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Fwd: [ALAC-Announce] At-Large ICANN68 Highlights Webinar
by Barrack Otieno 02 Jun '20

02 Jun '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN Policy Calendar <PolicyCalendar(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, Jun 1, 2020 at 11:10 PM Subject: [ALAC-Announce] At-Large ICANN68 Highlights Webinar To: Heidi Ullrich <Heidi.Ullrich(a)icann.org>, Silvia Vivanco < silvia.vivanco(a)icann.org>, Gisella Gruber <Gisella.Gruber(a)icann.org>, Evin Erdogdu <evin.erdogdu(a)icann.org>, Claudia Ruiz <claudia.ruiz(a)icann.org>, Michelle DeSmyter <michelle.desmyter(a)icann.org>, Alperen Eken < alperen.eken(a)icann.org>, Yesim Nazlar <yesim.nazlar(a)icann.org>, TEL ES-Teleconf-Interpretation <ES-Teleconf-Interpretation(a)icann.org>, TEL FR-Teleconf-Interpretation <FR-Teleconf-Interpretation(a)icann.org>, Sabrina Mosquera <sabrina.mosquera(a)icann.org>, Maria Vilardo < maria.vilardo(a)icann.org>, ALAC Announce < alac-announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> ***If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at **staff(a)atlarge.icann.org <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org>* *with your preferred number.*** Dear All, In advance of the virtual ICANN68, the At-Large @ICANN68 Highlights Webinar will provide an overview of the At-Large policy sessions that will be taking place. Hear directly from the moderators of these sessions on the topics of DNS Abuse, Public Interest Commitments, Subsequent Procedures and new gTLDs, and Universal Acceptance with a specific focus on the importance to Internet end users. *At-Large ICANN68 Highlights Webinar *is scheduled for *Thursday, 04 June 2020 at 16:00 UTC for 60 minutes.* For other times: *https://tinyurl.com/y7pwpusd <https://tinyurl.com/y7pwpusd>* The agenda and call details can be found at: *https://community.icann.org/x/ZwcdC <https://community.icann.org/x/ZwcdC>* ICANN68 wiki workspace: *https://community.icann.org/x/OieJBw <https://community.icann.org/x/OieJBw>* ADIGO Conf. Bridge: English Conf. ID: 1638 Spanish Conf. ID: 1738 French Conf. ID: 1838 Toll-free access number (US and Canada): 800 550 6865 Other toll-free numbers: *http://adigo.com/icann/ <http://adigo.com/icann/>* *Zoom Room*: *https://icann.zoom.us/j/91305034081?pwd=eVd3M0ZjQWRlK1FxNk43bUxrOEF2dz09 <https://icann.zoom.us/j/91305034081?pwd=eVd3M0ZjQWRlK1FxNk43bUxrOEF2dz09> */ Meeting ID: 913 0503 4081 (no password needed) Thank you. Kind Regards, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org Website: atlarge.icann.org Facebook: facebook.com/icannatlarge Twitter: @ICANNAtLarge _______________________________________________ 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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Building a versatile Career in Tech Webinar By Botlab
by Mercy Njue 01 Jun '20

01 Jun '20

Technology in itself is very Versatile. Knowing how to build your career in technology is a soft skill. Botlab in partnership with Adrian Kenya <https://adriankenya.com/> will be hosting Caroline Muthamburi <https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-muthambiri/?originalSubdomain=ch>, Corporate Operations Engineer at Google- Switzerland. She will talk more on - How to create a career vision board every three years, - How to build required skillsets over time in a particular specialisation and - How to increase individual visibility. To Register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-versatile-career-in-tech-tickets-10…> -- 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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What is happening? Time to reflect
by David Indeje 31 May '20

31 May '20

Dear Listers, The weekend is still long, (Kenyans love holidays, I know we are still Working From Home though). Below is what is happening to: Kisumu County which has resorted to the recruitment of more revenue collectors months after abandoning digitisation of major revenue streams as it seeks to shore up its annual target. https://bit.ly/2Ak9DW9 As we reflect, it is worth revisiting "*Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable Fintech Ecosystem in Kenya - Current outlook, challenges and policy options for the sector"* by Peter M. Mwencha (PhD.), Ali Hussein and Grace Githaiga. Click to download <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?page_id=40115#> *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 Website: Khusoko <https://khusoko.com/>

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Fwd: [ALAC] Fwd: ICANN News Alert -- Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2021 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect
by Barrack Otieno 30 May '20

30 May '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, May 30, 2020 at 6:15 AM Subject: [ALAC] Fwd: ICANN News Alert -- Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2021 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect To: ALAC <alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> [image: ICANN Announcement Alerts] *Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2021 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect <https://newsalerts.icann.org/eN082E02000RCv0201WPg0d>* 29 May 2020 LOS ANGELES – 29 May 2020 – The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) organization is seeking expressions of interest for the Chair and Chair-Elect of the 2021 Nominating Committee (NomCom). The NomCom Chair is responsible for organizing the NomCom in its activities to select certain ICANN Board members and individuals who will serve in key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) in accordance with ICANN's Bylaws. The Chair is a non-voting member of the NomCom selected by ICANN's Board to serve until the conclusion of the next ICANN Annual Meeting. The Chair-Elect, a position created as a result of an independent review of the NomCom, is not intended to fill an advisory role. Rather, the Chair-Elect will receive the benefit of training while serving alongside the Chair, gaining skills and knowledge to be applied for the Chair-Elect's anticipated succession into the role of the Chair. Candidates for Chair-Elect should possess the same skills as candidates for the Chair. In September 2019, the ICANN Board appointed Jay Sudowski as the 2020 NomCom Chair and Ole Jacobsen as the 2020 NomCom Chair-Elect. ( https://www.icann.org/resources/board-material/resolutions-2019-09-08-en#1.c <https://newsalerts.icann.org/XdP0gER0N000Ew082021CJ0>.) Article 8, section 8.3(d) of the Bylaws states, "It is anticipated that upon the conclusion of the term of the Chair-Elect, the Chair-Elect will be appointed by the Board to the position of Chair." While it is anticipated that the 2020 NomCom Chair-Elect will become the 2021 NomCom Chair, the NomCom will evaluate the performance of the current NomCom leadership in support of continuous improvement in its accountability and transparency. The results of that evaluation will be available to the Board Governance Committee (BGC) before it makes a recommendation to the full Board on the 2021 NomCom leadership. These reviews will be conducted by an independent third-party provider and will consist of interviewing other NomCom leadership, NomCom members, and designated NomCom staff. The BGC will utilize the outcomes of these reviews in their processes leading up to the Board's formal appointment of the 2021 NomCom Chair and Chair-Elect. Position Description The Chair position blends time management and negotiation skills with the practical aspects of conducting a worldwide search for individuals to fill various ICANN leadership positions. The NomCom Chair will be called on to schedule, organize and lead numerous in-person and telephonic meetings with a large committee of community members. The NomCom Chair is also responsible for managing the candidate identification and statement of interest process, with other committee members, and for managing the due diligence to be performed on nominated candidates, in cooperation with ICANN's General Counsel and any retained outside firm(s). Throughout all NomCom activities, the Chair is responsible for ensuring that all NomCom operating rules and procedures are followed, and that all required documentation and reports are prepared in a timely fashion and provided to the proper parties as necessary. Skills and Experience To properly serve as the NomCom Chair, the selected individual must have: 1. Adequate time available to undertake the role. 2. Excellent communication and negotiation skills to manage a committee of 20-21 members. 3. A clear understanding of the duties and responsibilities of each position for which the NomCom is selecting candidates. 4. Experience on or with a Board of Directors of organizations with similar scale, scope, and diversity as ICANN. 5. Strong organization and leadership skills. 6. Ability to remain unbiased. 7. No conflicts of interest. 8. A thorough understanding of and be able to satisfy all criteria set forth in ICANN Bylaws relating to the NomCom. (*See* http://www.icann.org/general/bylaws.htm#article8 <https://newsalerts.icann.org/Aw0F00CR20Nd1g200P0K08E>.) Specific Duties and Responsibilities 1. Plans and schedules NomCom meetings as required, including ensuring posting schedules for public review. 2. Appoints non-voting Associate Chair if so desired. 3. Reports to ICANN Board and the community on status of the NomCom. 4. Prepares and publishes the NomCom report. 5. Ensures that NomCom operating rules and procedures are followed. 6. Manages NomCom Selection Process, including: 1. Approves outreach and advertising methods for attracting candidates. 2. Conducts outreach with ICANN Stakeholder groups, Constituencies, Advisory Committees and Supporting Organizations (with Chairs of those groups), ICANN Board, and others. 3. With other committee members, reviews and evaluates candidate Statements of Interest (SOIs) and references submitted during the NomCom process. 4. Coordinates due diligence on nominated candidates in cooperation with ICANN org General Counsel's office and any outside firm(s) retained to perform due diligence activities. 7. Approves posting of NomCom announcements and schedules on ICANN org's website. 8. Ensures NomCom records are properly established, maintained, and archived. Eligibility Exclusion No person who is an employee of or is a paid consultant to ICANN org (including the Ombudsman) shall simultaneously serve as a member of the NomCom, including the post of Chair or Chair-Elect. Expenses All reasonable travel expenses and administrative costs incurred as a result of performing the duties as NomCom Chair or Chair-Elect in accordance with ICANN org's policies will be reimbursed by ICANN org upon the Chair or Chair-Elect's submission to ICANN org of valid receipts and invoices. Expressions of Interest Expressions of Interest, which will be maintained as confidential, should be sent to NomComChair2021(a)icann.org <https://newsalerts.icann.org/f00wd0P08L001R22CNEGg00> no later than 22 June 2020. A suggested form for submitting an Expression of Interest is available here <https://newsalerts.icann.org/JR2PC20M1E0NHw80dg00000>. For more information about the NomCom see http://nomcom.icann.org/ <https://newsalerts.icann.org/dd0Pg13Nv20E800R0X020C0>. About ICANN ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a not-for-profit public-benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world. 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Online violence in times of Covid-19
by David Indeje 29 May '20

29 May '20

Dear Listers, We hope everyone has had a great week, zooming, Facebooking, Googling, Skyping, Meeting among other great digital tools that have enabled us keep in touch with each other. However, how many of us are aware of the flip side of embracing all these useful tools which is online violence against women and girls? Ms. Cecilia Maundu, in our weekend read, describes: Online violence as "a global virus" "that is threatening the “digital citizenship” of women making it extremely hard towards efforts being made in closing the digital gender divide.." https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?p=41704 Happy Weekend, and Happy Madaraka Day!!!!

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Freedom Online Coalition issues Joint Statement on COVID-19 and Internet Freedom
by Victor Kapiyo 28 May '20

28 May '20

Dear Listers, The Freedom Online Coalition (FOC) has issued a joint statement on COVID-19 and Internet Freedom. In the statement, FOC reaffirms its commitment to promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms proclaimed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and to working together to support Internet freedom for individuals worldwide – including the freedoms of expression, association, peaceful assembly, as well as privacy rights online. FOC expresses concern about the human rights implications of certain measures introduced by governments in response to the COVID-19 crisis, such as the use of arbitrary or unlawful surveillance practices, network shutdowns and censorship. FOC calls upon governments worldwide to refrain from adopting or implementing laws and policies that may negatively affect the enjoyment of human rights, to promote an enabling environment for free expression and access to information, and take appropriate action to address Internet shutdowns, digital divides and spread of disinformation online. You can read the full statement here <https://freedomonlinecoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/FOC-Joint-Sta…> . *Victor Kapiyo* Partner | *Lawmark Partners LLP* *Suite No. 8, Centro House, Westlands, Nairobi | **Web: www.lawmark.co.ke <http://www.lawmark.co.ke> * ==================================================== *“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude” Zig Ziglar*

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by David Indeje 28 May '20

28 May '20

Dear Listers, Something interesting has been happening in the entertainment industry. I hope many of you have been or continue to be entertained online from artists who have resolved to stream their lovely ballads to us. A relief especially when you are working from home. Paul Kaindo, an advocate at the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) says it is illegal to stream online and requires a special license <https://edaily.co.ke/entertainment/music-livestreams-illegal-djs-require-sp…> (Read) Now, Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has a response through the issued press statement, look at part 2. To make try and reflect more on it, though not related, think of KRA moving into *Digital Services Tax.* [image: image.png] [image: image.png] *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Who is Kictanet?
by David Indeje 28 May '20

28 May '20

Dear Listers, Each day, we engage in through this platform. Today, I would like to urge all of us to take a step back and understand what is KICTANet’s guiding philosophy. KICTANet encourages synergies for ICT policy-related activities and initiatives providing mechanisms and a framework for continuing cooperation and collaboration in ICT matters among industry, technical community, academia, media, development partners and Government. For more, kindly read here <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?page_id=26785> For questions and feedback 📣do not hesitate to ask or share. 'Sharing is caring' 😉 *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje * +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Justice Accessibility During COVID19 : Webinar 2pm
by Linda Bonyo 28 May '20

28 May '20

Dear Listers, Is justice accessible to Kenyans during the COVID-19 pandemic? How can we leverage Technology for Virtual Hearings and improve connectivity and access to Wanjiku? Speakers: 1. Justice Issac Lenaola - Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya 2. Commissioner Dr. Mercy Deche - Vice Chairperson Judicial Service Commission 3. Charles Kanjama - Advocate, Former Chairman LSK Nairobi Branch Moderators Jacqueline Ingutiah Onyango and *Byron Menezes, LSK Kisumu Chapter members. Join the LSK Ksm Chapter and Lawyers Hub in a webinar discussion on measures taken by the judiciary to address access to justice challenges posed by COVID-19 and their effectiveness. Click on the link below to register. http://bit.ly/JusticeKenya -- *__________________________________________________________________* *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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Choosing a Technical or Management Career in Tech Webinar By Botlab
by Mercy Njue 28 May '20

28 May '20

Dear All Botlab and Resilient Tech will be hosting a webinar on Choosing a Technical or Management Career in Tech? At the end of the webinar, you will be able to... 1. Describe how a manager’s work mode is interrupt-driven and how it is different than the flow-oriented work mode of a developer. 2. Describe some key ways that managers can influence, and explain why doing the work of the team is often a bad choice. 3. Describe some key ways that managers shift focus from inward to outward, and explain why that is an important success factor in a management career. 4. Describe some steps you can take today to better understand the role of a manager and prepare for a decision when the time comes to make it. To Register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/choosing-a-technical-or-management-career-in-t…> -- 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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Fwd: [ALAC-Announce] ***UPDATED Registration link *** Important - REGISTER - At-Large Capacity Building Webinar on Geopolitics and Cybersecurity
by Barrack Otieno 28 May '20

28 May '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Wed, 27 May 2020, 10:33 pm Subject: [ALAC-Announce] ***UPDATED Registration link *** Important - REGISTER - At-Large Capacity Building Webinar on Geopolitics and Cybersecurity To: ALAC Announce <alac-announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Dear All, On behalf of Joanna Kulesza and Alfredo Calderon, Co-Chairs of the Capacity Building Working Group, we would like to invite you to join the third webinar of the new *At-Large Capacity Building Program – 2020* <https://community.icann.org/x/1Ic3Ag> on the Topic of “*Geopolitics and Cybersecurity*”. The webinar is scheduled on *Monday 01 June at 21:00 UTC for 90 minutes.* For other times: *https://tinyurl.com/yb55h47f <https://tinyurl.com/yb55h47f>* French and Spanish interpretation will be provided. ****UPDATED LINK*** **Please **REGISTER **[icann.zoom.us] to receive the webinar details* <https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wu8e39aLTZCkgZfq1qqJqw>: https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wu8e39aLTZCkgZfq1qqJqw - NOTE: If you have already registered, you will need to re-register due to technical issues. Thank you! The Guest Speakers are: Léon Sánchez [icann.org] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…>, ICANN Board Vice Chair; Veni Markovski <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_profiles…>, ICANN Vice President for UN engagement and Javier Rúa-Jovet <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icannwiki.org_Javier-5…>, ALAC NARALO representative. Building upon the successful geopolitics and cybersecurity session during ICANN 67 [One World - One Internet? Cybersecurity and Geopolitics in a Multistakeholder Environment [67.schedule.icann.org] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__67.schedule.icann.org_…>], the At-Large Capacity Building Working Group is holding a follow up webinar as a run up to ICANN 68. Its aim is to follow the progress made thus far in enhancing community presence in ongoing cybersecurity and Internet governance discussions as well as get a better understating of upcoming issues and challenges. This interactive webinar will include an update on UN processes potentially impacting ICANN’s mission as well as a review of ICANN Board's progress and further plans in ensuring due representation of the ICANN community in these geopolitical trends. We hope for the webinar to be a platform for developing a better understanding of end user interests as represented in ICANN multistakeholder processes and how those fit in with global multilateral discussion in UN and beyond. Additionally, we will also try to explore whether the recent pandemic has impacted multistakeholder policy development, with particular emphasis on end user interests. During this webinar we would like to address the following questions: - What are the recent developments in international relations and policy making which might have a direct impact on ICANN, its community and its functions (with emphasis on UN OEWG and UN GGE)? Has the pandemic impacted these ongoing processes? What are the nearest prospected outcomes we should be aware of? Have multilateral and multistakeholder processes proven to be contradictory by nature or can they be aligned? - What are the nearest ICANN Board plans to address these developments and interests? How can the ICANN community best support the Board in fulfilling these? - How do we identify a common end user interest among and between these law making efforts? Are end users more than subjects to state jurisdiction - is there a shared common interest to be identified and addressed by the ICANN community? Is the collective interest of end users different from that of state citizens as represented by governments? Does multistakeholderism still offer a critical “post Westphalian” innovation allowing and fostering individual end-user’ engagement internationally, helping counterbalance state-actors’ purely geopolitical interests or are we heading back to multilateralism? The webinar will be an interactive exercise that welcomes questions and discussion from all community members. We will have an interactive quiz during the presentations and an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the presentation. Staff will end the webinar with an Evaluation Survey to allow us to continue to improve these webinars. We hope for this to be a useful point of departure for the upcoming virtual policy forum at ICANN68 (June 22nd - 25th). Thank you. Kind regards, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__atlarge.icann.org_&d=D…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…> atlarge [facebook.com] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…> ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com] <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…> _______________________________________________ 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.

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A4I Meaningful Connectivity standard is out!
by Grace Githaiga 27 May '20

27 May '20

Dear Listers A4I has released its report on *Meaningful Connectivity: Unlocking the full power of internet access.* It sets minimum thresholds across four dimensions of access that matters most to users:* regular internet use, devices, data* and *speed*. Over half of the world is now online, but many people lack the quality of access they need to use the internet’s most powerful features, such as online learning, video streaming and telehealth. It’s time to raise the bar for internet access and aim for meaningful connectivity for everyone. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qydsmTY4hln3pP4dWJbCSRFna8SfDYAtGfacKYw…

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Re-visiting Data Protection Law in Kenya.
by David Indeje 26 May '20

26 May '20

Dear Listers, There is a lot of discussions still going on around data protection, privacy issues as we embrace the new normal as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. We would like to listen to you on your new experiences as you explore new tools for interaction and the concerns that emerge. Kenya’s data protection law, Data Protection Bill 2019, creates a legal framework for the use of personal data processed on or related to individuals and both public and private entities. December, on Take on Tech <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?page_id=41230>, a weekly show that airs on KBC Channel 1, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/#>, John Walubengo, <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/#>and Janet Othero <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/#> shared their views on this topic. You can listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsUiP7JKvWQ

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National Assesment of UNESCO’s Internet Universality Indicators in Kenya
by David Indeje 24 May '20

24 May '20

Dear Listers, We have been collaborating with UNESCO to conduct a national assessment of Kenya using the ROAM-X indicators framework. This is a unique and powerful resource which has been developed through an extensive process of research, consultation and analysis. https://t.co/w5JXFOr6j6 Our initial report (attached) was validated at a national multi-stakeholder meeting in Nairobi in February. The final assessment report will be published by UNESCO as a new edition in the Series. https://t.co/JeM01zWXEI

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Data Protection and Remote Working Webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 21 May '20

21 May '20

Dear All We will be hosting a session on Data protection and Remote Working next week as part of our ongoing series on Data science. Data Protection and GDPR risks are high as more organisations embrace working from home. Is your company ready? Come learn about a) Introduction to data protection b) Practices that need to be incorporated for compliance as employees WFH c) Organization Cultural change that steers compliance The panelists will be Mercy Mutemi and Rosemary Koech who have vast knowledge on data protection. To register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/data-protection-and-remote-working-tickets-106…> We look forward to learning with you on Thursday 28th May, next week, 6-7.30pm. Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Email: Mercy(a)botlab.biz *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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Network Assessment Optimisation Webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 21 May '20

21 May '20

Dear All, We will be hosting a session on Network Assessment optimisation as part of our ongoing series, CybersecurityKe. Network vulnerability and degradation is a challenge to many organizations. In this session, you will learn, a) How to Optimise Enterprise Network Performance b) Objective based network optimization tools c) Network security and optimization. Our Speaker, Hazel Gachoka <https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazel-gachoka-bb83722/?originalSubdomain=ke>, is a network and cyber security guru. She was the 1st CCIE in Kenya, and now the CEO of Techminds Technologies <https://techminds.co.ke>. To register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/network-assessment-optimisation-tickets-106131…> Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Email: Mercy(a)botlab.biz *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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Re: [kictanet] Link to the KICTAnet and Huawei 5G Webinar report and presentations
by Barrack Otieno 19 May '20

19 May '20

Listers, To access the KICTAnet and Huawei 5 G Webinar report and presentations click on this link <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-posts=5g-webinar-report>. Many thanks to everyone who participated in the Webinar. Best Regards -- *Barrack Otieno* *Trustee* *Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTAnet)* *Skype:barrack.otieno* *+254721325277* *https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/ <https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/>* *www.kictanet.or.ke <http://www.kictanet.or.ke>*

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] ISOC Norway signs statement on Contact tracing
by Barrack Otieno 19 May '20

19 May '20

I wonder whether we are implementing similar measures locally now that contact tracing has become the norm. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Salve J Nilsen via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Tue, May 19, 2020 at 4:21 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] ISOC Norway signs statement on Contact tracing To: ISOC Internet Policy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Cc: <sjn(a)isoc.no> Dear all, The Norway Chapter of the Internet Society has signed a joint statement on contact tracing for Norway, specifically related to the “Smittestopp” app published by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health in conjunction with Simula Research. The statement recommends the following principles to be adopted; 1. Divide the app into two separate apps, one for contact tracing SARS-CoV-2 and the other for research 2. The app must not collect, process, or transmit more data than what is necessary to achieve its purpose 3. The governance and technical implementation must be fully transparent 4. Privacy by design; Prioritize privacy-preserving features Details and context are laid out in the article. The initiative is taken by more than 50 industry experts in Norway. ISOC Norway supports the statement in full. The complete statement can be read on Medium.com: https://medium.com/@jointstatementnorway/joint-statement-on-contact-tracing… With best regards, - Salve J. Nilsen, ISOC Norway Chapter chairperson _______________________________________________ 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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Fw: INVITATION TO A WEBINAR TO INTRODUCE THE DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES ON FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND ACCESS TO INFORMATION IN AFRICA
by Grace Githaiga 19 May '20

19 May '20

Listers This might be of interest to some of you. Rgds GG ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: Winfred Gakii <winfred(a)article19.org> Sent: 18 May 2020 2:09 PM To: Winfred Gakii <winfred(a)article19.org> Cc: Hezae <Hezae(a)africa-union.org>; hlengiwe dube <hlengiwe.dube(a)up.ac.za> Subject: INVITATION TO A WEBINAR TO INTRODUCE THE DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES ON FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND ACCESS TO INFORMATION IN AFRICA Dear Partner, The Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa (the Special Rapporteur) in partnership with the Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria and ARTICLE 19 (Eastern Africa and Western Africa), is convening a webinar to introduce the revised Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa. The webinar will serve as a forum for disseminating the revised Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa, 2019 and initiating discussions on the Declaration’s continuing relevance to the exercise of Article 9 rights. The webinar will be in English and French. The Webinar will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, 19 May 2020, at 0900 -1100hrs GMT, 1100hrs-1300hrs SAT, 1200hrs-1400hrs EAT and 1000hrs-1200hrs WAT. Kindly click on the link in the attached invitation flyer to register upon which the link to join the call will be sent to the provided email address. Please find link to announcement: Webinar Introducing the Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa https://www.achpr.org/announcement/detail?id=83 – English version Warm Regards, Winfred Gakii ARTICLE 119 Eastern Africa

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Fwd: [IGF] Newsletter Volume 1 No. 1, May 2020
by Keith Andere 18 May '20

18 May '20

Colleagues, Apologies for cross posting and any possible duplication but this may be of interest for those chasing Internet Governance Best Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: IGF Secretariat <info(a)intgovforum.org> Date: Fri, May 15, 2020 at 5:35 PM Subject: [IGF] Newsletter Volume 1 No. 1, May 2020 To: info(a)intgovforum.org <info(a)intgovforum.org> [image: igf-logo.png] [image: igf2020-logo.png] *IGF 2020 Newsletter: May 2020 * *Welcome to the inaugural IGF 2020 Newsletter! This regular newsletter will summarise key news and activities for busy IGF participants. Let us know if you have any feedback on how to improve this newsletter.* In this newsletter: - Preparations for IGF 2020 - New at the IGF - Intersessional Activities - National, Regional and Youth IGF Initiatives (NRIs) - For Your Action! Preparations for IGF 2020 Plans are going ahead for IGF 2020, 2-6 November 2020. The Host Country, UN DESA and the IGF Secretariat are keeping a close watch on the development of ‎the COVID-19 <https://www.un.org/en/coronavirus> pandemic and its possible impact on the IGF processes. Any changes will be ‎communicated as early as possible to assist IGF participants in their preparations for the meeting. The IGF 2020 program is being guided by four thematic tracks <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-thematic-tracks>: 1. Data 2. Environment 3. Inclusion 4. Trust Calls for workshops, Open Forums, Day 0 pre-events, Dynamic Coalition sessions, NRI sessions and IGF Village Booths have now closed. The list of submissions is now available <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-received-session-…> . The Multistakeholder Advisory Group is currently evaluating workshop proposals according to its established review process <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-workshop-submissi…> . The new MAG Chair has posted an update on the MAG’s activities <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/mag-chair-s-blog>. The Government of Poland has posted an update on their preparations for IGF 2020 <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/preparations-for-igf-2020-…> . *Second Open Consultations and MAG meetings* The meetings are happening ONLINE, June 15-19 <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/2nd-open-consultations-and…>, due to COVID-19 precautions. New at the IGF The IGF website will receive a major upgrade <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/uk-government-funds-major-…>, thanks to a grant from the UK Government. IGF making progress in translating key documents <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-in-your-language> into all 6 UN languages. And you can help! How can the IGF can support global digital cooperation in the context of follow-up on the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation’s recommendations? See the report on consultations held in January <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/index.php?q=filedepot_download/961…> . The MAG has launched an initiative <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/bpf-on-bpfs> to look back and learn from the IGF’s first five years of Best Practice Forums (BPFs). Intersessional Activities *Best Practice Forums (BPFs)* The work of this year’s four BPFs <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/best-practice-forums-bpfs> is beginning to ramp up. Your participation will help produce more robust outputs that can help guide global Internet policy development and implementation in the following areas: - Cybersecurity - Gender and Access - Data and New Technologies in an Internet Context - Local Content *Dynamic Coalitions (DCs)* 16 of the 18 active DCs have submitted proposals for slots at IGF 2020. Learn more <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/dynamic-coalitions> about DC activities and how you can participate. National, Regional and Youth IGF Initiatives (NRIs) Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most NRI meetings <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/nris-annual-meetings-2020> scheduled for the first half of 2020 have been postponed for later in the year, while a few NRIs will now host their 2020 meetings remotely. The NRIs’ collaborative preparatory process for IGF 2020 <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-nris%C2%A0prepara…> is underway. For Your Action! Consider hosting or participating in a remote hub <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-remote-hubs>. Know of people who could make a great contribution to IGF 2020? Let the IGF Secretariat know <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/seeking-high-level-speaker…> ! *Key dates and deadlines* 20 May, 15:00 UTC NRIs Meeting IV <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/j/99651343988> 29 May, 15.00 UTC BPF on Data and New Technologies in an Internet Context - Virtual meeting IV <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/j/99213200939> 15 June Call for bilateral meeting rooms requests opens 15-19 June 2nd Open Consultations and MAG meetings <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/2nd-open-consultations-and…> 20 September Deadline: remote hubs registration <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-remote-hubs> October Training sessions for remote hub organizers See also: Full IGF calendar <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/calendar> *Please feel free to share this newsletter with others. * *Engage with us:* [image: youtube-brands-gray-1cm.png] <https://www.youtube.com/user/igf> [image: flickr-brands-gray-1cm.png] <https://www.flickr.com/photos/185833270@N04/albums> [image: facebook-square-brands-gray-1cm.png] <https://www.facebook.com/IntGovForum> [image: twitter-square-brands-gray-1cm.png] <https://mobile.twitter.com/intgovforum> ________________________________ The Secretariat intends to send out informational emails regarding dates and events on the IGF Calendar. If you prefer not to receive these emails, please click on the following link https://www.intgovforum.org/opt-out.php to unsubscribe your email address from the mailing list. -- 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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Africa’s four MEGA TRENDS that are overcoming COVID19
by Eric M K Osiakwan 14 May '20

14 May '20

http://blogs.harvard.edu/eric/2020/05/13/africas-four-mega-trends-that-are-… Eric here Eric M K Osiakwan +233244386792 www.ericosiakwan.com

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Re: [kictanet] ICT Week 2020 Webinar
by Hezron Gikanga 14 May '20

14 May '20

Thanks GG for the heads-up, not too late. Regards, Hezron From: kictanet <kictanet-bounces+hezron.gikanga=thearcrayon.com(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> on behalf of Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Reply-To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Thursday, 14 May 2020 at 10:07 To: <Hezron.Gikanga(a)thearcrayon.com> Cc: Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> Subject: [kictanet] ICT Week 2020 Webinar Good morning Listers I hope this is not too late. CA is holding the above webinar today at 10.30 am. The theme is: Leveraging ICTs to combat Covid-19 and achieve Sustainable Development Goals. This is the link for registration: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpde-ppzIsHNBX3svsmZ5MeM15RpR_tXxH Rgds GG Get Outlook for iOS _______________________________________________ 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/hezron.gikanga%40thea… The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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ICT Week 2020 Webinar
by Grace Githaiga 14 May '20

14 May '20

Good morning Listers I hope this is not too late. CA is holding the above webinar today at 10.30 am. The theme is: Leveraging ICTs to combat Covid-19 and achieve Sustainable Development Goals. This is the link for registration: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpde-ppzIsHNBX3svsmZ5MeM15RpR_tXxH Rgds GG Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Webinar Invitation - May 14, 2020
by Bob Ochieng 13 May '20

13 May '20

Hello everyone / Bonjour à tous, You can still register to join this webinar. > > <https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/webinar-icanns-open-…> > <https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/webinar-icanns-open-…> > > Thanks / Merci > -- > 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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Fwd: Youth Engagement in the IGF 2020: mailing list
by Keith Andere 12 May '20

12 May '20

Dear Colleagues, Those interested/keen on youth initiatives, here’s a dedicated mailing list. Please subscribe. Apologies for possible duplication. Regards, Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Tue, 12 May 2020 at 22:32 Subject: Youth Engagement in the IGF 2020: mailing list To: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> Cc: igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl <igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl>, igf(a)nask.pl <igf(a)nask.pl> Dear All, Thank you very much for registering and joining the IGF’s webinar on youth engagement in the IGF 2020 processes. The Host Country - Government of Poland, NASK and the IGF Secretariat are most thankful for a very inspiring exchanges that will shape the IGF’s programme for youth. This email is to inform you that all youth-related communication will be communicated through a dedicated mailing list: *igfyouth(a)intgovforum.org* <igfyouth(a)intgovforum.org>. *We kindly invite you to subscribe to this list through this link: * *https://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfyouth_intgovforum.org* <https://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfyouth_intgovforum.org> We will wait 48 hours from now for the subscriptions to be completed before any pertinent information is communicated. Best regards, Anja -- Keith Andere Tech | Peace & Security | Sustainable Development | AfricaWeWant W: wa.me/254722565212 Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail or it's contents.

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Re: [kictanet] Access to Information during COVID-19
by Sigi Waigumo Mwanzia 12 May '20

12 May '20

Hi everyone, Please find a report magnifying the need to protect and promote the public's right to access information during COVID attached above. 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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ICANN Board rejects sale of .org and Public Interest Registry (PIR) to a private entity
by Mwendwa Kivuva 12 May '20

12 May '20

The ICANN Board made the decision to reject the proposed change of control and entity conversion request that Public Interest Registry (PIR) submitted to ICANN. After completing extensive due diligence, the ICANN Board finds that withholding consent of the transfer of PIR from the Internet Society (ISOC) to Ethos Capital is reasonable, and the right thing to do. ICANN's role is to ensure the stable and secure operation of the Internet's unique identifier systems. We are dedicated to making the right decision, knowing that whatever we decide will be well received by some, and not by others. It is our responsibility to weigh all factors from an ICANN Bylaws and policies perspective, including considering the global public interest. We have done this diligently, ensuring as much transparency as possible and welcoming input from stakeholders throughout. https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-board-withholds-consent-for-a-change-…

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DiploFoundation The Future of Meetings online conference - starts in two hours! 🤩
by Mwende Njiraini 12 May '20

12 May '20

DiploFoundation (@DiplomacyEdu) tweeted at 2:01 PM on Tue, May 12, 2020: The Future of Meetings online conference is starting in two hours! 🤩 While those who registered can enjoy the full experience, those who didn’t can still follow the live stream on our event page. Use #FutureDiplomacy to share your opinion! https://t.co/66Kjf5pUDT (https://twitter.com/DiplomacyEdu/status/1260163185165979648?s=03) Get the official Twitter app at https://twitter.com/download?s=13

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FwWebinar- "Access to Justice in the context of COVID Pandemic: Placing Wanjiku at the Center"
by Linda Bonyo 12 May '20

12 May '20

Useful for those in the Access to Justice and Tech innovation ---------- Forwarded message --------- *could be of interest* View this email in your browser ICJ Kenya, through this webinar, desires to turn the focus from the fight to the collateral. To turn the attention to the justice seeker. To* Wanjiku*. Article 48 of the Constitution of Kenya demands it. This webinar will explore the following critical questions: 1. What nuanced access to justice challenges are emerging during this pandemic? 2. What steps has the judiciary taken to ensure access to justice for every Kenyan amid COVID-19? 3. What other justice mechanisms exist, and are they accessible and available to be utilized by Kenyans? 4. What opportunities and challenges has COVID-19 posed for access to justice for vulnerable groups? 5. How is the Judiciary responding to vulnerable justice seekers needs in the context of COVID-19 ICJ Kenya has prepared an exciting and robust panel for this webinar to lead us in reflecting upon these questions; *REGISTER NOW* <http://bit.ly/2xN5Mjs> *For More Information Contact:* *GENERAL INFORMATION:* info(a)icj-kenya.org *PRESS/MEDIA: *communications(a)icj-kenya.org *PHONE INQUIRIES: *+254720491549/+254733491549 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. *Copyright © *|2020 *|ICJ KENYA|*, All rights reserved.* [image: Follow ICJ Kenya on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/kenyansection.icj> Follow ICJ Kenya on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/kenyansection.icj> [image: Follow ICJ Kenya on Twitter] <https://twitter.com/ICJKenya> Follow ICJ Kenya on Twitter <https://twitter.com/ICJKenya> [image: Website] <http://icj-kenya.org> Website <http://icj-kenya.org> [image: YouTube] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjw-PLcrgrWEihvKnbPvF7g?view_as=subscriber> YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjw-PLcrgrWEihvKnbPvF7g?view_as=subscriber> [image: LinkedIn] <http://https:/www.linkedin.com/in/icjkenya/> LinkedIn <http://https:/www.linkedin.com/in/icjkenya/> *Moses Okinyi* Communications Officer *The Kenyan Section of the International Commission of Jurists* ICJ Kenya House, Off Silanga Road, Karen P.O. Box 59743-00200, Nairobi, Kenya Tel: +254-20-2084836/8 | +254 720 491549 Moses Okinyi Communications Officer The Kenyan Section of the International Commission of Jurists ICJ Kenya House, Off Silanga Road, Karen P.O. Box 59743-00200, Nairobi, Kenya Tel: +254-20-2084836/8 | +254 720 491549 _______________________________________________ -- *__________________________________________________________________* *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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Invitation to all stakeholders to respond to the survey on implementing Recommandation 5A/B of the Report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation
by Keith Andere 11 May '20

11 May '20

Dear Listers, This might be of interest to some. Regards, Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Faye Makane <makanefa(a)gmail.com> Date: Mon, 11 May 2020 at 23:50 Subject: Invitation to all stakeholders to respond to the survey on implementing Recommandation 5A/B of the Report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation To: Cc: Secretariat AfIGF <africanigf(a)gmail.com> Dear All, The United Nations Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation (HLPDC) submitted the report ‘’The Age of Digital Interdependence’’. Report’s recommendation 5A/B proposes possible models for the global digital cooperation. Among these models, proposed is also an advanced Internet Governance Forum (IGF Plus). The National and Regional IGFs (NRIs) have developed a survey to consult on the implementation of the recommendation 5A/B of the report. In this context, the African IGF Secretariat is kindly requesting you to complete the survey by 21 May 2020. The link is below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WMQZZTG Best regards, ‐‐------------------- The African IGF Secretariat "Protect yourself." "Protégez-vous bien." -- Keith Andere Tech | Peace & Security | Sustainable Development | AfricaWeWant W: wa.me/254722565212 Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail or it's contents.

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Data Science Thursday: Data Cleanup Practical Webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 11 May '20

11 May '20

Dear All Botlab in partnership with Oracle will be hosting the second webinar to the Data science series on data cleanup on 14th May 2020, 6-7.30pm *Prerequisites:* - Data curiosity and basic python. *Learning Objectives:* How to approach data cleaning irrespective of the dataset. Importance of data cleaning as a foundation of Data Analytics, Data Science and Machine Learning. It’s more than cleaning it’s gaining in-depth understanding. This is a practical session. *Speaker* of the session, is David Kiania <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kiania-1182216/> To register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thou-shall-clean-thy-data-tickets-104930329440…> Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Botlab Physical Address: Ngong hills Hotel along Ngong road, 5th Floor *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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How to Respond to a Cyber Attack webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 11 May '20

11 May '20

Dear All You’ve been hacked, what next? Incident response after a cyber attack is critical to business continuity. In this session you will learn: 1. Why Is an Incident Response Plan Important? 2.What are Key Considerations for Incident Response Planning? 3.The SANS Institute’s 6 Steps of Incident Response Speaker: Terry Macharia <https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-w-macharia-97593463/?originalSubdomain=ke>-Founder and Managing Partner, SECVATE solutions. Msc IT, BBIT, CEH, CISA, CISM. To Register, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-respond-to-a-cyber-attack-tickets-10463…> Looking forward to Learning with you. Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Email: Mercy(a)botlab.biz *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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KRA led discussion on the Tax Amendment Act, 2020
by Anthony Wanjohi 08 May '20

08 May '20

Please register through the link below for KRA led discussion on the above Act, 2020 https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6487877673599803662 Regards Anthony Weru Get Outlook for iOS <https://aka.ms/o0ukef> > _______________________________________________ > 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/wamuma%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. >

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Invitation: KRA led discussion on the Tax Amendment Act, 2020 @ Fri May 8, 2020 6am - 6:30am (EAT) (kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke)
by Eric Kirimi 08 May '20

08 May '20

You have been invited to the following event. Title: [kictanet] KRA led discussion on the Tax Amendment Act, 2020 When: Fri May 8, 2020 6am – 6:30am East Africa Time - Nairobi Joining info: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92120351235?pwd=QmppTzE2OTlZc2dITTFaZDA5QUtZdz09 (ID: 92120351235, password: 4V0K6WFyBe) Joining instructions: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://applications.zoom.us/addon/invitation/… Joining notes: Password: 4V0K6WFyBe Calendar: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Who: * Eric Kirimi - organizer * kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke * wamuma(a)gmail.com Event details: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=VIEW&eid=dXNoZjhlNGIzbWt1c2hmO… Invitation from Google Calendar: https://www.google.com/calendar/ You are receiving this courtesy email at the account kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke because you are an attendee of this event. To stop receiving future updates for this event, decline this event. Alternatively you can sign up for a Google account at https://www.google.com/calendar/ and control your notification settings for your entire calendar. Forwarding this invitation could allow any recipient to send a response to the organizer and be added to the guest list, or invite others regardless of their own invitation status, or to modify your RSVP. Learn more at https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37135#forwarding

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We have appealed the high court decision on our cyber crimes case
by Jane Muthoni 08 May '20

08 May '20

Hello, BAKE has finally filed our appeal in the Court of Appeal to challenge the judgement made by the High Court in our case against the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2018. We had filed a notice of appeal on 21st February 2020 but we were not able to file our case due to the COVID-19 crisis. We have however been able to file our case remotely after the Judiciary instituted new filing rules in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Our case challenging the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2018 was dismissed by High Court Judge Mr. Justice James A. Makau on 20th February 2020. Justice Makau found that the 26 sections of the Cybercrimes Law that we had contested were constitutional, and therefore dismissed the whole case entirely. https://www.blog.bake.co.ke/2020/05/07/we-have-appealed-the-high-court-deci…

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Recent Updates to Zoom
by Barrack Otieno 07 May '20

07 May '20

Listers, I invite you to watch the following video to better understand the updates done on ZOOM considering the fact that most of us are using it for meetings as well as learning. The video explains in simple language the major changes. https://youtu.be/JRMxIyIgRio Regards -- *Barrack Otieno* *Trustee* *Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTAnet)* *Skype:barrack.otieno* *+254721325277* *https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/ <https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/>* *www.kictanet.or.ke <http://www.kictanet.or.ke>*

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Fwd: [NRIs List] Invitation from IGF 2020 Host Country to NRIs to join webinar on youth engagement | Monday, 11 May at 14 PM UTC|
by Barrack Otieno 07 May '20

07 May '20

Listers, This might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Thu, May 7, 2020 at 10:15 AM Subject: [NRIs List] Invitation from IGF 2020 Host Country to NRIs to join webinar on youth engagement | Monday, 11 May at 14 PM UTC| To: igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear Colleagues, The IGF 2020 Host Country, supported by the IGF Secretariat, will host a webinar dedicated to youth engagement in the IGF 2020 processes. The Government of Poland cordially invites all NRIs to join this live interaction with the Government of Poland. The webinar will be hosted on 11 May at 14:00 PM UTC (*see **time **in your time zone* <https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=YOUTH+ENGAGEMENT+…> ]. Please do register through *this link* <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJIrc-irrjkobexmototG6tTpk6qmb…>to participate. After you register, you will receive an email with an access link. We would appreciate if you could share the below invitation with your respective networks. Best regards, Anja *Subject:* SAVE THE DATE: Webinar on Youth Engagement in IGF 2020 | 11 May 2020 @ 14 PM UTC *SECOND IGF 2020 OUTREACH WEBINAR* *YOUTH ENGAGEMENT IN IGF 2020 PROCESSES* *Monday, 11 May 2020 * *14:00 UTC **[**see in your time zone* <https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=YOUTH+ENGAGEMENT+…> *]* *Register **HERE* <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJIrc-irrjkobexmototG6tTpk6qmb…>* to Participate* The *15**th **annual meeting of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF)* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/> will be hosted by the Government of Poland in Katowice from 2 to 6 November 2020. The meeting’s programme, developed around the overarching theme the ‘Internet United’, focuses on four thematic tracks: *(1) Data; (2) Environment; (3) Inclusion; (4) Trust* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-themes>. This year’s IGF processes will specifically focus on developing dedicated activities for youth. The webinar will be the first step toward learning more about the challenges and needs the youth has regarding the Internet governance. We will gather to exchange ideas and inspire each other to become better. Young people and those interested in youth engagement and capacity development are invited to join this open webinar. Together we will make the IGF 2020 a success! *Interact Live With * *IGF 2020 Host Country – Government of Poland IGF Secretariat* *Organisations dealing with youth-related matters and young people from around the world* We look forward to speaking to you soon. IGF Secretariat and IGF 2020 Host Country *www.intgovforum.org* <http://www.intgovforum.org/> | *www.igf2020.pl* <http://www.igf2020.pl> *igf(a)un.org* <igf(a)un.org> | *igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl* <igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl> **This *webinar* will be recorded. It is expected that its total duration will be between 90 and 120 minutes.* _______________________________________________ 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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Maina Kiai appointed member to the Oversight Board for Facebook and Instagram Content.
by David Indeje 07 May '20

07 May '20

Maina Kiai, a human rights activist and Director of Human Rights Watch’s Global Alliances and Partnerships program from Kenya was appointed as a Board Member to the newly created Oversight Board for Facebook and Instagram Content. The Oversight Board will review certain content decisions by Facebook and Instagram and make binding decisions based on respect for freedom of expression and human rights. https://www.oversightboard.com/news/announcing-the-first-members-of-the-ove…

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] You are invited to a regional ICANN webinar on the Open Data Program
by Barrack Otieno 06 May '20

06 May '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Tue, May 5, 2020 at 2:45 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] You are invited to a regional ICANN webinar on the Open Data Program To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone <https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/webinar-icanns-open-…> -- *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 -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Today at 2pm: Intellectual Property Bill 2020 Public Discussion
by Linda Bonyo 06 May '20

06 May '20

The Lawyers Hub convenes 2pm today to discuss the Intellectual Property Bill 2020 with a Diverse Panel of industry leaders. Get to know the contents of the bill and your voice heard 👂 Registration to the event is here >> https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pGHeXAZXQ_29T8BSBXOZ4g -- *__________________________________________________________________* *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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Finance Bill 2020
by Grace Githaiga 05 May '20

05 May '20

Dear Listers Pls find attached the Finance Bill 2020. We are considering having a moderated discussion in particular on the issue of digital taxaxion, with a view of making a submission. Rgds GG Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Fwd: Invitation to all NRIs communities to join the NRIs process on responding to the consultations on the Report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation and proposed advanced model of the IGF.
by Keith Andere 05 May '20

05 May '20

Dear Listers, Good morning. This might be of interest to some. Apologies for cross posting and possible duplication. Regards, Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Faye Makane <makanefa(a)gmail.com> Date: Mon, 4 May 2020 at 19:00 Subject: Invitation to all NRIs communities to join the NRIs process on responding to the consultations on the Report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation and proposed advanced model of the IGF. To: Cc: Secretariat AfIGF <africanigf(a)gmail.com> Dear All, The United Nations Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation (HLPDC) submitted the report ‘’The Age of Digital Interdependence’’. Report’s recommendation 5 A/B proposes possible models for the global digital cooperation. Among these models, proposed is also an advanced Internet Governance Forum (IGF Plus). The office of the Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General, the Governments of Germany and the United Arab Emirates were named as “Champions” to facilitate the follow-up process on the recommendation 5. Several NRIs find as important that the NRIs also respond to these consultations. Tomorrow, 5 May at 14 pm UTC during the live webinar, these NRIs will explain the importance of the NRIs response to these consultations and introduce the process for developing the consolidated NRIs response. A former co-director of the HLPDC Secretariat and ex-officio Panel member, Dr Jovan Kurbalija, will be the special guest, reminding on basics of the HLPDC’s Recommendation 5 A/B. You are cordially invited and encouraged to join this webinar. NRIs WEBINAR on HLPDC Report Consultations (focus on IGF Plus) 5 May 2020 at 14:00 p.m. UTC Register to access Zoom-hosted webinar in advance: https://intgovforum.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUude-qqTgoHtCzl6e0jSNivY1czl… After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Best regards, ‐‐------------------- Makane Faye African IGF Secretariat "Protect yourself." "Protégez-vous bien." -- Keith Andere Tech | Peace & Security | Sustainable Development | AfricaWeWant W: wa.me/254722565212 Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail or it's contents.

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Fwd: [AFRI-Discuss] AFRALO Newsletter
by Barrack Otieno 05 May '20

05 May '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: ICANN At-Large <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Mon, May 4, 2020 at 10:09 PM Subject: [AFRI-Discuss] AFRALO Newsletter To: <afri-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> April 2020 AFRALO NEWSLETTER Volume 2 | April 2020 The latest news from the African At-Large Regional Organization (AFRALO) Visit our Website <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> >From the Chair's Desk Seun Ojedeji, AFRALO Chair Welcome to 2020 On behalf of the AFRALO Leadership (Aziz, Sarah and myself), I wish the members of the AFRALO, At-Large, and the entire ICANN community a happy 2020. Its an honour to welcome you to the second edition of our newsletter as Chair of AFRALO and I would like to once again thank the AFRALO community for giving me the opportunity to serve in this capacity. Many thanks also goes to the past leadership of AFRALO, most especially the immediate past Chair, Mohamed Elbashir and Vice Chair, Fatimata Seye Sylla. During the coronavirus outbreak, many in our region and around the world are facing this challenge with resilience and bravery. I would like to express our appreciation to all the AFRALO membership for keeping engaged and enthusiastic. I like to commend all AFRALO members who actively participated (remotely and physically) during the ATLAS III in Montreal (November 2019). The Third At-Large Summit (ATLAS III) event has become a great resource for At-Large to further improve our participation in ICANN processes. ATLAS III was quite unique in its own way through the various capacity building and engagement sessions. Many thanks to everyone involved in the planning of the event which was a success and as part of the post ATLAS III discussions our RALO committed to 3 things which i will like to remind us all about: - Improve our engagement and participating in Working Groups - Provide feedback to our RALO about our participation and engagement - Reviewing our rules with the intention of finding ways to improve participation We have witnessed some of our members taking up responsibilities and we hope that more of this will continue to happen. In order to improve our participation, we have submitted a number of additional budget requests for FY21 one of which will introduce French translation of discussions on our mailing list. We have reactivated our Rules of Procedure (RoP) working group which will be reviewing the Individual Membership section of our rules to determine and propose any required changes. Let’s not forget the history behind this; the individual membership rules were approved by AFRALO members over 2 years ago and as per the rules, we are required to review them after 2 years. This is therefore an activity that is long overdue which rightly falls within our focus areas for the year. I commend members who have provided updates on their activities to us in this newsletter edition and I would like to once again encourage us all to keep us informed about your participation within the ICANN community, send us a mail on the Afridiscuss list (afri-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org) and let us know what current ICANN process you are contributing towards and how we may support you. Our monthly meetings will continue all through the year and I encourage us all to join the meeting to make our opinion and voice heard. Our meetings are open to everyone so feel free to join and contribute to the discussions. Finally, ICANN67 was held virtually and I hope you all joined remotely. As usual, we held a Joint AFRALO/AfrICANN meeting, discussion on the topic around Domain Name System (DNS) abuse; the session was the first session during the historic ICANN67 Virtual Community Forum, and provided us the opportunity to read from our Global Stakeholders Engagement (GSE) team, ALAC leadership and ICANN Board members. See more information below about AFRALO and ALAC/At-Large activity during ICANN67. Here is to a hopeful 2020! See At-Large 2020 Priorities <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Editorial Team Editor-in-Chief: Seun OJEDEJI Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Aziz HILALI Managing Editor | Secretariat: Sarah KIDEN Editor (English): Remmy NWEKE Co-Editor (French): Olévié KOUAMI CONTRIBUTORS ENGLISH Adetokunbo Abiola Aisha Hamid Bram Fudzulani Bukola Oronti Dave Kissoondoyal Hadia El Miniawi Haroun Mahamat FRENCH Adam Ahmat Brahim Mustapha Cedric Kinanga Christine Anaky Gabdibé Gab-Hingonne Ines Hfaiedh Minata Zong-Naba Full list of team members <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> SUPPORT ICANN At-Large Staff staff(a)atlarge.icann.org About AFRALO African Regional At-Large Organization: Engaging Africa for Development AFRALO is the home of the individual Internet user community for the African region. It provides news, key resources and interactive information sharing tools for individuals and end-user groups in the African region who are interested in ICANN and in shaping the future of the Internet. AFRALO aims to: - Strengthen users’ participation in ICANN decision-making structures - Help ensure that its members will actively encourage more direct participation by end users - Build Internet policy making capacity in the region - Reach out to Internet users on the issues in the scope of ICANN - Represent users’ interests and defining public interest aspects of Internet governance with specific focus on the areas of privacy, transparency, and accountability - Strengthen consumer protection in ICANN policies - Identify social impacts of technical infrastructure design - Take cultural diversity into account when formulating technical standards (e.g. IDN implementation) AFRALO currently consist of 62 ALSes <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> located in 32 countries and territories, as well as 14 Individual members <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> and 3 Observers. To learn more about the ongoing work of AFRALO, you are welcome to check out the AFRALO workspace <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . AFRALO Secretariat Update: Joint AFRALO-AfrICANN Statement for ICANN67 The AFRALO community once again organised the Joint AFRALO-AfriCANN Statement for ICANN67. The session was virtual because ICANN had made the decision to hold the first ever virtual session due to the coronavirus outbreak. The session was attended by at least 117 participants. The statement focused on DNS Abuse and the following recommendations were made: We recommend the following key steps to assist in the mitigation of DNS abuse: 1. We call upon the ICANN Org to set aside adequate resources as the Steward of the Global Domain Name System, geared towards creating more awareness on DNS Abuse in its global multistakeholder community and how the same can be mitigated. 2. Fighting the DNS Abuse shouldn’t turn in a content regulation which is out of the ICANN remit. In fact, what is considered as content abuse in a country may be a freedom of expression in another. AFRALO would not accept any effort to fight DNS Abuse that becomes a content regulation. In view of this, we call upon the ICANN organization to facilitate more discussions on DNS Abuse at Regional Level through the coordination of Policy, GSE and ICANN Learn teams with African community leadership to ensure effective deliberation. 3. We call upon the ICANN Org through the office of the Chief Technical Officer to embrace reporting on DNS abuse in clear and simple language geared towards end users who are major consumers of DNS Products and services. Please see the full statement here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . ICANN67 Virtual Community Forum Update This March, ICANN held the ICANN67 Community Forum via remote participation <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> due to the coronavirus outbreak. The first ICANN Virtual Community Forum <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> had 65 sessions and was attended by 1,752 unique participants from 130 countries. There were 9 At-Large sessions, including several engaging At-Large policy sessions. See all At-Large sessions and recordings on the At-Large ICANN67 workspace <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . The Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) Communique for this meeting is available here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…>. A post meeting survey <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> was also conducted to collect the feedback of the meeting. The Post-ICANN67 Policy Report is now available! Click here to access the report >> https://go.icann.org/post67 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Congratulations to Sarah Kiden, AFRALO Secretariat, for winning first place for the At-Large Social Media Working Group (SMWG) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> ICANN67 Twitter Competition! ALAC Update The ALAC held their Monthly Calls over the past quarter. During the most recent ALAC Monthly call, on 28 April <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…>, there was an identification of At-Large Priority Activities <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…>, which the ALAC Chair, Maureen Hilyard, noted were crucial to identify during the coronavirus outbreak. In addition, the ALAC discussed the At-Large Review Implementation <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> and next steps, take aways from the feedback provided on ICANN67, and planning for ICANN68. See the At-Large workspace for ICANN68 here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . ALAC / At-Large Policy Comments & Advice All of AFRALO and the At-Large community are invited to contribute to ICANN public comment proceedings. For more information, please visit the At-Large Policy Advice Development Page <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> or contact At-Large staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org>. The At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) is currently developing (3) responses to public comment proceedings, and AFRALO is developing (1) statement: Comment Phase 1 Initial Report of the Review of All Rights Protection Mechanisms in All gTLDs Policy Development Process <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> 04 May 2020 Comment Addendum to the Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> 05 May 2020 Comment ICANN Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2021-2025 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> 27 May 2020 AFRALO Statement AFRALO commends the team that worked on the development of the AFRALO-APRALO statement on ICANN MEAC Strategy, and is also drafting a response to the public comment on the ICANN Africa Strategy. Drafting Draft PTI FY21-24 Strategic Plan <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> 01 June 2020 In addition, there are an ongoing workspaces regarding CPWG SubPro Comment <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> and PDP 3.0 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . Have your say! To contribute to ALAC public comment, please comment on the wiki space or volunteer as penholder, and join the weekly At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> meetings. The ALAC submitted (17) policy comments since the last AFRALO Newsletter: Revised Community Travel Support Guidelines <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted that At-Large is unique within the ICANN community in that virtually all volunteers in At-Large activities, including those involving travel, do so as true volunteers. Without ICANN travel support, the number of active At-Large participants at ICANN meetings would be few in number. The ALAC specifically commented on wire transfer and foreign exchange fees/losses, visa reimbursement, travel insurance, ICANN arranged travel, room guarantees, forced overnight delays, early check-in and late check-out, as they pertain to the successful participation of the community during ICANN meetings. Middle East and Adjoining Countries (MEAC) Strategy 2021-2025 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The AFRALO and APRALO joint statement was the first joint RALO statement within the At-Large Community, in response to the ICANN MEAC Strategy 2021-2025. The countries that fall under the MEAC Strategy within AFRALO and APRALO provided feedback on strategy topics as security, ICANN's governance, unique identifier systems, and geopolitics. Note: Ratified by the AFRALO & APRALO Leadership Teams and the ALAC. Draft Proposal for NextGen@ICANN Program Improvements <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC suggested several significant recommendations to the NextGen@ICANN Program, to the benefit of the community by opening the program and ensuring a welcoming environment to all NextGenners, including first time participants. The ALAC's recommendations would ensure that participants are selected with a stronger focus on their work and can then attend more than one meeting to engage with the community and find their "policy home". As a part of its recommendations, the ALAC stated that At-Large would welcome a more active participation of NextGenners in its community. Name Collisions Analysis Project (NCAP) Study 1 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC acknowledged the report as a useful primer on the subject of Name Collisions. The ALAC noted that they look forward to further deliberation by the relevant groups and their onward action with respect to the third goal of Study 1, which is to determine if the NCAP Project will proceed onto a Study 2. Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team - PHASE 2 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> For all recommendations not listed in the ALAC statement, the ALAC noted that they they "Support as written". The ALAC "supported wording with change" for several other recommendations - 1, 6, 7, 9, 15, 19 - and made a general comment that differentiation between natural and legal persons would offload the system from unnecessary queries that are permissible under GDPR. Second Security, Stability, and Resiliency (SSR2) Review Team Draft Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted that ensuring the security, stability and resiliency of the DNS is arguably ICANN's single most important role. The ALAC has a particular interest in the recommendations related to DNS Abuse, and notes that several of the recommendations overlap with and complement those issued by the RDS WHOIS2-RT and the CCT RT. DNS Security, stability and resiliency is not something that we can afford to ignore. The ALAC has a particular focus on and interest in DNS Abuse. To address this may require contractual changes to facilitate Contractual Compliance action. Such changes require either negotiations with the contracted parties or a PDP, and the ALAC recommends against a PDP and instead encourages ICANN to come to an agreement with contracted parties. Known vulnerabilities need to be corrected with the utmost haste. ALAC Feedback to PIR Public Comment Proceeding <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Note: Not an ICANN Public Comment. The Public Interest Registry (PIR) held a Public Comment proceeding on the issue of the ISOC/PIR. (8) responses were submitted on behalf the ALAC to the PIR Public Comment proceeding. The ALAC made several suggestions to PIR regarding the issue of ISOC/PIR. The ALAC noted that PICs are the best mechanism with which to enshrine the essential characteristics of a .ORG registry, yet there are significant issues with PIC enforcement that need to be addressed for PICs to be considered a trustworthy assurance. They noted that from the standpoint of an "individual end user," a 10 annual price cap would add a lot of predictability. The ALAC also noted that the stewardship council for .ORG is a good start, but its mandate should be wider than just free speech and privacy, and suggested a few board seats reserved for 501c(3) organizations, chosen by the community, would be more powerful. Reserving certain seats to be selected by NPOC and perhaps the ALAC (to represent the individual registrants) would help a great deal. The ALAC's objective is to enshrine PIR's best practices in its contract with ICANN such that they survive any further transitions of ownership. Draft FY21-25 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY21 Operating Plan & Budget <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC congratulated the ICANN Finance and Planning team, as the draft plans and budget have shown great improvement over the past few years. Not only in how the information is provided, but in the way the plans and budget are structured. The ALAC made several suggestions with regards to the Operating & Financial Plan and Budget, emphasizing that there is not an exact correlation between the number of domains and the income of ICANN. This is important because ICANN relies upon the number of contracted registries and registrars and the number of domains a gTLD has. The ALAC drafted a separate response to Appendix C, relating to the Evolution of the Multistakeholder Model, following their statement. The At-Large community registered its surprise and disappointment at seeing this important subject, which has been such a major topic of discussion, now relegated to an appendix in this Public Comment - in which it is unlikely to get the time and attention it deserves from the ICANN community. Proposed Final Report of the New gTLD Auction Proceeds Cross Community Working Group <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> While several Members of the ALAC Auction Proceeds team originally preferred Mechanism B - where ICANN worked with a non-profit organization already adept in the evaluation, selection and the allocation and distribution of grant funds - ALAC consensus was arrive at for Mechanism A. (Mechanism A allows outsourcing if viewed as advantageous, and in fact ICANN often outsources parts of its responsibilities which are not core to overseeing its Bylaw-mandated responsibilities. Thus Mechanism A could end up being comparable to Mechanism B, but provided more management flexibility in deciding how the varying aspects of the project would be carried out). The ALAC notes that presumption of the independent panel, with no connection to or control by either ICANN Org or the ICANN Board (preferably contracted to a suitable non-profit or a set of experts in the field of grant selection and allocation) is a critical part of this decision and the ALAC would strongly object and withdraw its support if that condition changes. "At-Large Valentine" submitted to the ICANN Board regarding Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> An “At-Large Valentine”, regarding the Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement, written in good faith and good humor, was submitted to the ICANN Board on 13 February 2020. Jonathan Zuck, ALAC Vice Chair for Policy and CPWG Co-Chair, drafted the letter on behalf of At-Large. ALAC Members and At-Large community members reviewed and approved the letter during the CPWG meeting on Wednesday, 12 February 2020. The ALAC welcomed the LOI between Verisign and ICANN as a commitment to expand efforts to identify and promulgate best practices by contracted parties to mitigate DNS Abuse. While there are many whose efforts exceed those of others, the At-Large Community believes that even more can be done both in terms of best practices and in terms of bringing along those whose practices are not the best. Proposed Dates for ICANN Public Meetings 2024-2028 and Revised Dates in 2022 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted that ICANN has been striving to be more inclusive in an effort to engage more volunteers with diverse backgrounds. ICANN acknowledges the difficulty in getting new people to join and engage within ICANN and to increase the diversity of participants. The Multistakeholder Model Work Plan takes note of the importance to ICANN to develop pathways to enable effective participation. One of the more practical ways for ICANN to facilitate participation is for ICANN Org, to be more aware of and to avoid clashing with important holidays and religious days observed by volunteers who work countless hours to improve ICANN’s multistakeholder advisory work. By avoiding these dates as much as possible it is showing all volunteers that ICANN Org understands their concerns and does its best to avoid conflicts. The ALAC made several other suggestions regarding ICANN meeting dates in 2022 and from 2024-2028. Third Accountability and Transparency Review Team (ATRT3) Draft Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted the ATRT review has produced a considerable amount of work in little time and this is laudable. Nevertheless, from an end-user perspective, ATRT should consider deliberating the following questions: (1) How can ICANN better address conflicts of interest? The ICANN community is relatively small, with relatively few actors involved in the process. Conflicts of interest, perceived or real, can impact negatively on ICANN’s standing; (2) How can transparency be increased? (3) How can ICANN ensure that in cases where issues persist, processes are initiated to correct trajectory? (For example, if multiple reviews identify the same issue or if they find implementation to be lacking, how can this be fast-tracked transparently and effectively?) (4) Might it be necessary to “silo off” or ring-fence certain functions, including reviews, compliance, and other types of community oversight? (5) How can ICANN improve their responsiveness to community and review team questions and affairs, and what policies should be created to ensure these are dealt with? The ALAC also suggested taking several noted options into consideration, emphasizing from an end user perspective, more, not less, accountability and transparency is required from the ICANN community and org. Overall, the ALAC supports the suggested changes to the ICANN Public Comment, public input as well as the accountability indicators. We believe those changes would make the Public Comments more effective and show better transparency. We strongly believe that a wide, open and inclusive process should be maintained in policy development process especially with input representing the multistakeholder environment. Policy development must be transparent, efficient and should not be biased or skewed towards a group. ALAC Advice to the ICANN Board on ISOC/PIR Issue <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted the proposed sale of PIR to Ethos Capital has, understandably, created quite a stir, prompting commentary from many perspectives within the ICANN community, and applauds the efforts by the ICANN Board to clarify and make transparent, as much as possible, the process regarding the deal and to take the time to encourage the best possible result. The ALAC Advice to the ICANN Board suggested (8) recommendations: (1) The Registry for .ORG must be organized as either a charitable non-profit [501c(3) in the US] or a “Benefit Corporation” (B Corporation); (2) One-third of the Registry Corporate Board must be representatives of charitable nonprofits; (3) One Board member selected by the ALAC; (4) The Registry for .ORG must enshrine in its bylaws that the principal focus of the domain is nonprofits and individuals and not commercial interests; (5) The Registry must enshrine in its bylaws a commitment to free speech and a resistance to takedown demands with a political basis; (6) The Registry must provide 6 months prior written notice to its registrants of any increase in wholesale price of their domain names registration renewal fees and the option of a 20-year renewal thereof at the pre-increase price; (7) The Registry Agreement must enshrine PIR prohibited practices such a bulk sales to commercial registrars; and (8) The Registry Agreement must establish a “DNS Abuse Ceiling”. ALAC Advice to the ICANN Board on DNS Abuse <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Background Prior to ICANN66, At-Large and other community groups within ICANN identified the issue, released several reports on the topic of DNS Abuse. In advance of ICANN66, At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) led by Co-Chairs Jonathan Zuck and Olivier Crépin-Leblond discussed recent DNS Abuse research and how DNS Abuse impacts the Internet end user community, including the erosion of trust and security. During ICANN66, At-Large organized a policy session on “DNS Abuse – End User Concerns”, with a panel presentation. Jonathan Zuck and Joanna Kulesza, ALAC Member, moderated the session and summarized how At-Large can enhance Internet end user protection against DNS Abuse. The ALAC drafted ALAC Advice on the topic during ICANN66, and finalized the draft in subsequent CPWG meetings. The ALAC Advice on DNS Abuse was submitted to the ICANN Board on 24 December 2019. ALAC Advice The ALAC made a series of (8) recommendations to the ICANN Board. The ALAC emphasized that community dialogue cannot delay or defer ICANN’s commitments or operations related to DNS Abuse. Their recommendations speak to the insufficiency of the status quo, and stressed their recommendations that no new round will be approved without substantial changes in the area of DNS Abuse. Please read the full advice here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . Implementation Plan for the GNSO Consensus Policy Relating to the Protection of Certain Red Cross Names <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> As a worldwide internationally recognized humanitarian aid organization, and one that has been regularly the target of those seeking to fraudulently extract donations, the ALAC believes that the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (incorporating National Red Cross or Red Crescent Societies, and the International Committee of the Red Cross) should be given the benefit of protection to its various identifiers, designations and/or acronyms as intended by the policy changes proposed for implementation in the said updated consensus policy. This includes the proposed action to recognize changes to the official names of the Red Cross Society entities, including component names, in Eswatini and Macedonia, respectively, an action we view as necessary. Registration Directory Service (RDS-WHOIS2) Review Team Final Report <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC finds the report to include very useful information that should be used to guide the development of relevant policies, and appreciates the team's effort and supports the provided recommendations. The ALAC highlights the importance of the recommendations related to the accuracy of data, and it strongly advises its acceptance by the ICANN Board. In light of the GDPR, the ALAC noted the importance of several other recommendations in the WHOIS Report encouraging a more proactive position of contractual compliance, especially in regards to DNS Abuse, as well as the team's findings with regard to law enforcement needs. DRAFT PTI and IANA FY21 Operating Plan and Budgets <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> The ALAC noted that the proposed PTI and IANA FY21 Operating Plan and Budgets are aligned with the ICANN Strategic Plan, and are also very similar to previous years' budgets. An adjustment in the PTI budget is noticeable, including adjustments in salaries, services and other administrative cross-charges from ICANN to PTI or IANA. However, the ALAC pointed out that a change is in process in the Governance of the Root Server System, these changes are not reflected in the proposed PTI and IANA FY21 Operating Plan and Budgets. The ALAC asked several exploratory questions in their response. See: At-Large Website Policy Comments & Advice <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> See: Executive Summaries: ALAC Policy Comments & Advice <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> See: Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> ALAC/At-Large Policy Issues The Third At-Large Summit (ATLAS III) Summary Reports “Speaking of ICANN66 in Montreal, I would say it was a great meeting, networking and capacity building experience. The training provided at ATLAS III was successful. Focused on change and opinion leadership; conflict management, etc., the course content was very rich and fitted very well with our positions at our ALS level. This will allow us to best deal with the different challenges as an ambassador at the level of our communities. This is the place for me to warmly thank the organizers for the success of the event." Bakary Kouyate (Translated from French) “ATLAS III - Simply a summit for everyone, leaders, aspiring leaders and followers. As change agents and thought leaders beyond At-Large and ICANN, learned how to better understand people, personalities, cultural backgrounds and responsibilities. Also, ways to harness all these differences to achieve common goal with minimal friction and handling conflicts better.” Bukola Oronti “ICANN66 in Montreal, Canada was my first ever ICANN meeting and I will say it was a nice experience. The way everything was well planned was great. The ATLAS III training was also excellent, especially the resource person Mr. Kolb. He is an excellent trainer. It was also a nice moment for me to meet my virtual friends in person. The preparatory courses we did gave me a good fit into the various discussions. In all, I will say it was a life changing experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be selected for funding for this meeting.” Raymond Mamattah See the Post-ATLAS III Activities page <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . AFRALO members and AFRALO ATLAS III participants, November 2019 SMWG Chair John Laprise awarding ATLAS III participant Bukola Oronti the ICANN66 SMWG Twitter Competition prize, November 2019 AFRALO Updates AFRALO Selection Timetable for 2020*: - 27 April 2020 - Announcement of call for nominations and Nominee's Statement.* (Except for NARALO that requires a 30 day call for nomination.) - 27 April – 8 May 2020 - Nomination period (nominations accepted for 10 working days). - 15 May 2020 - Deadline for nomination acceptances - 18 May - 22 May 2020 - Calls with the candidates if desired by the RALOs. - 22 May - 29 May 2020 - Elections (If required, elections will begin no later than one week after the deadline for nomination acceptances and end no later than two weeks after that deadline). - 2020 AGM [ ICANN69 ] - Newly elected ALAC Members and RALOs Leaders shall be seated at the end of the 2020 AGM following the close of the Board Meeting on 22 October 2020. 2020-02-19 AFRALO ROP Working Group Call <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2020 Time: 18:00 - 19:00 UTC Individual membership rules: Individual Membership - AFRALO ROP Review <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . The official name of the working group (WG) is: AFRALO WG on the review of the Operating Principles 2020 - Membership Section <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…>. There were 3 calls 23 April 2020, 09 April 2020, 24 March 2020. 2020-04-01 AFRALO Monthly Teleconference <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> Date: Wednesday, 01 April 2020 Time: 18:30 - 20:00 UTC Note from GSE Africa Pierre Dandjinou, VP, Stakeholder Engagement - Africa Africa Strategy Group (ASWG) and Volunteers for the ASWG-2020 In your last edition of the newsletter, we indicated that we would shortly kick off another review process of the ICANN Africa Strategy that had been necessitated by the adoption of the new ICANN org FY21-25 Strategic Plan back in June 2019. My team is happy to inform you that a call for volunteers <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> to join the new Africa Strategy Working Group – ASWG-2020 was consequently published on Jan 7th 2020 at the expiry of which we received an overwhelming amount of very qualified applications, of diverse backgrounds and experience who submitted their Expressions of Interest ready to join and help draft a new ICANN Africa strategic plan that is aligned to the global plan. We have now settled on a select team of twenty-five (25) community members, representing the diversity of our region, men and women who are now tasked with developing the first draft of our Africa Strategy. I want to thank Mr. Abdulkarim Oloyde, Mr. Muriuki Mureithi and Mr. Robert Nkambwe who have since been appointed by their colleagues in the Working Group and accepted to serve as Chair, Vice Chair and Rapporteur Respectively. They would be in charge of the overall coordination of the team’s activities for the duration of the drafting process. The main objective of this Working Group will be to propose a draft alignment for regional engagement strategy in Africa to the globaI CANN org Strategic Plan FY21-FY25. The team have agreed to spare every effort to ensure the below tight timelines are achieved: a) Draft Africa strategy document completed by end of February 2020 b) The strategy posted for public community Input by end of March 2020 c) The draft document presented during ICANN67 for further face to face comments d) New Africa Strategic plan adopted by 30 June 2020 In closing, I want to reiterate our deep appreciation to you, our community and especially AFRALO members who are very ably represented in the ASWG-2020. It is our hope that you would respond positively once more and give comments to the published draft once ready. Thank you. AF NomCom Update by Hadia Elminiawi, ALAC AFRALO NomCom Representative The ICANN Nominating Committee (NomCom) is looking to fill seven (7) positions for key leadership positions within ICANN and Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), an affiliate of ICANN organization. The deadline for applications was 18 February. The NomCom is now reviewing the applications received. African Regional Organizations AF* Update ISOC Ghana: Roundtable on Universal Acceptance and IDNS Tuesday, March 12, 2019: ISOC Ghana Chapter organized Time : 17:30 – 20:00 GMT Venue: Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT Resource Person: Yoavi Atohoun - Brief overview on ICANN and the Domain Name system and the New Generic Top Level Domain Names - Inform the participants on the importance of domain names in Information and communication activities - Help the participants to make their systems Universal acceptance ready. Encryption and IOT Day Celebration of Excellence and Securing IOT Day Venue: University of Ghana – Legon. Time: 09:00am Date: 20th December, 2019. The Ghana Chapter held a general meeting for members and pioneers of the Ghana. The general was held alongside Securing IOT day and honoring the father of the internet in Africa and chairperson of ISOC Ghana Chapter. ISOC Benin Holds MemberForce 2020 The Internet Society (ISOC) Benin Chapter resumed the year with hosting of two sessions for its member’s capacity building programme called MemberForce. The first session of MemberForce 2020 took place on Saturday January 25 and was dedicated to sharing knowledge and experience about how to engage on Internet governance. Moderated by Raihanath GBADAMASSI (former ICANN fellow) and Rachad SANOUSSI (fellow Youth IGF Summit 2019). They shared with the participants their unique experience in the respective programmes they went through. They also gave a lot of tips on how and where to start from when engaging on Internet governance. Also, they explained how people could remain active in the ecosystem and finally shared the advantages and opportunities that could be obtained by engaging with the Internet ecosystem. More details here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k5Xw47eCXiq5fcnjRYOi9eQZQ_LOcZF48C0pIg442DX-…> . Partners on Cybersecurity & Digital Hygiene Mr. Olivier KOUAMI, who has been in Benin since last December, participated in the first edition of MemberForce 2020 and decided to organize in partnership with ISOC Benin Chapter an awareness campaign on Cybersecurity and Digital Hygiene on Saturday, February 15th 2020. This training session was aimed at raising awareness of participants on issues related to the use of ICT and Internet in this era. Kouami also shared some good tips and best practices everyone should follow while using the Internet in general. Some participants equally asked a lot of questions at the interactive, just as it ended with a cocktail for participants, the trainer and members of the Chapter board. Rwanda holds first Safer Internet Day The first annual Safer Internet Day (SID) was held in Rwanda on Tuesday, 11 February 2020 at G.S NYIRARUKOBWA, a public school located in Bugesera District, with a campaign slogan of “Together for a better internet”. This annual celebration aims at raising awareness on the importance of both a safer and a better internet, where everyone is empowered to use technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively. Participants including children and young people, parents, teachers were encouraged to play their part in creating a better internet which is open and secure for everyone. By celebrating the positive power of the internet, discussions focused on busting the myths about the internet as a dangerous place, promoting a positive use of online platforms and technology through internet literacy education in the family. A workshop was conducted to enhance the teacher's ability to maintain the computer lab established by ISOC Rwanda for their research. During the ceremony a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between ISOC Rwanda and G.S NYIRARUKOBWA to establish a cooperation framework between the Parties Facilitating Teachers and staff with access on the internet to empower them in digital education. 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Invitation to the KICTAnet and Huawei webinar on 5G Myths, Realities and Opportunities
by Barrack Otieno 03 May '20

03 May '20

Listers, You are invited to a KICTAnet and Huawei webinar. *When*: May 4, 2020 03:00 PM Nairobi *Topic*: 5G Myths, Realities and Opportunities *Register* in advance for this webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xDIq8qmtRCWdQo-EfTvf2A After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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Erroneous Event Creation
by Cyrus Kithuva 01 May '20

01 May '20

Dear Listers, This is Cyrus Kithuva, from the kictanet mailing list. I am writing to apologise for the erroneous event I created and shared to the listers yesterday regarding the 5G webinar. I normally create for myself as a reminder to such meetings but I forgot to uncheck the listers email. Please accept my apologies. Best regards, -- *Cyrus KithuvaFinance and Accounting Analyst* phone: +254 713 840 154 email: cyruskithuva2012(a)gmail.com Twitter <https://twitter.com/cyruskithuva> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/cyrus.kithuva> | YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnIBi9ADxgf9NE1HwPfHhvg?view_as=subscriber> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyrus-kithuva-3a166bb1/> | Google Plus <https://plus.google.com/u/0/117146981140064715178> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/cyruskithuva/>

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Data Science Thursday: Building an effective Data Strategy for your Organisation webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 01 May '20

01 May '20

Good Morning Botlab in partnership with Oracle is starting Data Science Thursday’s where we will talk about different themes led by Kenyan experts who’ve worked globally and locally in data science. On 7th May, we will talk about Data strategy. You will learn; a) What to think through when developing scope b) How to develop a data strategy for your firm c) Best practices when developing Data strategy. To sign up, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/data-science-series-building-an-effective-data…> Oracle is delivering a unique acceleration program that enables mutually beneficial business building partnerships for startups, our customers, and Oracle. It starts with free cloud and expands to a rich collaboration that brings opportunities to engage with Oracle’s vast network of mentors, product experts, and customers. Attached below is a flier with more details. If this interests you, do reach out to Elly Mathenge, via elly.mathenge(a)oracle.com Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Office line: +254 700 915197 *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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Cyber security Tuesday: How to make your system audits more effective Webinar by Botlab
by Mercy Njue 01 May '20

01 May '20

Good Morning, Botlab will be hosting a cyber security webinar on each Tuesday of May. To kick off, we will talk about *system audits*. System audits when used effectilvely, they help mitigate business risks. In this session you will learn; a) Why systems audits are important for your business, b) What to look for, c) How to work with IT to make them effective. Speaker will be Bonface Asiligwa <https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonface-asiligwa-cissp-cisa-cism-crisc-prince2-…> CISSP,CISA,CISM,CRISC,PRINCE2,CGEIT. 5th May 2020, 6-7.30pm If you wish to join us, click here <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-make-system-audits-more-effective-ticke…> Looking forward to learning with you in this series. Regards, -- Mercy Njue Founder and CEO Botlab Office line: +254 700 915197 *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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Cancelled event: SAVE THE DATE: Kenya ICT Action Network Webina... @ Mon 4 May 2020 3pm - 4:30pm (EAT) (kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke)
by cyruskithuva2012＠gmail.com 30 Apr '20

30 Apr '20

This event has been cancelled. Title: [kictanet] SAVE THE DATE: Kenya ICT Action Network Webinar on 5 G realities , myths and opportunities : 4 May 2020 3 - 4.30 PM Listers, The Kenya ICT Action Network in partnership with Huawei will host an interactive webinar on 5 G on Monday 4 May 2020 from 3 PM to 4.30 PM (90 Minutes). This Webinar will focus on the following issues: Basic terminologies and historical development 5 G use cases , opportunities, Kenya's readiness 5 G myths and realities (does 5G cause Corona?) Regulatory perspectives More information on the speakers will be availed in a separate email that will include a registration and participation details. We look forward to engaging with you on Monday Thank you _______________________________________________ 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... When: Mon 4 May 2020 3pm – 4:30pm East Africa Time - Nairobi Calendar: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Who: * cyruskithuva2012(a)gmail.com- organiser * barrack(a)kictanet.or.ke * kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke * monyango93(a)gmail.com * muisyoanthony(a)gmail.com * joywathagi(a)gmail.com * rapudohawi(a)kijijiyeetu.co.ke Invitation from Google Calendar: https://www.google.com/calendar/ You are receiving this courtesy email at the account kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke because you are an attendee of this event. To stop receiving future updates for this event, decline this event. Alternatively, you can sign up for a Google Account at https://www.google.com/calendar/ and control your notification settings for your entire calendar. Forwarding this invitation could allow any recipient to send a response to the organiser and be added to the guest list, invite others regardless of their own invitation status or to modify your RSVP. Learn more at https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37135#forwarding

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Invitation: SAVE THE DATE: Kenya ICT Action Network Webina... @ Mon 4 May 2020 3pm - 4:30pm (EAT) (kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke)
by cyruskithuva2012＠gmail.com 30 Apr '20

30 Apr '20

You have been invited to the following event. Title: [kictanet] SAVE THE DATE: Kenya ICT Action Network Webinar on 5 G realities , myths and opportunities : 4 May 2020 3 - 4.30 PM Listers, The Kenya ICT Action Network in partnership with Huawei will host an interactive webinar on 5 G on Monday 4 May 2020 from 3 PM to 4.30 PM (90 Minutes). This Webinar will focus on the following issues: Basic terminologies and historical development 5 G use cases , opportunities, Kenya's readiness 5 G myths and realities (does 5G cause Corona?) Regulatory perspectives More information on the speakers will be availed in a separate email that will include a registration and participation details. We look forward to engaging with you on Monday Thank you _______________________________________________ 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... When: Mon 4 May 2020 3pm – 4:30pm East Africa Time - Nairobi Calendar: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Who: * cyruskithuva2012(a)gmail.com- organiser * barrack(a)kictanet.or.ke * kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Event details: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=VIEW&eid=NzBsZXBkcm4zaWl2Z2hyd… Invitation from Google Calendar: https://www.google.com/calendar/ You are receiving this courtesy email at the account kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke because you are an attendee of this event. To stop receiving future updates for this event, decline this event. Alternatively, you can sign up for a Google Account at https://www.google.com/calendar/ and control your notification settings for your entire calendar. Forwarding this invitation could allow any recipient to send a response to the organiser and be added to the guest list, invite others regardless of their own invitation status or to modify your RSVP. Learn more at https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37135#forwarding

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SAVE THE DATE: Kenya ICT Action Network Webinar on 5 G realities , myths and opportunities : 4 May 2020 3 - 4.30 PM
by Barrack Otieno 30 Apr '20

30 Apr '20

Listers, The Kenya ICT Action Network in partnership with Huawei will host an interactive webinar on 5 G on Monday 4 May 2020 from 3 PM to 4.30 PM (90 Minutes). This Webinar will focus on the following issues: - Basic terminologies and historical development - 5 G use cases , opportunities, Kenya's readiness - 5 G myths and realities (does 5G cause Corona?) - Regulatory perspectives More information on the speakers will be availed in a separate email that will include a registration and participation details. We look forward to engaging with you on Monday Thank you

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Fwd: [NRIs List] SAVE THE DATE: Webinar on Youth Engagement in IGF 2020 | 11 May 2020 @ 14 PM UTC
by Barrack Otieno 27 Apr '20

27 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Mon, Apr 27, 2020 at 11:25 AM Subject: [NRIs List] SAVE THE DATE: Webinar on Youth Engagement in IGF 2020 | 11 May 2020 @ 14 PM UTC To: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> *SECOND IGF 2020 OUTREACH WEBINAR* *YOUTH ENGAGEMENT IN IGF 2020 PROCESSES* *Monday, 11 May 2020 * *14:00 UTC **[**see in your time zone* <https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=YOUTH+ENGAGEMENT+…> *]* *Register **HERE* <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJIrc-irrjkobexmototG6tTpk6qmb…>* to Participate* The *15**th **annual meeting of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF)* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/> will be hosted by the Government of Poland in Katowice from 2 to 6 November 2020. The meeting’s programme, developed around the overarching theme the ‘Internet United’, focuses on four thematic tracks: *(1) Data; (2) Environment; (3) Inclusion; (4) Trust* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-themes>. This year’s IGF processes will specifically focus on developing dedicated activities for youth. The webinar will be the first step toward learning more about the challenges and needs the youth has regarding the Internet governance. We will gather to exchange ideas and inspire each other to become better. Young people and those interested in youth engagement and capacity development are invited to join this open webinar. Together we will make the IGF 2020 a success! *Interact Live With * *IGF 2020 Host Country – Government of Poland IGF Secretariat* *Organisations dealing with youth-related matters and young people from around the world* We look forward to speaking to you soon. IGF Secretariat and IGF 2020 Host Country *www.intgovforum.org* <http://www.intgovforum.org/> | *www.igf2020.pl* <http://www.igf2020.pl> *igf(a)un.org* <igf(a)un.org> | *igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl* <igf2020(a)mc.gov.pl> **This *webinar* will be recorded. It is expected that its total duration will be between 90 and 120 minutes.* _______________________________________________ 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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State gets greenlight to tap private calls
by Barrack Otieno 26 Apr '20

26 Apr '20

Listers, This issue was discussed extensively on the list a few years back. The verdict is out and i beleive legal mechanisms are in place to support implementation. Regards

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KRA urges online Traders to start charging & remitting VAT
by Hezron Gikanga 25 Apr '20

25 Apr '20

Listers, Good morning. Comments/views/impact on the growth of the digital economy? Hezron

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5TH ADAP WEBINAR 24TH APRIL 2020 (HIDDEN LAPTOP CYBER RANGE)
by Gichuki John Chuksjonia 24 Apr '20

24 Apr '20

Good evening team, As promised during the last Idefend Conference, we will show case how Forkbombo Cyber Cartel was using hidden laptops to laterally infect systems in an infrastructure. For those who missed my talk on ForkbomboCyberCartel, you can access it here <http://www.onnetservices.io/Public/IDefendCON-TheCyberCartel.pdf>. Since this Cartel broke up in 2017, after the major arrests of their leadership, the Tactics Techniques and Procedures, to bring hidden laptops inside Banks, Saccos, MFIs and even Government Financial Institutes haven't died off. Due to the amount of robberies happening right now by different groups, it's imperative to learn this exception TTP and the reason why uprooting these devices is paramount to counter cyber operations. Kindly join us tomorrow, from 1500 hrs to 1630 hrs for Hidden laptop Cyber range Webinar by sending an email for registration to training(a)onnetservices.biz Thank you, see you then. -- -- OnNet CTO http://www.onnetservices.io @onnetservices

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Fwd: INVITATION : ECA/Alibaba/Ant Financial web event on technology against COVID-19 :Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 10:00 - 11:30 UTC (13:00-14:30 Addis Time Africa ).
by Keith Andere 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

Listers, UNECA is currently hosting this. This may be of interest to some. Apologies for cross posting and possible duplication. Best, Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Mactar Seck <seck8(a)un.org> Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2020 at 1:17 PM Subject: INVITATION : ECA/Alibaba/Ant Financial web event on technology against COVID-19 :Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 10:00 - 11:30 UTC (13:00-14:30 Addis Time Africa ). To: Mactar Seck <seck8(a)un.org> Cc: Oliver Chinganya <chinganya(a)un.org>, Ibrahim Mamma Hussein <mamma(a)un.org > Dear Sir/Ms. You are invited to join us in a Web event on *Leveraging technology in assisting African countries in the fight against Covid-19*. The live stream session will be organized by ECA and Ant Financial and take place on * T* *hursday**, April 23**, 2020 at **10:00 - 11:30 UTC* (13:00-14:30 Addis Time Africa ). *You can register here*: https://www.uneca.org/leveraging-technology-against-covid-19 The session begins with sharing experiences in using technologies to fight Codiv-19 and support economic recovery by UNECA, Alibaba and Ant Financial; to be followed by a panel debate. During the debate, key political and private sector actors on the continent will be called upon to share their thoughts ideas and exchange ideas on how Africa could embrace the power of technology and partnerships to tackle the challenges faced. Comments and questions and outputs of the session will be summarized and posted in ECA website. We look forward to you joining us online. Have your questions ready! Meeting number (access code): 849 669 297 Meeting password: GNpt838WjVP Thursday, April 23, 2020 1:00 pm | (UTC+03:00) Nairobi | 1 hr 30 mins Join meeting <https://uneca.webex.com/uneca/j.php?MTID=md98db807efeb9591536f1fbe958a3898> *Join by phone* Tap to call in from a mobile device (attendees only) +39-069-974-8087 <%2B39-069-974-8087,,*01*849669297%23%23*01*> Italy Toll +1-650-215-5226 <%2B1-650-215-5226,,*01*849669297%23%23*01*> United States Toll Global call-in numbers <https://uneca.webex.com/uneca/globalcallin.php?MTID=m2e27f11ab93fa2d2d6e34a…> *Join from a video system or application* Dial 849669297(a)uneca.webex.com You can also dial 62.109.219.4 and enter your meeting number. *Join using Microsoft Lync or Microsoft Skype for Business* Dial 849669297.uneca(a)lync.webex.com Need help? Go to http://help.webex.com Kind regards, Mactar Seck UNECA ; -- Keith Andere Tech | 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.* #AfricaWeWant

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Consultancy Services
by Norman Emmanuel 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

Dear Listeners, http://youthalivekenya.org/resources/vacancies/ Youth Alive! Kenya seeks to engage the services of a branding/ communication/ IT firm to help create a new and dynamic online presence. YAK seeks to engage a reputable and qualified organization with a track record of success in designing and producing digital solutions to develop a robust and comprehensive online re-branding exercise with a new logo, interactive website and prolific social media presence. -- *Kind Regards,* *Norman Mbaisi* *PROJECTS ASSOCIATE* *Cell: +254 720 031 952* *Youth Alive! Kenya,**Apartment GF3, Delight Apartments, * *Diani Rd off Ole Odume Rd**.* *Tel: +254-020-2052494* *P.O.Box 5844,00100 Nairobi, Kenya*

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Huduma Namba data to be used in cash delivery
by David Indeje 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Government to use Huduma Namba data in cash delivery https://www.kbc.co.ke/government-to-use-huduma-namba-data-in-cash-delivery/ *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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Job vacancy: Digital rights researcher
by Jane Muthoni 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

BAKE would like to engage the services of a digital rights researcher to produce our annual State of the Internet in Kenya report as part of our iFreedoms Kenya initiative <http://ifree.co.ke/>. The report covers topic areas that include digital rights, digital journalism, digital publishing and the digital economy in Kenya for the period between January 2019 to December 2019. We welcome applications from people who have demonstrated familiarity with research on digital rights in Kenya and especially the impact of these rights on vulnerable groups. https://www.blog.bake.co.ke/2020/04/17/job-vacancy-digital-rights-researche…

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CASHLESS TRANSPORT SECTOR.
by Bill Dian 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Dear Listers, Kindly find attached docs for your advice and input.Looking forward to the discussion. Regards Bill Mutoro Digital Organizer Transport Workers Union Cell : +254706 107 807 Email : bill.mutoro(a)twu.or.ke *NACICO PLAZA, 6TH FLR, RM616,LANDHIES RD*

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Please register for the webinar on Universal and local Initiatives in Africa
by Barrack Otieno 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2020 at 11:10 AM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Please register for the webinar on Universal and local Initiatives in Africa To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Bonjour à tous - Hello everyone *FR :* Ce webinaire régional est prévu pour le 30 Avril 2020 de 15:00 à 16:30 UTC. Il permettra de fournir des informations à la communauté africaine sur comment organiser des Initiatives Locales sur l’Acceptation Universelle (AU) et aussi sur le programme d’ambassadeur pour l’AU. Une inscription est requise à https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvc-yuqT8iHdEOQrMIFQVZnjKQ0gB6ZUue pour y participer. (L’audio dans ZOOM sera en Anglais ; appelez par téléphone ou SKYPE ou demandez à être appelé si vous voulez l’audio an Français) - Vous pouvez donc appeler l’un des numéros suivants http://adigo.com/icann/ pour l’audio le 30 Avril 2020. Une fois connecté au centre d’appel, taper le code correspondant à votre langue de préférence pour l’audio - Français : 9002 - Si vous souhaitez qu’un opérateur vous appelle le 30 Avril (pour l’audio uniquement ; Les slides seront dans ZOOM), prière envoyer un courriel à queries.nairobiec(a)icann.org (avec nom, numéro de téléphone avec indicatif et votre langue de préférence) au plus tard le 30 Avril 2020 à midi UTC Le projet de programme est disponible à https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/webinar-universal-ac… *EN:* This regional webinar is scheduled for April 30, 2020 from 15:00 to 16:30 UTC. The purpose is to provide information on how the community in Africa could organize Universal Acceptance (UA) Local Initiatives and to volunteer for UA Ambassadors. To participate, registration is required at https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvc-yuqT8iHdEOQrMIFQVZnjKQ0gB6ZUue You can also dial-in using one of the numbers at http://adigo.com/icann/ on April 30, 2020. Once you reach the conference center, you need to enter the corresponding language channel conference ID for English which is 9001 . If you prefer an operator to call you for audio only, please send an email to queries.nairobiec(a)icann.org with your name, phone number (this is to include country code) and language preference. This needs to be sent, no later than April 30 at noon UTC To note, presentations will only be available via Zoom. The draft agenda is available at https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/webinar-universal-ac… Thanks/Merci -- *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 -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Capacity building for Malware Analysts
by Richard Otolo 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Dear Listers, With the increasing spate of malware attacks, we have come up with the below initiative. Malware (malicious software) is mainly developed and operated by cyber criminals. Malware attacks are increasing in both frequency and sophistication, thus posing a serious threat to essential services and infrastructure on our continent. To help address this issue, @iLabAfrica IT Security Center is running an introductory course on malware analysis that will provide an understanding of malware, how malware it works, how it has shaped the global cyber security landscape, and the technical skills required to analyze a malware sample. Participants will also learn basic techniques to uncover malware features to support the procedures in a forensic investigation process. Please refer to the poster below for more details. We also did a free webinar to set the stage for the course. It is available here https://youtu.be/tc-4X1etFiY [image: image.png] Kind regards, *Richard Otolo* *IT Security Manager* *@iLabAfrica* *Email*: rotolo(a)strathmore.edu *Office Tel: *+254 (0) 703 034661 *Ext:* 2661 | *Cell*: (Work) +254 (0) 731 269 789 *Cell*: (Home) +254 (0) 723 385 705 * Skype: *richard.otolo www.strathmore.edu, www.ilabafrica.ac.ke <https://twitter.com/iLabAfrica> <https://www.facebook.com/iLabAfricaStrathmore/?fref=ts> <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeo0kj1SRiVkje78cyxnAzQ> <https://plus.google.com/110890271788869052448/posts> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/2596334?trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3…> <https://www.instagram.com/ilabafrica/?hl=en> -- *Note: *All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore’s Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here <http://www.strathmore.edu/en/email-policy> to read the policy. * * "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Re: [kictanet] Sector Statistics Report Q2 2019-2020 (kanini mutemi)
by Matunda Nyanchama 21 Apr '20

21 Apr '20

Very good points Mwendwa Kivuva. I know that all registered SIMs have associated user identifications, as in National ID. It would be very easy to use the ID as the key for any such stats. I don't understand why CA should take that long to compute numbers on that basis. .................. Mwendwa, That formula is problematic. For you to arrive at a more than perfect percentage, what is your base? What does that statistic tell us? Yes, more than one person owns more than one SIM card- but what population of the country owns more than one SIM card? Is it a wealth and status measure? Is it a measure as to how many SIM cards have been sold and registered. Sigh. Problematic mathematics. When they used similar terms to put a number on internet penetration levels in 2018- the folly was clear- do you mean there is a higher internet penetration level than the number of people? Are we counting IoT devices as people? Problematic! -----Original Message----- From: kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+mnyanchama=aganoconsulting.com@lists.kictanet.or.ke ] On Behalf Of kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Sent: Wednesday, April 15, 2020 02:02 PM To: mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com Subject: kictanet Digest, Vol 146, Issue 43 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..." ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ Matunda Nyanchama, PhD, CISSP; Director & Managing Consultant, mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com Agano Consulting Inc.; www.aganoconsulting.com; Twitter: 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 info(a)aganoconsulting.com Licensed by Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] New blogs posted
by Barrack Otieno 21 Apr '20

21 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Tue, 21 Apr 2020, 10:18 am Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] New blogs posted To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone, Please read more on new posted blogs at: - ICANN Org’s Multifaceted Response to DNS Abuse: https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-org-s-multifaceted-response-to-dns-ab… - ICANN to Extend Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program: https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-to-extend-community-childcare-grants-… - New Policy Development Fundamentals Course Now Available on ICANN Learn: https://www.icann.org/news/blog/new-policy-development-fundamentals-course-… - Trendsetting Virtual Meetings: Inquiring Minds Want to Know: https://www.icann.org/news/blog/trendsetting-virtual-meetings-inquiring-min… 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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20 Apr '20

Listers, Polite reminder. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Mon, Apr 20, 2020 at 3:20 PM Subject: [NRIs List] [IGF 2020 Reminder] Apply until 22 April 23:59 UTC for | Day 0 Events, Workshops and Open Forums | IGF Village Booths | Travel Support | Music Night | To: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> Dear All, This is a final reminder that the IGF 2020 *calls to apply for various **types of **sessions, IGF Village booths**,** Travel Support** and Music Night* *will close on 22 April at 23:59 pm UTC*. Please visit the IGF website for more information about applying for: - *Workshops: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-workshop-proposals* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-workshop…> - *Open Forums: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-open-forums* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-open-for…> - *(Day 0) Pre-Events: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-pre-events-day-0-events* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-pre-even…> - *IGF Village booths: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-village* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-village> - *Travel Support: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/supporting-participation-at-the-igf-2020-annual-meeting* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/supporting-participation-a…> - *Music Night: * *https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/expression-of-interest-to-participate-in-igf-2020-music-night* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/expression-of-interest-to-…> *IGF Dynamic Coalitions* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-dynamic-…> and the *National, **(Sub)**Regional and Youth IGF Initiatives* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-nris-collaborativ…> are also kindly reminded to submit proposals for their collaborative sessions until the mentioned deadline. For any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. 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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Virtual Consultations at MP Shah (E-Health)
by Barrack Otieno 17 Apr '20

17 Apr '20

Listers, Good to see how our institutions are adapting to the new normal. MP Shah just launched its Virtual clinic. You can access it here <https://mpshahhosp.org/virtual-consultation/>. Regards -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Blog: Best-of-Breed Software: Not Just an Afterthought
by Barrack Otieno 17 Apr '20

17 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Fri, 17 Apr 2020, 2:55 pm Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Blog: Best-of-Breed Software: Not Just an Afterthought To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone, Please read more at https://www.icann.org/news/blog/best-of-breed-software-not-just-an-aftertho… 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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Software Runs My Car, and the license just expired
by Barrack Otieno 17 Apr '20

17 Apr '20

*by Mwenda Tevin Gitonga and Mwangi Michael Mbuthia.* The vehicle of your dreams has finally arrived and you cannot wait to take it out on the road. It’s second hand but it is still your dream vehicle. On switching on the ignition key you get the surprise of your life. You paid for the vehicle but you never paid for the software. This was the situation a second-hand buyer of a Tesla vehicle found themselves in, after purchasing the vehicle and getting a message from Tesla <https://www.theverge.com/2020/2/6/21127243/tesla-model-s-autopilot-disabled…> informing them that they had not paid for the software features that come with the vehicle. Tesla, therefore, had remotely disabled the Software of the vehicle. The vehicle had been advertised by the third party as having the software features mainly the driver assistance features. For more click on this link <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?p=41525>. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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It is time for the Universal Service Fund to shine
by kanini mutemi 15 Apr '20

15 Apr '20

Dear Listers, Wouldn’t this be an opportune time for USF to realize that last mile connectivity and subsidized internet access? We’re moving everything online- how about those who are left behind? -- *Mercy Mutemi, Advocate*.

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An unintended consequence of the COVID19 lockdown in Africa
by Eric M K Osiakwan 15 Apr '20

15 Apr '20

http://blogs.harvard.edu/eric/2020/04/13/covid-19-is-speeding-up-the-digita… Eric here Eric M K Osiakwan +233244386792 www.ericosiakwan.com

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Re: [kictanet] REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON RPA
by Emmanuel Ochieng 15 Apr '20

15 Apr '20

Greetings Team, I would kindly like to request for anyone who knows of any Kenyan based company that has implemented or is in the process of implementing RPA (Blueprism, Uipath, Automation anywhere etc). Please share the company names with me. Kind Regards, Emmanuel.

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Sector Statistics Report Q2 2019-2020
by Grace Githaiga 15 Apr '20

15 Apr '20

Listers For those who may have missed, the Communications Authority recently released the Quarter 2 Sector Statistics Report. Notably, CA revised its data collection template in a bid to meet data requirements by various stakeholders. The report notes that CA shared a manual on definitions and methodologies of collecting and reporting Telecommunication indicators with service providers and the public for purposes of common understanding of ICT indicators. The manual was developed in consultation with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and is available on here: https://ca.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ICT-Indicators-Manual-2019-.pdf The Quarter 2 Sector Statistics Report provides an overview of the performance and trends of the ICT sector for the period 1st October to 31st December 2019. It further notes an increase in cyber threats, and a decrease in .ke domain names from the previous quarter to stand at 91,940. However, it was recently reported on this list that the domain names have now hit the 100, 000 mark. Meaning that the situation has improved in the last three months. And amazing-- people are still sending out letters which rose to 10.5 million letters compared to 9.6 million letters sent between July and September 2019. This was attributed to the sending of success cards to candidates undertaking national exams, and I suspect christmas cards. The full report: https://ca.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Sector-Statistics-Report-Q2-201…

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Register for AFRINIC's next webinar: How to create the ideal IPv6 address plan
by Barrack Otieno 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Susan Akinyi Otieno <susan.otieno(a)afrinic.net> Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2020, 9:11 am Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Register for AFRINIC's next webinar: How to create the ideal IPv6 address plan To: <africann(a)afrinic.net> Dear Colleagues, IPv6 address planning is key to a smooth and successful IPv6 deployment in your network. Not adequately doing it now may mean renumbering and making changes later on. In IPv6 deployment, moving away from the IPv4 scarcity mindset may also be difficult. Most initial IPv6 address plans we have seen lack proper hierarchy and you should not spend weeks explaining your IPv6 address plan. Worry not, our experienced team of IPv6 experts will be on air to share tips and best practices which will make it easy for you to come up with an ideal IPv6 address plan. By the end of this webinar, you should be able to; - Estimate your IPv6 addressing needs - Request for an IPv6 prefix on myafrinic - Subdivide your IPv6 prefix based on your network hierarchy - Implement your address plan into an IP Address Management (IPAM) software Use the following link to register: <https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2015686259690/WN_xNHtCjOCRyKxk_4p8-7BEw> <https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2015686259690/WN_xNHtCjOCRyKxk_4p8-7BEw%3C…> *Date: 16 April 2020* Time: * 16:30 GST* (Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar) *12:30 UTC* (Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire) * 13:30 WAT* (Nigeria, Cameroon) *15:30 EAT* (Kenya, Uganda) The webinar will be in English and as usual. A French one will be organised later. *Do not forget to add the event to your calendar!* See you at the webinar! -- Susan M.A. Otieno Marketing and PR Manager 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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ANALYSYS MASON REPORT ON KENYA TELECOM SECTOR
by Ali Hussein 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

Listers Going through the CA Market Analysis Report for Oct -Dec 2019 reminded me of the above report. Whatever happened to the final report? What I can find (apart from the 'leaked' report that was circulating last year of course) is this:- Kenya Telecoms Market Report 2019 <https://www.analysysmason.com/Research/Content/Country-reports/kenya-countr…> Maybe the CA could shade some light? Regards *Ali Hussein* 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.

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#Africa vs Virus CHALLENGE
by Grace Githaiga 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

Good morning Listers This may be of interest to some of you. 72-hour *Ideathon*: Addressing the challenges presented by the global Novel Coronavirus pandemic to African societies, economies and individuals and prototyping tech and non-tech solutions. Governments, civil society organizations, companies and citizens are all invited to submit challenges until Wednesday, April 15. For more information: https://africavsvirus.com/

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN68 to be Held as Remote Public Meeting
by Barrack Otieno 10 Apr '20

10 Apr '20

Listers, FYI Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2020, 8:48 am Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN68 to be Held as Remote Public Meeting To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone, Please read more at https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2020-04-09-en 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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KICTANet Submission to Senate on Covid-19
by Liz Orembo 09 Apr '20

09 Apr '20

Thanks again everyone for the stimulating discussions. Here's what we have submitted to the senate: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-posts=tech-solutions-to-covid-19-response… The discussion threads are still open. Feel free to add your views and raise any ideas you think might be helpful in this situation. Also, keep us up to date with the initiatives you are carrying out. -- Best regards. Liz. PGP ID: 0x1F3488BF

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Facebook: Academic Research Proposals
by David Indeje 08 Apr '20

08 Apr '20

Call for academic research proposals (Facebook) Economic Impact of Digital Technologies request for proposals https://research.fb.com/programs/research-awards/proposals/economic-impact-…

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] New ICANN Learn Course for Registrants Now Available
by Barrack Otieno 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Tue, 7 Apr 2020, 5:56 pm Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] New ICANN Learn Course for Registrants Now Available To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hello everyone, The Registrant Basics: Essentials for Domain Name Holders course aims to educate registrants and the end user community on registrant’s rights and responsibilities and their role in the domain name ecosystem. Also covered are ICANN policies that impact registrants, particularly when registering and managing domain names. Sign up and learn more at https://learn.icann.org/ 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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#DontGoViral: UNESCO and i4Policy launch a campaign to crowdsource local content to combat the Infodemic in Africa
by Lydia gachungi 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

UNESCO, in partnership with the Innovation for Policy Foundation (i4Policy), is launching an online campaign to crowdsource local openly licensed content to inform communities across Africa about COVID-19. https://en.unesco.org/news/dontgoviral-unesco-and-i4policy-launch-campaign-…

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Tech Solutions for Covid-19
by Liz Orembo 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Good morning listers, The senate has established an ad-hoc committee that will oversee the responses of the national and county governments to the covid 19 pandemic. The committee has issued a call for submissions on the following themes. 1. *Health *- includes community health, testing centers, mental health, role and engagement of county governments. 2. *Economic and Finance Issues - *Includes macro economic effects, measures that the government can take to cushion SMEs and borrowers. 3. *Social, Public order and Human Rights - * Includes protection of vulnerable groups, and enforcement of curfews 4. *Access to Food, Water and other basic commodities *Includes measures to support continuous production and supply of essential services at affordable prices. Food, water etc 5. *Support services and cross cutting issues - *Includes awareness creation, how to combat stigmatization and network access across the country. Listers, what are your views? How can ICTs help in these 5 areas? and how can the government improve its communication and network connectivity across the country? Please find attached the call for public participation with more details. The deadline for submission is 8th April. -- Best regards. Liz. PGP ID: 0x1F3488BF

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KICTAnet submission to the Senate on Covid19
by Liz Orembo 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Thank you all for your input on the above subject. A small reminder, that the deadline for submission is tomorrow. If you haven't sent your comments yet, please do so by end of today so that we have enough time to put the document together. Asanteni. -- Best regards. Liz. PGP ID: 0x1F3488BF

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ETHIOPIA HATE-SPEECH-AND-DISINFORMATION-PREVENTION-AND-SUPPRESSION-PROCLAMATION.pdf - Google Drive
by Lydia gachungi 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1na2kmMIU_Z2zQLd4ElnpQbxh2sv4g5a-/view

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Participate in AFRINIC's next webinar ''Preparing Critical Internet Infrastructure for Black Swan Events''
by Barrack Otieno 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Susan Akinyi Otieno <susan.otieno(a)afrinic.net> Date: Mon, Apr 6, 2020 at 12:27 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Participate in AFRINIC's next webinar ''Preparing Critical Internet Infrastructure for Black Swan Events'' To: <africann(a)afrinic.net> Dear Colleagues, Like many professionals around the world, recent events have affected your everyday practices and routines. You might even wish there was a fast forward button to skip 2020. One or more of the following may have happened to you: * Working from home is the new normal * Someone you know has lost all or part of their income * Your children or friend’s children have had to stop going to school You have considered making a sacrifice to the gods of the Internet (ok — maybe not). You may also have realised that perhaps those people who were pushing for Internet access as a human right weren’t so wrong after all - the Internet is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s an essential requirement for survival in the 21st century. Join us as we discuss critical internet infrastructure. We will specifically focus on: * What is critical Internet infrastructure? * How do Black Swan events, e.g. pandemics, affect critical Internet infrastructure? * How are critical infrastructure holding up around the world during this COVID-19 pandemic? * How do we determine and plug the critical infrastructure deficits at organisational and national levels? Register: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2015686259690/WN_uNfJ7GZfT72__ktKZ2espw *Date: 9th April 2020* Time: 16:30 GST (Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar) 12:30 UTC (Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire) 13:30 WAT (Nigeria, Cameroon) 15:30 EAT (Kenya, Uganda) The webinar will be in English. A French one will be organised later. Please do not forget to add the event to your calendar. -- Susan M.A. Otieno Marketing and PR Manager 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 -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Airtel voice share falls over 25pc after traffic review
by Victor Kapiyo 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Airtel Kenya’s share of voice market in three months to December fell more than a quarter after the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) reported the telecoms operator had been inflating traffic numbers on its network. https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/corporate/companies/Airtel-voice-share-…

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Internet Should Be A Public Utility Service
by Dorcas Muthoni 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Hi all, This is an article I wrote recently: http://www.afchix.org/blog_post/internet-should-be-public-utility/ Happy to here your thoughts. The regulatory framework needs to be future looking. The COVID-19 situation is bringing us back to the table to revise what we otherwise thought was reasonable use and penetration of the Internet in Kenya and across Africa. Good time to revive like APC, KICTANET etc to revisit policy advocacy on universally accessible and affordable Internet access. Internet should be considered as critical as other services like water, electricity, sewerage etc. We all know the school calendar is in total jeopardy and talks on having kids repeat 2020 on the table. Universally accessible and affordable Internet access is what will give us a continuity strategy for education and support telemedicine. These are some of the areas where growth must happen. Regards, Muthoni

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.Ke domains cross the 100,000 Mark
by Barrack Otieno 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Listers, Finally we have over 100,000 <http://registry.kenic.or.ke/statistics.jsp> .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

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Invitation to Webinar: Managing Business Through the COVID Crisis
by Evans Ikua 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

*Business Continuity Management Sustainment During COVID 19: What You Can Do Right Now* Business Continuity Management includes strategies for continuing operations. We are in the sustainment phase of pandemic planning for business. Some of those strategies are more creative in times where non-essential personal are at home and customers are unable to come to non-essential businesses. Non the less, the strategies are implementable staring today. Don’t forget Information and Cyber Security. Many are being asked to practice social distancing and work from home. The reality of remote operations can create greater security risks as teleworking creates a variety of new vulnerabilities if you have not preplanned. Knowing about them, will help you safely work remotely. It is also critical to document your COVID-19 Response. While this is the first time your business may be experiencing a situation like this, it is not the first Pandemic that other organizations have experienced. Michael C. Redmond has helped many organizations document their response during pandemic and other events to use in both updating their Business Continuity Plan and in creating response plans for future use. These included SARS, H1NI Pandemics as well as many other events such as 911 and the flood in New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina and many more. Companies that did not document their response properly failed to respond quickly when the next event affected them. What we will cover: - What does it t means to work remotely. - What can you keep your business productive considering the current environment? - Remote operations strategies for communicating, maintaining customers and even tweaking your normal operations to allow for servicing clients and customers remotely. - Simple solutions can help avoid the pitfalls that can affect continuing operations and maintaining security. This webinar applies to all organizations. About the Speaker Michael C. Redmond is a director with EFPR Group. She specializes in Risk Management areas. *Managing Business Through the COVID Crisis* *http://info.efprgroup.com/coronacrisissustainability <http://info.efprgroup.com/coronacrisissustainability>* -- *Kind Regards,Evans Ikua,* Cell: +254-722-955831 *----------------------------------------------------*

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Interview with Parminder on community ownership of data
by Barrack Otieno 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Listers, Interesting perspective on community ownership of data. I would appreciate feedback from our tech Lawyers @Victor Kapiyo <vkapiyo(a)gmail.com> @Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu <chemukoechk(a)gmail.com> @Francis Monyango <monyango93(a)gmail.com> Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 12:25 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Interview with Parminder on community ownership of data To: <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> People on this list might be interested in this conversation with Parminder, which was just published by ALAI: "It’s time to talk about data politics and economic rights" at: https://www.alainet.org/en/articulo/205631 Also in Spanish: "Es hora de hablar de política de datos y derechos económicos" at https://www.alainet.org/en/node/205632 The interview took place following the launch of the Just Net Digital Manifesto, available at: https://justnetcoalition.org/digital-justice-manifesto Here are a couple of excerpts from the cited interview: "...although there is no law on ownership of data and people don’t want to talk about it, the fact is that the large data corporations consider the data that they collect as theirs; and then guard it behind technical walls as their de facto property.... if we let this default ownership practice go on for much longer, it will become quasi law, and may even be accepted into law, because the digital relationships and structures would all be quite entrenched, and almost impossible to reverse." Concerning the difference with intellectual property rights, that favour companies: "...in the case of ‘ideas’, they are out there for anyone to share and copy, whereby corporations wanted law and ownership regimes to stop such free sharing. In case of data, it is already with corporations, behind its technology walls, and inaccessible to others, including those who contributed the data and to whom the data refers. Corporations do not need law in this case for exclusive appropriation. It is the data source and data subject people and communities who want a ‘data ownership’ regime to employ law to get access to their own data." 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 Interests 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: [AfrICANN-discuss] Becoming UA-Ready – ICANN Update
by Barrack Otieno 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest to you. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2020, 7:39 pm Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Becoming UA-Ready – ICANN Update To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> Cc: idnafrica(a)icann.org <idnafrica(a)icann.org> Hello everyone, Please read more on this blog at https://www.icann.org/news/blog/becoming-ua-ready-icann-update Other: Based on the statement of work (SOW) on Email Tools and Definitions developed by UA EAI WG a call for proposals has been posted at the UASG SOW wiki page <https://community.icann.org/display/TUA/UA+Statements+of+Work>. Proposals should be sent to UAProgram(a)icann.org by 15 April. 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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Stolen phone blocking - A short story about CA vs MNOs
by Odhiambo Washington 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Once upon a time, when your mobile phone got stolen, you'd report to the police who'd issue you with their famous "Police Abstract". You would present that form, together with proof of purchase of your mobile phone to your preferred MNO - Safaricom, Kencell, etc who would then verify your identity and ownership of the said phone and proceed to BLOCK it from being used. During those days, the MNOs used to have a central shared database of all BLOCKed phones and those phones would be rendered almost useless unless unBLOCKed. It was possible to recover your stolen phone then - should a buyer of a BLOCKED phone end up at one of the MNOs offices to ask why "their phone" wasn't working. *Las cosas cambiaron.* These days, when technology has advanced, if your phone gets stolen, the MNOs don't block it. The last time I had such an unfortunate incident, Airtel told me that they no longer block such phones because when stolen, the thieves go to some crooks who then write a new set of IMEIs to the phones, which then keep on being used by the new owners. However, if I needed that form to show that the MNO blocked my phone, I can get it :-( Now, it seems that crooks beat CA to their game, or who was it who had control/supervision and enforcement of this process??? And me here in my naivety was thinking that with the advancement of technology and regional integration in EA, the CA of KE, CA of UG, CA of TZ, Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi would come together and ensure compliance from the regional MNOs, such that a phone stolen in EA Region becomes unusable due to the MNOs sharing the BLOCKage database. End of story. Not sure it was short as initially intended. CA, are you listening? -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 "Oh, the cruft.", grep ^[^#] :-)

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Trolls exploit Zoom privacy settings as app gains popularity
by Grace Githaiga 01 Apr '20

01 Apr '20

Listers In the wake of covid 19, many organizations had to ask workers to operate from home. And to keep tabs on work being performed by employees from home, many organizations have embraced zoom meetings. In fact, Zoom has become so popular in the last two weeks. But are you aware that the default settings of the service are configured in the expectation of trust between participants? This means that trolls can wreak havoc. Some zoombombers have used the screen sharing feature to broadcast pornography and violent imagery. Further, security experts have noted the file transfer feature that is switched on by default could be used to spread malware. More info: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/mar/27/trolls-zoom-privacy-sett… And in a related article "*Zoom's privacy policy isn't explicit about the data transfer to Facebook at all*", it is reported that the Zoom app *notifies Facebook* when the user opens the app, details on the user's device such as the model, the time zone and city they are connecting from. In addition, which phone carrier they are using, *and a unique advertiser identifier created* by the user's device. This can be used by companies to target a user with advertisements. Read more: https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/k7e599/zoom-ios-app-sends-data-to-facebo… For those hosting large, public group meetings, it is recommended that hosts change their settings so that only the host can share their screen. Rgds GG

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Fwd: [NRIs List] IGF 2020 deadline extension
by Barrack Otieno 01 Apr '20

01 Apr '20

Listers, Might be of interest to Internet Governance enthusiasts. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 10:45 AM Subject: [NRIs List] IGF 2020 deadline extension To: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> Dear All, The IGF 2020 has extended the initial deadline of 15 April for 1 week to apply for all sessions, IGF Village, travel support and music night. Until *22 April 2020, 23:59 pm UTC*, stakeholders can submit proposals for: - *Call **for** Workshop**s**:* *https://www**.* *intgovforum.org/multilingual**/**content/igf-2020-call-for**-* *workshop-proposals* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-workshop…> - *Call **for **Open Forums:* *https://www**.* *intgovforum.org/multilingual**/**content/igf-2020-call-for**-* *open-forums* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-open-for…> - *Call **for (**Day 0**)** Pre-Events:* *https://www**.* *intgovforum.org/multilingual**/**content/igf-2020-call-for-pre**-* *events-day-0-events* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-call-for-pre-even…> - *Call **for **IGF Village booths:* *https://www**.* *intgovforum.org/multilingual**/**content/igf-2020-village* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/igf-2020-village> - *Call for Travel Support:* *https://www.intgovforum.org**/* *multilingual/content**/**supporting-participation-at**-* *the-igf-2020-annual-meeting* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/supporting-participation-a…> - *Call to **Express Interest to Participate in the IGF 2020 Music Night:* *https://www.intgovforum.org**/**multilingual/content**/* *expression-of-interest-to**-**participate-in-igf-2020-music**-**night* <https://www.intgovforum.org/multilingual/content/expression-of-interest-to-…> In case of any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the IGF Secretariat. We are also kindly reminding that you can join the upcoming *IGF 2020 Webinar* and engage directly with the 15th IGF organizers. The webinar will be hosted on 6 April 2020 at 14:00 pm UTC. Please *click here* <https://intgovforum.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcu-pqDIsKObrV5Qh5y_B9c1hSh…> to register in advance. 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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Policy Hackathon - COVID-19 Bill
by Linda Bonyo 01 Apr '20

01 Apr '20

Dear Listers, Greetings from the Lawyers Hub and the Africa Law Tech association. For the next 72 Hours, you could Co-create with us the Covid-19 Response Bill. We are hoping for more contributions in areas that would ensure affordable internet for children who are studying from home, limit health surveillance, misinformation, tax reprieves etc. 1. The Zero Draft is available here, feel free to make changes/edits in your area of expertise https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ANvLHP_uxq0F2J7Ux2wKyoGE8RxTYjX8thv5jvS… 2. Alternatively Ask Questions or drop quick comments here: https://app.sli.do/event/rsd0myrd/live/questions 3. To sign up for updates, register for the event here <https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=101702910142&shouldshowpublishbanner…> We would appreciate if you circulated this within your networks and are happy to connect with legislators looking to leverage crowd-sourced innovative policy solutions to this pandemic. Regards, *__________________________________________________________________* *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.* -- *__________________________________________________________________* *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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Data on every citizen of Georgia posted on hacker forum
by Mwendwa Kivuva 01 Apr '20

01 Apr '20

Personally identifiable information belonging to more than 4.9 million people from the country of Georgia – including full names, home addresses, dates of birth, ID numbers, and mobile phone numbers, including that of dead people – was published on a hacking forum on Saturday. That’s more than the current total estimated population: according to the National Statistics Office of Georgia, as of 2019, the country had about 3.7 million people. https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2020/03/31/data-on-almost-every-citizen-of…

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Resiliency of our Internet Infrastructure during the COVID -19 Season
by Barrack Otieno 31 Mar '20

31 Mar '20

Listers, It seems the quality of our Infrastructure is taking a hit as more people are working from home. Talking to friends from different corners of the countries across different Networks, there seems to be a challenge. I hope the Communications Authority is paying attention. The Internet and Infrastructure service providers should not just focus on free Internet and double speeds, quality of the connection is critical. Best -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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IDefendCON Virtual Conference 3rd April 2020
by Gichuki John Chuksjonia 31 Mar '20

31 Mar '20

Good afternoon team. You are all invited to IDefendCON this Friday. Am sorry I forgot to post on this mail list. Link meet.google.com/wqw-fvne-itm at 1400 hrs to 1600 hrs -- -- OnNet CTO http://www.onnetservices.io

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Top African Government Utility Conferences in 2020
by Athar Ahmad Bhatti 31 Mar '20

31 Mar '20

Dear All, I pray you are well. I know most conferences are getting canceled but I am currently collecting information on the best conferences to attend to meet the right people and see the latest technology. Could someone please guide me. Thank you, Best regards, Athar Ahmad Bhatti +2547264881311 Skype: atharab http://ke.linkedin.com/pub/athar-ahmad-bhatti/6/49b/374

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Remote voting for Parliamentarians - att: Senator Abshiro
by Bonyo Mwongela L. 30 Mar '20

30 Mar '20

A team member shared this document (attached) with us at the Lawyers Hub. Hope you find it useful for remote voting while learning from the European parliament. Secondly, The secret with zoom is to have the host check their default settings to enhance privacy, also private chats form part of the the meeting minutes when downloaded, ensure private chats aren’t off topic. Regards

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Business Resilience in the face of a pandemic
by Matunda Nyanchama 28 Mar '20

28 Mar '20

Friends, There are many lessons to learn from this pandemic, one of which is about preparedness. Only a few weeks ago we were presenting to one of our clients in such preparedness, although we didn't imagine such global-scale type of devastation. But as they say, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Here is our view: <https://www.aganoconsulting.com/business-resiliency-in-the-face-of-a-pandem ic/> https://www.aganoconsulting.com/business-resiliency-in-the-face-of-a-pandemi c/ Regards ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ 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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Coronavirus: Kenya’s first digital pandemic!
by Grace Githaiga 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

Listers On February 2, the World Health Organization dubbed the new coronavirus an "infodemic", referring to “an overabundance of information (some accurate and some not). Misinformation about Covid-19 is as dangerous as the virus itself. Real human life is at stake and Kenya’s internet is swamped with hysteria and falsehood. Since the virus took hold of the mainstream narrative in Kenya, we have begun observing trends in misinformation in Kenya’s cyberspace. The same notorious Facebook groups, Twitter handles and websites that bring about political misinformation are key conduits of coronavirus misinformation. Google’s AdSense advertising is being used to fund the production of coronavirus misinformation, and at the same time to push scams to Kenyan citizens through the same misinformation. Misinformation promises answers and explanations that Kenyans desperately want, but can’t find through normal, factual means. For more, please read: https://www.nation.co.ke/nationprime/coronavirus-kenya-fake-news/5279428-55… Rgds GG

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