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Kenya's Second National Cybersecurity Strategy
by David Indeje 29 Sep '22

29 Sep '22

[image: image.png] Dear Listers, The Kenyan Government on 5, August 2022, launched the second National Cybersecurity Strategy to sustain its efforts in addressing cybersecurity. The strategy recognizes the cross-cutting nature of cyberspace and the need for coordinated and collective action from all sectors. The Key pillars guiding the strategy include: 1. Cybersecurity governance; 2. Cybersecurity policies, laws, regulations and standards; 3. Critical Information Infrastructures Protection (CIIP); 4. Cybersecurity capability and capacity building; 5. Cyber-Risks & Cyber-Crimes Management; and 6. Co-operation and collaboration The Strategy also has an implementation matrix which outlines the strategic interventions related to the Strategic Pillars. The matrix assigns roles and responsibilities to various cybersecurity actors to be performed within specified timelines as well as estimated costing of the initiatives. For more in depth details, attached is Kenya's Second National Cybersecurity Strategy. -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Re: [kictanet] KICTANet at FIFA: Launch of CIPESA's State of Internet Freedoms in Africa 2022 Report
by Angela Minayo 29 Sep '22

29 Sep '22

Hi Listers, CIPESA has launched its State of Internet Freedom in Africa Report for 2022 today at the closing ceremony of the 9th Forum for Internet Freedom in Kenya. Have a look at the key findings and recommendations of the report here: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kictanet-at-fifa-launch-of-cipesas-state-of-inte… Angela Minayo Program Officer- KICTANet 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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Re: [kictanet] Digital Inclusion and Civic Participation of Persons with Disabilities in Africa
by Angela Minayo 29 Sep '22

29 Sep '22

Hi Listers, KICTANet is attending the Forum for Internet Freedom in Africa. Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities took a centre stage and one of our Listers, Dr. John Ndavula, hosted a session on digital inclusion and Civic Participation of PwDs in Africa. Here is a summary of the key takeaways: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/digital-inclusion-and-civic-participation-of-per… Angela Minayo Program Officer- KICTANet 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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Meeting With Special Rapporteur on FoE and ATI in Africa
by David Indeje 27 Sep '22

27 Sep '22

Dear Listers, The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) participated in a meeting organised by the African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX) on the sidelines of FIFAfrica with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information, Commissioner Ourveena GeereeshaTopsy-Sonoo. Read the highlights from the meeting themed “An Evening with the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa” https://bit.ly/3CbO47K <https://t.co/OvCLHWMN6R>

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Opportunity Share: Responsible Computer Science Challenge Fellow (Kenya) - Mozilla
by David Indeje 26 Sep '22

26 Sep '22

Dear Listers, This is something to inspire you to make a bold move. https://boards.greenhouse.io/mozilla/jobs/4527640

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Joint Memorandum on The Proposed Co-Regulation Framework for Audio-Visual Content
by David Indeje 23 Sep '22

23 Sep '22

[image: FdQYueOWAAAHh5C.png] Dear Listers, ARTICLE 19 East Africa and ourselves have presented our joint memorandum in response to the call by the Kenya Film Classification Board on the proposed Co-regulation Framework for Audio-visual Content Classification for Broadcast and Over-the-top (OTT)/Video on Demand (VOD) Services and the Film and Stage Plays (Film Classification) Guidelines, 2022. In our submission, we have proposed that the Co-regulation Framework and the Guidelines be abolished pending meaningful multi-stakeholder engagement, evidence-based research from Kenya, and legislative amendments to ensure conformity with the constitution. Read our submission: https://bit.ly/3DGzFl6 -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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KPMG’s Africa Cyber Security Outlook 2022 Survey
by Victor Kapiyo 22 Sep '22

22 Sep '22

Dear Listers, KPMG Africa has launched the Africa Cyber Security Outlook 2022 survey which unpacks the state of cybersecurity across the continent. It highlights that the cyber landscape in Africa is highly dynamic and rapidly evolving – propelled by widespread digitisation and matched by adequate investments in protecting assets and data from cyber threats. In fact, 74% of Africa’s large companies reported a relatively mature approach to privacy and cyber security. Read more: https://home.kpmg/ke/en/home/insights/2022/09/Africa%20Cyber%20Outlook%20la…

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Kenyan firms hit as Microsoft, Google talent war raises pay
by Victor Kapiyo 21 Sep '22

21 Sep '22

Local companies are struggling to recruit and retain key talent as US tech titans led by Microsoft, Amazon and Google tilt the market in their favour with high salaries and attractive employment terms. The three multinationals have increased their presence in East Africa with Kenya as their hub, triggering an aggressive hiring spree that has seen them pay up to Sh1.8 million monthly for principal tech specialists. Read more: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/kenyan-firms-hit… Looks like local techies are smiling all the way to the bank.

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Re: [kictanet] Unveiling Module 5 of the Digital Enquirer Kit on Online Gender Based Violence
by Angela Minayo 20 Sep '22

20 Sep '22

Hi Listers, For the past nine months, KICTANet and The University of the West Indies with the support of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH has been developing an e-learning module on Online Gender Based Violence. We are pleased to share the e-learning module to people interested in becoming allies in tackling OGBV, survivors of OGBV and stakeholders concerned with women's digital rights. Here is a snapshot of what you will learn from the module: https://lnkd.in/dRmbmH4e Angela Minayo Program Officer- KICTANet 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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Re: [kictanet] GENDER INTERNET GOVERNANCE EXCHANGE AND FEMINIST TECH EXCHANGE ON DIGITAL SECURITY
by Angela Minayo 19 Sep '22

19 Sep '22

Dear Listers, KICTANet, in partnership with APC’s Our Voices Our Future (OVOF) project, will host a two-day gender internet governance exchange workshop (GIGX) for structurally silenced communities and a one-day Feminist Tech Exchange on September 23, 2022, focusing on digital security. KICTANet invites 5 Listers to participate in a 3-days Gender Internet Governance and Feminist Tech Exchange session. We request you/or your organization to nominate participants by September 17th, COB to take part in this program. Their travel and participation will be sponsored by KICTANet. We invite nominations by Listers from structurally marginalised groups by 17th September COB to take part in this program. Their travel and participation will be sponsored by KICTANet. The objective of the training is to build capacity in the following areas; 1. The existing internet governance forums at the national, regional and global levels. 2. Knowledge sharing workshop on the intersection between gender and internet governance. 3. A simulation exercise to assess whether the participants have understood the various roles played by the various internet governance stakeholders. 4. Digital security skills. We look forward to hearing from you. To send nominees or to get more information about this program, please send an email to nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke and copy aminayo(a)kictanet.or.ke The list will be compiled on a first come basis. Angela Minayo Program Officer- KICTANet 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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