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Why trust in Data Handling Plays an Important Role in Country Development
by David Indeje 29 Apr '22

29 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Grace Githaiga, convenor of the Kenyan think tank KICTANet took part in our partner's GIZ security exercise in 2021. The exercise was conducted in Kenya, South Africa, Armenia, and Jordan and more than 80 people from government, the private sector, and civil society took part. Grace emphasized that ‘Data privacy is critical to provide citizens with the freedom to share data that they wish to share. They need to be confident that they are not being surveilled online or in other forms. In addition, citizens need to be sure that their data held by important authorities is not being misused or being sold for marketing purposes.’ You can read the rest "Cyber security: on a mission to establish trust" https://www.giz.de/en/mediacenter/108410.html *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Congratulations to Prof. Ndemo
by Edwin Matoke 28 Apr '22

28 Apr '22

Congratulations to Prof. Ndemo It was good to listen to you yesterday morning at United kenya club , first public engagement as ambassador. Wishing you well and God’s grace as you execute this assignment Eng. Ombega Sent from my iPhone > On 25 Apr 2022, at 13:47, kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke wrote: > > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Congratultions to Dr. Bitange Ndemo - an avid KICTANeter > (Mutemi wa Kiama) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:45:12 +0300 > From: Mutemi wa Kiama <eddiekiama(a)gmail.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Congratultions to Dr. Bitange Ndemo - an avid > KICTANeter > Message-ID: > <CAKpzMQD_1BqWqRA4W5Q3hcLrKFbhbvWN1i9e4w3fXvpL5WREhQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Congratulations are in order Prof. Ndemo. > > Your phone must be ringing off the hook now ? (pun intended). > > Warm regards, > > Mutemi wa Kiama > > Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me > > Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social Accountability Entrepreneur, > Strategic Planning & Organizational Development Facilitator, > Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, Human Rights Defender, > > #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. > > The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) > Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. > > https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ > > Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com > > https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya > > https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt > > https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama > > http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya > > "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change > the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead > >> On Mon, Apr 25, 2022, 13:41 Eric Osiakwan via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >> ?loud applause, Daktari >> >> Eric here >> >> >> On 25 Apr 2022, at 8:58 AM, Bitange Ndemo via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >> Nimeshukuru. Asante. >> >> Ndemo >> >> On Mon, Apr 25, 2022 at 8:17 AM Alex Watila via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Prof, >>> >>> I was remembering the same thing >>> >>> >>> >>> I guess your phone must now be active. No need to check if the line or >>> phone is faulty. >>> >>> >>> >>> All the best in your career in diplomacy >>> >>> >>> >>> Regards, >>> >>> >>> >>> Consultant >>> >>> *Quality Management Systems >>> <https://advisera.com/27001academy/#a_aid=621f58ced9bb1&a_bid=f79f3b0b>* >>> >>> *Information Security Management Systems >>> <https://advisera.com/27001academy/#a_aid=621f58ced9bb1&a_bid=f79f3b0b>* >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Sat, Apr 23, 2022, 4:18 PM Odhiambo Washington via KICTANet < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>> Listers, >>> >>> >>> >>> I believe it is in order to congratulate one of us on his deserving >>> appointment. >>> >>> >>> >>> Dr. BITANGE NDEMO has finally landed a government appointment as Kenya's >>> new ambassador to Brussels-Belgium. >>> >>> Dr.NDEMO said after he was sacked as PS by the Jubilee govt in 2013 many >>> of his friends deserted him. >>> >>> He added that he used to receive about 40 calls in a day but none was >>> forthcoming until he thought his cellphone was defective and took it to a >>> fundi :-) >>> >>> >>> >>> Dr. Ndemo did not abandon KICTANet even after he was abandoned by his >>> friends after he lost his govt job. >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> >>> Best regards, >>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>> Nairobi,KE >>> +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 >>> "Oh, the cruft.", egrep -v '^$|^.*#' ?\_(?)_/? :-) >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> 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/shitemi.khamadi%40gma… >>> >>> >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>> >>> 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. >>> >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>> engagement platform. >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> 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/bndemo%40bitangendemo… >>> >>> >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>> >>> 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. >>> >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>> engagement platform. >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/ericosiakwan%40me.com >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/eddiekiama%40gmail.com >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> >

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New Internet shutdowns report live today; the return of digital authoritarianism
by Bridget Andere 28 Apr '22

28 Apr '22

Dear Colleagues, As you’re probably aware, internet shutdowns are dangerous acts of digital authoritarianism. In 2021, authorities deliberately shut down the internet at least 182 times across 34 countries — a dramatic increase compared to the year prior. I’m excited to share Access Now’s new report launching today, The return of digital authoritarianism: internet shutdowns in 2021 <https://accessnow.org/keepiton-2021-report>. In it, we break down where and how authorities used internet shutdowns to stifle populations during protests, political turmoil, coups, elections, wars and conflict, and school exams throughout the course of last year. Read the full report <https://www.accessnow.org/keepiton-2021-report>, global snapshot <https://www.accessnow.org/internet-shutdowns-2021/>, and press release <https://www.accessnow.org/internet-shutdowns-africa-keepiton-2021>. You can also reTweet us *here <https://twitter.com/accessnow/status/1519588491742515201?s=20&t=a5xHvJSoZjB…>.* Please reach out with any questions, for background information, or to organise an interview with one of our Access Now experts. Thank you, and do share widely within your networks. Best, Bridget. -- Bridget Andere, MCIArb Africa Policy Associate Access Now | accessnow.org Fingerprint: 9CDE 8540 3173 FBF0 A3ED 8CB4 6868 AFBB AF9B DC01 * *Join us* at <http://rightscon.org/>RightsCon <https://www.rightscon.org/> (June 6-10, 2022) - Registration <https://www.rightscon.org/register-2022> now open! *** *Subscribe* to the Access Now Express <https://www.accessnow.org/express>, our weekly newsletter on digital rights

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 48
by Etinick Mutinda 27 Apr '22

27 Apr '22

Dr. Bitange Ndemo Congratulations on your appointment and wish you every success as you serve our great Nation in your new assignment. Regards, Etinick Mutinda On Sun, Apr 24, 2022 at 1:29 PM <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Congratultions to Dr. Bitange Ndemo - an avid KICTANeter > (Ali Hussein) > 2. Re: Congratultions to Dr. Bitange Ndemo - an avid KICTANeter > (Grace Mutung'u) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 24 Apr 2022 13:22:40 +0300 > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Congratultions to Dr. Bitange Ndemo - an avid > KICTANeter > Message-ID: > <CAPjmBy3= > vV-AixaDhOdgweO4a7VNVEKkzmNZpKH6D8syrp8NHQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Wash > > Thank you for posting this. I can confirm that we at KICTANet didn't > abandon him and we continued to engage with him throughout. ? > > Congratulations Ambassador/Prof Bitange Ndemo. Well deserved. Brussels > being the seat of the EU this is a plum posting and very well deserved. As > we say in Kiswahili:- > > Kongole (congratulations) Kaka!! > > Regards > > *Ali Hussein* > > Fintech | Digital Transformation > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > > Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely > mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the > organizations that I work with. > > > On Sat, Apr 23, 2022 at 4:10 PM Odhiambo Washington via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > Listers, > > > > I believe it is in order to congratulate one of us on his deserving > > appointment. > > > > Dr. BITANGE NDEMO has finally landed a government appointment as Kenya's > > new ambassador to Brussels-Belgium. > > Dr.NDEMO said after he was sacked as PS by the Jubilee govt in 2013 many > > of his friends deserted him. > > He added that he used to receive about 40 calls in a day but none was > > forthcoming until he thought his cellphone was defective and took it to a > > fundi :-) > > > > Dr. Ndemo did not abandon KICTANet even after he was abandoned by his > > friends after he lost his govt job. > > > > -- > > Best regards, > > Odhiambo WASHINGTON, > > Nairobi,KE > > +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 > > "Oh, the cruft.", egrep -v '^$|^.*#' ?\_(?)_/? :-) > > _______________________________________________ > > KICTANet mailing list > > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com > > > > > > KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions > > interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a > > catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology > sector. > > Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, > > Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. > > > > 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. > > > > KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy > > engagement platform. > > >

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#TakeOnTech : The Art of Blogging.
by David Indeje 27 Apr '22

27 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Many of us have been having that burning urge to start writing for a blog or start ours independently. On the other hand, many do not want to be called "Bloggers" because of how the name is perceived in the Kenyan market. This should not worry you as in our last episode on #TakeOnTech, a weekly show on Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), Ms. Stephanie Ayieta and Ms. Grace Githaiga hosted Mr. Shitemi Khamadi, Project Manager Africa Uncensored, an independent media house set up by Kenya's finest investigative journalists, to share insights on the art of blogging. Something that you will learn is that: When it comes to blogging: "The key thing that separates microblogging from blogging is ownership and copyright" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrehpDzQyPY&ab_channel=KBCChannel1TVShows PS: Do not forget to also Subscribe to our KICTANet Youtube page. <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow> *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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KIGF Call For Topics
by Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu 25 Apr '22

25 Apr '22

Happy Easter Listers, The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) is an annual meeting that brings together various stakeholder groups to dialogue on ICT and Internet policy. While the discussions give soft policy outcomes, KIGF is a knowledge-sharing platform that informs and inspires policy actors in both the public and private sectors. The national forum also feeds into the regional and global IGFs through a chain of reporting and representation to the regional and global IGFs to ensure bottom-up Internet policy development processes and a strong link between global and local internet policies. This year’s global IGF will be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The global IGF theme is ‘*Resilient Internet for a shared sustainable and common future’.* The Kenya IGF theme is aligned to the global IGF theme and will respond to the local context including the upcoming 2022 general election. The Forum programme may be developed in line with the following global IGF sub-themes, but through multistakeholder dialogue, listers can choose topics that they feel are closer to home. 1.Connecting all People and Safeguarding Human Rights. 2. Avoiding Internet Fragmentation. 3. Governing Data Protection and Privacy. 4. Enabling Safety Security and. Accountability . 5. Addressing Advanced Technologies including AI. On behalf of the local Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG), we'd be interested to hear your views on the issues and topics that are a priority for Kenya, and you think ought to be discussed during this year's Kenya IGF. The Kenya IGF shall be held on 30th June 2022. Rosemary Chemutai Koech-Kimwatu MAG Chairperson 2022

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Tribute to the ICT transformative agenda of President Emilio Mwai Kibaki
by Mwendwa Kivuva 23 Apr '22

23 Apr '22

As we mourn and celebrate the 3rd President of Kenya, Emilio Mwai Kibaki, let us remember his transformative agenda for the ICT industry in Kenya, especially in giving professionals free reign and putting Kenya on the world ICT map. President Kibaki was instrumental in the success of M-PESA, Open Data initiative, undersea Internet cables, the Konza Technopolis Silicon Savanna, and attracting foreign investments. Indeed, during his tenure as president, innovation hubs flourished and we continue to reap the dividends of his vision. KICTANet is grateful for the enabling environment President Kibaki fostered. KICTANet was formed during his reign as a platform for all stakeholders, and not just government to engage in ICT policy discussions. All citizens could now sit at the table and chart the way forward for a better Kenya. What else do you remember Presidential Kibaki doing for the ICT industry?

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Data Protection Job opportunities at GIZ
by tevin mwenda 22 Apr '22

22 Apr '22

Hi Everyone, The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Digital Transformation Center Kenya is looking for a Data Protection Intern and a Data Protection and Open Data Advisor to come work with them on Data Protection Matters in Kenya. Please see the links for application below. 1. Data Protection And Open Data Senior Advisor - DTC https://www.fuzu.com/kenya/jobs/data-protection-and-open-data-senior-adviso… Application Deadline 27th April 2022 2. Data Protection Intern - DTC- https://www.fuzu.com/kenya/jobs/data-protection-intern-dtc-giz Application Deadline 28th April 2022 Thank you Kind Regards Tevin Mwenda Gitonga

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UNFPA Consultancy - Social Media Specialist
by Gachungi, Lydia 21 Apr '22

21 Apr '22

UNFPA https://www.unfpa.org/jobs/social-media-specialist Social Media Specialist · Level: P-3 · Contract Type: Consultancy · Closing date: 02 May 2022 12:00 AM (America/New York) · Duty station: New York The Social Media Specialist will help oversee and execute the day-to-day social media strategy for UNFPA global social media channels. With guidance from the Head of Digital Communications and inputs from the Social Media team, the incumbent will be responsible for the coordination and creative direction of UNFPA’s Social Media content and campaign production and its alignment with the international news cycle. The Social Media Specialist will identify latest trends and opportunities with influencers and partners to leverage them for UNFPA Social Media channels. The incumbent will lead the planning and delivery of social media content strategy, receiving requests from different teams across the organisation for postings and amplification, evaluating and prioritising them for release on UNFPA global channels. The Social Media Specialist will also act as an advisor for the prevention of, and response to reputational crises with a Social Media component. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: · Lead the planning and delivery of digital and social media campaigns to attract the attention of policy makers, bloggers, academia, donors, influencers, young people, civil society and politicians. · Produce copy for UNFPA's Social Media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Youtube. Evaluate, select and adapt visual assets including photos, illustrations and videos for use on Social Media channels. · Provide advice and strategic guidance to the Social Media team and other Social Media content producers and support them with the editing and production of channel specific copy. · Organize and maintain the shared team editorial calendar, mapping out the daily posting cadence. · Work with a team of technical experts and brief external graphic designers on the creation of campaign specific Social Media packs. Organizational Setting: The Social Media Specialist position is located in the Digital Team of the Media and Communications Branch (MCB), Division of Communications and Strategic Partnerships (DCS). The Social Media Specialist reports directly to the Head of Digital Communications. Education: Graduate university degree in communications, arts, marketing, international relations, public relations, journalism, development studies or other related area is required. Knowledge and Experience: · A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in digital and social media, communications and/or public relations. · Demonstrated understanding of emerging trends, technology platforms, social behaviours and content that can help the organization create and maintain meaningful relationships with stakeholders, UN agencies, constituencies, donors, online communities, and development partners. · Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining online communities, bringing together influencers, contributors and participants from all over the world. · Demonstrated experience in quickly creating compelling online content, as well as a proven track record of creative and innovative thinking. · Demonstrated experience in mobilizing and engaging online audiences through integrated digital and social media strategies. · Advanced user of social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn. · Experience with Social Media Management and monitoring platforms such as Hootsuite, Sprout Social or SalesForce Social Studio. · Strong project management skills and ability to build a collaborative working environment · Willingness to work off-hours in the case of a UNFPA emergency response or major PR moment Languages: Fluency in English with the ability to write jargon free copy is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage. Contract Duration: 9 months Please apply no later than 2 May 2022 by email to web(a)unfpa.org<mailto:web@unfpa.org> with the subject “Social Media Specialist 2022” and attach a CV, motivation statement or cover letter

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REMINDER: Application for IEBC Accreditation as Election Observers
by David Indeje 21 Apr '22

21 Apr '22

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has given us (KICTANet) and they are giving us an opportunity to be Long-Term Election Observers for the period before, during, and after the August 9th, 2022 General Election. Those interested in this initiative, kindly share with us your: 1. Your Name as it appears on the ID 2. Passport -size photograph in soft copy (.png/.jpg/.jep formats) 3. Telephone number 4. Copy of your ID Any interested person to send the details to nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke or dindeje(a)kictanet.or.ke on or before 9 May 2022 to give sufficient time to complete the process. If your documents are with us already, kindly let us know. *All the data we collect adheres to the KICTANet Privacy Statement available here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/ <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/>. By submitting the information requested, you consent to our collection and processing of the information for the specific purpose outlined above.* *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856

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Fwd: [NRIs List] Fwd: IGF 2022 Call for Workshop Proposals
by Barrack Otieno 19 Apr '22

19 Apr '22

Listers, This might be of interest to those following the Internet Governance Forum. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Sat, Apr 16, 2022 at 9:18 AM Subject: [NRIs List] Fwd: IGF 2022 Call for Workshop Proposals To: Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear Colleagues, The IGF 2022 Call for Workshop Proposals <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-call-for-workshop-proposals> is open: IGF 2022 Call for Workshop Proposals | Internet Governance Forum (intgovforum.org) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-call-for-workshop-proposals> The deadline for submission is *3 June 2022, 23:59 UTC.* We would be grateful if you could inform your respective networks. The call for other session proposals is expected to be announced on Friday next week. Best regards, Anja _______________________________________________ Igfregionals mailing list Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org To unsubscribe or manage your options please go to http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfregionals_intgovforum.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [NRIs List] FW: Job Alert: Two senior Digital Sustainability positions within the UN Environment Programme
by Barrack Otieno 19 Apr '22

19 Apr '22

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Sat, Apr 16, 2022 at 11:47 AM Subject: [NRIs List] FW: Job Alert: Two senior Digital Sustainability positions within the UN Environment Programme To: igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear Colleagues, Sharing below for your attention two open vacancies. Best regards, Anja *Subject:* Job Alert: Two senior Digital Sustainability positions within the UN Environment Programme Dear friends and colleagues: As you may know, the UN Environment Programme has established a new Digital Transformation programme <https://www.unep.org/explore-topics/technology/what-we-do/digital-transform…> to accelerate and scale climate action, nature, protection and pollution prevention through the use of data and digital technologies in UNEP’s programmes and partnerships. The need for innovation and collaboration in digital technologies is key to: • Build a digital ecosystem of data for the planet; • Shift market incentives and consumer behaviours through digital channels; • Enhance e-governance through inclusive policy development, digital literacy, innovation support and stakeholder engagement. With this, we are extremely pleased to share the job openings for the two new senior positions within the Digital Transformation programme: • Chief Digital Officer (D1) <https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=176994> based in Nairobi who will lead this pioneering new programme and implement UNEP’s digital transformation strategy. • Digital Transformation Programme Coordinator (P5) <https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=172145> based in Nairobi who will conduct internal coordination across all divisions and regions, strategic planning, resource mobilization, impact monitoring and reporting. These two positions will be the senior management anchor for the new Digital Transformation programme and for the Digital Accelerator Lab. They will also play key roles for UNEP within the Coalition for Digital Environmental Sustainability (CODES) <https://www.sparkblue.org/CODES/> and the implementation of the Action Plan for a Sustainable Planet in the Digital Age <https://www.sparkblue.org/system/files/2022-03/Draft_CODES_Action_Plan_V7_2…> . We are looking for individuals with bold visions for digital sustainability, a commitment to human-centered design, experience with exponential digital innovation, and high comfort levels with calculated risk taking and digital disruption. Please kindly share with your respective networks and fellow digital transformation pioneers. Any questions can be directed to UNEP-HR-Outreach(a)un.org. Kind regards, *David Jensen* Coordinator, UNEP Digital Transformation Task Force Co-champion of the Coalition for Digital Environmental Sustainability (CODES) *UN Environment Programme* International Environment House, Geneva 11-15 Chemin des Anémones, 1219 Telephone: +41 22 917 8167 Twitter: @davidedjensen Skype: davidedwardjensen _______________________________________________ Igfregionals mailing list Igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org To unsubscribe or manage your options please go to http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfregionals_intgovforum.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] How social platforms affect political discourse
by Barrack Otieno 19 Apr '22

19 Apr '22

Hi Listers, Interesting discourse in light of what is happening locally as we prepare for the elections. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Sat, Apr 16, 2022 at 4:40 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] How social platforms affect political discourse To: Internetpolicy@Elists. Isoc. Org <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> This article contends that social platforms have had negative effects on political discourse in the USA: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/05/social-media-democracy… It confirms what McChesney found earlier: http://boundary2.org/2015/04/08/the-internet-vs-democracy/ And is consistent with what Doctorow says: http://www.boundary2.org/2021/04/richard-hill-the-curse-of-concentration-re… Best, Richard _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into your member profile at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/Entity/MyProfile, go to the Preferences tab and edit your email consent and general channels. Changes may take up to 3 hours to take effect. - 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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Why SIM card re-registration is a flawed process — The Standard
by Mutemi wa Kiama 17 Apr '22

17 Apr '22

By Mugambi Laibuta The silence by the Data Commissioner over the issues raised by subscribers is worrying. It should have provided clear directions to the service providers on how to proceed with the re-registration. https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001443364/why-sim-card-re-… Warm regards, Mutemi wa Kiama Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social Accountability Entrepreneur, Strategic Planning & Organizational Development Facilitator, Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, Human Rights Defender, #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead

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SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2019
by James Mbugua 15 Apr '22

15 Apr '22

Listers, I am not sure if I am being paranoid but the SIM card re-registration order ostensibly by CA (Communications Authority) and which has mobile operators asking us to te-register our SIM cards by April or risk being deregistered, seems like regulatory overreach. CA says under the SIM Registrations regulations of 2015, MNOs are required to update their registers with details including ID documents and photo IDs. The reason given, ostensibly, is that many had their SIM details registered before that law came into place. Speaking of laws coming into operation, the Data Protection Act, itself came into effect in 2019. Significantly long after the said regulations. In seeking to protect privacy and personal data, the DPA requires Data Minimisation where personal data collected should be: "adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which they are processed (‘data minimisation’);" Sec. 25(d) DPA, 2019 This means that data that the controller does not really need to achieve a specific purpose, should not be collected. Biometric information such as Passport Photos that the Operators will take and store,for example, are in my opinion, surplus to requirements. The identification of the subscriber can be done without collection of intrusive biometric data for example by using national IDs. CA explicitly asks that the operators verify details with the Integrated Personnel Registry System. so collection of biometric data to me is disproportionate and cannot meet the threshold of lawful basis. Being the later law, and by the Huduma Number case precedent, the data minimisation provisions of the DPA, 2019 in my opinion hold primacy and in fact impliedly, repeal or render unlawful, the requirements for photo taking for SIM registration in the 2015 regulations. 2. Data Protection Impact Assessment. Another question I would have for the CA, the Data Commissioner and mobile operators, is if, as per the precedent sent by Justice Ngaah in the Katiba Institute v. MoICT & others regarding the need for the conduct of a Data Processing Impact Assessment, has been carried out in this instance when CA proposes to have collected the data of more than 30 million subscribers including biometric data. I think this is a plain case of flouting judicial guidance viz a viz when DPIAs should be carried out and CA should have had this carried out first before issuing the said directive. Regards, James G. Mbugua Data Privacy Consultant & Tech Policy Blogger @jgmbugua <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com>

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Happy Easter Holidays!
by David Indeje 15 Apr '22

15 Apr '22

[image: Easter .jpg] Dear Listers, Easter brings Happiness and freshness of love. Happy Easter to you and your family from the KICTAnet family to yours. *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 29
by Adrian Teri 13 Apr '22

13 Apr '22

Good day Ali, You stated M-Pesa is a bank but I digress. Let's wait and see what tomorrow brings on the fuel crisis with GOK having outstanding payments of KES ~14.5B to OMCs and most likely sharp price increases from the scrap of the subsidy all together. On a light note - Mpesa doesn't need a banking license. It's already a > bank! whether they admit it or not. There is an English saying that goes - > If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, then it is likely that it > is a duck! 😅 > Regards, Adrian Teri ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2022 14:44:32 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 24 > Adrian > > I'm going to try and see if I can explain a few things for you and others > that may think that Mpesa is some magical thingi and the greatest Houdini > in the financial world. 😅 > > *1. Adrian:* It might quack like a duck but the holy grail is the ability > to create currency out of thin air via lending. m-pesa is a mobile money > service. In addition, why do they need CBA which became NCBA for m-shwari > (A deposits and loan facility)? Also with KCB and the former for Fuliza(An > overdraft facility)? Lastly, why does #Saf operate under a special license > from the CBK, unlike the rest who have banking sector charters? > > *Answer:* Whatever money you have in your Mpesa account is > mirrored accurately in some custodial accounts in a bank (in this case KCB > and NCBA). Mpesa is a bank in as much as the tech powers mobile money and > mobile banking for banks. However, it is NOT A BANK in the traditional > manner therefore it CAN NOT lend money or accept deposits hence the > partnership with NCBA (for Mshwari) and KCB (for KCB Mpesa). Borrowing and > lending are a function of a bank whose regulator in Kenya is the Central > Bank of Kenya. Mpesa on the other hand has a PSP (Payment Service > Provider) <http://goog_1756310681>License. > <https://www.centralbank.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Payment-Service-Pr…> > from the CBK. > > 2. Adrian: The surprise is how this moat has been built under the noses of > traditional banks. The unbanked will be now banked and I don't see a reason > for the CBK to refuse such a proposition for financial inclusion and better > visibility of what is commonly phrased as "Kenya's hidden economy". > > *Answer: *You are absolutely correct in this observation. Banks across > Africa have been caught napping. The Mobile Money space, however, is > entering dangerous ground from the face of it. Mpesa now has a 99.5% market > share of the market. On the face of it. If you dig deeper, however, you > will find that despite Mpesa's phenomenal success, cash is still king in > Kenya. > <https://www.the-star.co.ke/business/kenya/2019-08-19-cash-payment-still-kin…> So > instead of competitors complaining let them go and convert the remaining > customers into Mobile Money users. > > 3. Developments I have seen today across the continent - *https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-telco-mtn-gets-approval-to-open-a-bank-in-nigeria-3779704 > <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-te…>* > > *Answer*: True. In Nigeria however, they took the India Model. The > Payment Service Banks are not true banks. They are just glorified, Mobile > Money Operators. :-) See below:- > > MTN granted a PSB License by the Central Bank of Nigeria > <https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alihkassim_mpesa-momo-mpesa-activity-6919287…> > > > > *Ali Hussein* > > Fintech | Digital Transformation > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > > Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely > mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the > organizations that I work with. > > > On Tue, Apr 12, 2022 at 11:14 PM Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Good day Ali, >> >> Surprised you haven't watched this piece by #KTNNews. >> >> *https://youtu.be/5nG2Dq_GuFE <https://youtu.be/5nG2Dq_GuFE>* >> >> It might quack like a duck but the holy grail is the ability to create >> currency out of thin air via lending. m-pesa is a mobile money service. In >> addition, why do they need CBA which became NCBA for m-shwari(A deposits >> and loan facility)? Also with KCB and the former for Fuliza(An overdraft >> facility)? Lastly, why does #Saf operate under a special licence from the >> CBK unlike the rest who have banking sector charters? >> >> The surprise is how this moat has been built under the noses of >> traditional banks. The unbanked will be now banked and I don't see a reason >> for the CBK to refuse such a proposition for financial inclusion and better >> visibility to what is commonly phrased as "Kenya's hidden economy". >> >> Developments I have seen today across the continent - *https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-telco-mtn-gets-approval-to-open-a-bank-in-nigeria-3779704 >> <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-te…>* >> >> I have been saying the following 3 things for some time though in shorter >> prose and pple don't seem to get them*. *Each can span a hearty >> afternoon's conversation ... >> >> *"Gov'ts, especially federal/national ones, don't need taxes to fund >> spending. In fact, spending comes first then taxes are coerced and >> collected later! Paper notes are burnt and coins restamped!"* >> >> >> * &&* >> >> *"Banks don't lend deposits, It's reserves! *They need them to balance >> their books & comply with the law! The Money Multiplier myth is moot as >> loans create deposits.The conversation delves much deeper but The sole & >> meaningful issuer of currency is the gov't and its designated >> agents(Central Banks) who create money when they spend. They are a literal >> monopoly of a nation's currency!*"* >> >> * &&* >> >> *"The gov't is neither a private company, household nor an individual. >> Stop dumbing down economic discussions with such analogies/examples!"* >> >> >> Regards, >> Adrian Teri >> >> >> On Tue, 12 Apr 2022 at 15:59, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> wrote: >> >>> Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> >>> To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit >>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>> or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to >>> kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> >>> You can reach the person managing the list at >>> kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> >>> When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific >>> than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." >>> Today's Topics: >>> >>> 1. Re: KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 17 (Ali Hussein) >>> >>> >>> >>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>> From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> >>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>> Cc: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> >>> Bcc: >>> Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:57:34 +0300 >>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 17 >>> Adrian >>> >>> Just curious about your statement below:- >>> >>> *"...but It's apparent even from MJ's interview with #KTNNews that >>> m-pesa is seeking to transition to be a fully-fledged bank."* end >>> quote. >>> >>> Could you kindly give us some more information on this? Where did you >>> get this idea from? And if you have it, could you share MJ's clip on this >>> particular subject? >>> >>> My understanding about banking licensing is that you don't start >>> collecting customer information before you are authorized to do so. >>> Generally, prudential guidelines are very strict on this. >>> >>> On a light note - Mpesa doesn't need a banking license. It's already a >>> bank! whether they admit it or not. There is an English saying that goes - >>> If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, then it is likely that >>> it is a duck! 😅 >>> >>> >>> *Ali Hussein* >>> >>> Fintech | Digital Transformation >>> >>> >>> Tel: +254 713 601113 >>> >>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>> >>> Skype: abu-jomo >>> >>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>> <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely >>> mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the >>> organizations that I work with. >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Apr 12, 2022 at 3:29 PM Adrian Teri via KICTANet < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> Seems like #Saf suffers from the same ailments like GOK in >>>> communicating effectively? Or were they taking advantage of the situation >>>> as citizens fear gov't? The Chief of Risk Management & Security at #Saf >>>> points to enhancing security but It's apparent even from MJ's interview >>>> with #KTNNews that m-pesa is seeking to transition to be a fully fledged >>>> bank. >>>> >>>> >>>> https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/videos/sim-card-registration-why-saf… >>>> >>>> Regards, >>>> Adrian Teri >>>> >>>> >>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>>>> From: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> >>>>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>>> Cc: >>>>> Bcc: >>>>> Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:07:04 +0300 >>>>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 11 >>>>> Good day all, >>>>> >>>>> There is something remiss and I see it unravelling rather quickly and >>>>> badly. The CA is a gov't commission, essentially a creature of GoK. What's >>>>> the purpose of Huduma namba while one still pays a facilitation fee of >>>>> 1,050/= for numerous services in ecitizen only for them to collect the same >>>>> data they did for the mass registration of huduma namba(fingerprints, photo >>>>> and I even think an e signature was part of it too)? A Déjà vu to the >>>>> Huduma Namba exercise where the gov't was simply unable to communicate that >>>>> were upgrading our IDs from biographic to biometrics? >>>>> >>>>> Why waste productive capacity and man hours to duplicate data multiple >>>>> times? Are your fingerprints & birth certificate changing? And even in >>>>> aspects that do like your area of residence, contact details, marital >>>>> status, assets etc. if there are 2 or more institutions requiring such info >>>>> will you continue to trudge across all of them to update your details? >>>>> >>>>> I do believe the CA has technical people and in IT we know you can >>>>> design an IDP or SSO-like system where you centralize(Just like the Huduma >>>>> namba's aka "single source of truth") storage and management of your user's >>>>> digital identities. In this analogy it would be a gov't institution/corp >>>>> asserting you are who you claim to be(authentication). >>>>> >>>>> Regards, >>>>> Adrian Teri >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>>>>> From: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >>>>>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>>>> Cc: >>>>>> Bcc: >>>>>> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:07:03 +0300 >>>>>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, >>>>>> 2019 >>>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>>>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to >>>>>> re-register. Because photograph was the only missing link that was never >>>>>> taken in previous initial registration >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>>>>> From: Kathy Mwai <kathymwai(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>>>> Cc: >>>>>> Bcc: >>>>>> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:47:46 +0300 >>>>>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, >>>>>> 2019 >>>>>> @Mwendwa, apparently there's an electronic signature as well. I >>>>>> called Safaricom earlier this is what they told me: They will scan the ID, >>>>>> take a passport photo, and electronic signature 🤔 >>>>>> >>>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022 at 21:08, Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs >>>>>>>> does not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to >>>>>>> re-register. Because photograph was the only missing link that was never >>>>>>> taken in previous initial registration >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and >>>>>>> institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet >>>>>>> is a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology >>>>>>> sector. Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity >>>>>>> Building, Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> 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. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>>>> engagement platform. >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -- >>>>>> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> “The Communications Authority did not order the telecommunications >>>>>> companies to register all SIM card holders afresh,” Chiloba exclusively >>>>>> told *The Standard.* >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> *Chiloba said the telecommunications companies that asked all Kenyans >>>>>> to re-register their lines, were “overzealous”, saying: “That’s not what we >>>>>> asked them to do.”* >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> *The Director-General says the mobile service providers opted for a >>>>>> knee-jerk reaction after CA demanded that all the service providers must >>>>>> provide updated lists of all their registered customers by April 15, 2022.* >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sat, Apr 9, 2022 at 12:19 AM Gachungi, Lydia via KICTANet < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Good people, so what is the current position?. Asking from Addis and >>>>>>> wondering since my sim card was already registered and when I dial *106# it >>>>>>> verifies I am registered, do I need to re-register? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Kind regards >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Lydia >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> *From:* KICTANet <kictanet-bounces+l.gachungi= >>>>>>> unesco.org(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> *On Behalf Of *Mwendwa Kivuva via >>>>>>> KICTANet >>>>>>> *Sent:* 08 April 2022 21:07 >>>>>>> *To:* Gachungi, Lydia <l.gachungi(a)unesco.org> >>>>>>> *Cc:* Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >>>>>>> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION >>>>>>> ACT, 2019 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> CAUTION: This email is external from UNESCO. Please be vigilant on >>>>>>> its sender and content. ATTENTION : Cet e-mail est externe à >>>>>>> l'UNESCO. Soyez vigilant sur son expéditeur et contenu. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>>>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to >>>>>>> re-register. 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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 24
by Adrian Teri 13 Apr '22

13 Apr '22

Good day Ali, Surprised you haven't watched this piece by #KTNNews. *https://youtu.be/5nG2Dq_GuFE <https://youtu.be/5nG2Dq_GuFE>* It might quack like a duck but the holy grail is the ability to create currency out of thin air via lending. m-pesa is a mobile money service. In addition, why do they need CBA which became NCBA for m-shwari(A deposits and loan facility)? Also with KCB and the former for Fuliza(An overdraft facility)? Lastly, why does #Saf operate under a special licence from the CBK unlike the rest who have banking sector charters? The surprise is how this moat has been built under the noses of traditional banks. The unbanked will be now banked and I don't see a reason for the CBK to refuse such a proposition for financial inclusion and better visibility to what is commonly phrased as "Kenya's hidden economy". Developments I have seen today across the continent - *https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-telco-mtn-gets-approval-to-open-a-bank-in-nigeria-3779704 <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/south-african-te…>* I have been saying the following 3 things for some time though in shorter prose and pple don't seem to get them*. *Each can span a hearty afternoon's conversation ... *"Gov'ts, especially federal/national ones, don't need taxes to fund spending. In fact, spending comes first then taxes are coerced and collected later! Paper notes are burnt and coins restamped!"* * &&* *"Banks don't lend deposits, It's reserves! *They need them to balance their books & comply with the law! The Money Multiplier myth is moot as loans create deposits.The conversation delves much deeper but The sole & meaningful issuer of currency is the gov't and its designated agents(Central Banks) who create money when they spend. They are a literal monopoly of a nation's currency!*"* * &&* *"The gov't is neither a private company, household nor an individual. Stop dumbing down economic discussions with such analogies/examples!"* Regards, Adrian Teri On Tue, 12 Apr 2022 at 15:59, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 17 (Ali Hussein) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:57:34 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 17 > Adrian > > Just curious about your statement below:- > > *"...but It's apparent even from MJ's interview with #KTNNews that m-pesa > is seeking to transition to be a fully-fledged bank."* end quote. > > Could you kindly give us some more information on this? Where did you get > this idea from? And if you have it, could you share MJ's clip on this > particular subject? > > My understanding about banking licensing is that you don't start > collecting customer information before you are authorized to do so. > Generally, prudential guidelines are very strict on this. > > On a light note - Mpesa doesn't need a banking license. It's already a > bank! whether they admit it or not. There is an English saying that goes - > If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, then it is likely that it > is a duck! 😅 > > > *Ali Hussein* > > Fintech | Digital Transformation > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > > Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely > mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the > organizations that I work with. > > > On Tue, Apr 12, 2022 at 3:29 PM Adrian Teri via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> Seems like #Saf suffers from the same ailments like GOK in communicating >> effectively? Or were they taking advantage of the situation as citizens >> fear gov't? The Chief of Risk Management & Security at #Saf points to >> enhancing security but It's apparent even from MJ's interview with #KTNNews >> that m-pesa is seeking to transition to be a fully fledged bank. >> >> >> https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/videos/sim-card-registration-why-saf… >> >> Regards, >> Adrian Teri >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>> From: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> >>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>> Cc: >>> Bcc: >>> Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:07:04 +0300 >>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 11 >>> Good day all, >>> >>> There is something remiss and I see it unravelling rather quickly and >>> badly. The CA is a gov't commission, essentially a creature of GoK. What's >>> the purpose of Huduma namba while one still pays a facilitation fee of >>> 1,050/= for numerous services in ecitizen only for them to collect the same >>> data they did for the mass registration of huduma namba(fingerprints, photo >>> and I even think an e signature was part of it too)? A Déjà vu to the >>> Huduma Namba exercise where the gov't was simply unable to communicate that >>> were upgrading our IDs from biographic to biometrics? >>> >>> Why waste productive capacity and man hours to duplicate data multiple >>> times? Are your fingerprints & birth certificate changing? And even in >>> aspects that do like your area of residence, contact details, marital >>> status, assets etc. if there are 2 or more institutions requiring such info >>> will you continue to trudge across all of them to update your details? >>> >>> I do believe the CA has technical people and in IT we know you can >>> design an IDP or SSO-like system where you centralize(Just like the Huduma >>> namba's aka "single source of truth") storage and management of your user's >>> digital identities. In this analogy it would be a gov't institution/corp >>> asserting you are who you claim to be(authentication). >>> >>> Regards, >>> Adrian Teri >>> >>> >>> >>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>>> From: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >>>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>> Cc: >>>> Bcc: >>>> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:07:03 +0300 >>>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, >>>> 2019 >>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>> >>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>> >>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >>>> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >>>> previous initial registration >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>>> From: Kathy Mwai <kathymwai(a)gmail.com> >>>> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>> Cc: >>>> Bcc: >>>> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:47:46 +0300 >>>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, >>>> 2019 >>>> @Mwendwa, apparently there's an electronic signature as well. I called >>>> Safaricom earlier this is what they told me: They will scan the ID, take a >>>> passport photo, and electronic signature 🤔 >>>> >>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022 at 21:08, Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>>> >>>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>>> >>>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >>>>> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >>>>> previous initial registration >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>> >>>>> 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. >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>> engagement platform. >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>> >>> >>> >>> “The Communications Authority did not order the telecommunications >>>> companies to register all SIM card holders afresh,” Chiloba exclusively >>>> told *The Standard.* >>>> >>>> >>>> *Chiloba said the telecommunications companies that asked all Kenyans >>>> to re-register their lines, were “overzealous”, saying: “That’s not what we >>>> asked them to do.”* >>>> >>>> >>>> *The Director-General says the mobile service providers opted for a >>>> knee-jerk reaction after CA demanded that all the service providers must >>>> provide updated lists of all their registered customers by April 15, 2022.* >>>> >>>> On Sat, Apr 9, 2022 at 12:19 AM Gachungi, Lydia via KICTANet < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Good people, so what is the current position?. Asking from Addis and >>>>> wondering since my sim card was already registered and when I dial *106# it >>>>> verifies I am registered, do I need to re-register? >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Kind regards >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Lydia >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> *From:* KICTANet <kictanet-bounces+l.gachungi= >>>>> unesco.org(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> *On Behalf Of *Mwendwa Kivuva via >>>>> KICTANet >>>>> *Sent:* 08 April 2022 21:07 >>>>> *To:* Gachungi, Lydia <l.gachungi(a)unesco.org> >>>>> *Cc:* Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >>>>> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION >>>>> ACT, 2019 >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> CAUTION: This email is external from UNESCO. Please be vigilant on >>>>> its sender and content. ATTENTION : Cet e-mail est externe à >>>>> l'UNESCO. Soyez vigilant sur son expéditeur et contenu. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>> >>>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >>>>> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >>>>> previous initial registration >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> 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/ggithaiga%40kictanet.… >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>> >>>>> 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. >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>> engagement platform. >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Grace Githaiga >>>> KICTANet Convenor >>>> >>>> KICTANet portals >>>> KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter >>>> <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn >>>> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook >>>> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> 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/josiah.mugambi%40gmai… >>>> >>>> >>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>> >>>> 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. >>>> >>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>> engagement platform. >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Josiah Mugambi >>> _______________________________________________ >>> KICTANet mailing list >>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> KICTANet mailing list >> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 17
by Adrian Teri 13 Apr '22

13 Apr '22

Seems like #Saf suffers from the same ailments like GOK in communicating effectively? Or were they taking advantage of the situation as citizens fear gov't? The Chief of Risk Management & Security at #Saf points to enhancing security but It's apparent even from MJ's interview with #KTNNews that m-pesa is seeking to transition to be a fully fledged bank. https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/videos/sim-card-registration-why-saf… Regards, Adrian Teri ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Adrian Teri <adriateri(a)gmail.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:07:04 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 11 > Good day all, > > There is something remiss and I see it unravelling rather quickly and > badly. The CA is a gov't commission, essentially a creature of GoK. What's > the purpose of Huduma namba while one still pays a facilitation fee of > 1,050/= for numerous services in ecitizen only for them to collect the same > data they did for the mass registration of huduma namba(fingerprints, photo > and I even think an e signature was part of it too)? A Déjà vu to the > Huduma Namba exercise where the gov't was simply unable to communicate that > were upgrading our IDs from biographic to biometrics? > > Why waste productive capacity and man hours to duplicate data multiple > times? Are your fingerprints & birth certificate changing? And even in > aspects that do like your area of residence, contact details, marital > status, assets etc. if there are 2 or more institutions requiring such info > will you continue to trudge across all of them to update your details? > > I do believe the CA has technical people and in IT we know you can design > an IDP or SSO-like system where you centralize(Just like the Huduma namba's > aka "single source of truth") storage and management of your user's digital > identities. In this analogy it would be a gov't institution/corp asserting > you are who you claim to be(authentication). > > Regards, > Adrian Teri > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:07:03 +0300 >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2019 >> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>> >>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does not >>> require photo of subscriber to be taken >>> >>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>> >> >> >> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >> previous initial registration >> >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Kathy Mwai <kathymwai(a)gmail.com> >> To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:47:46 +0300 >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2019 >> @Mwendwa, apparently there's an electronic signature as well. I called >> Safaricom earlier this is what they told me: They will scan the ID, take a >> passport photo, and electronic signature 🤔 >> >> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022 at 21:08, Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>>> >>>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does >>>> not require photo of subscriber to be taken >>>> >>>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>>> >>> >>> >>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >>> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >>> previous initial registration >>> _______________________________________________ >>> KICTANet mailing list >>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>> >>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >>> >>> >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>> >>> 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. >>> >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>> engagement platform. >>> >> >> >> -- >> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* >> >> _______________________________________________ >> KICTANet mailing list >> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > > > “The Communications Authority did not order the telecommunications >> companies to register all SIM card holders afresh,” Chiloba exclusively >> told *The Standard.* >> >> >> *Chiloba said the telecommunications companies that asked all Kenyans to >> re-register their lines, were “overzealous”, saying: “That’s not what we >> asked them to do.”* >> >> >> *The Director-General says the mobile service providers opted for a >> knee-jerk reaction after CA demanded that all the service providers must >> provide updated lists of all their registered customers by April 15, 2022.* >> >> On Sat, Apr 9, 2022 at 12:19 AM Gachungi, Lydia via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Good people, so what is the current position?. Asking from Addis and >>> wondering since my sim card was already registered and when I dial *106# it >>> verifies I am registered, do I need to re-register? >>> >>> >>> >>> Kind regards >>> >>> >>> >>> Lydia >>> >>> >>> >>> *From:* KICTANet <kictanet-bounces+l.gachungi= >>> unesco.org(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> *On Behalf Of *Mwendwa Kivuva via >>> KICTANet >>> *Sent:* 08 April 2022 21:07 >>> *To:* Gachungi, Lydia <l.gachungi(a)unesco.org> >>> *Cc:* Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >>> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, >>> 2019 >>> >>> >>> >>> CAUTION: This email is external from UNESCO. Please be vigilant on its >>> sender and content. ATTENTION : Cet e-mail est externe à l'UNESCO. >>> Soyez vigilant sur son expéditeur et contenu. >>> >>> >>> >>> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>> >>> >>> >>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does not >>> require photo of subscriber to be taken >>> >>> >>> >>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >>> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >>> previous initial registration >>> _______________________________________________ >>> 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/ggithaiga%40kictanet.… >>> >>> >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>> >>> 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. >>> >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>> engagement platform. >>> >> >> >> -- >> Grace Githaiga >> KICTANet Convenor >> >> KICTANet portals >> KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter >> <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn >> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook >> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/josiah.mugambi%40gmai… >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> > > > -- > Josiah Mugambi > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Digital Tax set to increase
by Victor Kapiyo 13 Apr '22

13 Apr '22

Kenya plans to double tax on foreign tech giants like Amazon, Netflix, Twitter and PayPal which use the internet to market and sell products, a signal that Nairobi is hardening its stance against the US-backed global minimum rate on multinationals. The Treasury has proposed to increase digital tax service (DST) to three percent of the gross value of online transactions in the financial year starting July from the current 1.5 percent through the Finance Bill 2022. https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/kenya-to-double-tax-on-big-t…

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 11
by Adrian Teri 12 Apr '22

12 Apr '22

Good day all, There is something remiss and I see it unravelling rather quickly and badly. The CA is a gov't commission, essentially a creature of GoK. What's the purpose of Huduma namba while one still pays a facilitation fee of 1,050/= for numerous services in ecitizen only for them to collect the same data they did for the mass registration of huduma namba(fingerprints, photo and I even think an e signature was part of it too)? A Déjà vu to the Huduma Namba exercise where the gov't was simply unable to communicate that were upgrading our IDs from biographic to biometrics? Why waste productive capacity and man hours to duplicate data multiple times? Are your fingerprints & birth certificate changing? And even in aspects that do like your area of residence, contact details, marital status, assets etc. if there are 2 or more institutions requiring such info will you continue to trudge across all of them to update your details? I do believe the CA has technical people and in IT we know you can design an IDP or SSO-like system where you centralize(Just like the Huduma namba's aka "single source of truth") storage and management of your user's digital identities. In this analogy it would be a gov't institution/corp asserting you are who you claim to be(authentication). Regards, Adrian Teri ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:07:03 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2019 > On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >> >> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does not >> require photo of subscriber to be taken >> >> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >> > > > Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. > Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in > previous initial registration > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Kathy Mwai <kathymwai(a)gmail.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 21:47:46 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] SIM CARD REGISTRATION & DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2019 > @Mwendwa, apparently there's an electronic signature as well. I called > Safaricom earlier this is what they told me: They will scan the ID, take a > passport photo, and electronic signature 🤔 > > On Fri, 8 Apr 2022 at 21:08, Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> On Fri, 8 Apr 2022, 19:20 Mutindi Muema via KICTANet, < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Gobsmaked in deed 💯 >>> >>> The CA has finally stated today that kica SIM registration regs does not >>> require photo of subscriber to be taken >>> >>> Full interview on Youtube here https://youtu.be/-SpW2rFhYxQ >>> >> >> >> Meaning then if you ever registered, you will not need to re-register. >> Because photograph was the only missing link that was never taken in >> previous initial registration >> _______________________________________________ >> KICTANet mailing list >> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> > > > -- > *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* > > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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SURVEY: Persons with Disabilities questionnaire
by David Indeje 11 Apr '22

11 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, KICTANet together with United Kingdom's Digital Access Program is developing a cyber hygiene curriculum and key messaging intended for marginalised populations. This survey intends to collect information on how people with disabilities in your programs operate in the digital world. We shall appreciate your participation in the survey. Kindly click on the link to participate. https://bit.ly/3LS1bwT *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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WHO Will CALL THE SHOT? Data Minimisation Culture
by David Indeje 11 Apr '22

11 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, The last week has been a roller coaster for most Kenyans. This is based on the many numerous consumer queries on the SIM Registration directive from the Communications Authority. Many times, we have been discussing why we need a *DATA MINIMISATION CULTURE* in Kenya. Is it time we brought on board all players to advance this subject? We should normalise using **106#* to know whether your Identity Card is registered on their lines. If it is not, you need to register afresh. Above all, as a reminder, you have 4 days remaining to validate your SIM Card if it is not registered. PS: Emerging regulation of content, data and consumer rights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_UVQczmbfU&t=324s&ab_channel=KICTAnet *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Fwd: [IGF] IGF Newsletter: March 2022
by Keith Andere 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Colleagues who are keen on Internet Governance Forum, this might be of interest to you, especially that this year's edition is on African soil. Apologies for possible duplication. Regards Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: IGF Secretariat <info(a)intgovforum.org> Date: Tue, Apr 5, 2022 at 7:46 PM Subject: [IGF] IGF Newsletter: March 2022 To: IGF Secretariat <info(a)intgovforum.org> *MARCH 2022 / THE IGF NEWSLETTER* IGF 2022 Overarching Theme & Themes Intersessional Activities & NRIs: PNs & BPFs Announced Capacity Development Syllabus for Schools on Internet Governance Published IGF Expert Group Meeting in New York IGF 2022 Second Open Consultations & MAG Meeting For Your Action! Key Dates & Deadlines ------------------------------ *IGF 2022 Overarching Theme & Themes * Following its First Open Consultations and Meeting <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-first-open-consultations-an…> of the 2022 planning cycle, the IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) has decided on an overarching theme for the 17th IGF: “Resilient Internet for a Shared Sustainable and Common Future”. The banner title references both the UN’s *2030 Sustainable Development Agenda <https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/>* and *Our Common Agenda <https://www.un.org/en/un75/common-agenda>*. In parallel, the constituent themes of the meeting have been conceived to closely align with the calls to action of the UN Secretary-General’s proposed *Global Digital Compact <https://www.un.org/en/content/common-agenda-report/assets/pdf/Common_Agenda…>. *The five themes <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-themes> this year, which will guide upcoming calls for session proposals and the structure of the IGF programme, are “Connecting All People and Safeguarding Human Rights”; “Avoiding Internet Fragmentation”; “Governing Data and Protecting Privacy”; “Enabling Safety, Security and Accountability”; and “Addressing Advanced Technologies, including AI”. Read More Here <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-themes> ------------------------------ *[image: A close-up of a guitar Description automatically generated with low confidence]* *Intersessional Activities & NRIs: PNs & BPFs Announced* *Policy Networks & Best Practice Forums (BPFs)* A new IGF PN on Internet Fragmentation (PNIF) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-internet-fragmenta…> is being introduced this year, while the PN on Meaningful Access (PNMA) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-meaningful-access-…> will continue in 2022, as will the BPFs on Cybersecurity <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/bpf-cybersecurity> and on Gender & Digital Rights <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-bpf-gender-and-digital-righ…>. All are invited to contribute to these continuing and emergent intersessional work streams <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/thematic-intersessional-work>, and sign up to their mailing lists <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/sign-up-and-contribute-to-igf-mailin…> . *Dynamic Coalitions (DCs)* There’s an issue-based DC for everyone: Children’s Rights <http://intgovforum.org/content/dynamic-coalition-on-childrens-rights-in-the…>, Community Connectivity <http://intgovforum.org/content/dynamic-coalition-on-community-connectivity-0>, Internet of Things <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-the-internet-of-thin…>, Data Driven Health Technologies <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-data-driven-health-t…> , and Public Access in Libraries <http://intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-public-access-in-lib…>, are only some of the 22 coalitions to explore. Learn about their work <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/explore-dynamic-coalitions>. DCs collaborate throughout the year, including through coordination meetings <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/dc-coordination-activities>, which this year are set to focus on strengthening the involvement of coalitions in the IGF meeting programme planning, increasing links with other intersessional activities, and raising the profile of DC outputs, among other issues. See coalitions’ joint update <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/36/21179> to the IGF Expert Group Meeting (EGM) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>. More Information on the DCs Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/explore-dynamic-coalitions> *National, Regional and Youth IGF **I**nitiatives (NRIs)* The network of national, regional and youth IGF initiatives continues to meet regularly and discuss joint activities ahead of the global IGF in Addis Ababa. Substantive areas of mutual interest are mapped and looked at holistically by the NRIs to focus their sessions on. “Safeguarding and strengthening the core principles of a trusted Internet” will be the topic of the NRIs main session, while a selection of topics for collaborative sessions is underway. See the top ranked digital themes <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/248/21186> across NRIs, and check out the NRIs status update <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/252/21171> provided to the IGF EGM <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>. More Information on the NRIs Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-nris%C2%A0preparatory-proce…> ------------------------------ [image: Graphical user interface, website Description automatically generated] *Syllabus for Schools on Internet Governance Published * This newly-published syllabus <https://intgovforum.org/en/filedepot_download/253/21174> is an advisory document for convening a school on or teaching Internet governance, and can be used as a general reference guide on the structure of IG courses. Developed by the IGF Secretariat together with the community of Schools on Internet Governance (SIGs) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/dynamic-coalition-on-schools-of-inte…> around the world, the syllabus contains sections on core IG modules, teaching methods, and how to find the expertise that’s right for your course. Not limited to IG practitioners and students, any professional and interested groups are encouraged to browse this resource. *The syllabus is currently under review by the Dynamic Coalition on Schools on Internet Governance (DC-SIG) and the broader community.* More Here <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/supporting-sigs> ------------------------------ *[image: A group of people sitting at a table with laptops Description automatically generated with medium confidence]* *Capacity Development* IGF capacity development activities are expanding on the significant results achieved in 2021, with plans for: capacity development workshops, support to remote hubs, support to IGF participants and session organizers, and cooperation with schools on Internet governance as well as systematic engagement with legislators and youth. More Information on the Capacity Development Page <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-capacity-development-0> ------------------------------ [image: A group of people sitting at a table with laptops Description automatically generated with medium confidence] *IGF Expert Group Meeting in New York* The IGF’s Expert Group Meeting (EGM) <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm>, held 31 March to 1 April, has wrapped up at the Permanent Mission of Finland in New York. The gathering of more than 30 multistakeholder and international experts <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/egm-participants> discussed the future of the IGF in the context of ever-evolving digital cooperation, including initiatives by the UN, such as the *Roadmap for Digital Cooperation <https://www.un.org/en/content/digital-cooperation-roadmap/>* and envisioned *Global Digital Compact <https://www.un.org/en/content/common-agenda-report/assets/pdf/Common_Agenda…>*. A report of the meeting and its recommendations will be made available in the coming weeks. EGM background documents <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/egm-background-reading> and other resources are available online. ------------------------------ *IGF 2022 Second Open Consultations & MAG Meeting* The Second Open Consultations and Meeting of the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) <https://intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-second-open-consultations-and-m…> will take place on 6-8 July 2022 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. Registration and other details are forthcoming on the IGF homepage <https://intgovforum.org/en>. ------------------------------ *For Your Action! * Sign up to IGF Mailing Lists <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/sign-up-and-contribute-to-igf-mailin…> Watch the IGF 2022 Space <https://www.intgovforum.org/en> for Upcoming Public Calls ------------------------------ *Key Dates and Deadlines * *5 April | *Virtual MAG Meeting III *7 April | *MAG Working Group on Strategy Meeting See the Full IGF Calendar <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/calendar> ------------------------------ *Please feel free to share * *this newsletter with others.* ------------------------------ *Follow us * <https://twitter.com/intgovforum> <https://www.facebook.com/IntGovForum> <https://www.youtube.com/user/igf> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/185833270@N04/> <https://www.instagram.com/intgovforum/?hl=en> ________________________________ 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*.* -- *Kind Regards,* *Keith ANDERE* Internet 4 Development *"The internet could be a very positive step towards education, organisation and participation in a meaningful society." ~ Noam Chomsky*

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KES 15.6 Billion Allocated to ICT
by David Indeje 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Listers, Kenya’s Finance Minister Presented a KSh3.31 trillion Budget for FY2022/23. Key to note, he said the ICT sector is key as it has the potential to accelerate economic recovery and improve livelihood. As a result, the ICT sector was allocated KES 15.6 billion. How it was split: 1. KES 620 Mn for govt shared services 2. Konza Data Center - KES 5.2 Bn for Infrastructure development and KES 3.8 Bn for the development of the data center. 3. KES 2.7 Bn maintenance of last-mile connectivity 4. KES 2.2 Bn National Optic Fibre Backbone (NOFBI) Phase 2 5. KES 1.4 Bn Eldoret-Nakodok fibre optic cable *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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KENYA is Not Alone
by David Indeje 10 Apr '22

10 Apr '22

Listers, If you are a Kenyan, what is your stand on SIM card Registration? Online, people are 'up in arms" kwa ground, it is a different picture. Why are African governments blocking phone lines of citizens? https://aje.io/d7a823

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A study paper on human-centered cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector
by David Indeje 08 Apr '22

08 Apr '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Cybersecurity does not only involve the protection of systems and technology but also extends to the all-around protection of users, their intangible values, physical security, and ensuring non-disruption of their daily critical activities. It is for this reason that KICTANet, in collaboration with Trust4Cyber Flagship Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, prepared “A study paper on human-centered cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector.” The study maps out the cybersecurity landscape in Kenya and focuses on the financial sector. It also advocates for a human-centric approach to cybersecurity. Here is a link to the paper and so much more from our policy briefs https://www.kictanet.or.ke/policy-briefs/ *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Application for IEBC Accreditation as Election Observers
by David Indeje 08 Apr '22

08 Apr '22

Dear Listers, The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has given us (KICTANet) and they are giving us an opportunity to be Long-Term Election Observers for the period before, during, and after the August 9th, 2022 General Election. Those interested in this initiative, kindly share with us your: 1. Your Name as it appears on the ID 2. Passport -size photograph in soft copy (.png/.jpg/.jep formats) 3. Telephone number 4. Copy of your ID Any interested person to send the details to nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke or dindeje(a)kictanet.or.ke on or before 9 May 2022 to give sufficient time to complete the process. If your documents are with us already, kindly let us know. *All the data we collect adheres to the KICTANet Privacy Statement available here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/ <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/>. By submitting the information requested, you consent to our collection and processing of the information for the specific purpose outlined above.* *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Your Contact Lists and Privacy
by Adrian Teri 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Good Day all, Do you pause to ask yourself if you're violating the agency and privacy of individuals in your contact list even in apps that need them to function? A la social media apps. https://restofworld.org/2022/how-truecaller-built-a-billion-dollar-id-data-… Regards, Adrian Teri

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Child Online Protection
by Watoto Watch Network 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Make your voice heard, Public Consultation on Industry Guidelines for Child Online Protection and Safety in Kenya. The guidelines are available on Communications Authority website,see below link. https://www.ca.go.ke/public-consultation-on-industry-guidelines-for-child-o… Deadline to give your input, 22nd April 2022. Thanks. Kind regards, Lillian Kariuki (Executive Director of Watoto Watch Network) 2nd Floor, Ngong Hills Business Center, Ngong Rd, Nairobi P.O BOX 535-00517, Nairobi, Kenya *Tel:* +254 701 077 955 *Email*: Lillian(a)watotowatchnetwork.org *Website* : www.watotowatchnetwork.org watotowatchnet watotowatchnetwork <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#m_-3135496477689208555_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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VIDEO: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 05 Apr '22

05 Apr '22

Dear Listers, We held a successful webinar last week on the success we have have had and how we can build a better and effective ICT sector post COVID 19. Below is the link to the webinar. Kindly, subscribe to our channel as more interesting conversations will be uploaded. https://youtu.be/nDi2zgZliEc

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Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 04 Apr '22

04 Apr '22

Dear Listers, Our Webinar will start at 11am. If you have not registered yet, kindly do so as per the details below. *Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrsPlace Zoom Webinar: * https://bit.ly/3tLbcWo

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 28
by Adrian Teri 04 Apr '22

04 Apr '22

Any response/details from *Safaricom* on this? It's been ~2 months now. Here are a couple more from last month: - https://twitter.com/GMONEYizME/status/1505956691304763392?s=20&t=jYXxOcC4h9… and, - https://twitter.com/XZBeats/status/1506118402410225664?s=20&t=jYXxOcC4h9L_6… As we have established and conceded that a phone number is important for authentication especially for gov't services and thus, the real world stakes have grown bigger. Borrowing from the Internet, why shouldn't all the telcos adopt a Domain Name like System (DNS) for purchasing a mobile line? A model like Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificates may also be incorporated to thoroughly assure operational and physical existence. I don't know if The ODPC has been pronounced on this matter but they should as subscribers are getting access to information without consent that may be personally identifiable (PII) and it's also not theirs. Under Chapter 4 - The Bill of Rights, Article 31 articulates every person has the right to privacy relating to their family or private affairs and also their communications. A relatively small fee would be needed for each year(or minimum period to be determined by the telco?). I recognise a similar problem to IPv4 addresses as telcos have fixed prefixes(fixed resources) assigned to them but it's an even bigger challenge as we don't want the reuse of these numbers. I foresee a cascade of protocols and rules that would need to be implemented e.g an individual can only have 1 line, a business 3-5 ..etc. I have cautiously avoided the leased lines route as they are blatantly exorbitant. Even though I pose this challenge to #Safaricom, I don't believe it's their sole responsibility to effect such changes. A conversation starter that will include the CA in their responsibility of managing numbering resources? I hope it does so. I wonder why #Safaricom supports *eSims* but you have to visit a physical store to activate it. With The CBK pushing for a *CBDC* and competition for *m-pesa *to be more *interoperable *I no longer see a mobile line being a shackle to use services aka *high switching costs*. Why does one need to visit a shop *physically* to activate an eSim unlike other jurisdictions where it's not the case? Yes there will be a rise of risks such as *sim swaps *as evidenced in other jurisdictions where a user exercises controls of their mobile line subscriptions via web platform or app. However, this presents a learning & improvement opportunity from their pitfalls to forge a better path. For* Safaricom *customers who have swapped/ported to eSims any negative experiences such as signal loss, call drops and/or issues with* m-pesa*? There were issues when #Safaricom started to roll out the *011* prefix - *https://gadgets-africa.com/2020/12/02/safaricoms-011-prefix-phone-numbers/ <https://gadgets-africa.com/2020/12/02/safaricoms-011-prefix-phone-numbers/>* We've already seen "problems" with issues such as you must always log out of your *m-pesa* app before changing your sim card or more prevalently reselling/handing down your device - *https://nation.africa/kenya/business/technology/m-pesa-why-you-must-always-log-out-before-changing-sim-card-3605912 <https://nation.africa/kenya/business/technology/m-pesa-why-you-must-always-…>.* I chalk this up this to inadequate sensitization/education and/or poor UX flows. All in all, I believe this is why #Safaricom hires the best brains to discover, elicit, analyse, architect and implement solutions to problems. Lastly, @Stephen Chege for 3 months (Since January) why have my folks been getting *monthly *messages from #Safaricom to recharge a line or else they lose it. From a reply dated *7th Sept 2020*, you stated that #*Safaricom* adheres to the global best practice set out by the ITU of topping up a line once every 90 days in order to be considered active. Is this not the case anymore? Your full reply is here - *https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2020-September/036191.html <https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2020-September/036191.html>* . Regards, Adrian Teri

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

31 Mar '22

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

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by David Indeje 31 Mar '22

31 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, On 29th March 2022, Meta and KICTANet convened a stakeholder engagement bringing together various civil society groups to discuss emerging concerns on the use of social media in the upcoming 2022 elections. This was a hybrid event with over 70 online and physical participants. It used the Chatham House Rule to allow participants to express themselves freely. Here is a link to the key highlights from the event. https://bit.ly/3K0FmdW *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Enabling Telecom Regulatory Frameworks for #CommunityNetworks in Africa.
by David Indeje 30 Mar '22

30 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Ms. Josephine Miliza, KICTANet's Africa policy coordinator for the APC-LOCNET project, has written on "Enabling Telecom Regulatory Frameworks for #CommunityNetworks in Africa." She shares examples from Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe where she argues that even with the progress, the policy and regulatory environments in many African states are still unsupportive thus threatening the scalability and sustainability of community networks. The essence of #CommunityNetworks is more than the infrastructure. It’s giving communities power to self-determination, to build/adapt/use technologies that reflect their values, needs, and priorities. The Local Networks (LocNet) initiative, is being led by APC in partnership with Rhizomatica. Here is the link https://bit.ly/3DlG56W [image: v.jpg] *NB:* Kindly, do not forget to join our Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era. Examine the issues, effects & impact of the pandemic on the sector & identify priority actions to promote ICT sector growth and greater inclusion in Kenya. The registration link is: http://bit.ly/3tLbcWo *#BetterICTinKenya * *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Webinar: Building ICTs Better in a Post #COVID19 Era
by David Indeje 29 Mar '22

29 Mar '22

[image: KIC.jpg] Dear Listers, We cordially invite you as we examine the issues, effects & impact of the pandemic on the sector & identify priority actions to promote ICT sector growth and greater inclusion in Kenya. The increased adoption of digital services has led to an increased demand for digital services, affordable devices but also put a strain on internet infrastructure. It has also resulted in a push for more affordable, accessible, and secure broadband internet access. The pandemic has also highlighted the increasing digital divide, especially for the digitally excluded communities and marginalized groups. *Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrsPlace Zoom Webinar: * https://bit.ly/3tLbcWo *#BetterICTinKenya* *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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E.U. Takes Aim at Big Tech’s Power With Landmark Digital Act
by Mutemi wa Kiama 25 Mar '22

25 Mar '22

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

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

24 Mar '22

Dear Listers, Kindly do not forget to register for our next Thought Leadership Forum. This will be held virtually. Details are as below: Building ICTs Better in a Post-COVID-19 Era Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrs Place Zoom Webinar: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/building-icts-better-in-a-post-covid-19-era/ *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Call for KIGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG)
by Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu 23 Mar '22

23 Mar '22

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

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WEBINAR: Building ICTs Better in a Post-COVID-19 Era
by David Indeje 22 Mar '22

22 Mar '22

Dear Listers, KICTANet Thought Leadership Series scheduled for Date: 31 March 2022 | Time: 1100hrs – 1330hrs will be held virtually and it will be focusing on Building ICTs Better in a Post-COVID-19 Era. KICTANET welcomes you to be part of the discussion. It is a follow-up on what was held early in the month " Prioritizing Privacy KICTANet Thought Leadership Series" <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmdvoc8Valo&ab_channel=KICTAnet> To register, kindly use the link below: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/building-icts-better-in-a-post-covid-19-era/ "The main objectives of the meeting are to amplify the understanding and engagement on the issues, challenges, effects and impact of COVID-19 on Kenya’s ICT Sector; and to review progress and priority actions, measures, and best practices to promote the development of the ICT sector post-COVID-19. The expected outcome is to identified priority actions, measures, and best practices to promote the development of the ICT sector post-COVID-19." *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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#PersonalDataAndElections2022: Policy Brief
by David Indeje 18 Mar '22

18 Mar '22

[image: image.png] *Dear Listers,* A few days ago, we were asked: "What is the IEBC planning to do about these aspirants who have defied digital privacy laws, stolen voters' cell phone numbers from goodness knows where, and now they are assaulting us with endless and unwelcome SMS pitches?!? CA and KICTANET what is your take? via Joyce Nyairo <https://bit.ly/3MZpF8F>. In responding to the question, we have published our latest policy brief "Personal Data & Elections 2022". It assesses how the implementation of the Data Protection Act, 2019 impacts the 2022 Kenyan elections. According to the authors, Victor Kapiyo and Tevin Mwendwa, unlike previous elections, the 2022 election will be the first to be held with a comprehensive data protection law in place. The brief underscores the mandate of the IEBC to compile and maintain a roll of registered voters in the country at the ward, constituency, and national level. It will also be It will be imperative that entities such as the IEBC, Registrar of Political Parties and telco companies, and political parties conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIA). Below is the link: https://bit.ly/3626RVW *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Digital Identification: Huduma Bill
by David Indeje 14 Mar '22

14 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, In February 2022, Kenya's Parliament held public hearings on the 2021 amendment of the Huduma Bill. Where are we in this discourse? KICTANet was not left behind in representing views from all the sectors. We submitted a memorandum on The Huduma Bill 2021 as part of a coalition of Kenyan civil society organisations with expertise in issues of identification, civil registration, nationality rights, data protection and privacy, minority rights, children’s rights, human rights, and other related issues. Here is the link https://bit.ly/3pXtEJ9 Subsequently, our Policy Brief No.5, August 2020 by Prof. Sylvia Kang’ara "Digital Identification Law in Kenya: The State of Play". The brief makes a number of recommendations, chief among them being the need to take into account and ensure compliance with the directives of the High Court. https://bit.ly/3KJvUMa *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Celebrating the #IWD2022: Highlights from KICTANet
by Grace Githaiga 08 Mar '22

08 Mar '22

Dear Listes As we celebrate World International Women’s day (iwd2022 <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=iwd2022&highlightedUpdateUr…> ), a day set aside to celebrate <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=celebrate&highlightedUpdate…> women <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=women&highlightedUpdateUrns…>’s achievements in social, economic, cultural, and political spheres, I would like to share what KICTANet <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/> has contributed toward gender equity on the Internet <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=internet&highlightedUpdateU…> . KICTANet's efforts are focused on strengthening women's digital rights, and in line with the 2022 IWD’s theme #BreakTheBias <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=breakthebias&highlightedUpd…>, our Angela Minayo <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACUNdKkBBTVv-Ns-cpYaWFT_PoZb4d_RvB0> shares the highlights in this blog post. International Women's Day: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/international-womens-day/ Rgds GG -- Grace Githaiga KICTANet Convenor KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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FRESH: A study paper on human-centred cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector
by David Indeje 03 Mar '22

03 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, We just had a very interactive session during the launch of our study paper on 'human-centred cybersecurity: Kenyan Fintech sector' that was commissioned by Trsut4Cyber-Flagship with the support of our partners. "This study maps the cybersecurity landscape in Kenya with a focus on the financial sector, and advocates for a humancentric approach in cybersecurity. It also provides the Kenyan country context in legislation, stakeholders, and the financial sector noting the increased access, use and adoption of ICTs in the country, which were facilitating the digital payments in the country, and whose value continued to grow as e-commerce became mainstream." The 38-page document is worth reading and KICTANet invites further comments. https://bit.ly/3vBc5SA *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Launch of "A study paper on human-centred Cybersecurity: Kenyan FinTech sector"
by David Indeje 03 Mar '22

03 Mar '22

Dear Listers, KICTANet is pleased to announce that it will be launching *“A study paper on human-centred cybersecurity: Kenyan FinTech sector”* which was commissioned by Trust4Cyber-Flagship <https://toolkit-digitalisierung.de/en/trust4cyber/> on: *Thursday, 3rd March4.00 – 5.30 pm EAT (2 – 3.30 pm CET)* We extend an invitation to join us and discuss the outcomes of the study and its recommendation to the government, private sector development partners and civil society. *Agenda* - *Welcoming *– Salomé Eggler, Head of Digital Transformation Centre Kenya (5 min.) - *Presentation of the outcomes/recommendations* of the study paper – Ali Hussein, Chairman Board of Trustees at Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) and Executive Board Member at Africa Fintech Network, (10-15 min.) - *Commenting* *of recommendations* from different sectors (30 min.): - Government (Communications Authority Kenya) - Civil society (Nanjira Sambuli, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace) - and private sector (Catherine Muraga, Stanbic Bank) - Moderation: Grace Githaiga, KICTANet - *Question + Answer* (30 min.) - *Closing* – Deborah Klein, Trust4Cyber-Flagship (5 Min.) *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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BRANCH INTERNATIONAL & CENTURY LTD FIRESIDE CHAT
by Francis Monyango 02 Mar '22

02 Mar '22

Dear Listers, I would like to invite you to a fireside chat this evening in honour of the partnership between Branch International and Century Limited at the Ihub, 6th floor Senteu Plaza. Galana / Lenana Road starting from 6pm to 8pm. In attendance will be the CEO, Matt Flannery and the Chief Product Officer Daniel Jung. See you there.

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FYI KENYAN< Connecting the Unconnected: South Africa Edition.
by David Indeje 02 Mar '22

02 Mar '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Ms Catherine Kyalo, Africa Regional Coordinator for Community Networks, KICTANet has some interesting announcements <https://bit.ly/3ICHlo8> to make. 1. South Africa plans to provide 10GB of free data to every SA household, regardless of income bracket. This move is part of the key objective of the SA Connect Broadband Policy. 2. The SA Connect policy is targeting 80% broadband access to communities and government facilities. 3. Can Kenya follow suit and reopen its WOAN discussions, to avail high-spectrum to retail and small-scale network providers in the move to support digital inclusion through community networks? For more about what KICTANet has been doing around #CommunityNetworks, kindly read here. <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/what-we-do/community-networks/> *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Alexa, I want to talk to a doctor
by David Indeje 01 Mar '22

01 Mar '22

Listers, When COVID-19 hit Kenya two years ago ( time moves fast), there was a lot of talk around surveillance, intrusion into ones privacy. KICTANet was not left behind together with partners, Article 19 and Policy, we dug deeper to understand - "Unseen Eyes, Unheard Stories..." https://youtu.be/oSi0scwRpa8 On the bright side, Kenya begun to embrace telemedicine, a novel idea. Indeed, an exponential rise with how we are engaging with digital health services via smartphones ( now competing with over the counter concept). In the US, users can call a Dr via voice courtesy of Amazon Alexa. Is it time we embraced telehealth visits in Kenya? https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/28/22950636/amazon-alexa-telehealth-teladoc…

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Missed our #KictanetSeries Webinar? Full Recording Now Live
by David Indeje 28 Feb '22

28 Feb '22

[image: ODPC.jpg] Dear Listers, You can now access our “Prioritizing Privacy: What Next for the ODPC and the ICT Sector? On behalf of KICTANet, we appreciate all the attendees and the interactive session that you all made to be successful. For those who missed it and those who would like to revisit, You can now access the full webinar recording and the presentation slides online. See the link below kindly do not forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel for more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmdvoc8Valo&ab_channel=KICTAnet *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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BLOG: Inheritance of personal data: the future of succession in the metaverse
by David Indeje 28 Feb '22

28 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, Amrit Labhuram Legal Researcher has authored an interesting piece " Inheritance of personal data: the future of succession in the metaverse" He shares the technology around metaverse, data protection case studies within different jurisdictions and gives emphasis that: "The concept of inheritance of personal data in the metaverse may be extremely abstract at the time of writing this blog. However, it is crucial to anticipate and develop solutions for the adversities that await us in the future." https://bit.ly/3tm5yc2 *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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CBK seeks linking Lipa na M-Pesa with Airtel
by Victor Kapiyo 27 Feb '22

27 Feb '22

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) will launch a national payment system that will force Safaricom to accept cash from rival firms such as Airtel on its Lipa na M-Pesa, enabling a seamless transfer of money through merchants. Read more: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/markets/market-news/cbk-seeks-linkin… *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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Program Advisor Opportunity for the Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building
by Nanjira Sambuli 23 Feb '22

23 Feb '22

Dear all, See below for a consultancy gig alert. — The Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE) is looking an advisor for the program team of the global Conference for Cyber Capacity Building taking place in November 2022. This position is for a period of 10 months. The expected starting date is March 1st 2022. Background To adequately support and secure digital transformation all countries should engage and invest in building cyber capacity. Cyber capacity building (CCB) is a key enabler of sustainable and resilient digital development. Much has been done to promote best practices in CCB but insufficient awareness among key decision-makers and a lack of resources sometimes hinders implementation. There is an urgent need for high-level collaboration. To drive this forward, the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE), CyberPeace Institute, World Bank and World Economic Forum have joined forces to organize the Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building 2022 to advance, operationalize and collaborate on CCB. The Conference will be hosted by World Bank in late November 2022. This conference will bring together high-level decision-makers, senior working-level representatives from government agencies and experts from across the public sector, private sector and civil society to accelerate: · current multi-stakeholder cooperation; · establish a Global Coalition on Cyber Resilience for Development and an international CCB agenda; · raise decision-makers’ awareness of how cybersecurity and CCB support digital, social and economic development. Role The Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building aims to raise the profile and allocation of resources for cyber capacity building as a core enabler of digital development and prosperity. A key enabler to achieving this ambition is effective coordination and leadership regarding the conference’s organization. As part of the governance structure of the Global Conference, three teams will be formed: the Program team (responsible for conference program), the Communication team and the Event (logistics) team. The program advisor will be part of the program team of this conference, and works with the Communications team and the Event team. Duties and Responsibilities - Help design the program and synthetize inputs from the GFCE community and the event organizers. - Describe the objectives, key questions for the program elements (panels; workshops, etc). - Support with the preparations of key conference outcomes like the chair statement and global agenda. - Support the selection of Conference speakers, moderators and participants. Candidate profile: requirements, qualifications and skills The successful candidate will have: - Graduate or master’s degree in one of the following: (cyber) security studies, international relations, economics or other relevant field; - A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of cyber and/or digital capacity building, either at national or international level; - Experience working with international donors across industry, government and the wider international digital and/or cyber sector. - Professional, confident, self-motivated, punctual, flexible, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a multi-national team. - The ability to think strategically and innovatively; Desirable - Experience in writing, implementing and/or directly advising on the creation of a program for an international conference; - Project advisory role in an International Organization focused on or around telecommunications, digital and/or cyber security. Place of employment A flexible remote working policy. How to apply Please send a covering letter outlining your motivation in applying for the role, addressed to David van Duren, GFCE Secretariat Director, plus your CV to contact(a)thegfce.org <mailto:contact@thegfce.org>. *The GFCE is an equal opportunities employer and accepts applications without distinction on the grounds of age, race, political, philosophical or religious conviction, sex or sexual orientation and regardless of disabilities, marital status or family situation

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WEBINAR: Prioritizing Privacy: What Next for the ODPC and the ICT Sector?
by David Indeje 23 Feb '22

23 Feb '22

Dear Listers, More slots remain for our scheduled webinar on Feb 24, 2022. We shall be engaging the Data Protection Commissioner and we shall have an opportunity to listen to progress made. The engagement aims to identify and build consensus on priority actions and strategies that will enable the ODPC and the ICT stakeholders promote greater privacy and data protection in 2022. Register 👇 https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_00gjJhWoQ1WoMV9fYxtqtw

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Invitation: Digital Infrastructure and Data for Elections in Kenya - Webinar and Conference
by Daudi Were 22 Feb '22

22 Feb '22

Full details in the posters attached. Information and communication technologies play a critical role in the administration and organisation of modern elections. The use of digital technologies has grown to encompass the entire electoral process. As Kenya enters the homestretch towards the 2022 General Elections, preparations are underway by various key stakeholders towards holding credible, peaceful, free and fair electoral processes. Journalists For Justice (JFJ), working with the Angaza Movement, seeks to support the promotion of transparency, verifiability, legitimacy, and meaningful public participation in electoral processes in Kenya. The Angaza Movement is a national & grassroots movement by a consortium of civic & human rights organisations towards electoral integrity and political accountability in Kenya. JFJ is hosting a webinar today Tuesday 22 February and conference tomorrow Wednesday 23 February to explore the key ICT issues around elections in Kenya. We will examine the state of ICT preparedness of key institutions and demystify the digital expertise, processes, and infrastructure that can be used to deliver a successful election in Kenya. We will highlight issues that should be on the national agenda around the state of ICT preparedness of key institutions towards the holding of credible elections in 2022. Please join us at today's webinar and tomorrow's half day conference. Webinar: Today 22 February 2022 Time: 12 noon - 13:30 Moderator: James Smart - Panelist: Timothy Oriedo, Chief Data Scientist Predictive Analytics Lab - Panelist: Monica Nthiga, Regional Director-Eastern and Southern Africa, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team - Panelist: Jones Baraza, Founder and Director, Swift Intellect Limited Link: https://tinyurl.com/3r2dzyks Conference: Tomorrow 23 February 2022. Time: 09:00 - 13:00 Venue: The Emory Hotel, Kandara Rd, Kileleshwa The Conference will also stream on the JFJ Facebook and Youtube pages https://www.facebook.com/JournalistsForJustice/ Speakers Include: - Barrack Otieno, Africa Top Level Domains Organisation - Fiona Asonga, Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK) - Churchill Otieno, Nation Media Group - Dan Kwach, Africa Data Centres - Monica Nthiga, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team - Timothy Oriedo, Predictive Analytics Lab - Grace Githaiga, Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) - Patrick Gathara - The Elephant - Jones Baraza, Swift Intellect Limited - Kwamchetsi Makokha, Journalists for Justice -- Daudi Were | daudi(a)were.co.ke Building technology used to serve the public good

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Fwd: Fw: Fellowship Program AFRIKA KOMMT!
by Grace Githaiga 21 Feb '22

21 Feb '22

Dear Listers This might be of interest to some young entrepreneurs. Kind regards GG ------------------------------ Dear colleagues, Please send the call to young people who might be interested in participating in the programme, e.g. young entrepreneurs such as the representatives of KICTANET etc. (Christoph and Jeanette had contacts with KICTANET and others). Maybe some of our mentrors or menties or our or our former fellows are also interested in the programme. Please send me a short feedback on the way forward- *Call for applications for the 11th Intake for the Fellowship Program AFRIKA KOMMT!. *The new intake of the fellowship programme AFRIKA KOMMT! - An Initiative of German Industry for Future Leaders from Africa, is beginning. At the heart of the one-year programme is an eight-month practical training in one of the participating companies in Germany, giving the African young professionals a great opportunity to gain first-hand experience in management practice in leading German companies. For more information you can access the program flyer via this link: <https://bit.ly/3LD9hdn>*https://bit.ly/3LD9hdn* <https://bit.ly/3LD9hdn>. Suitable candidates are invited to apply for the eleventh intake of AFRIKA KOMMT! running from 2022 – 2024. Applications can be submitted until 30.03.2022 only through the website *www.afrika-kommt.de* <http://www.afrika-kommt.de/> . Under ‘How to Apply’ <https://afrika-kommt.de/become-a-fellow/how-to-apply/> *https://afrika-kommt.de/become-a-fellow/how-to-apply/* <https://afrika-kommt.de/become-a-fellow/how-to-apply/> you will find more details on the specific requirements and the available fellowship placements. KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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MARK YOUR CALENDER: KICTANet Thought Leadership Series
by David Indeje 21 Feb '22

21 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, This is an event that we would encourage you to prioritise this week. *KICTANet Thought Leadership Series* *Date: Thursday 24 February 2022 | Time: 9:00am – 11:30am, via Zoom <https://us06web.zoom.us/webi%20onnar/register/WN_00gjJhWoQ1WoMV9fYxtqtw>Theme: “Prioritizing Privacy: What Next for the ODPC and the ICT Sector?* The main objectives of the meeting are to promote multistakeholder engagement of ICT stakeholders on privacy and data protection in Kenya; and, to identify and build consensus on priority actions and strategies to enable the ODPC and ICT stakeholders to promote greater privacy and data protection in 2022. The key recommendations from the meeting shall be consolidated into a policy brief which shall be shared with stakeholders. Kindly register using the link below: https://bit.ly/3s15D5k *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *

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TKash - a quick look at the mobile app
by Mbugua Njihia 17 Feb '22

17 Feb '22

Telkom Kenya launched the mobile app version of the mobile money service TKash. Here's what it looks like - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mbuguanjihia_quick-look-at-ui-features-in-te…

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KICTANet Thought Leadership Series
by David Indeje 16 Feb '22

16 Feb '22

Dear Listers, We welcome you to our thought leadership series. One next virtual session will give you an opportunity to listen to and share insights on "Prioritizing Privacy: What Next for the ODPC and the ICT Sector? *Date: Thursday 24 February 2022 | * *Time: 9:00am – 11:30am, via Zoom <https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_00gjJhWoQ1WoMV9fYxtqtw>* * For details and registration, kindly read https://www.kictanet.or.ke/prioritizing-privacy-what-next-for-the-odpc-and-… <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/prioritizing-privacy-what-next-for-the-odpc-and-…> * *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Kenya Elections: Voters and Data Privacy, Which Party are You In?
by David Indeje 16 Feb '22

16 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Kangema Parliamentary By-elections. September 17, 2012 PHOTO | IEBC Dear Listers., With the 2022 Kenyan elections on the horizon, the electoral body has concluded the voter registration exercise and is currently set to audit the voter register. On the other hand, do you know which party you have been registered under? Kindly do check out yourself, here <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/1/apply/1>. Are you mad you have been registered under the Azimio, UDA, TIP TIP, Jubilee or any other party and you would love to purge yourself from it? Worry not, you can self purge from that party here <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/2/apply/2>. You will have a 7 days grace period for the request to be approved. On a lighter note, who is resigning from the Listers Group to seek an electoral position? As part of our commitment to educate the public on data protection and privacy, below are useful links you read and share with your circles. 1. Digital identification law in Kenya: The State of Play <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/digital-identification-law-in-kenya-…> 2. Elections, Data, and Technology <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5l4dzTrSqI&ab_channel=KICTAnet> (Video) 3. Emerging regulation of content, data and consumer rights <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_UVQczmbfU&ab_channel=KICTAnet> (Video) *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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What Happens to Your Data When Your SIM Card Expires?
by David Indeje 16 Feb '22

16 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, The above screenshot is from Safaricom which was responding to an inquiry on what makes your SIM card expire. The question came as a result of a Twitter conversation from Ms Wamuyu Kariuki who apparently was out of the country and her SIM card expired. As a result, she was given another Sim card which 'apparently belonged to somebody and she apparently used to receive messages from the SIM card's contacts. *A. "I receive church contributions report every week for a church in Kisumu on the number attached to my Till Number. I know how much they collect every Sunday per district. How safe is this?"* *B. It’s was such an expensive and tedious affair to change my mobile number on all my online subscriptions that require authentication via mobile number for access. eCitizen, NHIF, NSSF, Bank, Email.* *Here is the thread link * https://twitter.com/wamuyunkariuki/status/1493789552217055236?s=20&t=gB7SP3… We understand the KYC process that any telco does when you intend to replace a lost SIM card, but in this scenario, it was a new line being bought once it was returned into circulation. Is it true then: *"The history cleared is only for the owner from previous to new. That’s why they have the SSSD code to check the line registration. However, the history of what loans, subscriptions and crimes committed if any is not cleared and that follows the new owner. KYC is business only."* I would like to know what process is used to determine how someone's number from the SIM card is fit to be re-circulated into the market and what happens to the history of its previous user? *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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#TakeOnTech: Data Security and the Role of The Data Commissioner
by David Indeje 14 Feb '22

14 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, For those in Nairobi, Kenya, it is a great sunny Saturday. I hope wherever you are, the weather is kind to you. This Sunday from 4.20 pm, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) we shall be hosting Madam Immaculate Kassait, Kenya's Data Commissioner tasked with implementing The Data Protection Act. For those who do not know, Kassait is Kenya’s first holder of the position with her main role being exercising oversight on data processing operations, promoting self-regulation among data controllers, promoting international cooperation in data protection-related issues, and conducting research on data processing development. Kindly, if you do have any questions on the subject, kindly share with *#GraceGithaiga* to make it worth it. If you missed our previous episode on Open government, Mr Philip Thigo - Advisor, Data and Open Government Connect was our guest. Here is the recording. https://bit.ly/3oIvHQq *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Inside Safaricom offers that rattled regulator, rivals
by Victor Kapiyo 11 Feb '22

11 Feb '22

The alleged sustained cutting of prices below that of competitors and below actual costs of services made it hard for Airtel to operate profitably and constituted anti-competitive behaviour, Airtel says. Airtel is among operators who are backing a decision by the CA to cut mobile termination rates (MTR) to Sh0.12 per minute from the current Sh0.99 per minute. Safaricom has been running promotions and special offers that has seen it price its per-minute voice services at a range of between Sh0.2 and Sh1, according to an analysis by the regulator. Read more: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/data-hub/inside-safaricom-offers-tha…

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Shortfalls of and Probable Solutions for Data Governance in East Africa
by David Indeje 11 Feb '22

11 Feb '22

[image: image.png] PHOTO| Manuel Geissinger | Pexels Listers, Something that KICTAnet prides itself in is seeing its Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSiG) Fellows <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/about-kictanet/kenya-school-of-internet-governan…> thrive and enrich the internet governance discourse. *KeSIG <https://kigf.or.ke/kesig/> is an introductory course covering technical, economic, legal and contemporary social issues brought about by the Internet and how they affect Kenyan decision making. It aims to build a critical mass of individuals advocating for Internet rights and freedoms through equipping the participants with the skills needed to participate meaningfully in local, regional and global policy discourse. It has been held annually since 2016. * Peter Mmbando, KeSIG and KeIGF Fellow 2020, from Tanzania, has written a paper "*The Shortfalls of and Probable Solutions for Data Governance in East Africa"* He argues that in East Africa, we need an infrastructure that is sufficient where data storage is managed on its own to reduce dependency and the need for capacity building through increased literacy on digital rights. *Link * https://bit.ly/3sAPUJl *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Software for improved governance and reproducible science
by Benson Muite 11 Feb '22

11 Feb '22

FOSDEM'22 is an online conference this coming weekend. Some talks that may be interesting to listers are: The public code devroom: https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/track/public_code/ includes a talk on an open source governance platform, https://decidim.org/ which is used by the city of Barcelona. A similar platform https://consulproject.org/en originally developed for Madrid is also used in Mogadishu.' The legal and policies devroom https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/track/legal_and_policy_issues/ includes a talk on the proposed European Digital markets act. A related talk on Digital sovereignty https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/event/misc_europe/ The community devroom includes a talk on OpenScienceKE: https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/event/community_open_science/

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 15
by Adrian Teri 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

The question that must be asked is how people *non-consensually* got registered as members of political parties. What does choosing either of the two resignation reasons mean? "Erroneously Registered" and "Remain Partyless". Why is my resignation "pending"? Scroll down on orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/dashboard and you might see a "*STAGE: PENDING RESIGNATION*". Can you be re-registered afterwards "erroneously"? Is an individual who has access to the ecitizen account the ONLY entity that has the ability/and right to register oneself as a member of a party? If not, why? Yours Kindly, Adrian ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Mutemi wa Kiama <eddiekiama(a)gmail.com> > To: lizkiarie(a)gmail.com, "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:42:30 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Kenya Elections: Voters and Data Privacy, Which > Party are You In? > There's one challenge with "resigning" from a party one never joined or > registered to in the first place via ecitizen. The ORPP data base only > captures that you were a member who has now resigned, not that your were > fraudulently presented as a party member by the party. > > Warm regards, > > Mutemi wa Kiama > > Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me > > Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! > > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social Accountability Entrepreneur, > Strategic Planning & Organizational Development Facilitator, > Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, Human Rights Defender, > > #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. > > The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) > Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. > > https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ > > Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com > > https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya > > https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt > > https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama > > http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya > > "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change > the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead > > On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, 14:53 Liz via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> Thanks for sending this information. I also did not know that I belong >> to a political party until read your email. >> I have now resigned from it. Wa! >> >> On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 13:44, Grace Githaiga via KICTANet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Kathy >>> I also did not know that I belonged to some party since May 5, 2020. I >>> have never bothered to check. But this is wrong! >>> >>> >>> >>> On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 1:16 PM Kathy Mwai via KICTANet < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> David, I had never checked which party I'm 'registered' under until >>>> now. I've always wondered what the flip side could be. Seeing as I have >>>> apparently been registered since July 2017 😂😂 if I wanted to run on that >>>> party, I could claim that as my membership right? As long as they don't ask >>>> me to pay for membership since 2017, then perhaps I could resign from this >>>> list to run for a position 😄. (It's wrong use of my information by >>>> eCitizen nevertheless even as I make light of it) >>>> >>>> On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 12:37, David Indeje via KICTANet < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> >>>>> [image: image.png] >>>>> Kangema Parliamentary By-elections. September 17, 2012 PHOTO | IEBC >>>>> >>>>> Dear Listers., >>>>> >>>>> With the 2022 Kenyan elections on the horizon, the electoral body has >>>>> concluded the voter registration exercise and is currently set to audit the >>>>> voter register. >>>>> >>>>> On the other hand, do you know which party you have been registered >>>>> under? Kindly do check out yourself, here >>>>> <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/1/apply/1>. >>>>> >>>>> Are you mad you have been registered under the Azimio, UDA, TIP TIP, >>>>> Jubilee or any other party and you would love to purge yourself from it? >>>>> Worry not, you can self purge from that party here >>>>> <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/2/apply/2>. You will have a 7 >>>>> days grace period for the request to be approved. >>>>> >>>>> On a lighter note, who is resigning from the Listers Group to seek an >>>>> electoral position? >>>>> >>>>> As part of our commitment to educate the public on data protection and >>>>> privacy, below are useful links you read and share with your circles. >>>>> >>>>> 1. Digital identification law in Kenya: The State of Play >>>>> <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/digital-identification-law-in-kenya-…> >>>>> >>>>> 2. Elections, Data, and Technology >>>>> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5l4dzTrSqI&ab_channel=KICTAnet> >>>>> (Video) >>>>> 3. Emerging regulation of content, data and consumer rights >>>>> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_UVQczmbfU&ab_channel=KICTAnet> >>>>> (Video) >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> *Kind Regards,* >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> *David Indeje *_____________________________________ >>>>> +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 >>>>> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>> >>>>> 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. >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>> engagement platform. >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> 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/ggithaiga%40kictanet.… >>>> >>>> >>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>> >>>> 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. >>>> >>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>> engagement platform. >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Grace Githaiga >>> KICTANet Convenor >>> >>> KICTANet portals >>> KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter >>> <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn >>> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook >>> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> 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/lizkiarie%40gmail.com >>> >>> >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>> >>> 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. >>> >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>> engagement platform. >>> >> >> >> -- >> Elizabeth Kiarie >> Tel:0722 737330 >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/eddiekiama%40gmail.com >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 12
by Adrian Teri 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

As the digital currency(Just a ledger) will be 1:1 to all other forms of money that CBK has the legal right to issue, the question I ask is why every adult/person who has reached the age of consent doesn't have an account directly with the #CBK. It'll avoid inefficiencies such as going through intermediaries or special purpose vehicles when a nation is writhing in economical crisis such as what the last 2 years has been. As Scott Galloway has said during the pandemic "we need to be very harsh on companies but compassionate on households and people. You put money in people's pockets and they will spend it!". It would also spare the theatrics like what we saw in the US of cheques/checks containing an individual's signature. Also an idea I have heard and thought of in matters UHC. It involves the gov't/CBK directly depositing/marking up funds in your account every fiscal year and if you don't exhaust it you get to spend it on a holiday or anything else. Yours Kindly, Adrian On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 13:47, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. Can Digital Currency Help Kenya? CBK Has a Discussion Paper > (David Indeje) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: David Indeje <davidindeje(a)gmail.com> > To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:43:43 +0300 > Subject: [kictanet] Can Digital Currency Help Kenya? CBK Has a Discussion > Paper > [image: image.png] > Listers, > > As Central Banks explore possibilities of rolling out 'Central Bank > Digitial Currency" - CBDC, Kenya is not being left out with an aim of > meeting its future payments needs in a digital economy. > > As a result, the Central Bank of Kenya has developed a discussion paper > centre on: > > > 1. Kenya’s Payments Landscape > 2. CBDC: Opportunities and Risks > 3. Overview of Other Jurisdictions’ CBDC Projects and > 4. Applicability of CBDC in Kenya > > > "It is quite apparent that CBDCs are receiving more attention than ever > before. However, a key point to note is that despite the traction in > attention, the motivations for the issuance of CBDCs vary across countries, > as do the policy approaches and technical designs. Further, CBDC design and > the potential benefits of a Kenyan CBDC remain unclear, similar to many > jurisdictions across the world. Issuing a CBDC could also pose considerable > risks." CBK at it Conclusion. Find a link to the paper > > https://www.centralbank.go.ke/uploads/discussion_papers/CentralBankDigitalC… > > > This leads us to "Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable Fintech Ecosystem > in Kenya" which looked at the current outlook, challenges and policy > options for the Fintech Sector in Kenya. > > > https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/towards-an-inclusive-and-sustainable… > > > Adios!! > > *Kind Regards,* > > > *David Indeje *_____________________________________ > +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 > <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/> > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 16
by Herbert Wamalwa 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

Thanks listers for this information sharing. I have promptly resigned from a party that I never registered for in the first place! Gosh! Kind regards, Herbert On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 17:33, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Kenya Elections: Voters and Data Privacy, Which Party are > You In? (Mwendwa Kivuva) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:06:32 +0300 > From: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Kenya Elections: Voters and Data Privacy, > Which Party are You In? > Message-ID: > <CAEhPqwqNJzj5JLKUq7n3p+QCKBdpTqrJOANZ3MWSihVQ= > jnDJQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Some conspiracies abound that if you login to e-citizen and click the > COMPLETE button, you get enrolled into a party by those managing the > platform. They sell your data to the highest bidder. > > ______________________ > Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya > https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva > > > On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 16:30, Kathy Mwai via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > @Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)kictanet.or.ke> looks like they finally > caught > > up with you. I've been in this party apparently since July 7th 2017. > Outta > > this world! > > > > @David Indeje <davidindeje(a)gmail.com> yes you're right I bet they'd take > > me through a litany of rules if I was to vie through this party. Let me > > inform my friends they could leave the various parties they've been > > inducted into as you indicated - without their knowledge!! Thanks for the > > heads up > > > > On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 13:43, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)kictanet.or.ke> > > wrote: > > > >> Kathy > >> I also did not know that I belonged to some party since May 5, 2020. I > >> have never bothered to check. But this is wrong! > >> > >> > >> > >> On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 1:16 PM Kathy Mwai via KICTANet < > >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> > >>> David, I had never checked which party I'm 'registered' under until > now. > >>> I've always wondered what the flip side could be. Seeing as I have > >>> apparently been registered since July 2017 ?? if I wanted to run on > that > >>> party, I could claim that as my membership right? As long as they > don't ask > >>> me to pay for membership since 2017, then perhaps I could resign from > this > >>> list to run for a position ?. (It's wrong use of my information by > >>> eCitizen nevertheless even as I make light of it) > >>> > >>> On Thu, 10 Feb 2022 at 12:37, David Indeje via KICTANet < > >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >>> > >>>> > >>>> [image: image.png] > >>>> Kangema Parliamentary By-elections. September 17, 2012 PHOTO | IEBC > >>>> > >>>> Dear Listers., > >>>> > >>>> With the 2022 Kenyan elections on the horizon, the electoral body has > >>>> concluded the voter registration exercise and is currently set to > audit the > >>>> voter register. > >>>> > >>>> On the other hand, do you know which party you have been registered > >>>> under? Kindly do check out yourself, here > >>>> <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/1/apply/1>. > >>>> > >>>> Are you mad you have been registered under the Azimio, UDA, TIP TIP, > >>>> Jubilee or any other party and you would love to purge yourself from > it? > >>>> Worry not, you can self purge from that party here > >>>> <https://orpp.ecitizen.go.ke/services/2/apply/2>. You will have a 7 > >>>> days grace period for the request to be approved. > >>>> > >>>> On a lighter note, who is resigning from the Listers Group to seek an > >>>> electoral position? > >>>> > >>>> As part of our commitment to educate the public on data protection and > >>>> privacy, below are useful links you read and share with your circles. > >>>> > >>>> 1. Digital identification law in Kenya: The State of Play > >>>> < > https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/digital-identification-law-in-kenya-… > > > >>>> > >>>> 2. Elections, Data, and Technology > >>>> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5l4dzTrSqI&ab_channel=KICTAnet> > >>>> (Video) > >>>> 3. Emerging regulation of content, data and consumer rights > >>>> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_UVQczmbfU&ab_channel=KICTAnet> > >>>> (Video) > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> *Kind Regards,* > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> *David Indeje *_____________________________________ > >>>> +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 > >>>> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/> > >>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>> KICTANet mailing list > >>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > >>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet > >>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ > >>>> > >>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at > >>>> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions > >>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a > >>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology > sector. > >>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity > Building, > >>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. > >>>> > >>>> 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. > >>>> > >>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy > >>>> engagement platform. > >>>> > >>> > >>> > >>> -- > >>> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* > >>> > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> 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/ggithaiga%40kictanet.… > >>> > >>> > >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions > >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a > >>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology > sector. > >>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity > Building, > >>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. > >>> > >>> 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. > >>> > >>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy > >>> engagement platform. > >>> > >> > >> > >> -- > >> Grace Githaiga > >> KICTANet Convenor > >> > >> KICTANet portals > >> KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter > >> <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn > >> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook > >> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> > >> > > > > > > -- > > *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* > > > > _______________________________________________ > > 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/kivuva%40transworldaf… > > > > > > KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions > > interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a > > catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology > sector. > > Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, > > Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. > > > > 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. > > > > KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy > > engagement platform. > > >

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Central Bank of Kenya digital currency
by Mwendwa Kivuva 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) announces the issuance of a Discussion Paper on Central Bank Digital Currency for public comments. The Discussion Paper examines the applicability of a potential Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in Kenya. It is part of CBK’s initiatives to ensure informed policy decisions regarding innovations. The Discussion Paper invites comments from the public to be considered when assessing the potential use case for CBDC in Kenya. DISCUSSION PAPER ON CBK DIGITAL CURRENCY. <https://www.centralbank.go.ke/uploads/discussion_papers/CentralBankDigitalC…> Rapid technological innovations and developments are accelerating the pace of digitalization. New digital payment methods have emerged to facilitate transactions, including CBDC, issued by central banks to serve as money in a digital form. Naturally, the balance of risks and benefits of CBDCs will vary from one economy to another. CBK has been closely monitoring these developments globally. Accordingly, CBK has prepared the Discussion Paper that outlines the evolution of payments globally and in Kenya and discusses recent digital payment methods including electronic money, CBDC, stable coins and other cryptocurrencies. It outlines Kenya’s payment landscape and assesses the potential applicability of CBDC. Further, it highlights the potential opportunities and risks presented by CBDC. To comprehensively evaluate the potential applicability of CBDC in Kenya, CBK requests for public comments on a number of questions. The written submissions or representations may be forwarded to the Director, Bank Supervision, P.O. Box 60000- 00200, Nairobi; hand-delivered to the Central Bank of Kenya Headquarters, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi; emailed to fin(a)centralbank.go.ke; or submitted here <https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iDnAe2MQA0q3bAMGlZhL4Ah…>to be received not later than Friday, May 20, 2022 at 5.00 p.m. ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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RightsCon Registration is Open!
by Bridget Andere 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

Hello colleagues, I am reaching out with some exciting news – registration for RightsCon <https://www.rightscon.org/> (June 6-10, 2022) is now open! Taking place entirely online and across every timezone, we invite you to join us from wherever you’re located. >From Monday, June 6 to Friday, June 10, RightsCon returns with a cutting-edge and interactive program that features 350+ sessions and new and improved spaces for showcasing, coordinating, and moving forward your work. Over five days, you’ll have access to hundreds of workshops, community consultations, fireside chats, networking social hours, private meetings and – new this year – our live RightsCon studio featuring newsroom-style conversations. Registration is available through the RightsCon 2022 platform <https://rightscon.summit.tc/> with early bird tickets available until March 11, 2022. To ensure RightsCon remains accessible and a welcoming space to all, we have both paid and free ticket options available to everyone. Visit our website <https://www.rightscon.org/register/> to find all the information you need to prepare for your RightsCon 2022 experience, including: ticket information, connectivity support and frequently asked questions. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me or get in touch with the RightsCon team directly at rightscon(a)accessnow.org. Hope to have you join us, Bridget. -- Bridget Andere, MCIArb Africa Policy Associate Access Now | accessnow.org Fingerprint: 9CDE 8540 3173 FBF0 A3ED 8CB4 6868 AFBB AF9B DC01 * Save the date, the 11th edition of RightsCon <https://www.rightscon.org/rundown/> will take place online from June 6-10, 2022 * *Subscribe* to the Access Now Express <https://www.accessnow.org/express>, our weekly newsletter on digital rights

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Can Digital Currency Help Kenya? CBK Has a Discussion Paper
by David Indeje 10 Feb '22

10 Feb '22

[image: image.png] Listers, As Central Banks explore possibilities of rolling out 'Central Bank Digitial Currency" - CBDC, Kenya is not being left out with an aim of meeting its future payments needs in a digital economy. As a result, the Central Bank of Kenya has developed a discussion paper centre on: 1. Kenya’s Payments Landscape 2. CBDC: Opportunities and Risks 3. Overview of Other Jurisdictions’ CBDC Projects and 4. Applicability of CBDC in Kenya "It is quite apparent that CBDCs are receiving more attention than ever before. However, a key point to note is that despite the traction in attention, the motivations for the issuance of CBDCs vary across countries, as do the policy approaches and technical designs. Further, CBDC design and the potential benefits of a Kenyan CBDC remain unclear, similar to many jurisdictions across the world. Issuing a CBDC could also pose considerable risks." CBK at it Conclusion. Find a link to the paper https://www.centralbank.go.ke/uploads/discussion_papers/CentralBankDigitalC… This leads us to "Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable Fintech Ecosystem in Kenya" which looked at the current outlook, challenges and policy options for the Fintech Sector in Kenya. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/towards-an-inclusive-and-sustainable… Adios!! *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-indeje/>

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Fwd: [NRIs List] IGF Expert Group Meeting
by Barrack Otieno 08 Feb '22

08 Feb '22

Listers, Might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anja Gengo <anja.gengo(a)un.org> Date: Fri, 4 Feb 2022, 6:41 pm Subject: [NRIs List] IGF Expert Group Meeting To: igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org <igfregionals(a)intgovforum.org> Dear All, United Nations ‎Secretariat will be convening an *IGF Expert Group Meeting (EGM)* at the end of March to consider how the IGF can contribute to ‎advancing digital cooperation and implementing proposed initiatives in this area within the ‎broader context of the ongoing process on strengthening and improving the IGF as a space for ‎global multistakeholder discussion on Internet policy issues. ‎ More information is available at: https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-expert-group-meeting-egm We have also issued a *call for input and a call for nominations* for the EGM. The deadline for submission is *28 February*. We would be grateful if you could spread the calls through your respective networks. 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

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Facebook advisory on sharing of private residential addresses and images
by Mwendwa Kivuva 08 Feb '22

08 Feb '22

Meta's Oversight Board has given guidance on policies related to the sharing of private residential addresses and images, and the contexts in which that information may be published on Facebook and Instagram. Among its recommendations, the Board advises that Meta: - Remove the exception that allows the sharing of private residential information when considered “publicly available.” - Create a specific communications channel for victims of doxing, which Meta respond to swiftly, and is available to people on and off of Meta’s platforms. - Consider violations of its Privacy Violations policy as “severe,” immediately suspending user accounts where the sharing of private residential information is clearly related to malicious action that creates a risk of violence or harassment. Read more <https://oversightboard.com/news/673967193790462-oversight-board-publishes-p…> https://oversightboard.com/news/673967193790462-oversight-board-publishes-p… ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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Safer Internet Day 2022
by nzambi kakusu 08 Feb '22

08 Feb '22

Dear Listers, Today, February 8 2022, is Safer Internet Day. The theme this year is “Together for a better internet”. The year marks the 19th edition of Safer Internet Day which commemorates a day for stakeholders to come together to bring attention and solidarity towards making the internet safer and better place for all, and more so, for children and young people. As part of our commitment to the day, KICTANet collaborated with the Cybersecurity Capacity Centre for Southern Africa (C3SA) <http://www.c3sa.uct.ac.za/c3sa/about> and EBotho Cyberspa <https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/EBotho-Digit…> ce <https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/EBotho-Digit…> and participated in a webinar to promote cybersecurity awareness for civil society organisations in sub-Saharan Africa. The session highlighted the key cyber harms faced by civil society, the state of digital rights and the key actions that civil society in the region need to undertake to prevent threats and promote the realisation of digital rights in the region. More…… https://www.kictanet.or.ke/celebrating-the-safer-internet-day/ Regards, Nzambi -- *jNzambiKakusu*

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 168, Issue 6
by Adrian Teri 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

Good day, I have gotten a text from #Safaricom that reads: Tired of promotional messages? Simply send an SMS to 100 to STOP Chargeable > Services and Promotional messages > >From the ToS and contracts one signs on when registering a line, do they mention you'll be used as a pinata for the marketing just like the assault that are billboards with some even having flashing lights. Have these legal documents been revised, if this wasn't present, just like what "internet" applications do? Is this a tyranny of the default? Should it be this way? I also haven't forgotten that #Safaricom wants to sell location data, the American Telco style *https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/corporate/companies/Safaricom-to-monetise-customer-location-data/4003102-5408828-dvf39cz/index.html <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/corporate/companies/Safaricom-to-moneti…>* Yours Kindly, Adrian ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2022 22:48:16 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Safaricom battling pricing power with CA > On this issue both entities are to blame:- > > 1. It is a regulatory requirement. Unfortunately, what entails an active > line is a moving target! > 2. The Telcos need to be sensitive and communicate. I too have lost a > line, not because it's not in use but because I had not bought airtime on > it! > > Regards > > *Ali Hussein* > > Fintech | Digital Transformation > > > Tel: +254 713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > > Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely > mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the > organizations that I work with. > > > On Tue, Feb 1, 2022 at 4:59 PM Barrack Otieno via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> Hi @Mutemi wa Kiama <eddiekiama(a)gmail.com> , >> >> Its quiet unfortunate, i hope the Communications Authority can weigh in >> on the issue, i would also like to get the perspective of listers working >> for the Telcos. >> >> Best >> >> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022 at 1:44 PM Mutemi wa Kiama <eddiekiama(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> This issue is very painful to me Barrack. I lost my REGISTERED modem >>> line that I had used for over 7 years this way. Shame on you Safaricom. >>> What's the use of line registration if you can't bother calling me on any >>> of my two other Safaricom lines to inform me of the pending loss? >>> #UshenziKE! >>> >>> Warm regards, >>> >>> Mutemi wa Kiama >>> >>> Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me >>> >>> Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! >>> >>> >>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> >>> Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social >>> Accountability Entrepreneur, Strategic Planning & Organizational >>> Development Facilitator, Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, >>> Human Rights Defender, >>> >>> #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. >>> >>> The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) >>> Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. >>> >>> https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ >>> >>> Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com >>> >>> https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya >>> >>> https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt >>> >>> https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama >>> >>> http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya >>> >>> "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can >>> change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever >>> has." ~Margaret Mead >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022, 11:54 Barrack Otieno via KICTANet < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> Many thanks James for saving my skin. @Ali Hussein >>>> <ahussein(a)kictanet.or.ke> i fully agree with you on the Simcard issue. >>>> Another small matter is the issue of lines being deleted after a few days >>>> because they have not been topped up. Can someone educate me on the >>>> rationale behind this issue, doesn't it contravene consumer rights? >>>> >>>> >>>> Regards >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022 at 9:22 AM James Mbugua via KICTANet < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> I doubt you will get any Kenyans arguing against cheaper calling >>>>> rates. That is where public interest lies... >>>>> >>>>> JG >>>>> >>>>> On Tue, 1 Feb 2022, 06:54 Ali Hussein via KICTANet, < >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> @Barrack Otieno <otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> >>>>>> The fact that the CA is a government entity doesn't necessarily mean >>>>>> they have the public interest at heart. What empirical evidence can you >>>>>> share with us that can confirm this? For example this message below that I >>>>>> keep on getting from Safaricom every month, despite the fact that I know >>>>>> I'm in compliance with this regulation. If you ask as the Safaricom peeps >>>>>> they say it's a regulatory requirement to send us repeat messages despite >>>>>> the fact that they (Safaricom) already have the details of my compliance in >>>>>> their database. >>>>>> >>>>>> Dear Customer, urgently visit an M-PESA Agent, Dealer, or Safaricom >>>>>> Shop with original ID to update your SIM registration. >>>>>> Dial *106# for lines registered to you >>>>>> >>>>>> I get this message like clockwork every month. There are other >>>>>> examples but this is one of them. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> *Ali Hussein* >>>>>> >>>>>> Fintech | Digital Transformation >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Tel: +254 713 601113 >>>>>> >>>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>>> >>>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>>> >>>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>>> <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are >>>>>> purely mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the >>>>>> organizations that I work with. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Mon, Jan 31, 2022 at 1:18 PM Barrack Otieno via KICTANet < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> @Ali Hussein <ahussein(a)kictanet.or.ke> >>>>>>> on this matter, I will cast my lot with the Communications >>>>>>> Authority. My thoughts are CA has public interest at heart whereas Telcos >>>>>>> have commercial interest. I also think it is good the matter is being >>>>>>> handled out of court. We must explore alternative dispute resolution >>>>>>> mechanisms as a country that upholds multistakeholder principles. Spectrum >>>>>>> as a resource should be availed for all citizens affordably, the Citizen >>>>>>> must come first after which financial considerations can follow. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Thank you >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Best Regards >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Tue, Jan 25, 2022 at 9:22 AM Hezron Gikanga via KICTANet < >>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Ali & everyone else, thanks for the insights, and illuminating >>>>>>>> questions. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> My perspective below (+disclosures). >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hez Gikang’a >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> *From: *KICTANet <kictanet-bounces+hezron.gikanga= >>>>>>>> thearcrayon.com(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> on behalf of Ali Hussein via >>>>>>>> KICTANet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>>>>>> *Reply to: *Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform < >>>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>>>>>>> *Date: *Tuesday, 25 January 2022 at 08:11 >>>>>>>> *To: *Hezron Gikanga <Hezron.Gikanga(a)thearcrayon.com> >>>>>>>> *Cc: *Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> >>>>>>>> *Subject: *Re: [kictanet] Safaricom battling pricing power with CA >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Kivuva and listers >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> This is a very interesting case and could probably serve as a case >>>>>>>> study worldwide. At this point in time I have more questions than answers:- >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> 1. The Telco sector is an interesting one. Where do we draw the >>>>>>>> line between Market Power, abuse of Market Power, Free Markets, centralized >>>>>>>> control of power by Regulators? I can go on and on. *(there are >>>>>>>> several studiesconducted on the state of competitiveness in the industry >>>>>>>> over the last decade plus, across different market segments, and when I was >>>>>>>> at Airtel Africa a decade ago, this is one of the ‘internecine wars’ we >>>>>>>> fought – both against the Regulator CA (whom I firmly believe isn’t fair), >>>>>>>> and against the dominant player then. A groundbreaking Analysys Mason >>>>>>>> report back then was edited to soften some of the findings, and so nothing >>>>>>>> was (effectively done) to rein some of the predatory and abusive practices >>>>>>>> (in the name of GoK-ownership and ‘free/fair competition). There are also >>>>>>>> comparative studies from other markets, tests, and models to go by..…I >>>>>>>> doubt that there was goodwill/political willpower to effect some of the >>>>>>>> changes..case in point is that several draft pieces of >>>>>>>> legislation/amendments have been brought by individual legislators for a >>>>>>>> ‘market-correction’..they haven’t gone far..will Ezra Chiloba et al succeed >>>>>>>> now? Time wll tell..* >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> 2. I can't help but wonder whether the current regulatory >>>>>>>> environment is fit for purpose and whether the Telcos themselves are stuck >>>>>>>> in the '80s and the regulator with them? Good question. *Refer to >>>>>>>> above. And the question of independence of the Regulators (not just CA and >>>>>>>> CAK) from undue political influence & fatalistic nationalistic tendencies….*Isn't >>>>>>>> it time to take into consideration that the cheese is moving or has moved >>>>>>>> and that VOIP-type services have eaten into the traditional voice market >>>>>>>> and these guys continue to fight for what's remaining of the market? *Yes, >>>>>>>> re the market segments looked at, and the inevitable nature of the >>>>>>>> evolution/march of the tech revolution*…Has a study been done on >>>>>>>> what percentage of the voice market is going to VOIP? *Do the >>>>>>>> technocrats in the Regulatory space have requisite skillsets and motivation >>>>>>>> to grasp the business models, workings of the industry, and import of their >>>>>>>> determinations? For the sake of argument, revisit the debate on distributed >>>>>>>> ledgers/block-chain….* >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> 3. Are we fighting the wrong war? *Maybe. Reframe this to focus on >>>>>>>> the benefits for the consumer, and industry, if we are to truly be the >>>>>>>> ‘silicon savanna’ that we aspire to* >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> 4. Last but not least how do we as a country reason out without >>>>>>>> going to court? *Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) works, but >>>>>>>> where all parties have faith in both the dispute resolution >>>>>>>> process/mechanisms, the competency and ‘agnosticism’ of the adjudicators >>>>>>>> and in the enforcement of the decisions reached. Without that the courts >>>>>>>> remain the only viable option for aggrieved parties (at the risk of falling >>>>>>>> out of favor with the Regulators et al..)* >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> My two cowrie shells. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Regards >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> *Ali Hussein* >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Fintech | Digital Transformation >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Tel: +254 713 601113 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are >>>>>>>> purely mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the >>>>>>>> organizations that I work with. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Mon, Jan 24, 2022 at 9:20 PM Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >>>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Safaricom has a huge pricing power in voice services, making it >>>>>>>> difficult for rivals Airtel Kenya and Telkom Kenya to compete with it, the >>>>>>>> Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has said. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> The regulator made the disclosure in its response to a case filed >>>>>>>> by Safaricom at the Communications And Multimedia Appeals Tribunal seeking >>>>>>>> to stop CA from cutting the mobile termination rate (MTR) per minute to >>>>>>>> Sh0.12 from Sh0.99. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> MTRs are the charges levied by a mobile service provider on other >>>>>>>> telecommunications service providers for terminating calls on its network. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Safaricom argues that the reduction of the charge, which was to >>>>>>>> take effect at the start of this year, ignores the cost of doing business >>>>>>>> in the telecommunications industry. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> The regulator responded by stating that the leading telco has the >>>>>>>> lowest cost of operations, allowing it to run promotions at prices below >>>>>>>> the MTR and which its rivals are not in a position to match. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Safaricom’s leading market share has seen it charge its rivals more >>>>>>>> than it pays out to them, leaving it in a net profitable position. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> More ... >>>>>>>> https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/safaricom-pricin… >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and >>>>>>>> institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. 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Safaricom battling pricing power with CA
by Mwendwa Kivuva 01 Feb '22

01 Feb '22

Safaricom has a huge pricing power in voice services, making it difficult for rivals Airtel Kenya and Telkom Kenya to compete with it, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has said. The regulator made the disclosure in its response to a case filed by Safaricom at the Communications And Multimedia Appeals Tribunal seeking to stop CA from cutting the mobile termination rate (MTR) per minute to Sh0.12 from Sh0.99. MTRs are the charges levied by a mobile service provider on other telecommunications service providers for terminating calls on its network. Safaricom argues that the reduction of the charge, which was to take effect at the start of this year, ignores the cost of doing business in the telecommunications industry. The regulator responded by stating that the leading telco has the lowest cost of operations, allowing it to run promotions at prices below the MTR and which its rivals are not in a position to match. Safaricom’s leading market share has seen it charge its rivals more than it pays out to them, leaving it in a net profitable position. More ... https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/safaricom-pricin…

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Software, policy and actions for improved governance and reproducible science
by Benson Muite 31 Jan '22

31 Jan '22

FOSDEM'22 is an online conference this coming weekend. Some talks that may be interesting to listers are: The public code devroom: https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/track/public_code/ includes a talk on an open source governance platform, https://decidim.org/ which is used by the city of Barcelona. A similar platform https://consulproject.org/en originally developed for Madrid is also used in Mogadishu.' The legal and policies devroom https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/track/legal_and_policy_issues/ includes a talk on the proposed European Digital markets act. A related talk on Digital sovereignty https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/event/misc_europe/ The community devroom includes a talk on OpenScienceKE: https://fosdem.org/2022/schedule/event/community_open_science/

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Safaricom, Airtel spared paying customers for network outages
by Mwendwa Kivuva 29 Jan '22

29 Jan '22

Telecommunications operators have been left off the hook. The Kenya Information and Communication (Amendment) Bill required the telcos, including Safaricom, Airtel Kenya and Telkom Kenya, to compensate their callers Sh10 for every dropped call. Customers were to be compensated for a maximum of three dropped calls per day for up to Sh30. The Bill which was introduced in Parliament in 2020 lapsed this week. It was to compel mobile telephony firms to improve the quality and availability of calls on their networks. The proposed law aimed at shielding millions of mobile phone clients from poor services related to network outages, including lack of Internet connections. A Bill expires or lapses when MPs fail to debate it and it is not reviewed by a parliamentary committee one year after being tabled in the House. Callers are currently not compensated for call outages, a legal gap that has shielded telcos grappling with network hitches in different parts of the country. Read more ... https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/indus…

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Data Privacy Day: Reflections on Kenya’s Data Protection Laws
by nzambi kakusu 29 Jan '22

29 Jan '22

Today, 28 January marks the Data Privacy Day, which is of great significance for Kenya, coming almost three years since the enactment of the Data Protection Act, 2019. The day commemorates the right to data privacy and provides an opportunity to create awareness of the universal right to data privacy. It also provides an opportunity to reflect on the developments that have occurred locally in the past year, and consider what more could be done to realise the right. The journey <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/?mdocs-file=43918> to put in place a legal framework for the protection of the right to privacy traces back to 2009, when the first Data Protection Bill was published. The right to privacy was subsequently embedded in the Bill of Rights under article 31 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Notably, the constitution grants every person the right to privacy, which includes the right not to have: their person, home or property searched; their possessions seized; information relating to their family or private affairs unnecessarily required or revealed; or the privacy of their communications infringed. It took a decade after the first Data Protection Bill was published, for Kenya to enact the Data Protection Act in November 2019. The law provides an elaborate legal and institutional framework for the protection of the right to privacy and regulates the processing of personal data. More….. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/data-privacy-day-reflections-on-kenyas-data-prot… Regards, Nzambi -- *jNzambiKakusu*

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 164, Issue 18
by Adrian Teri 22 Jan '22

22 Jan '22

Good day all, It's time to revisit the topic of net neutrality which in my opinion hasn't been quite fleshed out. ISPs in the early days, circa the '90s, had assumptions that today no longer hold true. From my reading, users were expected to do light tasks like check their email, surf the web and occasionally download some files. Well these assumptions have taken ~30 years to validate and they are being broken down! Reality today is that innovations have further pushed and strained the net. The "inter networks" is just a collection of networks and computers communicating with each other. In the early days, large orgs or corporations had mutual and voluntary agreements of peering into each other's networks where the value of the traffic was assumed at the end of day/month etc would be balanced between what a peer pushed through you and what you pushed through them. Fast forward to today, Content companies are the ones pushing all the bandwidth down and there is no reciprocity. What happens to switches and their buffers at the ISPs? They start to drop packets as they are being saturated/bogged down by the spikes. What happens to all other traffic like people doing a web search, scrolling through emails, reading blogs etc? They will all be affected by packet loss, slower pings(higher RTTs) and increased jitter(packet delay). The other ISP's customers will simply be given priority! Yes, it was a failure on the ISPs when they were building their business models but at the end of day something has to give. And yes, there is prioritization in traffic like for voice and video. VOIP packets have priority tags(are moved up the queue) and ever wonder why in networks(mobile or WI-FI) you are defaulted to a lower quality compared to the speeds? Well ISPs are forcing you down these selections at the start as they don't want you hitting their networks as much. See bandwidth or traffic shaping. The notion of "net neutrality" inaugurating "speed" lanes is simply untrue; they have existed but of concern here is *paid prioritization* or in some instances large ISPs having conglomerates favouring their own content provider(s). There are generally two solutions from the ISPs perspective: (1). Make the end users have variable pricing for their "WI-FI" bills just like you pay for what you consume with electricity & water, *which we(as consumers) highly dislike* *for the internet* or, (2). Have a fixed charge for your fixed data customers and make the content and whoever will innovate high bandwidth products pay for the spikes/elevated/bursts. They already have a relationship with their customer and they can easily track their usages. They collect from their customers and pay the ISPs who are presumed to have aggregates of bandwidth overages for each content/high bandwidth pushing company. No. 2 is what happens in bills for colocations and some hosting provider's bandwidth/fibre. There is a committed and burstable data rate. This is the classic 95th(95-5) percentile billing model. An interesting read by Steven Levy: In the Plex HOW GOOGLE THINKS, WORKS AND SHAPES OUR LIVES, PART FOUR: GOOGLE'S CLOUD chapter 2: "My Job was to get in the car, get on a plane, go find data centers." accounts how #Google in their earlier days squeezed terabytes of indexed data from west to east coast colocation facilities in ~15 - 18 hour bursts per month. They then literally turned off their router ports for 28-29 days per month and their bandwidth costs would be zero! I haven't touched on #Netflix's Open Connect, a caching solution installed at an ISP's large router(s), as only *5% *of traffic is delivered through it. However, the reporting is ~ 10 yrs old and would be happy to see newer numbers. Also, there was a notable unfairness where #Netflix was paying and setting up infrastructure at #Comcast but expected the opposite from small ISPs. Finally, I don't see how 5G will cool this problem as it occurs at the exchanges and peering points. Yours Kindly, Adrian On Tue, 12 Oct 2021 at 11:15, <kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > Send KICTANet mailing list submissions to > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > kictanet-owner(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of KICTANet digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Should streaming services pay ISPs for increased traffic? > (Josiah Mugambi) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Josiah Mugambi <josiah.mugambi(a)gmail.com> > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:13:57 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Should streaming services pay ISPs for increased > traffic? > Almost certain that Netflix content is mirrored in Korea given that: > - Netflix hosts on AWS > - AWS has availability zones > <https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/global-infrastructure/regions_az/> in > Seoul > > This > <https://techcrunch.com/2021/09/30/south-korean-isp-sk-broadband-counterclai…> > is also interesting: > > "Meanwhile, another global streaming giant, Disney Plus, is set to launch > in South Korea in November. Disney Plus reportedly plans to use third-party > content delivery networks (CDNs) instead of using ISP’s networks to avoid > the bandwidth usage fees." > > > > On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 1:27 PM Kathy Mwai via KICTANet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> I don't think that YouTube presents the same traffic problem to ISPs that >> Netflix does. (By the way I'm an on and off Netflix subscriber so I haven't >> particularly experienced any issues watching any big hyped shows like the >> game of thrones or the Squid games at the moment) The nature of Netflix >> content is similar to the movie theatres. When it's a blockbuster being >> premiered like with the Bond movie this last week, the traffic to the movie >> theaters is more as I experienced last weekend: But not when it's just >> kawaida movies, and YouTube never churns out content in this fashion, so we >> could remove them from the notorious list for now. >> >> That being said, if anything I think it should only be Netflix >> incentivising a rounded up figure not the content providers and if it means >> Netflix deducts a cost from the content providers to forward to the ISPs, >> so be it I suppose? At the end of the day, content gets broadcast as that >> is the intention. Perhaps I'm being naive in imagining a perfect world >> where such good business practices exist, but what if really? Or maybe once >> 5G becomes ubiquitous the conversation will change... >> >> On Mon, 11 Oct 2021 at 13:09, Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> So, if Netflix, YT, and all the other content providers decide to >>> incentivise, how will they measure how much the incentive has worked? And >>> how much value do they get from their funds? >>> Will the ISPs be incentivised based on the traffic volumes to the >>> content providers or just a rounded up figure? >>> Perhaps the best way out of this is for the ISPs to come together and >>> ask the content providers to put their content infrastructure locally >>> (mirror the content) so that their int'l bandwidth is left >>> untouched??? >>> >>> >>> On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 12:58 PM Kathy Mwai via KICTANet < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> This seems to me to be a Business Sustainability Strategy for Netflix, >>>> because if users don't have a good experience with its content as a result >>>> of slow speeds, will people want to keep subscribing for a service they >>>> feel they may not get the full experience of? And I suppose envisaging this >>>> situation could be the reason why they have different packages based on >>>> your pipe output. Netflix and content providers obviously majorly depend on >>>> ISPs for the success of their undertaking, and so I feel that it is good >>>> business practice for Netflix to incentivise ISPs to enable them >>>> upgrade their services. And that they should probably do that especially in >>>> geographies where they have high subscriptions and not just in the US, and >>>> to be proactive about it. This way everyone stays in business... >>>> >>>> On Sat, 9 Oct 2021 at 09:53, Ali Hussein via KICTANet < >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> @Mwendwa Kivuva <kivuva(a)kictanet.or.ke> and all >>>>> >>>>> I think ISPs are not being realistic. On one hand they squeeze us on >>>>> 'fair usage' on the other hand they are squeezing content providers for >>>>> 'over using' their pipes. If content creation is so lucrative why not get >>>>> into it? >>>>> >>>>> Let me remind everyone the principles of Net Neutrality - >>>>> >>>>> *Net neutrality is the concept that states that organizations, such as >>>>> Internet service providers, should treat all data on the internet equally. >>>>> It promotes a free and open internet, where users can access content >>>>> without restriction, provided the content does not violate any laws.* >>>>> >>>>> If we allow this loop hole you suggest where does it end? Let's take a >>>>> look at our local scenario in Kenya. >>>>> >>>>> Safaricom is already in the content business. If we allow this liberal >>>>> interpretation of Net Neutrality it won't be long before they demand >>>>> gatekeeping charges from Viusasa and other local content providers...Which >>>>> will create a clear conflict of interest. >>>>> >>>>> Let's be careful. I have ALWAYS advocated for a clear Policy and >>>>> Regulatory interpretation of Net Neutrality Rules in this country. We are >>>>> yet to see any. MOICT and CA wako wapi? >>>>> >>>>> Regards >>>>> >>>>> *Ali Hussein* >>>>> >>>>> Fintech | Digital Transformation >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Tel: +254 713 601113 >>>>> >>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>> >>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>> >>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>> <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are >>>>> purely mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the >>>>> organizations that I work with. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Fri, Oct 8, 2021 at 1:25 PM Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Interesting angle Washington. It is indeed a chicken and egg >>>>>> situation. >>>>>> >>>>>> As a network engineer, you know the implication of the international >>>>>> transit data on the cost of running an ISP. Profitability of an ISP is >>>>>> based on the assumption that on average, the users will not consume more >>>>>> than fair quota, and if they do, other users using limited services but >>>>>> paying the same amount per package will compensate and balance out the >>>>>> cost, leaving some margin for profitability. If streaming services squeeze >>>>>> out this advantage from ISPs, which is very easy because you just leave the >>>>>> service running, and it consumes all bandwidth, what recourse does ISPs >>>>>> have? Increase the cost to consumers? Share the burden with commercial >>>>>> content providers? Degrade service offered by content providers? Where >>>>>> should the balance be? >>>>>> >>>>>> On Fri, 8 Oct 2021, 12:51 Odhiambo Washington via KICTANet, < >>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Fri, Oct 8, 2021 at 12:38 PM Mwendwa Kivuva via KICTANet < >>>>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> In the United States, Netflix has been paying a fee to broadband >>>>>>>> provider Comcast Corp for faster streaming speeds. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> South Korea's ISP SK Broadband has sued Netflix to pay for costs >>>>>>>> from increased network traffic and maintenance work because of a surge of >>>>>>>> viewers to the U.S. firm's content. >>>>>>>> Seoul court said Netflix should "reasonably" give something in >>>>>>>> return to the internet service provider for network usage, and multiple >>>>>>>> South Korean lawmakers have spoken out against content providers who do not >>>>>>>> pay for network usage despite generating explosive traffic. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> other content providers such as Amazon, Apple and Facebook are >>>>>>>> paying SK Broadband for usage of the network. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Should content providers compensate network providers for increased >>>>>>>> traffic to their network? Is this a net neutrality issue where all content >>>>>>>> should be treated equally?se or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, >>>>>>>> do not market your wares or qualifications. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> How is my usage of my services I am paying my ISP for being >>>>>>> interpreted as "usage by my content provider"? >>>>>>> Is this the chicken-and-egg situation I have been hearing about? >>>>>>> I am already paying my ISP. If I didn't, they'd not even see the >>>>>>> traffic to Netflix, YT, etc. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Content providers compensating network providers for increased >>>>>>> traffic to their network seems like stealing for me. The content providers >>>>>>> are not using the ISP network. It's the client who pays for the link who >>>>>>> does. Do ISPs want to give FREE connections to me so that I can use >>>>>>> Netflix, YT, HBOMax and have these content providers pay them for my own >>>>>>> traffic? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- >>>>>>> Best regards, >>>>>>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>>>>>> Nairobi,KE >>>>>>> +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 >>>>>>> "Oh, the cruft.", egrep -v '^$|^.*#' :-) >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>> 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/kivuva%40transworldaf… >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and >>>>>>> institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet >>>>>>> is a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology >>>>>>> sector. Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity >>>>>>> Building, Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> 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. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>>>> engagement platform. >>>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and >>>>>> institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet >>>>>> is a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology >>>>>> sector. Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity >>>>>> Building, Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>>>> >>>>>> 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. >>>>>> >>>>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>>>> engagement platform. >>>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> KICTANet mailing list >>>>> KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>> Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet >>>>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kathymwai%40gmail.com >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >>>>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. 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KICTANet is a >>>> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >>>> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >>>> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >>>> >>>> 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. >>>> >>>> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >>>> engagement platform. >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Best regards, >>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>> Nairobi,KE >>> +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 >>> "Oh, the cruft.", egrep -v '^$|^.*#' :-) >>> >> >> >> -- >> *Dream and Your Dreams Will Fall Short <kathymwai(a)gmail.com>...* >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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/josiah.mugambi%40gmai… >> >> >> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions >> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. KICTANet is a >> catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication Technology sector. >> Its work is guided by four pillars of Policy Advocacy, Capacity Building, >> Research, and Stakeholder Engagement. >> >> 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. >> >> KICTANet - The Power of Communities, is Kenya's premier ICT policy >> engagement platform. >> > > > -- > Josiah Mugambi > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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New Research Paper - What really impedes the scaling out of digital services for agriculture?
by John Kieti 21 Jan '22

21 Jan '22

Hello Listers, Allow me to bring to your attention our new research paper, peer reviewed and published in the new Smart Agricultural Technologies journal. The title is: *What really impedes the scaling out of digital services for agriculture? A Kenyan users’ perspective <https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772375522000016>. *The paper, attached, can be shared freely on CC BY basis. In summary, the study sought conceptual clarity on barriers to the success of digital services for agriculture as deployed by Startups, NGOs, Government etc. We examined the latent structure and patterns of association among such impediments as mentioned in the literature and perceived by end users. Quantitatively and qualitatively, we ascertained a three-factor structure comprising *(1) Technology Accessibility* *- digital skills, internet, devices, electricity ...* *(2) Service Discoverability - awareness, collaboration, one-stop-shop ..., * and* (3) Service Value Proposition **- usability, relevance, service affordability... *According to the study, the success of digital services for agriculture in Kenya (and similar services or similar settings) boils down to how practitioners and policy makers optimize interventions around these three dimensions. Discoverability and Value proposition co-varied more than with technology accessibility as they are more in the purview of the digital service provider (than technology accessibility). We also proposed a scale for measuring the impediments. We argued that public policy, one of our qualitatively generated themes, was indirectly covered in the three dimensions of the structure (that it is not necessarily a fourth dimension). Confirming or disconfirming this bit about public policy may be a topic for further research. Curious to know what KICTANET listers think of this ... My co-authors were Prof. Waema, Dr. Baumüller, Prof. Ndemo, & Dr. Omwansa Kind regards -- John Kieti Whatsapp: +254-735-764242 Twitter: @johnKieti <https://twitter.com/johnkieti> // LinkedIn: https://ke.linkedin.com/in/*kieti* <https://ke.linkedin.com/in/kieti> Blog: https://kieti.org The ordinary just won't do

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Invitation to participate in a Community Network Summit
by Barrack Otieno 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Hi Listers, For Community Network enthusiasts the following event might be of interest to you: https://www.internetsociety.org/events/summit-community-networks-africa/202… To register use the following link Registration link is here https://isoc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsfuurpj0iGNXEK6_D8YVDsx4YXtuxzcVu Best Regards -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Fwd: [DC] IGF 2022 Call for Thematic Inputs: Open Now
by Barrack Otieno 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Listers, Might be of interest to those following the IGF. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Olivier MJ Crépin-Leblond via InternetPolicy < internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Sun, Jan 16, 2022 at 11:35 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Fwd: [DC] IGF 2022 Call for Thematic Inputs: Open Now To: internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> FYI -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: [DC] IGF 2022 Call for Thematic Inputs: Open Now Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2022 18:30:43 +0000 From: IGF Secretariat <igf(a)un.org> <igf(a)un.org> To: dc(a)intgovforum.org <dc(a)intgovforum.org> <dc(a)intgovforum.org> Dear IGF Stakeholders, We are pleased to inform that the IGF 2022 Call for Thematic Inputs is now published. Contributing to this process means contributing to a key first step in determining the thematic structure of the IGF programme in 2022 and the direction of its work. We invite everyone to fill out the short inputs form and to share this widely through your networks: https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2022-call-for-thematic-inputs The deadline is 14 February 2022. Thanks for your participation. Best regards, IGF Secretariat _ _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/ -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Multi-stakeholder models used to favor corporate capture
by Barrack Otieno 20 Jan '22

20 Jan '22

Listers, Interesting perspective on Multistakeholderism. Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Wed, Jan 19, 2022 at 4:09 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Multi-stakeholder models used to favor corporate capture To: ISOC Internet Policy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> A recent book documents how multi-stakeholder models have been used in many areas in order to favor greater corporate influence, see: https://www.tni.org/en/publication/the-great-takeover I cite from that web page: "From health, to food and agriculture, from education to internet, from environment to public services and human rights, the research shows that decisions made in these Multistakeholderism mechanisms as well as in captured multilateral institutions, have direct impact on on people's health, children's education, digital rights, access to basic public services and human rights in the territories, including the right to a healthy environment. "By dislocating the locus of key policy decisions from the multilateral system into mixed mechanisms where the private sector rules-with the support of some states, international institutions, and big philanthropists-the phenomenon of "multistakeholderization" of the global governance has become systemic." The book includes a chapter on Internet governance (full disclosure: I contributed to that chapter). Best, Richard _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/ -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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amApply to the AU Civic Tech Fund and grow your initiative.
by Lydia gachungi 17 Jan '22

17 Jan '22

Are you a changemaker on the African continent that is using innovative ways to improve Governance and civic rights on a continental, regional, national, or communal level? If this sounds like you, apply to the AU Civic Tech Fund and grow your initiative. We are extending the deadline to 22nd January 2022. https://civictechfund.africa/ #AUCivicTechFund https://www.facebook.com/100064430424602/posts/297509662406712/?sfnsn=mo

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Reflecting on Recently Published Regulations under the Data Protection Act, 2019
by Mugambi Laibuta 16 Jan '22

16 Jan '22

Dear listers, My thoughts on the new regulations : Reflecting on Recently Published Regulations under the Data Protection Act, 2019 https://www.laibuta.com/data-protection/reflecting-on-recently-published-re… Regards, Mugambi Laibuta

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Data Protection Act, 2019 Regulations
by Victor Kapiyo 16 Jan '22

16 Jan '22

Morning Listers, Please find the three Regulations under the Data Protection Act, 2019 as published yesterday in the Kenya Gazette. Regards, *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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Africa's Digital Economy welcomes Web3
by Eric Osiakwan 14 Jan '22

14 Jan '22

@ blogs.Harvard.edu/Eric With my best wishes for an amazing 2022. Eric here Eric M K Osiakwan +233244386792 www.ericosiakwan.com

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Pro-Active or Aggressive from The FTC on Log4j Vulnerabilities
by Adrian Teri 14 Jan '22

14 Jan '22

Good day all, An example for our own Office of The Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) of proactiveness or a heavy handed/aggressive approach? The FTC in their blog post threatened legal action and likened this turning into a situation like the #Equifax breach which resulted with the credit reference bureau paying out $700 million in fines. When vulnerabilities are discovered and exploited, it risks a loss or > breach of personal information, financial loss, and other irreversible > harms. The duty to take reasonable steps to mitigate known software > vulnerabilities implicates laws including, among others, the Federal Trade > Commission Act and the Gramm Leach Bliley Act. It is critical that > companies and their vendors relying on Log4j act now, in order to reduce > the likelihood of harm to consumers, and to avoid FTC legal action. > According to the complaint in Equifax > <https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2019/07/equifax-pay-575-mill…>, > a failure to patch a known vulnerability irreversibly exposed the personal > information of 147 million consumers. Equifax agreed to pay $700 million to > settle actions by the Federal Trade Commission > <https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/cases-proceedings/refunds/equifax-data-brea…> > , the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau > <https://www.consumerfinance.gov/equifax-settlement/>, and all fifty > states. The FTC intends to use its full legal authority to pursue companies > that fail to take reasonable steps to protect consumer data from > exposure as a result of Log4j, or similar known vulnerabilities in the > future. > https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/blogs/techftc/2022/01/ftc-warns-companies-r…

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How did you find me? Google Maps
by David Indeje 09 Jan '22

09 Jan '22

Dear Listers, Data collection and how it is used. An Italian mafia boss who has been on the run for decades has been arrested after he was spotted on Google Maps. After his arrest, he reportedly told police: "How did you find me? I haven't even called my family for 10 years." https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-59884803 After reading, also revisit our KeIGF2021 discussion on a similar topic 👇 but on priorities for 2022 when it comes to cyber security. https://youtu.be/wTxMuXVj-Go

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Automated Decision Systems (ADS)
by Adrian Teri 07 Jan '22

07 Jan '22

Good Day All, @bantigito has been at the forefront of "*digitalisation*", but are we spectating at a problem that will prevail in the very near future and seems to have no cure nor enthusiasm to understand and solve it? @bantigito I believe this issue/space has much more severe consequences than #Blockchains. Just like problems in computer and network security problems have been carried over to everything, nowadays getting a TCP/IP stack in a device is very cheap and everything is just a computer, the problem of *unaudited algorithms* and* systems* making and affecting decisions is going to cut across every sector, agency and corporation. I wonder how many such systems are currently being used and are soon to come (Ministry of Lands - Ardhisasa, Automated Road fines by NTSA etc.). Identification Systems, Electioneering, Public Work, Travel an Immigration, Tax Revenue Collection and Retirement Benefits, Electronic Health/Medical Records, Banks and Credit Lending, Insurance ...etc The investigative journalism piece by @TheMarkup - https://themarkup.org/news/2022/01/04/why-its-so-hard-to-regulate-algorithms Yours Kindly, Adrian

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Deluge of Digital Repression Threatens African Security
by David Indeje 05 Jan '22

05 Jan '22

Dear listers, The above write-up by Nathaniel Allen and Catherine Lena Kelly also shares the work that KICTAnet does through its multistakeholder approach to ensure that efforts to secure cyberspace do not infringe on the rights of citizens. Enjoy the reading 👇 and may the New Year be full of positivity ☺️ https://africacenter.org/spotlight/deluge-digital-repression-threatens-afri…

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Huduma Namba to replace KRA PIN in battle against tax cheats
by Victor Kapiyo 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

The controversial biometric identification scheme or Huduma Namba will replace the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN in changes to the law that are designed to check tax cheats. The government-backed Huduma Namba Bill, 2021 amends the Tax Procedure Act to make biometric ID the key number for identifying taxpayers. Read more: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/huduma-namba-replace-kra-pin…

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Regional Open Source Digital Infrastructure Community Survey on Funding
by Wainaina Mungai 22 Dec '21

22 Dec '21

Dear Colleagues, Kindly respond to the Regional Open Source Digital Infrastructure Community Survey on Funding - https://tally.so/r/3xl9o3 The goal of this survey is to better understand regional open source digital infrastructure needs and experiences around applying for and receiving funding. We welcome responses from all open source digital infrastructure communities regarding their relationship to funding. This research will help inform a funder’s toolkit, to help funders better understand and invest in critical digital infrastructure and open source, so your input is very useful! Thank you for your time. Survey responses are anonymous. This survey will take approximately 15 - 20 minutes to complete. This survey will close January 17th, 2021. If you have any questions about the survey or want to learn more about the project, please don't hesitate to contact us at: dig-infra(a)simplysecure.org. About the Project This survey will inform Digital Infrastructure Funders' Toolkit and will be a set of actionable resources for funders to better support open source digital infrastructure projects and communities of practice. This project is funded by a 2020 Digital Infrastructure Grant, a multi-funder collaboration supported by the Open Collective Foundation. This project is led by Simply Secure, with support from Superrr and nine regional partners. Thanks again, Wainaina Mungai Regional Partner for East Africa Digital Infrastructure Funders Toolkit project SimplySecure.org

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 166, Issue 11
by Adrian Teri 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

Good day Mr. Mungai, It would be great if also open source founders/contributors in the Kenyan/East African region are highlighted at the end of this exercise. Yours Kindly, Adrian ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Wainaina Mungai <wainaina.mungai(a)gmail.com> > To: "INTERNETSOCIETY-kenya(a)ConnectedCommunity.org" < > INTERNETSOCIETY-kenya(a)connectedcommunity.org>, KICTAnet ICT Policy > Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 17 Dec 2021 08:03:14 +0300 > Subject: [kictanet] Regional Open Source Digital Infrastructure Community > Survey on Funding > Dear Colleagues, > > Kindly respond to the Regional Open Source Digital Infrastructure > Community Survey on Funding - https://tally.so/r/3xl9o3 > > The goal of this survey is to better understand regional open source > digital infrastructure needs and experiences around applying for and > receiving funding. We welcome responses from all open source digital > infrastructure communities regarding their relationship to funding. This > research will help inform a funder’s toolkit, to help funders better > understand and invest in critical digital infrastructure and open source, > so your input is very useful! > > Thank you for your time. > > Survey responses are anonymous. > > This survey will take approximately 15 - 20 minutes to complete. This > survey will close January 17th, 2021. If you have any questions about the > survey or want to learn more about the project, please don't hesitate to > contact us at: dig-infra(a)simplysecure.org. > > About the Project > This survey will inform Digital Infrastructure Funders' Toolkit and will > be a set of actionable resources for funders to better support open source > digital infrastructure projects and communities of practice. This project > is funded by a 2020 Digital Infrastructure Grant, a multi-funder > collaboration supported by the Open Collective Foundation. This project is > led by Simply Secure, with support from Superrr and nine regional partners. > > Thanks again, > > Wainaina Mungai > Regional Partner for East Africa > Digital Infrastructure Funders Toolkit project > SimplySecure.org > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet Digest, Vol 166, Issue 8
by Adrian Teri 14 Dec '21

14 Dec '21

Good day Mr Muite, On the question of big brother, no one is fit or should have the say and/or control of a population greater than all the Southern hemisphere + India >= 3 Billion people! In the first place we have unquestionably learnt that polarising or things that make us angry are the most engaging. The motivation/interests of social media companies is to simply keep as many eyeballs, Monthly Active Users (MAU's), glued to screens so they can push as many #ads. #FaceBook especially sucks at local content moderation. As indicated earlier Kenya has 42 languages. Just imagine the size of teams that would be required the whole of Africa? They lean to "Machine Learning" to solve the problem which generally sucks as they want to maximize shareholder value by having less number of employees. Scott Galloway has an excellent presentation from 2017 illustrating this from "The Four" - *https://youtu.be/GWBjUsmO-Lw?t=2234 <https://youtu.be/GWBjUsmO-Lw?t=2234>.* Staring @ 37:14 #FaceBook sucks at moderating in English. In Arabic, it's a disaster - *https://restofworld.org/2021/facebook-is-bad-at-moderating-in-english-in-arabic-its-a-disaster/ <https://restofworld.org/2021/facebook-is-bad-at-moderating-in-english-in-ar…>* I have read reports that attribute the magnitude of #Myanmar and now #Ethiopia's mess to lack of content moderation - *https://edition.cnn.com/2021/10/25/business/ethiopia-violence-facebook-papers-cmd-intl/index.htm <https://edition.cnn.com/2021/10/25/business/ethiopia-violence-facebook-pape…>* l FacaBook AI moderation sucks because moderation at scale is impossible - *https://www.techdirt.com/articles/20211020/13270147784/facebook-ai-moderation-continues-to-suck-because-moderation-scale-is-impossible.shtml <https://www.techdirt.com/articles/20211020/13270147784/facebook-ai-moderati…>* Leave alone civil societies, can a gov'ts get data of it's own country? Now that #FaceBook is on the war path using their arsenal of Copyright, Terms of Service & Computer and Misuse Acts, they claim they want to prevent another #Cambridge Analytica by quashing all research efforts even where the user has permitted a plugin/extension in their own volition(It is important to note that any data/metadata you add or is created in your usage of many services is not your own!). Well, they lost that privilege when they let them do it earlier. An excellent Twitter Thread by Cory Doctorow -* https://twitter.com/doctorow/status/1374785763779375104?s=20 <https://twitter.com/doctorow/status/1374785763779375104?s=20>* The EFF has an excellent piece on questions to ask, what to demand of content moderation and the U.S election -* https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2020/10/content-moderation-and-us-election-wh… <https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2020/10/content-moderation-and-us-election-wh…>* As seen in the recent #USA election will the #Algorithm be cut back for safety during the Kenyan electioneering period next year? I see only one solution. Null route or drop all packets to and from Social sites that could care less at the eXchange points. In fact start doing so from the New Year! The cleaver/intelligent learn from the mistakes of others. Also, those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it. Yours Kindly, Adrian ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Benson Muite <benson_muite(a)emailplus.org> > To: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 12 Dec 2021 16:25:07 +0300 > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Regulating hate speech and incitement to violence > during elections in Kenya > An interesting piece that raises the question of who should be assigned > the role of Big Brother[1]? > > Part of the problem is that many local agencies have poor mechanisms of > updating and alerting the public, for example through their own > websites. Obtaining information through convenient social media > platforms becomes the norm without any fallback references. > > This list is an example of a space for open constructive discussion > under local control. More such spaces are needed. > > A critical and informed citizenry are the long term solution, but even > with an informed citizenry, information overload makes propagation of > fear, uncertainty and doubt easy. > > Attached image modified from[2] and available under licensi ya sanaa huru! > > [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Brother_(Nineteen_Eighty-Four) > [2] https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:1984-Big-Brother.jpg > > _______________________________________________ > KICTANet mailing list > KICTANet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >

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Regulating hate speech and incitement to violence during elections in Kenya
by Mwendwa Kivuva 12 Dec '21

12 Dec '21

Abdulmalik Sugow and Dr. Isaac Rutenberg of Strathmore's CIPIT have penned a very insightful piece on regulating hate speech and incitement to violence. They go ahead to explain the legislation in place, and the role of social media platforms to self regulate, develop and enforce guidelines, and the challenges of letting foreign entities enforce hate speech, and platforms' free speech rights in the jurisdiction in which they are established, combined with algorithms bias, because the platforms' algorithms are rarely optimized for local context or “foreign” speech nuances and customs. An example is Kenya with over 42 languages, these platforms are at pains to self-regulate local languages leaving hate speech at the mercy of locals to report, flag, or downrank inappropriate content. Then there is the problem of balancing free expression with the fundamental freedoms of the citizens. Where do you draw the line? Some of the recommendations are for social media platforms to collaborate with government agencies like NC4, NCIC, and IEBC, and civil society to building the capacity of social media platforms’ content moderation tools used in Kenya and fostering transparency in the conduct of these platforms to enable oversight. Civil society would also serve to hold both government and platforms accountable for their conduct. Political actors should also collaborate with civil society to engage the citizenry in civic education. Read more at: https://www.theelephant.info/features/2021/12/10/safeguarding-kenyas-electo… The Elephant - Speaking truth to power. NB: Excuse typos. Sent on the go via a mobile device.

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] EU may propose labor laws for delivery platforms
by Barrack Otieno 11 Dec '21

11 Dec '21

Listers, Interesting developments. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Richard Hill via InternetPolicy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Fri, Dec 10, 2021 at 7:29 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] EU may propose labor laws for delivery platforms To: ISOC Internet Policy <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> “The European Commission announced draft rules on Thursday to give many drivers for online firms such as Uber (UBER.N) and Deliveroo (ROO.L) employee benefits, a move labour unions say is overdue but some companies argue will lead to job losses.” See: https://www.reuters.com/technology/eu-draft-rules-gig-workers-target-uber-d… Best, Richard _______________________________________________ To manage your Internet Society subscriptions or unsubscribe, log into the Member Portal at https://admin.internetsociety.org/622619/User/Login and go to the Preferences tab within your profile. - View the Internet Society Code of Conduct: https://www.internetsociety.org/become-a-member/code-of-conduct/ -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Have you downloaded the Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2021 reports ?
by Barrack Otieno 08 Dec '21

08 Dec '21

Greetings Listers, The 2021 Kenya Internet Governance Social Media report and main report are available on the Kenya ICT Action Network Website. To download the reports click on this link <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/igf-publications/> Thank you Best Regards -- *Barrack Otieno* *Trustee/KIGF 2020-21 Multistakeholder Advisory Group Chair* *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: Invitation fro the European Commission
by Keith Andere 08 Dec '21

08 Dec '21

Dear Listers, For those following IGF2021, the invitation below may be of interest to you. Kind regards Keith ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Anriette Esterhuysen <anriette(a)apc.org> Date: Wed, 8 Dec 2021 at 12:20 Subject: Invitation fro the European Commission To: African School on Internet Governance Alumni list < afrisig-alumni(a)lists.apc.org>, Keith Andere <kephand(a)gmail.com>, Mary Uduma <mnuduma(a)yahoo.com> Dear all Velimira NEMIGUENTCHEVA - GRAU from the European Commission sent me this. Please do joint if you can and spread the word. Anriette e have an open forum (5.30pm room 8 - all panellists online though) on open internet of interest to Africa and also involving Japanese, EU and PNMA experience on the subject. I am trying to ensure that all interested stakeholders are informed? If yes, could possibly send me their mails or send them the link https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2021-open-forum-67-access-to-the… ? -- Anriette Esterhuysen - anriette@apc.org//anriette@gmail.com Chair, United Nations Internet Governance Forum Multistakeholder Advisory Group www.intgovforum.org Senior advisor global and regional internet governance Association for Progressive Communications www.apc.org // afrisig.org -- 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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