > She explained that the government had a Disaster Recovery Centre at > > Ruaraka and that the government was building a datacenter in Naivasha, > > close to Olkaria (for power purposes) to house all the data from and for > > government agencies. > > This data centre would then be opened up for counties. She carefully did > > not give a date but we were thinking with the ?digital government? > > promises, we would see this come to fruition within that election period. > > > > Note, the problem is not lack of expertise in ICT. It seems we do not > > ?love? our country. I am not talking about patriotism, I am talking about a > > good balanced pride in our country. > > When people join government as elected officials or the civil service, it > > is like they die inside. Something happens and I cannot figure out what it > > is. > > > > Ali is strong. Some of us stopped asking questions because it is tiring. > > > > *Jimmy Gitonga* > > @Afrowave > > Web : Motion > > On 6 Jul 2020, 08:58 +0300, kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke, wrote: > > > > > > Message: 1 > > Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2020 08:55:34 +0300 > > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > > To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark (Reminder > > to Team KeNIC to make good on their promise during last year?s AGM on > > transparency and improving on Corporate Governance. The silence is > > worrying) - REMINDER NO. 2 > > Message-ID: > > <CAPjmBy1wbNPNA4ibbCAe9KKsdKON4O2tEs+G6UsiTrGORy98Kw(a)mail.gmail.com> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > > > Mheshimiwa > > > > Thanks for your personal attention on this matter. My two cents:- > > > > 1. First to answer your two issues. > > > > a) *T**hat government jobs are so temporary especially for a certain cadre > > of peopl*e - For as long as one is in Government employment everything that > > person does on behalf of the people of Kenya remains the property of the > > people of Kenya. I think the confusion starts when government employees mix > > personal business with government business. There's a possibility here that > > there is a requirement for some sensitivity training. We do take a lot for > > granted but we shouldn't. Bottomline. ALL OFFICIAL BUSINESS SHOULD BE DONE > > OFFICIALLY. ON GOVT COMMUNICATION CHANNELS. Which means official .go.ke > > emails. > > b) *Tech maintenance and support is so bad* - I will not be surprised if > > this is the case. However, this should not be an excuse for not using > > official Govt Email. To be honest, Mheshimiwa, its super embarrassing for a > > country that is kicking ass (forgive the slang) in the technology space > > worldwide to have a conversation with colleagues in say Nigeria, and one > > sentence about Government Ministers using gmail/yahoo/hotmail deflates the > > conversation. Isn't the ICT Authority supposed to sort of act as Government > > CIO (Chief Information Officer). May be its time for a substantive > > Government Chief Information Officer responsible for all ICT issues in > > Government? including Data Centres, ICT Strategy etc? Do we need to revisit > > ICTA's mandate? > > > > 2. In today's world, we cannot afford sensitive government documents all > > over the world wide web on servers that we have zero control of. My sense > > is that we need to have some basic **musts** that need to be engrained in > > government employees. This could actually be an act of parliament on how > > govt operates ICT Infrastructure for its day to day operations. Here's an > > example of how the U.K Government deals with this email issue > > < > > chrome-extension://ohfgljdgelakfkefopgklcohadegdpjf/https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/207131/Private_Email_guidance.pdf > > > > > . > > > > 3. Lastly Mheshimiwa, this issue of government email use has been discussed > > for years on this list and others. I don't honestly think (with all due > > respect to all responsible) that it has been taken seriously enough. Time > > to take it a notch higher. Could it possibly be something that the Senate > > ICT Committee can take up and see it to its logical conclusion? I mean if > > the National Government is in such a rut when it comes to basic email > > communication can you imagine what is happening in the counties? > > > > I think that should be enough to keep you busy on this issue. :-) > > > > *Ali Hussein* > > > > Digital Transformation > > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > > > Skype: abu-jomo > > > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > 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. > > > > On Sun, Jul 5, 2020 at 11:33 PM Abshiro Halake via kictanet < > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > > > Ali, Twahir, team, > > > > > > Great idea to enlighten the government and its agencies on this. The ICT > > > Ministry should actually take the lead. We could put a parliamentary > > > question to the ICT Ministry as to why the government continues to use > > > personal emails. That being said, I was once told that there are two > > > reasons why this is the case - 1. that government jobs are so temporary > > > especially for certain cadre of people and 2. tech maintenance and > > support > > > is so bad. Not sure if these are just excuses but it may be worth it to > > > still put the questions. Can someone send me a few pointers to include in > > > the question/statement? Perhaps why it is important to change this and > > also > > > reassurance on security etc..... > > > > > > Thanks and kind regards, > > > > > > Sen. Abshiro > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/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. > > >

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Re: [kictanet] Registration for the 8th Virtual Africa Domain Name System Forum is open
by Barrack Otieno 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Listers, Registration for the 8th Virtual Africa Domain Name System Forum is open. You can Register on dnsforum.africa. Thank you Best Regards -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Creating Safe Spaces for Women Online.
by David Indeje 04 Jul '20

04 Jul '20

Dear Listers, There is no doubt that online Bullying has become a common occurrence among social communities and women are most affected. In response to the growing numbers of cyber harassment on Kenyan online platforms, KICTanet undertook a study to highlight the struggles of the victims of cyberbullying to understand the nature of cyberbullying and the existing policy gaps. This is a link to part 1 https://t.co/Nb3TEOglV7 You can share online using. *#womenatweb254*

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Kenya Registered Domains Decline
by David Indeje 04 Jul '20

04 Jul '20

Dear Listers, This is a conversation that Mr Ali Hussein and Barrack Otieno have been pushing. CA's Sector Statistics Report Q3 2019-2020. <https://ca.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sector-Statistics-Report-Q3-201…> The number of registered domains dropped from 91,940 reported during the previous quarter to 91,603 domains during the period under review. As indicated during the previous quarter, the drop is attributed to the closure of businesses and other non-governmental institutions in the country. [image: image.png] *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Reference request: Animation tool
by Maina Samson 04 Jul '20

04 Jul '20

ListersSomeone kindly refer me to a good animation tool/package. Either a free tool i can download or one that I can acquire affordably, preferably with a perpetual license. Something suitable for young learners Will appreciate Regards, Samson

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Fwd: [ALAC] Fwd: [ICANN Community Leaders] 2 July 2020
by Barrack Otieno 03 Jul '20

03 Jul '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2020, 6:13 pm Subject: [ALAC] Fwd: [ICANN Community Leaders] 2 July 2020 To: ALAC <alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Thursday, 2 July 2020 ICANN Community Leadership Digest The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders track requests and follow updates. Table of Contents Information Sharing - NEW: The Middle East Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2021-2025 is Ready - TUESDAY: Webinar Invitation: CCWG Auction Proceeds Final Report - TUESDAY: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2021 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect - REMINDER: Webinar Invitation: ATRT3 Final Report - REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: Standing Panel for ICANN’s Independent Review Process Public Comment - ccNSO PDP3: Initial Proposals for Process to Retire ccTLDs - Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Regional Strategic Plan for FY2021-2025 - Enhancing the Effectiveness of ICANN's Multistakeholder Model - Third Accountability and Transparency Review Team (ATRT3) Final Report - NEW: Label Generation Rules for the Root Zone Version 4 (RZ-LGR-4) Information Sharing NEW: The Middle East Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2021-2025 is Ready From: Baher Esmat, Vice President, Global Stakeholder Engagement - Middle East I am pleased to share the final ICANN Middle East Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2021-2025 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> and the Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2021 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>. In a previous blog <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>, I referred to the draft regional plan document that was posted for Public Comment, and we were pleased to receive community input as illustrated in the summary report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> published on 17 April. Read more about the Regional Plan here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>. TUESDAY: Webinar Invitation: CCWG Auction Proceeds Final Report From: David Olive, Senior Vice President, Policy Development Support The co-chairs of the Cross-Community Working Group (CCWG) on New gTLD Auction Proceeds will be hosting a 60-minute informational webinar for its chartering organizations about its Final Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> on Tuesday, 7 July 2020 at 12:00 UTC. All Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees are chartering organizations of the CCWG. The primary purpose of this webinar is to provide information to the chartering organizations about CCWG recommendations and Final Report, as well as answer questions that they may have as they consider CCWG outputs. However, anyone who is interested in this topic is welcome to attend, even if they are not affiliated with the chartering organizations. Additional information can be found here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>. The most recent CCWG newsletter can be read here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> . Please RSVP to gnso-secs(a)icann.org to receive participation details. TUESDAY: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2021 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect Announcement <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> ICANN is seeking Expressions of Interest for the chair and chair-elect of the 2021 Nominating Committee. For additional information on the positions, please refer to the call for expressions of interest announcement <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> . Expressions of Interests, which will be maintained as confidential, should be sent to nomcomchair2021(a)icann.org no later than Tuesday, 7 July 2020. A suggested form for submitting an Expression of Interest is available here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>. REMINDER: Webinar Invitation: ATRT3 Final Report From: Theresa Swinehart, Senior Vice President, Multistakeholder Strategy and Strategic Initiative The third Accountability and Transparency Review Team (ATRT3) invites the community to participate in a webinar on its Final Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>. There are two opportunities to participate: - Wednesday, 15 July 2020, 15:30-16:30 UTC - Thursday, 16 July 2020, 07:00-08:00 UTC During the webinar, the ATRT3 will present an overview of the recommendations in its Final Report and answer questions. Details on how to attend are available here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> . REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: Standing Panel for the ICANN Independent Review Process Announcement <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> On 31 March 2020, ICANN opened a call for Expressions of Interest for panelists to serve on the omnibus Standing Panel for the ICANN Independent Review Process (IRP). Candidates for the IRP omnibus Standing Panel should review the Expressions of Interest document <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…>before submission. The document includes the following information: - Panel Position Description - Required or Highly Preferred Skills - Required or Highly Preferred Experience - Time Commitment - Compensation and Selection Expressions of Interest should be submitted to irp-standingpanel-eoi2020(a)icann.org <IRP-Standingpanel-EOI2020(a)icann.org> by 23:59 UTC on Friday, 31 July 2020. Public Comment ccNSO PDP3: Initial Proposals for Process to Retire ccTLDs <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> Close Date: Friday, 10 July 2020 Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Regional Strategic Plan for FY2021-2025 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> Close Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2020 Third Accountability and Transparency Review Team (ATRT3) Final Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> Close Date: Friday, 31 July 2020 Enhancing the Effectiveness of ICANN's Multistakeholder Model <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> Close Date: Sunday, 2 August 2020 NEW: Label Generation Rules for the Root Zone Version 4 (RZ-LGR-4) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> Close Date: Tuesday, 11 August 2020 Volume 2, Issue 51 | Archive <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RVRazCEMPUpfC_PRGyiI4bKTDqKC9f3AdbzqmCv4-z5H…> | Next Issue: Monday, 6 July 2020 ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Unsubscribe so-ac-sg-cleaders(a)icann.org <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> Update Profile <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> | About Constant Contact <http://www.constantcontact.com/legal/about-constant-contact> Sent by david.olive(a)icann.org in collaboration with [image: Trusted Email from Constant Contact - Try it FREE today.] <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF19_3GE> Try email marketing for free today! <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF19_3GE> _______________________________________________ SO-AC-SG-CLeaders mailing list SO-AC-SG-CLeaders(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/so-ac-sg-cleaders _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on. _______________________________________________ ALAC mailing list ALAC(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac At-Large Online: http://www.atlarge.icann.org ALAC Working Wiki: https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Advisory+Committee+(AL… _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Fwd: [At-Large] GFCE Research Committee: Open Call for Applications
by Barrack Otieno 02 Jul '20

02 Jul '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Joanna Kulesza <jkuleszaicann(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2020, 11:46 am Subject: [At-Large] GFCE Research Committee: Open Call for Applications To: at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org <at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> GFCE Research Committee: Open Call for Applications The Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE) is calling for applications to the new GFCE Research Committee! The deadline for applications is Friday, 10 July 2020. *Background* The GFCE community has voiced the need for the GFCE to realize a research mechanism to address knowledge gaps and contribute new, practical knowledge on cyber capacity building. The GFCE is now responding to this call by seeking to collect and prioritize research needs identified in GFCE Working Groups to develop a *Global Cyber Capacity Building Research Agenda*. As a first step, the GFCE will test the mechanism by running at least two Pilot Research Projects in 2020 based on research ideas that have been collected through the community. To help support the development and delivery of the Research Agenda, the GFCE will establish a Research Committee as a new group in mid-2020. The aim of the Global Research Agenda is to support the work of the GFCE Working Groups and the activities of members of the GFCE Community. Research generated via this mechanism will therefore focus on practical and applied research, to provide material, content, evidence and data that will directly inform the work of the Working Groups as well as the wider cyber capacity building community. *Role of the GFCE Research Committee* The main role of the GFCE Research Committee is to support GFCE Working Groups with research matters and provide technical assistance in translating ideas or policy questions into research questions with time/cost/manpower estimates. As this will be the first installment of the new Research Committee, the group will also be consulted on and expected to provide substantial input on the Research Committee’s modalities of work as detailed in the GFCE Research Committee Terms of Reference (in development) and other documents relevant to the Research Agenda. Some of the responsibilities envisaged for the first Research Committee are: - Advise on the Research Committee’s modalities of work, at least two Pilot Research Projects in 2020, and the Global Research Agenda in 2021; - Support the GFCE Working Groups (WG) with research matters by: - Acting as a ‘research committee liaison’ between the WGs and the Research Committee; - Translating ideas into research questions with time/cost/manpower estimates; - Ensuring that GFCE research meets good quality standards; - Support and give input on documentation regarding the Research Agenda; - Provide advice and assist the GFCE Secretariat with a periodic review of the Research Agenda process. The Research Committee will comprise of a maximum of 10 persons including a chairperson, 2 Advisory Board members and half the seats reserved for the GFCE Community. The Research Committee will be represented in each of the GFCE Working Groups/Task Forces by at least 1 member who will act as a ‘research committee liaison’. Members of the Research Committee are appointed in their personal capacity and must act independently of their organization. *Candidate profile* Applicants to the Research Committee will be evaluated based on the below criteria: - Applies in his/her individual capacity; - Expertise and work experience in a research position and/or specialized knowledge in one or more areas of interest for the *GFCE WGs* <https://thegfce.org/impact/>; - Have a genuine interest in and a good command of cybersecurity/cyber capacity building research in an international context; - Ability to think and communicate across disciplinary boundaries and between different stakeholders; - Willing and able to dedicate time to GFCE work. Time estimate is 8 hours a month*; - Involvement and active participation in the GFCE is a plus but not essential; - Commitment to serve in the Research Committee for a period of at least two years, starting from mid-July 2020. In addition, the GFCE Secretariat will strive to achieve gender balance, diversity of backgrounds and a good representation of all regions in the Research Committee. * Please note that this position is voluntary and unpaid. *Candidate profile* 1. Applicants are encouraged to send a short biography, their CV and a *completed application form* <https://thegfce.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/GFCE-Research-Committee-Appl…> to the GFCE Secretariat at *contact(a)thegfce.org* <contact(a)thegfce.org>. Deadline for applications is *Friday, 10 July 2020*. 2. Following the application deadline, the GFCE Secretariat will shortlist applicants based on the evaluation criteria and documents submitted. 3. The GFCE Foundation Board will perform a review of the shortlisted applicants and select successful candidates by taking into consideration: availability, relevance of expertise and experience, diversity of backgrounds and geographic and gender balance. 4. The GFCE Foundation Board will then present the candidates that have been selected for the GFCE Research Committee to the GFCE Community in mid-July. Please find the application form *here <https://thegfce.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/GFCE-Research-Committee-Appl…>* and feel free to *contact us* <contact(a)thegfce.org> if you have any questions. -- Kind regards, Joanna Kulesza ------------------- Joanna Kulesza, PhD University of Lodz, Poland ICANN ALAC Vice Chair SOI: https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/Joanna+Kulesza+SOI TT: @KuleszaJ _______________________________________________ At-Large mailing list At-Large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/at-large At-Large Official Site: http://atlarge.icann.org _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Child online Safety
by David Indeje 01 Jul '20

01 Jul '20

Dear Listers, The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in June launched the 2020 guidelines on Child Online Protection <https://www.itu-cop-guidelines.com/> (COP) on how to contribute to the development of a safe and empowering online environment for children. The guidelines provide a set of concrete recommendations for children, parents and educators, industry, and policy-makers serving as a blueprint that can be adapted to national or local customs and laws. Similarly, in March during #TakeOnTech, Grace Githaiga hosted Steven Wanjuku, Tech Engineer Tunapanda Net, Wainana Mungai, President Internet Society Kenya Chapter, and Nahashon Ndirangu, SafeHouse. They had an interesting discussion about Child online safety. Now, that we are home more than ever, I know most of us, perhaps being fully engaged in online work or virtual meetings, we tend to forget what our kids are doing on their gadgets. This is one conversation that needs to be listened to and action is taken. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/m9qWQw-zdxI?list=PLw_90q9KzLkArBZM_9dL23QrbFxmgOYQj *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Fwd: Call for Working Group Members: Youth4DigitalSustainability
by Keith Andere 01 Jul '20

01 Jul '20

Dear listers, This might be of interest to the young folks. Please apply! ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Elisabeth Schauermann <berlin(a)gi.de> Date: Wed, Jul 1, 2020 at 8:00 AM Subject: Call for Working Group Members: Youth4DigitalSustainability To: <kephand(a)gmail.com> <http://www.gi.de> *Open Call for Working Group Members* *Youth for Digital Sustainability 2020* Dear friends and colleagues, the past months have shown in even greater clarity that *sustainable development* <https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/?menu=1300> has distinct digital aspects. We cannot separate the struggle for climate action and environmental sustainability from the use and governance of the Internet. Both are global efforts that can only succeed if we find ways of effective multi-stakeholder cooperation. Young people play a vital role in advocacy – both for environmental changes, and for a fair, inclusive Internet. Last year, we at the German Informatics Society were able to network over 100 youth representatives from all world regions in the Youth Internet Governance Forum Summit, the outcomes of which can be found in *our report* <https://yigf.gi.de/fileadmin/GI/Hauptseite/Aktuelles/Projekte/YIGF/YIGF_Pub…> . This year, we want to bring these two advocacy streams together in one policy development process. *Youth4DigitalSustainability* <https://yigf.de/events/youth4digitalsustainability-program-2020/> aims to gather young experts, activists, and organisations who are interested in the following key topics and want to collaborate on policy development regarding: • *Greening the Internet* <https://yigf.de/greening-the-internet/> • *Fair Digital Businesses* <https://yigf.de/fair-digital-businesses/> • *Internet for Social Cohesion* <https://yigf.de/internet-for-social-cohesion/> • *Sustainable Governance of the Internet* <https://yigf.de/sustainable-governance-of-the-internet/> For each key topic, a transdisciplinary, international working group of young people will collaborate in order to draft policy recommendations to be presented to the *United Nations Internet Governance Forum* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/> and other fora. *This is where you can get active! *We call to all interested individuals ages 16 to 30 to submit their expression of interest to participate in a working group *until July 19, 23:59 Central European Summer Time*. More information and the application form can be found here: *https://yigf.de/events/youth4digitalsustainability-program-2020/ * <https://yigf.de/events/youth4digitalsustainability-program-2020/> Please feel free to share this call to your respective communities. We are looking forward to expressions of interest from young people in different world regions and with diverse backgrounds. We are active on *Twitter* <https://twitter.com/YouthIGFSummit>, where all relevant updates will be shared. We’d be delighted to work with you on these important issues! - Elisabeth for the Organising Team *Apply Now!* <https://yigf.de/events/youth4digitalsustainability-program-2020/> About the German Informatics Society The German Informatics Society (GI) is with about 20,000 personal and 250 corporate members the largest and most important professional association for computer science in the German-speaking world. It represents the interests of computer scientists in science, economy, public administration, society and politics since 1969. With 14 departments, over 30 active regional groups and countless specialist groups, the GI is the platform and mouthpiece for all disciplines in computer science. The members are bound by the Ethical Guidelines for Computer Scientists of the GI. *Contact* Elisabeth Schauermann German Informatics Society (GI) Office Berlin Spreepalais am Dom Anna-Louisa-Karsch-Str.2, 10178 Berlin Tel.: +49 30 24009-806 Mail: mail(a)yigf.de Web: www.yigf.de *Impressum* <https://gi.de/impressum> *Datenschutz* <https://gi.de/datenschutz> <https://twitter.com/youthigfsummit> This e-mail has been sent to kephand(a)gmail.com, click here to unsubscribe <http://jtxm.mjt.lu/unsub2?hl=en&m=AM8AAHeXZT0AActEvWwAALT61pkAASVruOEAJP9-A…> . -- Keith Andere Tech | Policy | Peace & Security | Sustainable Development M: +254 722 565 212 W: wa.me/+254722565212 <http://wa.me/254722565212> E: keith(a)andere.ke Wisteria Lane, Lower Methodist Rd, Kenya [image: linkedin icon] <https://www.linkedin.com/ke/andereke> [image: twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/AndereKE> www.andere.ke *Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail or it's contents.*

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"NEW "State of Content Policy in Kenya
by David Indeje 30 Jun '20

30 Jun '20

Read KICTAnet's latest policy brief "State of Content Policy' which aims to address the state of content policy in Kenya, policy issues, and their intersection with economic, political, and human rights. Authors of the policy brief begin by stating that: "Where the Kenyan Constitution guarantees freedom of expression and of media, it allows us to assume that content – its creation, production, and dissemination – is fundamentally a human right? Besides gains made over time, "Our society has experienced great change but little transformation." *WHY?* "The content policy has leaned towards regulation." Here is a link to the brief https://bit.ly/3ieugoe We welcome your feedback. You can also read more of KICTAnet's informative discourses here https://www.kictanet.or.ke/downloads/ *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *

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Location Intelligence Tool For Business and Organisations
by Timothy- Coach- Oriedo 30 Jun '20

30 Jun '20

Good Morning Listers, We are on the penultimate lap of returning to normalcy, it's widely acknowledged that organizations and businesses will have to recalibrate their modus operandi to cushion the impact of post covid. Besides mindset change, this will also call for a ground up reshaping of how decisions are made. Data Driven Decisioning is poised to take centre stage. Here is yet another innovative tool from our Predictive Analytics Lab to help businesses make decisions. Sign up here free of charge https://gis.predictiveanalytics.co.ke/ to try explore the open version and get in touch with us for a demonstration on how to leverage the tool for your industry. The enterprise solution has embeded Algorithms and Datasets with an interphase to curate ones needs. The Data sets loaded include Latest Census Data(2019), Traffic Movement data, Points of Intrests (Banks, Hospitals, Police Stations etc), Twitter Sentiment Analysis, Weather Data, Telco Towers Locations talk to us if you need. Kind Regards Timothy Oriedo Data Scientist Predictive Analytics Lab www.predictiveanalytics.co.ke

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Select Articles on Data Protection in Kenya
by Mugambi Laibuta 26 Jun '20

26 Jun '20

Dear Colleagues, Below I share links to some articles I have written on data protection. Enjoy the read The Data Protection Officer https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-data-protection-officer/ The Business Case for Data Protection https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-business-case-for-data-protecti… Two Years on: The Impact the GDPR has had on Privacy and Data Protection in Kenya https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/two-years-on-the-impact-the-gdpr-ha… Data Protection by Design or by Default https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/data-protection-by-design-or-by-def… Data Protection Impact Assessments https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/data-protection-impact-assessments/ The Data Commissioner in Pandemic Times https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-data-commissioner-in-pandemic-t… Privacy, Data Protection and the CoronaVirus https://www.laibuta.com/human-rights/privacy-data-protection-and-the-corona… *Kind regards,* *Mugambi Laibuta * *LLM (LSE), LLB (Moi), Dip. Law (KSL)* *Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. | Legislative Drafter. | Mediator. | Ethics and Sustainability Consultant. | Monitoring and Evaluation Professional. | Privacy and Data Protection Specialist.* *www.laibuta.com <http://www.laibuta.com/>* *P.O. Box 6455 00300* *Nairobi* *Tel: +254 722 363 247* Help protect the environment, Please don't print this email unless you absolutely need to. Thank you.

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Credit Information Sharing Draft Proposals
by David Indeje 26 Jun '20

26 Jun '20

Listers, Credit Information Sharing Association of Kenya (CIS Kenya) has launched the draft credit information sharing code of conduct <https://ciskenya.co.ke/draft-code-of-conduct/>. The proposed draft invites the public for comments by 30 June 2020. https://ciskenya.co.ke/draft-code-of-conduct/

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Re: [kictanet] Save The Date Africa Domain Name System (Virtual) Forum 2020 27 - 28 July 2020
by Barrack Otieno 26 Jun '20

26 Jun '20

Listers, This is for your information. Thank you www.aftld.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Skunkworks] Interniship Digital Talent by ICT Authority
by Barrack Otieno 25 Jun '20

25 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Martin Mwai via skunkworks <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Date: Thu, Jun 25, 2020 at 12:58 PM Subject: [Skunkworks] Interniship Digital Talent by ICT Authority To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Cc: Martin Mwai <mwai.karuri(a)gmail.com> https://recruitment.digitalent.go.ke/ Digitalent is a strategic intervention by ICT Authority on behalf of the Ministry of Information Communication Technology to develop and sustain high end ICT talent by bridging the gap between industry requirements and the capabilities of the local workforce. This is in line with the National ICT master plan which underscores the need to develop a critical mass of high-end ICT skills and to develop an ICT ready workforce to meet the needs of the industry. The programme has trained over 1200 ICT graduates. The 2020-21 call for applications targets Digitalent Cohort 5 recent ICT graduates. Eligibility The internship is offered to Kenyan youth who recently graduated with ICT, Engineering, Education (e-learning & content development), Medicine, Built Environment, Agriculture, Law and Communication (Graphic Design, Public Relations & Corporate Communication) who must have attained a first class or upper second class honours between January 2018 to the date of this advertisement and/or awaiting graduation. _______________________________________________ skunkworks mailing list skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke ------------ List info, subscribe/unsubscribe http://lists.my.co.ke/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks ------------ Skunkworks Rules http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 ------------ Other services @ http://my.co.ke -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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The Data Protection Officer
by James Mbugua 25 Jun '20

25 Jun '20

Hey members, Some insights from Mugambi Laibuta. By Mugambi Laibuta <https://www.laibuta.com/author/mugambi-laibuta/> Posted June 25, 2020 <https://www.laibuta.com/2020/06/> In Data Protection <https://www.laibuta.com/category/data-protection/>, Legislation <https://www.laibuta.com/category/legislation/> 0 <https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-data-protection-officer/#commen…> <https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-data-protection-officer/#> As part of my series to unpack the Data Protection Act, it is instructive that I demystify the ‘Data Protection Officer’. One of the challenges facing institutions is whether to appoint or how to appoint a ‘Data Protection Officer’. Section 24(1) of the Data Protection Act provides https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/the-data-protection-officer/ JG

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How Lucrative is the CA Director General Job?
by David Indeje 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Dear Listers, Once again, the Labour Court has suspended a notice to fill the position of Communications Authority of Kenya director-general. The Information Communication Technology Association of Kenya (ICTAK) moved to court accusing the communications regulator of manipulating the recruitment process “which poses a risk to fair competition and merit as the basis of appointment”. https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/corporate/companies/Court-suspends-vaca… *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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KICTANet blog on Digital Tax and Human Rights
by Liz Orembo 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Dear Listers, I'm sharing this to add to your readings today. https://link.medium.com/1OyauTSSz7 Also, we are working on a research project on the impact of digital taxation on human rights. If you know anyone or any organization that has worked on this topic, please share the materials with us either off list or on list. Asanteni. -- Best regards. Liz. PGP ID: 0x1F3488BF

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Law to ban persons not returning money received by error
by David Indeje 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Listers, Something is being disccused online, initiated by Mr Boniface Mwangi: "There should be a law that anyone who receives mobile money by error and refuses to reverse the transaction should be banned from owning a mobile line. All mobile numbers are supposed to be registered using an ID and that persons ID should be flagged to never transact again." https://twitter.com/bonifacemwangi/status/1275659504647057411?s=19

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Wrong turn in cybersecurity
by Barrack Otieno 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Listers, This is for your information, attention and action. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Tue, Jun 23, 2020 at 5:34 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Wrong turn in cybersecurity To: <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> This article describes well what happened in 1988 at the ITU conference that agreed the ITRs, which enabled the growth of the Internet, and how that treaty was supposed to help address the security issues highlighted by the Morris Worm: http://www.circleid.com/posts/20200622-marking-30th-anniversary-of-the-inte… As the article correctly points out, the treaty, which is still in force, failed to have the desired effect regarding security because the US decided to ignore it. Best, Richard _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/ -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Breaking Up Big Tech
by Barrack Otieno 23 Jun '20

23 Jun '20

@Ali Hussein, There you go. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: parminder via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Tue, 23 Jun 2020, 2:03 pm Subject: [Internet Policy] Breaking Up Big Tech To: parminder via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> This is IT for Change's new paper on "*Breaking Up Big Tech: Separation of its Data, Cloud and Intelligence Layers*" http://datagovernance.org/files/research/Regulating_data__cloud_and_intelli… Its main argument is that traditional competition frameworks are inadequate to addressing the rapidly building digital power concentration. These need to be combined with perspectives from technology governance that focus on structural separation of technology-functional layers (*a la* net neutrality, but also more) to form a composite new approach to digital regulation. The paper presents a 'regulatory ideal-type' for structural separation of four key functional layers of digital value chains; data layer, cloud layer, intelligence layer and consumer-facing intelligent services layers. Although building upon and tying together many policy/ regulation initiatives already taking place, for instance in the data layer, we understand that presented as a holistic new regulatory approach to reining in the power of Big Tech, this is a rather new, and somewhat radical, departure, from existing thinking and approaches in this area. Comments are very welcome. parminder _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/

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Happening now! Virtual launch of the Africa Communication and Information Platform (ACIP) for Health and Economic Action
by Lydia gachungi 23 Jun '20

23 Jun '20

Virtual launch of the Africa Communication and Information Platform (ACIP) for Health and Economic Action taking place on Tuesday 23 June 2020 from 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm, Addis Ababa time (GMT+3). The platform will serve as a two-way information and communication platform between citizens and government but also other stakeholders. It will bring together for the first time, the major mobile network operators on the continent including MTN, Vodacom, Airtel, Safaricom and Orange. The platform will further provide the ECA, Africa CDC, Country's National COVID-19 Taskforces, Ministries of Health, and Ministries of Finance, Economy, and Planning, and other stakeholders with analysis of live data for decision-making, monitoring and evaluation. At its peak, the platform could reach over 350-460 million devices and people. The platform uses Artificial Intelligence to analyse a combination of online digital data, as well as mobile based information. It will also allow for just in time data, improve linkage of government and research centers with citizens, and assist in analysing the broader socio-economic situation of populations, and identification and targeting of policies. Simultaneous interpretation (French and English) will be provided. The link of the event is: https://un.interpret.world/loginlink?token=S-UNECA-ACIP-meet contact Mr. Mactar Seck, ECA (email: seck8(a)un.org; tel: +251944137457) should you require additional information.

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Online discussion: Navigating Geneva’s digital policy landscape | DiploFoundation Tuesday, 23rd June 2020, 13:00–15:00 CEST (11:00–13:00 UTC)
by Mwende Njiraini 22 Jun '20

22 Jun '20

Most Geneva-based institutions and organisations are now tackling digital aspects as part of their work. The Geneva digital policy landscape has therefore become richer and more diverse. There are organizations and institutions dealing in digital policy areas such as cybersecurity, e-commerce, human rights online and now digitalisation is impacting other policy areas including health, climate and environmental issues and the attainment of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). How can we navigate this landscape and understand who is dealing with what, how to overcome policy silos, and how to build on the work and collaborate with other organisations to pursue common goals and solutions? Join the online discussion: Navigating Geneva’s digital policy landscape |DiploFoundation https://www.diplomacy.edu/calendar/navigating-geneva *Tuesday, 23rd June 2020, 13:00–15:00 CEST* (11:00–13:00 UTC)

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Viral video in Malaysia gets a student 4G in her village
by Adam Lane 22 Jun '20

22 Jun '20

A university student in Malaysia went out on a limb (literally - up a tree all night) to ensure she had a good 3G internet connection to sit her exams online. Her viral video has led to the government committing to putting in a 4G site! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-news-from-elsewhere-53079907

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Re: [kictanet] Invitation to attend an Africa Union Commission, ATU, ISOC and Mozilla Webinar on Spectrum Strategies
by Barrack Otieno 22 Jun '20

22 Jun '20

Listers, This is for your information and action. *Invitation to Participate in a Webinar on Shared Spectrum Strategies to Increase Affordable Access in Rural Areas* *FRENCH BELOW- FRANCAIS PLUS BAS * African Union Commission in collaboration with ATU, ISOC, ATU Mozilla, APC and NetHope is organizing a Webinar on shared Spectrum Strategies to Increase Affordable Access in Rural Areas. The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the essential role the Internet plays in developing Africa’s economy. Yet Internet access challenges are leaving many Africans behind during this time of crisis and deepening existing inequalities. Rural areas in particular with sparse populations and often lower income levels have yet to see any significant change in access. This webinar will aim at capacity building on innovations in regulation that have the potential to improve affordable access in rural areas through shared spectrum strategies. Issues to discuss will include license exempt spectrum, dynamic spectrum management, as well as use it or share provisions for IMT spectrum. *Date and Time:* Ø Date: 26 June 2020 Ø Time: 16:00 to 17:30 Addis Ababa time ( i.e.GMT+3) *For More Information: *Please visit either of the following event pages: § https://www.internetsociety.org/events/african-internet-resilience/shared-s… § https://au.int/en/newsevents/20200626/internet-resilience-africa-webinar-se… *Registration to the Webinar* <https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_atvxKCdFQXK2bhq43qpZdg>*:* Please complete the registration form in the following link. You will receive instructions how to join the webinar through your email address. https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_atvxKCdFQXK2bhq43qpZdg *FRANCAIS * *Invitation à participer à un webinaire sur les stratégies à spectre partagé pour accroître l'accès abordable dans les zones rurales* La Commission de l'Union africaine, en collaboration avec ATU, ISOC, ATU Mozilla, APC and NetHope, organise un webinaire sur les stratégies de spectre partagé pour accroître l'accès abordable dans les zones rurales. La pandémie du COVID-19 met en évidence le rôle essentiel d’Internet dans le développement de l’économie africaine. Pourtant, les problèmes d'accès à Internet laissent de nombreux Africains derrière pendant cette période de crise et aggravent les inégalités existantes. Les zones rurales, en particulier avec des populations clairsemées et des niveaux de revenu souvent plus bas, n'ont pas encore vu de changement significatif dans l'accès. Ce webinaire visera à renforcer les capacités sur les innovations en matière de réglementation qui ont le potentiel d'améliorer l'accès abordable dans les zones rurales grâce à des stratégies de spectre partagées. Les questions à discuter incluront l’exempt de licence, de la gestion dynamique du spectre, ainsi que de son utilisation ou du partage des dispositions pour le spectre IMT. *Date et heure:* - Date : 26 juin 2020 - Heure : 16h00 à 17h30 Heure d’Addis Ababa ( c-a-d GMT+3) *Pour plus d'informations: *veuillez visiter l'une des pages d'événement suivantes § https://au.int/en/newsevents/20200626/internet-resilience-africa-webinar-se… § https://www.internetsociety.org/events/african-internet-resilience/shared-s… *Inscription au Webinaire:* <https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_atvxKCdFQXK2bhq43qpZdg> Veuillez remplir le formulaire d’inscription contenu dans le lien suivant pour recevoir des instructions sur la façon de rejoindre le webinaire par l’intermédiaire de votre adresse e-mail. https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_atvxKCdFQXK2bhq43qpZdg -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: Joint AFRALO-AfrICANN Meeting
by Barrack Otieno 22 Jun '20

22 Jun '20

Listers, You are welcome. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN Policy Calendar <PolicyCalendar(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, Jun 22, 2020 at 2:14 PM Subject: Joint AFRALO-AfrICANN Meeting To: Heidi Ullrich <Heidi.Ullrich(a)icann.org>, Silvia Vivanco < silvia.vivanco(a)icann.org>, Evin Erdogdu <evin.erdogdu(a)icann.org>, Yesim Nazlar <yesim.nazlar(a)icann.org>, Claudia Ruiz <claudia.ruiz(a)icann.org>, Michelle DeSmyter <michelle.desmyter(a)icann.org>, Gisella Gruber < Gisella.Gruber(a)icann.org>, Alperen Eken <alperen.eken(a)icann.org>, Board Ops Team <board-ops-team(a)icann.org>, Leon Sanchez <leon.sanchez(a)board.icann.org>, Pierre Dandjinou <pierre.dandjinou(a)icann.org>, Barrack Otieno < otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com>, Sarah Kiden <skiden(a)gmail.com>, Seun Ojedeji < seun.ojedeji(a)gmail.com>, Mohamed Elbashir <mohamed.elbashir(a)icann.org> Cc: Aaron Jimenez <aaron.jimenez(a)icann.org>, Vinciane Koenigsfeld < vinciane.koenigsfeld(a)icann.org>, Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org>, Lisa Saulino <lisa.saulino(a)icann.org>, Franco Carrasco < franco.carrasco(a)icann.org>, ihab.osman(a)board.icann.org < ihab.osman(a)board.icann.org>, mandla.msimang(a)board.icann.org < mandla.msimang(a)board.icann.org>, Board Calendaring < Board-Calendaring(a)icann.org> *Joint AFRALO-AfrICANN Meeting <https://68.schedule.icann.org/meetings/fTbJ82YZT3LKaAyHx>* *Audio French: Session Token TBC* NEW Zoom link - https://icann.zoom.us/j/98002997794?pwd=QkFBY1ZCYkNLbDBmZXlyQUdlWVFhUT09 *Agenda:* 1. *Welcome address* – Seun Ojedeji, AFRALO Chair (3 min) 2. *Opening remarks* - Maureen Hilyard, ALAC Chair (5 min) 3. *Guests speakers*: 1. Göran Marby, ICANN President and CEO (5 min) 2. Remarks by ICANN Board Vice Chair (León Sánchez), (5 min) 3. Mandla Msimang, ICANN Board member, Africa (5 min) 4. Ihab Osman ICANN Board member, Africa (5 min) 5. Pierre Dandjinou, ICANN Vice President GSE for Africa (5 min) 4. *Introduction of the theme topic* – Barrack Otieno (5 min) 5. *Presentation of the statement* – Sarah Kiden, AFRALO Secretariat /Barrack Otieno/Drafting Team (10 min) EN Version <https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/126429401/Joint%20AFRALO-A…> & FR Version <https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/126429401/Joint%20AFRALO-A…> 6. *Discussion, modification and adoption of the statement* - Sarah kiden, All (40 min) 7. *Closing address* – Seun Ojedeji, AFRALO Chair (2 min) -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Re: [kictanet] Mourning Dr. Fernando Wangila (Martha Muriuki)
by Matunda Nyanchama 21 Jun '20

21 Jun '20

Pole sana for the passing of Dr Wangila. He was a good friend and an active leader in the ICT sector in the country, beyond NTSA. ...I remember having a discussion once with him on how technology could help reduce accidents. He made a good point both the police and the NTSA needed a change of mindset where they helped drivers obey the law rather than entrapping them for extortion. For example, why wouldn't we have smart roads that warned you when over speeding in a controlled zone and asked, gently to slow down. ...I thought that was difficult, at least from the majority of people he worked with. May he rest in peace. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ Matunda Nyanchama, PhD, CISSP; Director & Managing Consultant, <mailto:mnyanchama@aganoconsulting.com> mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com Agano Consulting Inc.; <http://www.aganoconsulting.com/> www.aganoconsulting.com; Twitter: <http://twitter.com/#%21/nmatunda> nmatunda; Skype: okiambe ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------- Manage your ICT risks! We are the experts you need! The trusted partners you deserve! Call: +254-20-267-0743 (Kenya) or <mailto:info@aganoconsulting.com> info(a)aganoconsulting.com Licensed by Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)

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Mourning Dr. Fernando Wangila
by Grace Githaiga 20 Jun '20

20 Jun '20

Listers On behalf of KICTANet, we extend our deepest condolences to the family of the late Dr. Fernando Wangila. His death is a considerable loss, not only to his family but also for Kenya’s technology industry. We recognise him as a champion of digital transformation who made great contributions to Kenya’s tech industry. He was instrumental in the implementation of the Transport Information Management System (TIMS) at the National Transport and Safety Authority where he served as Head of ICT Director. As a KICTANet lister, he was always benevolent in sharing his ideas with us through our many forums. Peace and comfort to his family! Here are links to his pics in one of the KICTANet events: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cLa9IK4yMUdq0WKrTHh7_8LWNHeF4G5m/view?usp=… https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cLa9IK4yMUdq0WKrTHh7_8LWNHeF4G5m/view?usp=… https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cLa9IK4yMUdq0WKrTHh7_8LWNHeF4G5m/view?usp=…

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Call for applications: Digital Identity and National Security Fellowship
by Wakesho Kililo 20 Jun '20

20 Jun '20

Greetings Listers! Please see below a call for applications for research fellows. Kindly also circulate to your networks. Many thanks and best regards, Wakesho

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Fwd: [ALAC] At-Large Review 2 Implementation (ARI) Final Report to the Organisational Effectiveness Committee (OEC).
by Barrack Otieno 20 Jun '20

20 Jun '20

Listers, This might be of interest to those following the work of At Large in ICANN. Best Regards Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Fri, 19 Jun 2020, 11:48 pm Subject: [ALAC] At-Large Review 2 Implementation (ARI) Final Report to the Organisational Effectiveness Committee (OEC). To: alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org <alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Dear All, Please find attached the At-Large Review 2 Implementation (ARI) Final Report to the Organisational Effectiveness Committee (OEC). This report is the third and final report of the ARI to be submitted to the Board Organizational Effectiveness Committee on 30 June 2020. Highlights of the Final Report, along with potential impact on the RALOs, will be presented during the Regional Leadership Meeting during ICANN68. The Final Report will be tabled for the ALAC during the Wrap Up Session. This report is being sent for information purposes. Kind regards, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org Facebook: facebook.com/icann <https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge <https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @ <https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge <https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> _______________________________________________ ALAC mailing list ALAC(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac At-Large Online: http://www.atlarge.icann.org ALAC Working Wiki: https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Advisory+Committee+(AL… _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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KeNOG - Network Operations - Webinar 1
by Odhiambo Washington 18 Jun '20

18 Jun '20

Hello Listers, KeNOG is a volunteer lead community that aims to enhance local technical capacity in the areas of Network Operations, Internet Services, Internet Security, Automation, Storage & Cloud-based services. A first in a series of webinars is being organized on the 25th of June 2020 at 2PM Kenya Time under "Network Operations". You can register for the webinar here: https://bit.ly/3hAQXm7 Agenda is as follows: - Welcome and background - (KeNOG PC/Co-Chairs - 5 mins) - How ISPs work - Michelle Opiyo (15 mins) - Network Engineer Career Paths - John Gitau (15 mins) - How to develop an ISP IPv6 implementation plan - Simon Mayoye (15 mins) - Q/A – 25 mins Moderator: Martha Muriuki -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi, KE +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 "Oh, the cruft.", grep ^[^#] :-)

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Any law governing CCTV management in Kenya?
by David Indeje 18 Jun '20

18 Jun '20

Dear Listers, https://www.k24tv.co.ke/news/it-officers-face-charges-for-leaking-footage-o… IT officers face charges for leaking footage of Uhuru, Raila touring CBD at night

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Fwd: Update from the Lifeline Fund
by Grace Bomu 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Dear all, This may be of interest to CSOs and HRDs. Regards, ------- Dear colleagues, This email is to share with you that the *Lifeline Embattled CSO Assistance Fund*, a consortium of 7 international non-governmental organizations supported by 19 governments interested to push back against civic space threats - is temporarily expanding its advocacy grant criteria to enable CSOs to hold governments accountable for violations committed due to increasing restrictions to civic space during COVID-19 Please share with partners you consider could benefit from this fund. Best regards, *Sophia Hernández * Program Associate *Civic Engagement & Government **International * ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Danya Greenfield <Greenfield(a)freedomhouse.org> Date: Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 12:15 PM Subject: update from the Lifeline Fund To: Danya Greenfield <Greenfield(a)freedomhouse.org> Dear colleagues, We hope that you, your team, and your loved ones are healthy and safe. We are in a difficult moment – due to the impact of COVID-19 on all of our communities and this critical juncture for racial justice – but we wanted to reach out to share some new information with you. In response to increasing restrictions on civic space due to COVID-19, Lifeline is temporarily expanding its advocacy grant criteria to enable CSOs to hold governments accountable for such violations. Whereas our advocacy grants typically fund projects focused on freedom of association and assembly, we can now temporarily support projects that seek to address the impact of COVID-19 on a broader range of civic space issues, including freedom of expression; access to information and accountability; abuse of executive power; and misuse of surveillance and data. Attached you will find a summary of the three types of short-term assistance we can provide – emergency assistance, resiliency, and advocacy grants. We hope that you will share this information with other partners or CSOs that you feel might qualify for support, particularly those representing marginalized communities. For more information, please check www.csolifeline.org. As always, we welcome referrals from trusted partners. We look forward to engaging with you in thinking about more innovative ways to support CSOs on the front lines of human rights and social justice work around the world. Best Danya *The Lifeline Fund for Embattled CSOs <http://www.csolifeline.org/> provides **emergency financial assistance** to civil society organizations (CSOs) under threat or attack, as well as rapid response advocacy and resiliency grants to support CSOs in responding to broader threats against civic space. Founded in 2011, Lifeline is a consortium of 7 international non-governmental organizations supported by 19 governments that aims to push back against civic space threats. The Lifeline consortium is led by Freedom House and consists of Front Line Defenders, CIVICUS, International Center for Not-For-Profit Law (ICNL), People in Need (PIN), FORUM-ASIA, and Swedish International Liberal Center (SILC). Since its founding, Lifeline has provided grants to 2,222 at-risk civil society organizations (CSOs) in 115 countries. * -- Grace Mutung'u Skype: gracebomu @Bomu PGP ID : 0x33A3450F

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Disruptive technology: Facebook launches Payments on WhatsApp
by Paul Magacha 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Dear Listers, Another disruption in the mobile payments market. Who will be the biggest winners? Biggest losers? Partner or compete? Today Facebook launches payments on WhatsApp in Brazil using Facebook Pay. "We're making sending and receiving money as easy as sharing photos." They are also enabling small businesses to make sales right within WhatsApp. It rolls out in Brazil today but Asia and Africa will soon follow as they are the biggest markets for Facebook. Interesting times ahead.. Regards, Paul. Sent from my iPhone

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Fwd: [NRIs List] ISOC's IGF Youth Ambassadors: Apply until 28 June
by Barrack Otieno 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Listers, This is for your information and action. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 10:24 PM Subject: [NRIs List] ISOC's IGF Youth Ambassadors: Apply until 28 June To: igfyouth(a)intgovforum.org <igfyouth(a)intgovforum.org>, Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear All, Sharing with you the recently opened call for ISOC’s IGF Youth Ambassadors programme. - *More information about the programme: * *https://www.internetsociety.org/fellowship/igf-youth-ambassadors-program/* <https://www.internetsociety.org/fellowship/igf-youth-ambassadors-program/> - *Appli**cation **deadline: 28 June.* This is an excellent opportunity for education through online Internet governance courses; networking with many experts and leaders; active participation in the IGF 2020 (online) and possibility to participate at the IGF 2021 onsite. Best regards, Anja _______________________________________________ Igfregionals mailing list Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org To unsubscribe or manage your options please go to http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfregionals_intgovforum.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [ALAC-Announce] At-Large Social Media and ICANN68
by Barrack Otieno 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Listers, For those who will be following the ICANN 68 meeting. This resources might be beneficial. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 11:31 PM Subject: [ALAC-Announce] At-Large Social Media and ICANN68 To: at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org <at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, alac-announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org <alac-announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > Cc: Shreedeep Rayamajhi <weaker41(a)gmail.com> Dear At-Large Community, On behalf of Shreedeep Rayamajhi, Regional Chair of the At-Large Social Media Working Group (SMWG), we would like to encourage your participation in the ICANN68 Virtual Policy Forum <https://community.icann.org/x/OieJBw>, and the At-Large social media efforts underway which will ensure its success. 1. Attached, please find a graphic promoting the *SMWG's ICANN68 Twitter Competitio*n. Please join the competition utilizing the hashtag *#ALAC68*. The winner of the competition will be announced during the At-Large wrap up session on Thursday, 25 June <https://community.icann.org/x/2yiJBw>. 2. Use *Zoom Virtual Backgrounds* <https://go.icann.org/2YpzkwH> during ICANN68. 3. *Facebook Profile Frames*, for ICANN68 and the 5 RALOs: Frame Name: ICANN68POLICYFORUM Keywords: ICANN68 Link: www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=276227813783194 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> Frame Name: ICANNAFRALO68 Keywords: AFRALO68 Link: www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=648447542424824 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> Frame Name: ICANNAPRALO68 Keywords: APRALO68 Link: www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=2603952683266356 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> Frame Name: ICANNEURALO68 Keywords: EURALO68 Link:www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=2793370240790076 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> Frame Name: ICANNLACRALO68 Keywords: LACRALO68 Link: www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=268256997711493 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> Frame Name: ICANNNARALO68 Keywords: NARALO68 Link: www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=577982696460198 <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_profil…> 4. *Sign up to promote <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11L7HPTFkk2qQRjnUKphgqKv9cvMlcoKfU_x…>* At-Large sessions @ ICANN68 using this form <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11L7HPTFkk2qQRjnUKphgqKv9cvMlcoKfU_x…> . 5. Ask At-Large: Using the hashtag *#AskAtLarge* during ICANN68, your questions may be answered by other community members and leaders. You are also encouraged to explore and share the At-Large Policy Sessions @ ICANN Meetings <https://atlarge.icann.org/policy/at-large-policy-sessions-icann-meetings-en> and At-Large and DNS Abuse <https://atlarge.icann.org/policy/at-large-and-dns-abuse-en> pages on the At-Large website, and the SMWG Single Purpose Call this Thursday, 18 June at 14:00 UTC <https://community.icann.org/x/S4BIC>. Finally, please reach out to your RALO's Regional SMWG Vice-Chair to exchange social media information: *AFRALO* Bukola Oronti <bukkiepharworley(a)gmail.com> *APRALO* Shreedeep Rayamajhi <weaker41(a)gmail.com> *EURALO* Natalia Filina <filinafilka(a)gmail.com> *LACRALO *Lilian Ivette De Luque Bruges <lidebru18(a)gmail.com> *NARALO* John Laprise <jlaprise(a)gmail.com> (Former Chair) We look forward to a successful ICANN68 Virtual Policy Forum! Thank you, Kind Regards, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community _______________________________________________ ALAC-Announce mailing list ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac-announce At-Large Official Site: http://www.atlarge.icann.org _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Webinar - "Capturing Our Future: How WTO is helping Big Tech Corporations to Take Over the World of Work" Webinar
by Barrack Otieno 16 Jun '20

16 Jun '20

Listers, This might be of interest to you. Thank you Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 1:37 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Webinar - "Capturing Our Future: How WTO is helping Big Tech Corporations to Take Over the World of Work" Webinar To: <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Dear all, Here is an analysis of the proposals made in free trade negotiations that are related to topics of interest to this list, including proposals that might limit use of open source software: https://www.ituc-csi.org/IMG/pdf/digital_chapters_and_the_impact_on_labour_… On *July 1* at 8.30am (Washington DC) / 2.30pm (Brussels) / 8.30pm (Singapore), the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and the New Economics Foundation (NEF) are organizing a webinar presenting that report. They will be discussing: o The report’s findings with regards to the workplace, quality of employment, industrialization for developing countries, platform work and other areas o How a WTO agreement could lead to exacerbating inequality, increasing labour market polarization, and monopolies o How Big Tech is taking advantage of the COVID-19 crisis to capture more data and increase their power Moderated by Alison Tate (ITUC) Report findings by Duncan McCann (NEF) and Yorgos Altintzis (ITUC) Discussion with Anna Byhovskaya (TUAC) _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/ -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [NRIs List] IGF 2020 Annual Meeting Hosting Announcement
by Barrack Otieno 16 Jun '20

16 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Sun, Jun 14, 2020 at 1:37 PM Subject: [NRIs List] IGF 2020 Annual Meeting Hosting Announcement To: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> Dear All, Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the *fifteenth meeting of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF)* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020> will be held online. The IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) together with the IGF Secretariat and UN DESA have begun preparations and consultations on how best to carry out this virtual IGF annual meeting. We will keep you updated on the progress. The Government of Poland will now host the IGF 2021 Annual Meeting in Katowice in the 4th quarter of next year and the Governments of Ethiopia and Japan will be hosting the IGF annual meetings in 2022 and 2023, respectively, pending organizational arrangement. Please join us tomorrow for the first day of the *2**nd** Open Consultations and MAG meeting* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-second-open-consu…> where this announcement will be addressed, among other matters. Best regards, IGF Secretariat _______________________________________________ Igfregionals mailing list Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org To unsubscribe or manage your options please go to http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfregionals_intgovforum.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [afnog] MANRS Fellowship Program
by Barrack Otieno 16 Jun '20

16 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Michuki Mwangi <mwangi(a)isoc.org> Date: Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 8:56 AM Subject: [afnog] MANRS Fellowship Program To: afnog(a)afnog.org <afnog(a)afnog.org> Hello Everyone, The first-ever MANRS (Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security) Fellowship Program is now accepting applications. If you are an emerging leader eager to improve the well-being of the Internet’s global routing system, apply now. The program gives highly motivated individuals the chance to work alongside MANRS ambassadors, who are industry leaders participating in the Ambassador Program. Together, they will train diverse communities on good routing practices, analyze routing incidents, research into ways to secure routing, and survey the global policy landscape. You can apply for a fellowship in three different areas: training, research, and policy. Each fellow will receive a monthly stipend for up to 6 months. There is no age requirement and you can apply for more than one category but will only be selected for one of them. Applications close on Jun 25. For more information and to apply, visit the programme website. https://www.manrs.org/ambassadors-programme/fellows/ Regards, Michuki. _______________________________________________ afnog mailing list https://www.afnog.org/mailman/listinfo/afnog -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Ietf_africa] AFRICOMM 2020 is going virtual! Submit your paper by July 8, 2020
by Barrack Otieno 15 Jun '20

15 Jun '20

Listers, This is for your information, attention and action. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Amreesh Phokeer <amreesh(a)afrinic.net> Date: Fri, 12 Jun 2020, 3:49 pm Subject: [Ietf_africa] AFRICOMM 2020 is going virtual! Submit your paper by July 8, 2020 To: <ietf_africa(a)elists.isoc.org> Web version <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=3ad62dd7p8le2f1i8kjq3uudkm&i=…> <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=1asgpjsatmn8j6k6bv3uhurt47&i=…> December 3 - 4, 2020 | Middlesex University, Mauritius Fully Online Submission Deadline: July 8, 2020 (extended) EAI is proud to announce that AFRICOMM is going *virtual and beyond borders* . Get the same *full publication and indexing*, enjoy EAI’s *fair evaluation and recognition*, present your paper to a *global audience*, and experience *virtual meetings live* as well as *on-demand* from the safety and comfort of your *home*. AFRICOMM 2020 will take place online due to safety concerns and travel restrictions caused by COVID-19. Although we will miss having everyone meet and connect in person, we feel strongly that knowledge exchange must continue, if not more so. That is why we have equipped our online conferences with *live viewing with chat*, *virtual Q&A*, and a multitude of other measures to provide you with a great experience. All of this while making the registration for co-authors and non-authors *completely free* to give you the biggest possible audience. You can learn more about EAI’s online conferences here <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=20cpdqa8h3j57lre3tic53vek3&i=…> . SCOPE Deploying efficient and effective infrastructures and solutions when limited resources are available is a challenging task and a key-enabler for the diffusion of ICT in developing countries. The aim of this conference is bringing together international researchers, students, public officers, policy makers and practitioners in ICT to discuss issues and trends, recent research, innovation advances and on-the-field experiences related to e-Governance, e-Infrastructure, and e-Business with a focus on developing countries. *AFRICOMM 2020* solicits high-quality papers reporting research results and/or experimental results on e-Infrastructures and e-Services for developing countries. Submissions will be judged on their originality, significance, clarity, relevance, and technical correctness. We are pleased to invite you to submit your paper to AFRICOMM 2020 <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=n7rpi66u38i755opi1tma8jul&i=2…>. Submissions should be in English, following the Springer formatting guidelines (see Submission <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=3739v8b3kcp1e1d7t0p96oqlfh&i=…> ). Submit Paper <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=3jno7dsj70m27bf00428o77ftr&i=…> Read More: Call for Papers <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=16d7vmo5t52ojage301dorrgmn&i=…> AFRICOMM authors have enjoyed over 133.000 downloads PUBLICATION All registered papers will be submitted for publishing by *Springer* and made available through *SpringerLink Digital Library*. AFRICOMM proceedings are *indexed* in leading indexing services, including Ei Compendex, ISI Web of Science, Scopus, CrossRef, Google Scholar, DBLP, as well as EAI’s own EU Digital Library (EUDL). Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit an extended version to: - Wireless Networks (WINET) Journal (IF: 2.405) <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=20p14jfimir9bucffnf2t8bq1r&i=…> All accepted authors are eligible to submit an extended version in a fast track of: - EAI Endorsed Transactions on Wireless Spectrum (Open Access) <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=385eo3hstln7t9lu6t63mnheit&i=…> Additional publication opportunities: - EAI/Springer Innovations in Communications and Computing Book Series <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=17ims3lohsu4ddk426ig78nabh&i=…> IMPORTANT DATES FULL PAPER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: JULY 8, 2020 (EXTENDED) NOTIFICATION DEADLINE: JULY 27, 2020 CAMERA-READY DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 CONFERENCE DATES: DECEMBER 3 - 4, 2020 Meet the keynote speakers for AFRICOMM 2020: Prof. Nick Feamster <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=14c4333dqldd050dgvnuc9cqea&i=…> University of Chicago, Illinois, United States Title: The Past, Present, and Future of DNS Privacy Prof. Dr. Thomas Magedanz <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=1ablm3dfsi29scpcpbimecjnij&i=…> Technische Universität Berlin, Germany Title: Understanding the Role of 5G Campus Networks to leapfrog in the Digital Transformation EAI COMMUNITY BENEFITS <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=2temch5e5u79kog5hin0tkimol&i=…> Granting you visibility and fair review through *Community Review.* <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=61135652gmju4kugq2d3ce9in&i=2…> <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=3olafvavpb3c0e72pmv5tc8eje&i=…> Credits counting towards your *EAI Index* <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=2hhatk9jl2snhkccc2v1tdpidn&i=…>, membership ranks and global recognition. <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=3loo1n2a2o7c51he1q0lq33dgq&i=…> Receive invaluable real-time feedback on your presentation on-site via EAI <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=1se92faqn0qe2nl9f52rrmmril&i=…> * Compass* <http://eai.mailmta.com/nl/link?c=i4a9&d=65i&h=1d3g2rl59opfv1vaoeoihvmnhc&i=…> . Conference co-organized by: _______________________________________________ Ietf_africa mailing list Ietf_africa(a)elists.isoc.org https://elists.isoc.org/mailman/listinfo/ietf_africa View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/

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Fwd: [afnog] Save the date - Webinar: Anchoring the African Internet Ecosystem - 23-06-2020 at 1300 UTC
by Barrack Otieno 15 Jun '20

15 Jun '20

Listers This is for your information and action. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Michuki Mwangi <mwangi(a)isoc.org> Date: Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 12:11 PM Subject: [afnog] Save the date - Webinar: Anchoring the African Internet Ecosystem - 23-06-2020 at 1300 UTC To: afnog(a)afnog.org <afnog(a)afnog.org> [Version française ci-dessous] Hello everyone, Over the past eight years, as a result of a strong peering ecosystem enabled by IXPs in Kenya and Nigeria, the ratio of localized traffic roughly flipped from 30 % local / 70% international in 2012 to 70% local / 30% international today. This achievement significantly fulfills the Internet Society and African Internet community’s joint goal for 80% of Africa’s Internet traffic to be locally accessible by 2020 (“80/20 by 2020”). Join us online on 23 June 2020 at 1300 UTC <https://www.internetsociety.org/events/ixpreportlaunchwebinar> as we unveil a new report *"**Anchoring the African Internet Ecosystem – Lessons from Kenya and Nigeria’s Internet Exchange Point Growth*” and discuss with some of the people, representing the key players, that made it a success. The report highlights the changes observed in the Internet Ecosystem in Nigeria and Kenya since 2012. It also provides insights, for stakeholders in other countries, to help strengthen their IXPs and benefit from its economic advantages through fostering community mobilization, collaboration and capacity building while setting a discussion platform for new vision beyond 2020. *Register today! <https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vIVl7NbSTLSOTEIHFwXN9Q>* Thank you, Michuki Mwangi Internet Society *-------------------------------------------------------* Bonjour à toutes et à tous ! Au cours des huit dernières années, en raison d'un écosystème de peering puissant activé par les IXP au Kenya et le Nigéria, le ratio de trafic localisé est passé d’environ 30% local / 70% international en 2012 à 70% local / 30% international, aujourd'hui. Cette réalisation satisfait de manière significative l’objectif commun que portent l’Internet Society et la communauté Internet africaine pour que 80% du trafic Internet africain puisse être accessible localement d’ici 2020 («80/20 d’ici 2020 »). Rejoignez-nous en ligne, le 23 juin 2020, à 13h00 UTC <https://www.internetsociety.org/events/ixpreportlaunchwebinar>, pour l’inauguration d’un nouveau rapport "*Ancrage de l'écosystème Internet africain - Leçons tirées de la croissance des points d'échange Internet du Kenya, et du Nigéria*" et pour une discussion avec certaines des personnes, représentant les acteurs clés, qui en ont fait un succès. Le rapport met en évidence les changements observés dans l'écosystème Internet au Nigéria et au Kenya depuis 2012. Il fournit également des informations, pour les parties prenantes dans d'autres pays, pour les aider à renforcer leurs IXP et à bénéficier de ses avantages économiques en encourageant la mobilisation communautaire, la collaboration, et le renforcement des capacités, tout en définissant une plateforme de discussion pour une nouvelle vision au-delà de 2020. *Inscrivez-vous dès aujourd’hui ! <https://isoc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vIVl7NbSTLSOTEIHFwXN9Q>* Thank you, Michuki Mwangi Internet Society _______________________________________________ afnog mailing list https://www.afnog.org/mailman/listinfo/afnog -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy with Internet Governance Specialisation
by Mwende Njiraini 13 Jun '20

13 Jun '20

*Earn an accredited Master’s degree without taking time off work at the **L-Università ta' Malta* The Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy guides working diplomats and international relations professionals through the theoretical and practical building blocks of diplomacy, with a focus on contemporary issues and challenges. Offered in cooperation with the *University of Malta’s Department of International Relations <http://www.um.edu.mt/arts/int-relations>*, the programme involves 16 to 20 months of online study, including writing a dissertation. Online areas of study range from the basics of diplomacy (Diplomatic Theory and Practice <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/theory>, Bilateral Diplomacy <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/bilateral>, Multilateral Diplomacy <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/multilateral>, and more) to contemporary topics (Artificial Intelligence: Technology, Governance and Policy Frameworks <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/AI>, Sustainable Development Diplomacy <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/development>, E-Diplomacy <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/ediplomacy>, and more). *Internet governance specialisation*: Applicants may select *Internet governance* as an area of specialisation within the Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy. This programme gives current and future Internet policymakers a solid foundation in diplomatic skills and techniques. For more information please contact Patrick Borg <patrickb(a)diplomacy.edu> (Master's Programme Coordinator) on patrickb(a)diplomacy.edu or +356 21 333 323. *https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD <https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>*

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Fwd: [NRIs List] Contribute to BPF on Local Content: respond to short 4-question survey by 24 June
by Barrack Otieno 13 Jun '20

13 Jun '20

Listers, For your information and action. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Sat, 13 Jun 2020, 12:04 am Subject: [NRIs List] Contribute to BPF on Local Content: respond to short 4-question survey by 24 June To: igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear Colleagues, The *BPF on Local Content* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/bpf-on-local-content> has launched a survey to understand how to protect, preserve and remunerate creative work and collective wisdom in order to create a sustainable model for the production, distribution and local fruition of local content in the digital age. It would be much appreciated if you could share the survey with your respected networks and encourage those holding expertise on this important matter to respond. It is a very short survey of only 4 questions that probably will not take more than 3-5 min of your time. The survey can be accessed here: *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-bpf-local-content-initial-survey* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-bpf-local-content…> (deadline: 24 June). Thank you very much in advance! Best regards, Anja _______________________________________________ Igfregionals mailing list Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org To unsubscribe or manage your options please go to http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfregionals_intgovforum.org

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Re: [kictanet] .Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark (Reminder to Team KeNIC to make good on their promise during last year’s AGM on transparency and improving on Corporate Governance. The silence is worrying)
by Ali Hussein 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

Barrack As we celebrate the 100k milestone we need to take cognisant of the issues raised in the last AGM. We still await a comprehensive follow-through by KeNIC. I suspect with better corporate governance the next milestone of 100k names will be much easier to reach. Regards Ali Hussein Tel: +254 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim 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. > On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:21 PM Barrack Otieno via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Listers, > > Finally we have over 100,000 .Ke names, what a milestone. Next should be the 1 Million Mark. > > Kudos to the KeNIC team. > > Regards > > -- > Barrack O. Otieno > +254721325277 > +254733206359 > Skype: barrack.otieno > PGP ID: 0x2611D86A > > > > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/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.

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Draft VAT Digital Supply Regulations
by tevin mwenda 09 Jun '20

09 Jun '20

Dear Listers, Please find attached the proposed Draft VAT Regulations on Digital Market Places published by KRA for public participation. The deadline for submitting your comments through a memorandum is 15th June 2020. https://www.kra.go.ke/en/media-center/public-notices/842-draft-value-added-… Thank you Kind Regards Tevin Mwenda Gitonga

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Business Plan
by Maina Samson 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

Dear ListersKindly side chat if you can support with developing (or have done) a business plan for a CSP Regards, Samson

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Re: [kictanet] INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ONLINE BRANDING AND SECURITY WEBINAR
by Barrack Otieno 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

Dear Listers , I hope this finds you well, i would like to share the invite below from the Kenya Network Information Centre As we navigate through this period of uncertainty, how can businesses augment their digital presence while protecting their brands in the era of the new normal? Join us for a webinar on *June 9th, 2020* at *02:30 PM* (*EAT*) as we discuss *Online Branding and Security.* Please register. Click here <https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlcuCtrT8oG9JaXSvjPmO4y_b9Eiku_roG> Thank you. -- Regards, Admin KENYA NETWORK INFORMATION CENTRE WWW.KENIC.OR.KE | WERARE.CO.KE CA COMPLEX - WAIYAKI WAY. NAIROBI KENYA -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Today 3pm : DIGITAL TAX Webinar by KRA, Lawyers Hub and Qhala
by Linda Bonyo 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

Join Qhala and the Lawyers Hub for an online discussion today afternoon (June 8th 2020, 3pm) *Theme: Taxing the Digital Economy* On June 1st, the Kenyan Revenue Authority officially announced the taxing of the digital economy. Kenya being one of Africa's leading Tech hubs is booming with innovative digital services that are slowly transforming various industries. Compliance with the 1.5% digital tax to be levied on gross transaction values, for instance, will come with increased costs of services among other implications. Various questions still linger. Join us on Monday 3PM EAT as we host an online discussion on this matter with Mr. Maurice Oray, the Deputy Commissioner for Tax Policy; Rosemary Chemo Kimwatu, Legal Policy Specialist; Eunice Kavere, Lawyer and Wilfred Olambo, a Tax Expert with KPMG. *Sign up here* : bit.ly/DigitalTaxKenya See you then and warm regards from the Lawyers Hub. *__________________________________________________________________* *Linda Bonyo* (Ms.) | CEO, *Lawyers Hub * *Tech for Justice* Web <http://www.lawyershub.org> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawyers-hub-kenya-1bb021161/> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/lawyershubkenya> | Calendar <http://www.calendly.com/bonyo> | *_**__________________________________________________________* *DISCLAIMER: The information contained in or accompanying this e-mail is intended for the use of the stated recipient only. It may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. No confidentiality or privilege is waived or lost by any mistransmission. If you receive this message in error, please immediately delete it and all copies of it from your system, destroy any hard copies of it and notify the sender. You must not, directly or indirectly, use, disclose, distribute, print, or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views or opinions presented herein are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Lawyers Hub.*

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AT&T Will Zero-Rate HBO Max, Undermining Competition
by Adam Lane 04 Jun '20

04 Jun '20

Worth noting this as online streaming takes off around the world, as there are more and more vertical partnerships/mergers between telcos and content and its impact on net neutrality/competition.... https://www.fool.com/investing/2020/06/03/att-will-zero-rate-hbo-max-underm… AT&T Will Zero-Rate HBO Max, Undermining Competition Net neutrality advocates won't be happy about this. [Evan Niu] Evan Niu, CFA<https://www.fool.com/author/1922/> (TMFNewCow) Jun 3, 2020 at 10:00AM Author Bio With the streaming wars intensifying this year, every service provider is looking for any advantage it can get in order to earn a piece of your monthly entertainment budget. Many years ago, telecommunications giants dreamed up the idea of sponsored data, where a company offering some online service could pay for the underlying data used to access that service. The practice is also called zero-rating<https://www.fool.com/investing/2016/12/15/t-mobile-undermines-atts-zero-rat…>, and it has garnered considerable criticism over the years for undermining net neutrality and competition more broadly. That's exactly what AT&T (NYSE:T<https://www.fool.com/quote/nyse/att-inc/t/>) is planning to do with HBO Max, the successor to HBO Now that launched last week. [AT&T headquarters] AT&T WILL PAY ITSELF FOR SPONSORED DATA USAGE. IMAGE SOURCE: AT&T. >From one pocket to another The Verge<https://www.theverge.com/2020/6/2/21277402/hbo-max-att-data-caps-netflix-di…> has confirmed that AT&T will effectively exempt HBO Max data usage from counting toward mobile data caps under the guise of sponsored data. AT&T subsidiary WarnerMedia will pay AT&T subsidiary AT&T Mobility so that HBO Max subscribers don't have to worry about using up their data. But since AT&T owns both companies, it is simply shifting money from one pocket to another and paying itself. The media outlet had originally asked AT&T streaming chief Tony Goncalves about the practice in an interview, and the exec initially said HBO Max would not get preferential treatment while noting that data plans are purportedly unlimited. But unlimited data plans have long been a misnomer, as carriers typically throttle speeds for heavy data users at a certain threshold, so data usage still matters. For AT&T, that threshold is 22GB. Zero-rating has been broadly criticized for years by net neutrality advocates, as giving any service preferential treatment tilts the competitive scales. For example, AT&T customers watching a third-party video streaming service from Netflix, Disney, Comcast or Apple, among many other contenders, will have that usage count against their data caps, encouraging them to instead watch the service that AT&T owns. It's worth noting that AT&T's DIRECTV service is also zero-rated, although Ma Bell has been hemorrhaging DIRECTV subscribers because of ongoing cord-cutting. The Trump administration repealed the Federal Communication Commission's net neutrality rules in 2018, allowing internet service providers to give preferential treatment and paid prioritization to certain services and content. While some larger companies may be able to afford to pay sponsored data fees to level the playing field, those fees could be framed as AT&T essentially imposing a tax on competitors. None have chosen to participate in those programs thus far. Perhaps more importantly, smaller service providers simply may not be able to pay and sponsored data could arguably be considered a barrier to entry for new entrants.

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Fwd: [At-Large] senior and postdoc fellowships on global internet governance 2021
by Barrack Otieno 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Joanna Kulesza <jkuleszaicann(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Jun 3, 2020 at 3:26 PM Subject: [At-Large] senior and postdoc fellowships on global internet governance 2021 To: <at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Dear all, please kindly see below and attached. The deadline for applications has been extended to July 1st. Do feel free to contact hosts directly with any questions or queries. Thanks and best, Joanna Kulesza ----------------------- Research Fellowships 2021/2022 Open Call for Applications Postdoctoral and Senior Researchers The Käte Hamburger Kolleg/Centre for Global Cooperation Research (KHK/GCR21) invites applications for Research Fellowships with duration of 12 months starting between February and September 2021. Proposals are especially welcome regarding: (1) critique, justification and legitimacy in global cooperation; and (2) global cooperation and competing conceptions of world order. The fully funded fellowships are available to both senior and postdoctoral researchers across the humanities and social sciences. Deadline for applications is 1st June 2020. We are aware that this call comes at a time of high uncertainty around COVID-19. We are monitoring closely the evolving situation and hope that circumstances will allow the advertised fellowships to start as planned from February 2021 onwards. We therefore urge you to apply if you are interested but still uncertain about the practicability of the fellowship! The KHK/GCR21 The Centre for Global Cooperation Research at the University of Duisburg-Essen is one of ten Käte Hamburger Kollegs sponsored by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Established in 2012, the Centre is an interdisciplinary and international learning community that seeks to enhance understanding of the possibilities and limits of global cooperation and to explore new options for global public policy. The working language at the Centre is English. In its second funding period (2018-2023), the Centre’s research and fellowships are organized around four broad themes: pathways and mechanisms of global cooperation; global cooperation and polycentric governance; critique, justification and legitimacy in global cooperation; and global cooperation and competing conceptions of world order. Empirical research on these themes focuses especially on the governance of climate change, the internet, migration, and peacebuilding. The Centre will issue thematic calls for application on an annual basis. Fellowships 2021-2022 For next year we invite fellowship applications from across the humanities and social sciences (including also psychology, law and economics) in relation to the second two main themes, as detailed below. We particularly encourage female researchers and scholars from the Global South to apply. Applications from scholars at risk are welcome. Benefits to Fellows  An intellectually stimulating and vibrant interdisciplinary learning community  Excellent infrastructure with fully equipped offices, library facilities, and administrative support (also with finding accommodation)  Funds to organize workshops (subject to approval, with preference especially to workshops that emerge from an interdisciplinary exchange with other researchers at the Centre)  Either a monthly stipend commensurate with experience or financing of a teaching replacement at the home institution Expectations from Fellows  A completed PhD  Personal research and publication in the Centre’s thematic areas  A contribution to the Centre’s own publications  Regular active participation in seminars and other Centre events  Collaboration with other fellows in interdisciplinary exchange  Work in residence at the Centre in Duisburg, Germany Themes 2021-2022 The Centre’s work in the period of 2021-2022 will focus on the themes ‘Critique, Justification and Legitimacy in Global Cooperation’ and ‘Global Cooperation and Competing Conceptions of World Order’. We especially invite fellowship applications that address these themes, as described below. In addition, preference will be given to applications with an empirical focus on the governance of climate change, the internet, migration, and peacebuilding. Critique, Justification and Legitimacy in Global Cooperation Legitimacy – and its contestation – is a vital question for global cooperation. Legitimacy refers to the belief and perception that a governing force has rightful authority and exercises it appropriately. Legitimacy can be both normative (i.e. determined by moral judgement) and sociological (i.e. observed in political behaviour). Scholarship from various disciplines has usually examined legitimacy in relation to the state, but more recent scholarship understands legitimacy as a fragile, politicized, and contested phenomenon that involves a wider range of political forces, including multilateral institutions, private global governance, and transnational social movements. This processual notion of legitimacy – the interplay between critique and justification – leads to many conceptual, theoretical, and methodological challenges. It implies considering politicization processes and power relations across scales (at local, national and transnational levels), a broad spectrum of political actors in their complex relationships, and new forms of resistance against formal authorities (e.g. by whistleblowers, young climate activists, right-wing networks). Sites of resistance include – but are not limited to – civil society associations, social movements, and everyday practices of ordinary citizens. De-legitimation can come from ‘left-wing’ and ‘right-wing’ angles, from communitarians as well as cosmopolitans. If legitimacy is also created by civil society actors, new protest movements, and ‘ordinary citizens’, research questions emerge on how to conceptualize and study contested ‘legitimation work’ (Raymond Geuss) around multiple sites of global cooperation. We welcome projects that help us gain a better understanding of global cooperation and ‘politics of (de)legitimation’. Proposals are welcomed across a range of issue-areas, especially – though not limited to – climate change, Internet, migration, and peacebuilding. Questions for this research stream may include, though are not limited to:  Who are the protagonists who cooperate in legitimation and de-legitimation (or resistance) struggles (e.g. civil society organizations, social movements, indigenous groups)? How and why do these struggles emerge and develop? How does the global rise of populism play into such practices of cooperation?  What forms of trans-scalar cooperation can we distinguish in politics of (de-)legitimation (e.g. shared textual and visual narratives, performances, academic schools of thought)? For example, do young climate activists cooperate differently than right-wing networks?  How can we best study new protagonists and complex new forms of resistance against formal authorities, for instance as exercised/practiced by whistleblowers, feminist activists, artists, sportspeople and critical comedians?  How do certain concerns gain legitimacy as a “global” problem in need of “cooperation” (e.g. peace, climate change)? Global Cooperation and Competing Conceptions of World Order The broad question concerning competing conceptions of world order is a very traditional issue of global politics, which has operated on the basis of both systemic assumptions and more actor-focused concepts. Yet, under current polycentric conditions, these issues have taken many different forms and can be studied from a variety of perspectives, particularly with regard to their impact on global cooperation. Research projects in this stream are invited to explore the commonalities and differences between various conceptions of world order, as well as relationships between them in practices of global cooperation and non-cooperation. We welcome projects that help us to gain a better understanding of how different and often contested conceptions of world order shape, change or obstruct global cooperation. This includes abstract considerations about epistemological and anthropological foundations of world-order conceptions, as well as a focus on material conditions and repercussions. Also welcome are proposals that deepen understanding of populism and anti-global protest, the fight for global equality or the self-legitimation of organizations. Themes we are particularly interested in for the coming fellowship period include: How can we understand geopolitics (i.e. the strategic struggle for spheres of influence), beyond its form as classic theme of international politics? Can it result in new constellations of global cooperation? Or will we see a return of interstate conflict that seemed to have become obsolete? We invite research on perceptions, narratives and discourses to explore grand geopolitical/economic schemes in their conception in different regions or circles and also address new conflicting/cooperative areas. Can conceptions of world order based on the unity of humankind be imagined without relying on essentialist and simplifying anthropologies; and what are the implications of such ‘new cosmopolitanisms’ for global cooperation? What can be expected of approaches which substitute the focus on human rationality with the emphasis on other human capacities, such as empathy or awareness of common vulnerability? What is the role of different conceptions of time and historical directionality? How have conflicts between largely irreconcilable conceptions of world orders (and political agendas) impacted on global cooperation? For instance, while economic growth is seen as instrumental for improving the lives of people particularly in the Global South, a contrary position would hold that sustainable human life is only possible under conditions of reduced growth and consumption, respect for nature, clean energies etc. Can such guiding principles or even ideologies also pave the way for new ways in global cooperation, such as new alliances and forms or will these competing views generate future conflicts? How to Apply Applications (in English only) should include:  cover letter  concise research proposal (3-5 pages)  CV  list of publications  text of one relevant publication Please submit applications at http://www.gcr21.org/en/fellows/how-to-become-a-fellow/fellowships/. Deadline for receipt of applications is 1st June 2020. Please indicate in the cover letter your preferred start and end date of the fellowship. If you have any questions, please contact Matthias Schuler at <schuler(a)gcr21.uni-due.de>. _______________________________________________ At-Large mailing list At-Large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/at-large At-Large Official Site: http://atlarge.icann.org _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fw: Facebook Web Conference for Non-profits Responding to the COVID-19 Crisis
by Grace Githaiga 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

Listers This might be of interest to some of you. Rgds. Subject: Facebook Web Conference for Non-profits Responding to the COVID-19 Crisis We are excited to announce an online conference presented by non- profits, experts, and Facebook on how to drive engagement and fundraising growth during this moment of crisis. We will be looking at some of the key challenges that non-profits are currently facing and how the shift to digital and leveraging platforms like Facebook and Instagram can present a host of opportunities to engage with your supporters. Key topics that will be covered include: * How to drive fundraising growth and pivot strategically to digital * The importance of creativity and innovation during a crisis * How to tell your organization’s story and effectively communicate on digital platforms * New opportunities and growth hacks on Facebook and Instagram using ads, donation tools and more. Date: May 28 at 9:30am BST/10:30am CET.

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Facebook employees hold virtual walkout over Mark Zuckerberg's refusal to act against Trump
by Grace Githaiga 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

Good morning Listers I hope you are all keeping well despite the challenging times. This article might be of interest to some of you. Rgds. Facebook employees are staging a rebellion over Mark Zuckerberg’s refusal to act against Donald Trump, expressing their dissatisfaction with their boss on social media in a rare public display of dissent and, in some cases, staging a “virtual” walkout. Disagreement came from employees at all levels of the company, including some senior staff. Particular criticism was levelled at Zuckerberg’s personal decision to leave up <https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/may/29/facebook-trump-twitter-s…> the Facebook version of a tweet sent by Trump in which the president appeared to encourage police to shoot rioters. By contrast, Twitter hid the message behind a warning <https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/may/29/twitter-hides-donald-tru…> . https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/jun/01/facebook-workers-rebel-m…

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What the Pandemic Means for Technology Acceleration
by Adam Lane 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

In case this may be of interest or useful.. https://blog.huawei.com/2020/06/03/what-the-pandemic-means-for-technology-a… What the Pandemic Means for Technology Acceleration ByAdam Lane June 3, 2020 As countries start to come out of lockdowns, or loosen other restrictions, what might the world look like and how might technology play a role? Education It looks like around the world some students will be going back to school earlier than others whilst some will be taking it in turns in order to ensure classrooms are not so crowded. Whether this is a rotation on a daily, weekly, bi-weekly or other basis, it has important implications for the use of technology for teaching. Some students will be studying online at home, some may not have access to technology to do so (or not have the caregivers available to support this), and others may be at school. Each of these groups will have different experiences, and technology will need to adjust to try to keep each at the same pace as the others. This means that just watching recorded videos or doing online worksheets will not be enough. Those at home need to be getting the same experience as those in class. This requires live teaching using video conference software and interactive whiteboards in schools. In the short-term this might be possible just using tablets or PCs, but in the medium-term, professional interactive whiteboards with video conference functions would be preferable, and probably with one camera at the back of the classroom looking towards the teacher as well. In much of the world, if schools are not already online, they can get online fairly easily using a CPE<https://consumer.huawei.com/en/routers/5g-cpe-pro/> (or a modem with a SIM card), particularly the outdoor type, and use a 4G or 5G signal. In the long-term, schools can benefit from the deployment of fiber or use microwave connections . In emerging economies where some schools may not have internet coverage, the live teaching will have to be from schools or other government buildings that do have coverage, whilst expanding connectivity over time to other locations, for example through a low-cost base station such as the Rural Star. After COVID passes, those interactive whiteboards and internet connections will continue to be useful, enabling access to the Internet in class and use of videos and other content, accelerating the transition to blended learning<https://blog.huawei.com/2018/10/04/is-education-today-delivering-the-skills…> that is already underway. Meanwhile a whole generation of children will have become accustomed to online learning, and there will be a huge library of content that will have been created that can be used. Read more: How school moved to cloud this semester<https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/publications/winwin-magazine/36/clou…> Health * [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/shutterstock_1644744847.…] As countries around the world explore the use of different apps to trace contacts, these apps can also be linked into public health hotlines for voice or video consultations and telemedicine - not just for COVID-related issues, but for any health issues. If many residents download these apps, it will dramatically speed-up what was already becoming a trend pre-COVID. Countries are hiring armies of contact tracers, supercharging community health workers, and arming them all with smartphones and apps to manage their contact tracing as well as providing online training materials and communication tools for peer discussion and engagement with central ministries. There has been at least a decade's efforts in the developing world to digitalize the health workforce, but it has been a struggle. No longer. Now the urgency of the effort during the pandemic will require digitalization. From a fairly limited remit, it will be possible to expand the application and roles of the digital tools from just a response to COVID-19 to the whole gamut of health data collection and community information-sharing, from nutrition to STDs, vaccines and non-communicable diseases. Hospitals and their labs, especially in the developing world which was mostly paper-based, are being upgraded to ensure the rapid collection of medical data to quickly diagnose and flag potential COVID cases, as well as transmit test results, and even use AI and machine learning tools to predict the spread of the virus. These systems may be fairly limited now, but they can be upgraded and expanded to be more comprehensive. Video conference facilities are being installed, and health workers are becoming more used to using them for training. There has been a huge boon in private telemedicine and e-pharmacy services around the world, partly helped by governments issuing temporary or emergency legislation such as accepting e-prescriptions, or managing liability for online consultations allowing such services where before there was hesitation. It will be hard to remove these even after everything eventually returns to normal, when citizens have become accustomed to them, and regulators realize their previous reservations have been overcome. These must become permanent to enable dramatic increases in access to healthcare. Read more: How telemedicine can help combat the pandemic<https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/publications/winwin-magazine/36/tele…> Politics For centuries politicians have had to physically be present inside buildings to hold debates and to vote. For various reasons, they have been slow to adapt to technology until COVID-19 arrived and forced change. These changes are likely to continue, with politicians using video-conference facilities and online voting software. It may help open up politics further to younger generations. Will politicians have to keep travelling so frequently between constituencies and parliaments? And what about all those international trips for conferences, especially considering climate change? Media The media industry has been turned upside down, with traditional approaches of mostly having guests come to studios being replaced by guests recording from home. New forms of concerts, music, and theatre are being developed, with participants performing remotely and synching together, something that is much easier now with 5G and fast fiber. As latencies reduce further, and speeds increase, this will become more common and not just for domestic, but also international media events. [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/shutterstock_1252038760.…] Will there be a return to cinemas in the future? Will everyone who has signed up to streaming services keep their subscriptions? These questions were already being asked pre-COVID, and will certainly come to the fore in the next few months. Agriculture Agricultural systems have become quite resilient, and technology has helped ensure that delivery and supply chains have remained generally intact during COVID-19. Social distancing has supercharged e-commerce, forcing more retailers online, as well as wholesalers and distributers. Supply chains have become more diverse and technology will help manage this more in the future, with data analytics and IoT helping track products and commodities, as well as predicting and managing risks. [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/shutterstock_1129777829.…] Tourism Tourism has taken a massive hit, and the paths to slowly opening up may require carefully planned trips, with frequent testing, with fairly limited movement in case of spreading or picking up the virus. It is likely that a number of IoT products will be developed to help track tourists (with geofencing functions as well as the ability to trace contacts), who will happily temporarily consent to these in order to have a vacation. [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/shutterstock_1172512777.…] Meanwhile, tourism destinations may look to enhance their offerings using AR and VR when there may be limited contacts with locals or limits on certain destinations. Such tools will be crucial in marketing efforts, and - in conjunction with the increasing maturity of cloud VR powered by 10G PON and gigabit broadband - will lead to the growth of the consumer VR industry. Read more: China Telecom Sichuan powers cloud VR with dual-gigabit services<https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/publications/communicate/88/china-te…> Huawei Global Industry Vision 2025: Super Vision<https://www.huawei.com/minisite/giv/cn/predictions.html?id=2> [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/giv.png] Retail Retail has of course been moving online rapidly in many countries. During COVID-19 new products that people rarely bought online are now being tried out and then bought online, even products such as furniture or entire houses. Real estate agencies that had not used VR, 360 or 3D technologies to showcase their properties will have to develop those rapidly, and they may become the norm in the future - at least a bare minimum before someone physically visits a house. For products like furniture or furnishings, there may not be a return to physical retail outlets, especially with new AR capabilities on smartphones that will help place items in homes virtually first. Where people do return to the high street it may be driven a lot more by experiences than by shopping, though even some of those may be moving online. Activities such as Escape Rooms may take place virtually sooner than we think. Gaming Online gaming had been growing significantly, especially in countries without high-end PCs, thanks to the growing capabilities of fairly cheap smartphones and tablets. Large industry players have already developed advanced online platforms for gaming which have been in great demand so far. It is likely that this will continue in the future as social distancing continues and continue to be a big growth industry, particularly with the advent of platforms that don't require downloading games first now that Internet speeds and latencies, especially with 5G rollout, are good enough to stream directly from cloud. [https://blog.huawei.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/shutterstock_1146784925.…] Read more: Thailand's 3BB wins gamer market with smart home broadband<https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/publications/communicate/88/thailand…> There is no doubt that all the lives lost, the jobs lost, and the disruption to lives of almost every person on this planet in the last 6 months have been awful. But it is also clear that the availability and ability of technology has helped mitigate some of these affects. Many people may not know the term "digital economy" but during recent months of social distancing, almost everyone has now become a part of the digital economy. As we look to the future, tentatively and cautiously, since there is still no sign that we will go back to normal anytime soon, we have a choice as to how we will take advantage of technology to return our economies to growth, and by accelerating already existing trends, kick-start vital industries that are the source of jobs. We need to analyze each industry in our local economy and think how technology can contribute to re-establishing them and creating a base for expansion in the future of the digital economy. The investment in ICT infrastructure in the last decade or two has held up well. Now is the time to accelerate that investment, applications that bring economic, social and environmental benefits, and the digital skills to take part in the digital economy.

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Fwd: [ALAC] Fwd: ICANN News Alert -- Register for ICANN68 Prep Sessions (Update)
by Barrack Otieno 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 3 Jun 2020, 2:04 am Subject: [ALAC] Fwd: ICANN News Alert -- Register for ICANN68 Prep Sessions (Update) To: ALAC <alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> [image: ICANN Announcement Alerts] *Register for ICANN68 Prep Sessions (Update) <https://newsalerts.icann.org/B100dC2EN00000vR08jPg2d>* 02 June 2020 *This Announcement is an update to a previous Announcement published on 28 May 2020. <https://newsalerts.icann.org/u0N0008R0P0d0W02xg2CE10>* LOS ANGELES – 2 June 2020 – Today, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) announced live interpretation for multiple ICANN68 Prep Sessions. *To attend any of the webinars, please register here <https://newsalerts.icann.org/CRg00e0kP0vC0Nd82201E00> by Friday 5 June 2020* to receive instructions on how to join. You may also submit questions during the registration process. The ICANN Open Data Program Update scheduled for Tuesday 16 June 2020 has been cancelled. Q&A with ICANN Org Executive Team on Thursday 18 June 2020 has been moved from 18:00 UTC to 19:00 UTC. The revised schedule is as follows: *Date / Time* *Title* *Language* *Monday, 8 June 2020* 12:00-13:00 and 22:00-23:00 UTC Interpretation Platform Kick-off Webinar Six U.N. languages *Tuesday, 9 June 2020* 16:00-17:00 UTC ICANN Org Operations Planning Team Update English *Thursday, 11 June 2020* 16:00-17:00 UTC Universal Acceptance Annual Strategic Action Plan Webinar English *Monday, 15 June 2020* 16:00-17:00 UTC Enhancing the Effectiveness of ICANN's Multistakeholder Model – Next Steps Six U.N. languages *Tuesday, 16 June 2020* 07:00-08:30 UTC ICANN Policy Development (PDP) Working Group Roleplay for Fellows (for ICANN68 Fellows only) English *Wednesday, 17 June 2020* 12:00-13:30 UTC Pre-ICANN68 GNSO Webinar English *Wednesday, 17 June 2020* 16:00-17:00 UTC NomCom Review: Implementation Milestones English *Thursday, 18 June 2020* 16:00-17:00 UTC Policy Webinar Six U.N. languages *Thursday 18 June 2020* 19:00-20:00 UTC Q&A with ICANN Org Executive Team Six U.N. languages (The U.N. six languages includes the following: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish.) We recommend that community members attend one of the Interpretation Platform Kick-off Webinars. This will allow participants to familiarize themselves with the remote simultaneous interpretation platform that will be used during ICANN68. Instructions on how to use the interpretation service and access to recordings, presentation materials, and a pre-recorded webinar from the Multistakeholder Strategy and Strategic Initiatives (MSSI) team will be posted *here* <https://newsalerts.icann.org/NR00lC2d0001gvE0fN0082P>. If you have trouble accessing the registration link <https://newsalerts.icann.org/CRg00e0kP0vC0Nd82201E00> and you are using Chrome, try the following: 1. Clear your browser cookies and caches. 2. Enable third-party cookies. 3. If issues still persist, please try using a different browser, such as Safari. About ICANN ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. 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by Mwende Njiraini 02 Jun '20

02 Jun '20

https://www.diplomacy.edu/calendar/webdebate-gendered-impact-covid-19-towar…

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Fw: UNESCO/UNOCT Webinar - Youth and Digital Spaces: Countering the exploitation of the COVID-19 pandemic using Media and ICTs in Eastern Africa
by Grace Githaiga 02 Jun '20

02 Jun '20

Listers Calling on our youth to see if they can attend. @Keth, mpo? Rgds. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Grace Githaiga Twitter: @ggithaiga Skype: gracegithaiga Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegithaiga ...the most important office in a democracy is the citizen. So, you see, that’s what our democracy demands. It needs you!----Barrack Obama. ________________________________ From: Okande, John Otieno <jo.okande(a)unesco.org> Sent: 02 June 2020 12:29 PM To: Okande, John Otieno <jo.okande(a)unesco.org>; Onyango, David <d.onyango(a)unesco.org> Subject: UNESCO/UNOCT Webinar - Youth and Digital Spaces: Countering the exploitation of the COVID-19 pandemic using Media and ICTs in Eastern Africa Dear Colleagues, I trust that you are all fine and keeping safe. UNESCO in partnership with UNOCT wishes to invite you to a regional Expert Webinar on Youth and Digital Spaces: Addressing and Countering the exploitation of the COVID-19 pandemic using Media and ICTs in Eastern Africa on Tuesday, 02 June 2020 from 14.30pm to 18.00pm (EAT). The webinar aims at identifying and discussing issues, challenges and opportunities for good practices related to countering and preventing online hate speech, cyber bullying, racism, and violent extremism arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic, using Media and ICTs, and to identify effective measures that can be adopted by young people to prevent and combat these issues. Find attached the final Concept and programme for todays Webinar. Please use link below on this email to join the webinar. We look forward to your participation. Best, John ________________________________________________________________________________ Join Microsoft Teams Meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MmE0NWE4ODEtY2U1MS00…> Learn more about Teams<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=77233194-0829-48d3-…> [https://teamsnet.unesco.org/sites/S4B/Documents/Teams-Logo.png] You could join Teams meeting using either Teams application, Google Chrome or Edge Chromium, on a mobile, tablet, computer. Follow the below “Help” link Help<https://teamsnet.unesco.org/sites/S4B/Documents/How%20to%20join%20a%20Micro…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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Website Resource guide for SMEs By Botlab and Legibra
by Mercy Njue 02 Jun '20

02 Jun '20

Dear All, Botlab and Legibra have put together a website guide for SMEs. This guide is for those who are coming up with one, have one but it’s inactive, or those looking at improving their websites during this period. We have attached it below, you can also view it here <https://botlab.biz/the-ultimate-website-guide-for-smes/> Feel free to share with others. Regards -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab *Endless possibilities :* www.botlab.biz *"* What we are is God's gift to us. What we become is our gift to God. - Eleanor Powell

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