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Re: [kictanet] Why State House made a call to Safaricom chief overinsecurity
by James Mbugua 15 May '14

15 May '14

My only question is what frequencies are they being given and are they exclusively going to be used for this security service or will they also be used commercially? How does the Sh7.4bn priced for those frequencies compare with what CAK would auction them for? James -----Original Message----- From: "Victor Kapiyo via kictanet" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Sent: ‎5/‎14/‎2014 23:22 To: "jgmbugua(a)gmail.com" <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Why State House made a call to Safaricom chief overinsecurity Anybody knows what this ''Security communication and surveillance system'' entails? I think that its important for the public to know what measures are being put in place by GoK under the guise of protecting them from terrorists. Further, and more importantly, it must be restated that human rights are sacrosanct and not even national security should be touted as a reason to claw back on them, especially where there is no lawful cause. Therefore, GoK should in my view and in the same speed and zeal it made the deal with Safaricom, fast track the Data Protection Bill which is long overdue. Victor This is one of those things, with hind sight, either comes out as a stroke of genius or we get to ask ourselves, what were we thinking! The difference is in the team that will and/or has already negotiated this and also will implement this. Get the right people in, we are ok, get certain characters in, and we've just made new Billionaires. I would, looking forward, ask how this could lead to a local industry. It is time Safaricom or GoK pushed money to the local techie community to come up with solutions that could be used in the security industry. Let them put out a bounty of Ksh 100M for the three most enterprising security solutions and you'll see what we could come up with. As an example, Ma3route, currently just giving you crowd-sourced traffic updates, with a really good investment, it would be possible to source a lot more open source intelligence... Finally, I hope GoK wakes up to the fact to seriously invest in building local technology firms. Its a lot easier to pull off such similiar deals as opposed to when you have to go through the RfP route only to get a foreign firm running your most sensitive of operations. And for CAK, who thought they would be 'banning' Safaricom for dropping Voice calls, they could as well as forget it now. They've got friends in high places :-) Regards On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 12:28 AM, Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Two months ago, at the height of terrorist attacks, State House made a call to Safaricom chief executive Bob Collymore. Concerned that his government was losing grip of the situation, President Kenyatta wanted to know whether Safaricom would help security agents communicate better. http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Why-State-House-made-a-call-to-Safaricom-chief… _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ngigi%40at.co.ke The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. -- Regards, Waithaka Ngigi Chief Executive Officer | Alliance Technologies | MCK Nairobi Synod Building T + 254 (0) 20 2333 471 |Office Mobile: +254 786 28 28 28 | M + 254 737 811 000 www.at.co.ke _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/vkapiyo%40gmail.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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.africa put on ice after ICANN confusion
by Gideon 15 May '14

15 May '14

Ali Answering a question with a question gets us nowhere. Even so, I asked first. I hope your answer to my initial questions will also hold legal waters. Thank you. On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 3:09 PM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: > :) Gideon, I was wondering how long it will take you to respond :) > > Please enlighten us to the Corporate Structure of DCA - who are behind it, > on whose behalf did they apply for a Geographic gTLD etc. > > I'm sure all this information is around somewhere but so that we remind > ourselves of the merits and demerits of both applications. > > *Ali Hussein* > > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > On May 14, 2014, at 2:29 PM, Gideon via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > Ali, > > > What is a private company to you? Do you know what the corporate entity > of ZACR is? or are you simply like you say disparaging to DCA? > > > In terms of what "stands out" for you, maybe you can enlighten yourself > directly on what happened on .dotafrica from alternate sources such as this > http://domainnewsafrica.com/the-curious-case-of-dotafrica-2 , other > than the arch enemies of DCA, like DomainIncite 's bloggers Murphy. > > > Regards > DotConnectAfrica > > >> One line stands out - >> >> '....Yeah, it?s embarrassing for ICANN. Doubly so because it?s been >> beaten by a company so incompetent it accidentally applied for the wrong >> gTLD.' >> >> Not sure what happened here and not to seem disparaging to the appellant, >> I think this will eventually go through. Its unlikely that a Geographical >> gTLD will go to private company where the AUC backs the current winner. >> >> My two cents. >> >> Ali Hussein >> >> +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> >> Twitter: @AliHKassim >> Skype: abu-jomo >> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> >> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will >> have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> > On May 14, 2014, at 6:54 AM, waudo siganga via kictanet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> > >> > >> http://domainincite.com/16630-africa-frozen-by-panel-after-icann-screwup >> > >> > _______________________________________________ >> > kictanet mailing list >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > >> > Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >> > >> > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> > >> > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>

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Why State House made a call to Safaricom chief over insecurity
by Grace Githaiga 14 May '14

14 May '14

Two months ago, at the height of terrorist attacks, State House made a call to Safaricom chief executive Bob Collymore.Concerned that his government was losing grip of the situation, President Kenyatta wanted to know whether Safaricom would help security agents communicate better. http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Why-State-House-made-a-call-to-Safaricom-chief…

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I* Leaders Post Net Mundial Statement
by Barrack Otieno 14 May '14

14 May '14

Listers, Leaders of the organizations responsible for coordination of the Internet technical infrastructure (loosely referred to as "I* leaders") met on 25 April in São Paulo, Brazil following the NETmundial meeting. During the 1-day I* leaders meeting, the group considered a range of issues where dialogue among Internet technical organizations is useful. In particular, the group highlighted that the NETmundial meeting has energized the multistakeholder discussions and model in a positive fashion. The leaders highlighted the importance of open, collaborative, bottom-up processes across meetings and organisations dealing with the Internet. During the meeting, the group reflected on a number of other topics as well: 1. Transition of NTIA's Stewardship of the IANA Functions ( http://www.icann.org/en/about/agreements/iana/transition) and review of ICANN accountability processes; 2. The announcement made by ICANN CEO of the launch of a process to review and improve ICANN's own oversight/accountability mechanism and how it is complementary to the IANA function's stewardship evolution process. 3. Upcoming Internet Governance meetings including the Internet Governance Forum (http://www.intgovforum.org) and the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference ( http://www.internetsociety.org/plenipotbackground) 4. Coordination of experiences, plans and resources to further deploy DNSSEC via the ccTLD community 5. Identification of issues and players to further enable adoption of Internationalised Domain Names (IDNs) toward accelerating their adoption in communities that don't use the Latin Character sets The group bade farewell to Raúl Echeberría, CEO of LACNIC and Leslie Daigle, Chief Internet Technology Officer of the Internet Society. *Participating Leaders* - Adiel A. Akplogan, CEO African Network Information Center (AFRINIC) - Barrack Otieno, Manager, The African Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD) - Paul Wilson, Director General Asia-Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) - Don Hollander, General Manager Asia Pacific Top Level Domain Association (APTLD) - John Curran, CEO American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) - Peter Van Roste, General Manager, Council for European National Top Level Domain Registries (CENTR) - Russ Housley, Chair Internet Architecture Board (IAB) - Fadi Chehadé, President and CEO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) - Jari Arkko, Chair Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) - Kathy Brown, President and CEO Internet Society (ISOC) - Raúl Echeberría, CEO Latin America and Caribbean Internet Addresses Registry (LACNIC) - Carolina Aguerre, General Manager, Latin American and Caribbean TLD Association (LACTLD) - Axel Pawlik, Managing Director Réseaux IP Européens Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) - Tim Berners-Lee, Director, World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277+254721325277+254721325277+254721325277 +254721325277+254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno www.aftld.org Call<skype:+254721325277?call&origin=FFTB/SPNR/7.0.14735.1561/https%3A%2F%2Fmail.google.com%2F_%2Fscs%2Fmail-static%2F_%2Fjs%2Fk%3Dgmail.main.en.g-9-TdjrlN0.O%2Fm%3Dm_i%2Ct%2Cit%2Fam%3DOCMORv69v1Cc4S76pNp__3v3SbGzv4f770wAgrATKP-b_T_gH9QH5ccJ%2Frt%3Dh%2Fd%3D1%2Frs%3DAItRSTOISwrM7R1Vrzs5v6OdHHFLrnIBsg> Send SMS<skype:+254721325277?sms&origin=FFTB/SPNR/7.0.14735.1561/https%3A%2F%2Fmail.google.com%2F_%2Fscs%2Fmail-static%2F_%2Fjs%2Fk%3Dgmail.main.en.g-9-TdjrlN0.O%2Fm%3Dm_i%2Ct%2Cit%2Fam%3DOCMORv69v1Cc4S76pNp__3v3SbGzv4f770wAgrATKP-b_T_gH9QH5ccJ%2Frt%3Dh%2Fd%3D1%2Frs%3DAItRSTOISwrM7R1Vrzs5v6OdHHFLrnIBsg> Add to Skype<skype:+254721325277?add&origin=FFTB/SPNR/7.0.14735.1561/https%3A%2F%2Fmail.google.com%2F_%2Fscs%2Fmail-static%2F_%2Fjs%2Fk%3Dgmail.main.en.g-9-TdjrlN0.O%2Fm%3Dm_i%2Ct%2Cit%2Fam%3DOCMORv69v1Cc4S76pNp__3v3SbGzv4f770wAgrATKP-b_T_gH9QH5ccJ%2Frt%3Dh%2Fd%3D1%2Frs%3DAItRSTOISwrM7R1Vrzs5v6OdHHFLrnIBsg> You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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.africa put on ice after ICANN confusion
by Gideon 14 May '14

14 May '14

Ali, What is a private company to you? Do you know what the corporate entity of ZACR is? or are you simply like you say disparaging to DCA? In terms of what "stands out" for you, maybe you can enlighten yourself directly on what happened on .dotafrica from alternate sources such as this http://domainnewsafrica.com/the-curious-case-of-dotafrica-2 , other than the arch enemies of DCA, like DomainIncite 's bloggers Murphy. Regards DotConnectAfrica > One line stands out - > > '....Yeah, it?s embarrassing for ICANN. Doubly so because it?s been beaten > by a company so incompetent it accidentally applied for the wrong gTLD.' > > Not sure what happened here and not to seem disparaging to the appellant, > I think this will eventually go through. Its unlikely that a Geographical > gTLD will go to private company where the AUC backs the current winner. > > My two cents. > > Ali Hussein > > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > Skype: abu-jomo > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > > On May 14, 2014, at 6:54 AM, waudo siganga via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > > http://domainincite.com/16630-africa-frozen-by-panel-after-icann-screwup > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >

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.africa put on ice after ICANN confusion
by Gideon 14 May '14

14 May '14

FYI.. -Africa: DCA Trust Wins First Round Against Icann in Injunction On Dotafrica Domain http://allafrica.com/stories/201405131325.html -dotAfrica launch further delayed by DotConnectAfrica injunction http://www.humanipo.com/news/43884/dotafrica-launch-further-delayed-by-dotc… -Breaking: DotConnectAfrica wins .africa injunction against ICANN in first new gTLD IRP case http://domainnewsafrica.com/breaking-dotconnectafrica-wins-dotafrica-injunc… Regards Gideon Rop DotConnectAfrica <http://domainnewsafrica.com/breaking-dotconnectafrica-wins-dotafrica-injunc…>

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Looking for iOS Devs
by John Matogo 14 May '14

14 May '14

Dear colleagues. One of the companies located in @iBizAfrica (www.ibizafrica.co.ke) is looking to contract an experienced iOS developer for a project. If you have the requisite skills and are available kindly get in touch with otto(a)nlafrica.com Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore’s Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Re: [kictanet] Positions available
by jwaruingi＠advantech.co.ke 14 May '14

14 May '14

Dear lister, Please circulate to your contacts who may be interested in the business/IT positions available in the attached solicitation. Regards

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Re: [kictanet] ITU signs IPv6 Coperation with AFRINIC
by Mwendwa Kivuva 14 May '14

14 May '14

It's a long time since WSIS (2005), and there has even been a Working Group on enhance Cooperation (WGEC) setup in 2013. Article 69-71 of the Tunis Agenda talks about enhanced cooperation. http://www.itu.int/wsis/docs2/tunis/off/6rev1.html 69. We further recognize the need for enhanced cooperation in the future, to enable governments, on an equal footing, to carry out their roles and responsibilities, in international public policy issues pertaining to the Internet, but not in the day-to-day technical and operational matters, that do not impact on international public policy issues. 70. Using relevant international organizations, such cooperation should include the development of globally-applicable principles on public policy issues associated with the coordination and management of critical Internet resources. In this regard, we call upon the organizations responsible for essential tasks associated with the Internet to contribute to creating an environment that facilitates this development of public policy principles. 71. The process towards enhanced cooperation, to be started by the UN Secretary-General, involving all relevant organizations by the end of the first quarter of 2006, will involve all stakeholders in their respective roles, will proceed as quickly as possible consistent with legal process, and will be responsive to innovation. Relevant organizations should commence a process towards enhanced cooperation involving all stakeholders, proceeding as quickly as possible and responsive to innovation. The same relevant organizations shall be requested to provide annual performance reports. Regards ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh > On May 13, 2014, at 5:12 PM, Mwendwa Kivuva via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > I hear this is part of the "enhanced cooperation" a envisaged in the Tunis > agenda. > > ______________________ > Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya > twitter.com/lordmwesh > > > > On 13 May 2014 15:54, Walubengo J via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> ----start-- >> The International Telecommunication Union today signed a letter of intent >> with the African Network Information Centre (www.AFRINIC.net) on the >> promotion of IPv6. The letter of intent seeks to establish a high-level >> framework of cooperation to carry out a number of activities to improve the >> implementation of IPv6, through the provision of technical assistance to >> African countries. >> >> read more @ >> >> http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/bdt-director/Pages/News.aspx?ItemID=60 >> >> ---cut-- >> >> Now that the big boys at ITU, Geneva have finally seen the light and are >> working with/through AfriNIC, I hope our local boys (unfortunately, I >> never see the girls at CCK-top-level :-) will finally receive and pick the >> signal sooner rather than later. >> >> I have always argued that to break into the Internet governance system, >> you got to do it from within the existing frameworks. >> >> walu. >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kivuva%40transworldaf… >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > >

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ICANN signs contract
by waudo siganga 14 May '14

14 May '14

http://domainincite.com/16212-despite-irp-africa-gets-a-new-gtld-contract

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ICANN signs contract
by waudo siganga 14 May '14

14 May '14

http://domainincite.com/16212-despite-irp-africa-gets-a-new-gtld-contract

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Fwd: Diplo needs your help...
by Barrack Otieno 13 May '14

13 May '14

Hi Colleagues and Friends of Diplo, This is a call to action, please respond. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Stephanie Borg Psaila <stephaniep(a)diplomacy.edu> Date: Fri, 9 May 2014 11:42:20 +0200 Subject: Diplo needs your help... To: igcbp(a)diplomacy.edu Dear friends, Since funding for deserving students to attend courses has become very difficult, we are trying new possibilities. Please read about it below, and help us if you can. Donations and passing this information to others both count as helping... Diplo has launched its first crowdfunding attempt, through the Pozible platform: http://www.pozible.com/project/180875. We are starting with a very modest goal: to raise funds for several scholarships for our summer courses; we hope this will develop into a substantial fund which we can use in different ways to support the participation of people from small and developing states in our courses. We have also established a page on our website to support this fund: http://www.diplomacy.edu/aboutus/support/fund. The idea of crowdfunding is to collect a large number of small (or medium-sized) donations. To do this, we need to reach as wide as possible an audience with the invitation to contribute and to share. Please share the announcement or the link above; if you know anyone who might like to contribute with a small or even not-so-small donation, please invite them to do so. Your help is much appreciated! Best, Stephanie* <http://www.diplointernetgovernance.org>** <http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses>* Is this email not displaying correctly? View this email in your browser<http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=b174fff29d…> Dear Alumni, We are starting a crowdfunding campaign to establish a scholarship fund for small and developing states. The idea with crowdfunding is to collect small donations from multiple sources. We are starting with a modest goal, but hope to eventually establish a substantial rolling fund to assist many people over the long term. You know the value of our work in helping to strengthen the voices of small and developing states at international conferences and negotiations, and enable them to better represent national needs and interests. We want to build this fund because we know the impact of scholarships for many people who couldn’t otherwise participate in Diplo’s programmes. Yet the financial resources available to provide this support are reducing, as donor priorities change. *How can you help? * - Have you benefited from our courses and would you like to help others do the same? Please consider making a donation. Donations do not have to be large - 10 euros will make a difference. - Do you know other people who share our vision and have the financial means to help, with a larger donation? Please let them know about our campaign and about how studying with Diplo made a difference for you. - Help us share the news about our campaign widely. You can share it on Facebook or Twitter, and through any networks you are part of. For more information or to make a donation please visit our fundraising campaign page at http://www.pozible.com/project/180875<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> Thank you for your participation! Hannah Slavik Educational Programmes Director DiploFoundation <http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> Like us on FaceBook<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> <http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> Follow us on Twitter<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> <http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> Our website<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf…> <http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> Our network<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3…> *Copyright © 2014 DiploFoundation, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you attended DiploFoundation's course(s). ------------------------------ To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to igcbp+unsubscribe(a)diplomacy.edu. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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DNS & Trademarks workshop in Cotonou Benin (May 5-6, 2014) - A post event blog post
by Bob Omondi 13 May '14

13 May '14

Dear Listers (sorry for cross posting...) A blog on the just concluded DNS & Trademarks workshop in Benin has just been posted at: http://blog.icann.org/2014/05/curtains-fall-on-the-domain-names-trademarks-… Happy reading. Regards Bob.

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ITU signs IPv6 Coperation with AFRINIC
by Walubengo J 13 May '14

13 May '14

----start-- The International Telecommunication Union today signed a letter of intent with the African Network Information Centre (www.AFRINIC.net) on the promotion of IPv6. The letter of intent seeks to establish a high-level framework of cooperation to carry out a number of activities to improve the implementation of IPv6, through the provision of technical assistance to African countries. read more @ http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/bdt-director/Pages/News.aspx?ItemID=60 ---cut-- Now that the big boys at ITU, Geneva have finally seen the light and are working with/through AfriNIC, I hope our local boys (unfortunately, I never see the girls at CCK-top-level :-) will finally receive and pick the signal sooner rather than later. I have always argued that to break into the Internet governance system, you got to do it from within the existing frameworks. walu.

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What did Africa Get out of NetMundial Internet Governance Discussions?
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 12 May '14

12 May '14

https://www.accessnow.org/blog/2014/05/09/spotlight-on-african-contribution… *"Generally, the final NetMundial statement is in line with the priorities expressed in the African submissions in acknowledging the universality of human rights and taking into consideration internet governance priorities from developing countries’ perspectives. For example, the NetMundial outcome document recognizes that the internet is a global resource, which should be managed in the public interest."* Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito*

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ICANN Multi-Stakeholder Ethos Award
by Bob Omondi 11 May '14

11 May '14

Dear Listers, Please see below for you attention / Participation (and sorry for cross-posting...) First Award Targeted for ICANN Public Meeting in London *Nominations Close 17 May 2014* ICANN is pleased to announce the opening of the nomination period for ICANN's new *Multistakeholder Ethos Award Program*. This award program seeks to recognize long-standing community members who have served in leadership roles in multiple ICANN working groups or committees and demonstrated collaboration with different supporting organizations and/or advisory committees. The *Multistakeholder Ethos Award* will recognize ICANN participants who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions, recognized the importance of ICANN's multistakeholder model of Internet governance, and contributed in a substantive way to the higher interests of ICANN's organization and its community. *The nomination period for community nominees opens today, 21 April 2014 and closes on 17 May 2014.* *Community members interested in submitting a nomination are invited to send an email to ethosaward2014(a)icann.org <ethosaward2014(a)icann.org> including:* - *Name of nominee.* - *Community of nominee.* - *Reasons for nomination.* Please read more at : http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-21apr14-en.htm and an explanatory blog at: http://blog.icann.org/2014/04/multistakeholder-ethos-award-nomination-proce… *Thank you* *Regards* *Bob.*

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Kenya’s data protection bill ready for adoption
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 11 May '14

11 May '14

Interesting read especially with the ongoing ideas on fresh registration people: http://www.itwebafrica.com/ict-and-governance/256-kenya/232836-kenyas-data-… Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito*

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Re: [kictanet] Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya?
by Matunda Nyanchama 10 May '14

10 May '14

Friends, This is a good discussions. But can you really consider ICT in the same terms as medicine, engineering, law, accounting, etc.? Consider that some of these professions have been around for centuries, have evolved codes/practices/ethics that have allowed for standardization (and hence regulation), mainly as a consequence impact on safety/lives/economy/etc. ICT, despite the speed with which it has allowed things to change, has yet to get there to be at par with some of these professions. Example: the core ICT subject matter expertise is not agreed across the board, although there is tendency towards convergence over the last 30 years. I have seen such disparate BScs in computer science/engineering with astounding variance! Amazing! CSK's role was cut to help the profession mature in the country. It should do more and live to expectations. I have also seen a few names recently, mainly driven from private sector interests. My guess: we're on an evolutionary path where the fittest will survive; fittest defined by terms like adaptation, innovation, relevance, etc. Shukrani. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Matunda Nyanchama, PhD, CISSP; mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com Agano Consulting Inc.; www.aganoconsulting.com; Twitter: nmatunda; Skype: okiambe ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manage your ICT risks! We are the experts you need! The trusted partners you deserve! Call: +1-888-587-1150 (Canada) +254-20-267-0743 (Kenya) or info(a)aganoconsulting.com Licensed by Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "The best revenge is massive success" - Frank Sinatra----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This e-mail, including attachments, may be privileged and may contain confidential or proprietary information intended only for the addressee(s). Any other distribution, copying, use, or disclosure is unauthorized and strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and permanently delete the message, including any attachments, without making a copy. Thank you.

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"For Africans the Internet will never really be neutral". On net Neutrality in Africa
by Alice Munyua 10 May '14

10 May '14

http://manypossibilities.net/2014/05/net-neutrality-in-africa/ Best Alice

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] FW: Workshop release - Communiqué de Presse - Cotonou
by Bob Omondi 09 May '14

09 May '14

Just forwarding this for those who are following. More information and presentations made during the workshop can be found at: http://cot14.africanncommunity.org/ The workshop report will be posted on the website soon. Regards Bob. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: 2014-05-08 10:18 GMT+03:00 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] FW: Workshop release - Communiqué de Presse - Cotonou To: AfrICANN list <africann(a)afrinic.net> Dear all, Please see attached a Press release on the Cotonou workshop. More information will follow. Bonjour a tous: Voici joint un communique de Presse sur l'atelier de Cotonou. D'autres informations suivront. Merci - Yaovi Atohoun Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager – Africa ICANN – www.icann.org Mobile : +229 66015649 / 97891228 _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Re: [kictanet] [ISOC_KE] "For Africans the Internet will never really be neutral". On net Neutrality in Africa
by Gideon 09 May '14

09 May '14

Very interesting views on Net Neutrality that we must definitely start thinking about at a very foundamental level. Kind Regards Gideon Rop DotConnectAfrica On Fri, May 9, 2014 at 4:35 PM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: > Alice > > Thanks for sharing. This issue of Net Neutrality continues to consistently > rear its 'ugly' or 'beautiful' head depending on whatever side of the fence > you sit. I have asked this before (and will probably continue to) of the > official government position regarding this issue. > > I understand that some of these issues are of little interest to a lot of > us but I want to raise a flag that the more we ignore some of these > 'boring' issues the day they hit us smack in the face will be when we wish > we could have done more. > > We need a lot more engagement and discourse on this. > > As a member of ISOC - Kenya Chapter, I will continue to engage on this > issue. > > *Ali Hussein* > > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > On May 9, 2014, at 1:35 PM, Alice Munyua via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > http://manypossibilities.net/2014/05/net-neutrality-in-africa/ > > > Best > > Alice > > > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > _______________________________________________ > isoc mailing list > isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke > http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc > >

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Re: [kictanet] kictanet Digest, Vol 84, Issue 18
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 09 May '14

09 May '14

+1 on Michael's opinion Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* On 9 May 2014 13:17, <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: CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? (Michael Murungi) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 9 May 2014 13:15:22 +0300 > From: Michael Murungi <michaelmurungi(a)gmail.com> > To: Fiona Asonga <tespok(a)tespok.co.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy > Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? > Message-ID: > < > CAK9KJhssDGP4CXmiTEpWv-drmQbDo6_U3Qx5kF3W3iCC+TjCJw(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Dear Fiona & All > Thanks for a great conversation. > 1. On this point: When liability of network content is placed on the > network operator as opposed to the network users what is there to protect > the users privacy if the the network operator proceeds to prey in the name > of protecting themselves from liability? - We need legislation protecting > intermediaries from liability (intermediary liability legislation) - > government is willing to pass this - it has made this promise in the > National ICT Masterplan - perhaps Tespok can convene a working > group/roundtable on this so that the position comes out well in the Data > Protection Law? > > 2. On reporting about any requests from government, we can perhaps learn > from the Trasparency Reports published by a number of tech companies: > - - https://www.google.com/transparencyreport/ > - https://transparency.twitter.com/ > -http://transparency.verizon.com/us-data > - > > http://www.microsoft.com/about/corporatecitizenship/en-us/reporting/transpa… > > > Kindest regards, > Michael M. Murungi > > > > On 9 May 2014 12:50, Fiona Asonga via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > Hallo Ali > > > > Thanks for the interest in the subject matter, kindly find my responses > > inline: > > > > > > Fiona Asonga > > Chief Executive Officer > > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya Internet > > Exchange Point > > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response Team > > > > NRO Number Council http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html > > > > ASO Address Council http://aso.icann.org/ac/ > > > > > > 14 th Floor, Bruce House > > Standard Street > > > > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 > > Cell: +254 721 713 504 > > > > Website: www.tespok.or.ke > > > > > > > > ?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction > > within the Industry and Government? > > > > > > > > Fiona Asonga > > Chief Executive Officer > > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya Internet > > Exchange Point > > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response Team > > > > *NRO Number Council* *http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html*< > http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html> > > > > *ASO Address Council* *http://aso.icann.org/ac/*< > http://aso.icann.org/ac/> > > > > > > 14th Floor, Bruce House > > Standard Street > > > > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 > > Cell: +254 721 713 504 > > > > Website: www.tespok.or.ke > > > > > > <http://www.tespok.or.ke/> > > *?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction * > > *within the Industry and Government?* > > > > ------------------------------ > > *From: *"Ali Hussein" <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > > *To: *tespok(a)tespok.co.ke > > *Cc: *"KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > *Sent: *Friday, May 9, 2014 11:32:22 AM > > > > *Subject: *Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? > > > > Fiona > > > > Thanks for speaking out. Appreciated. > > > > May I make some comments/ask some questions? > > > > We must balance the needs for privacy and national security. Where this > > country is at the moment we should appreciate the government's > fundamental > > duty of safeguarding citizens' security and the country's infrastructure. > > Having said that it is also incumbent on the industry to have some > > transparency as required by our constitution. For avoidance of doubt has > > the industry:- > > > > 1. Received requests to monitor individual email and search activity in > > Kenya? > > There has been no request to monitor any individual emails in Kenya. > > However, as an industry we have been concerned about certain amendments > to > > the KCA carried out in 2008 that were rather vague giving excessive power > > to network operators to carry out the above. When liability of network > > content is placed on the network operator as opposed to the network users > > what is there to protect the users privacy if the the network operator > > proceeds to prey in the name of protecting themselves from liability? > This > > is one important issue that we hope will be amended once we have the Data > > Protection Act in place. > > > > 2. Is there any report that the industry puts together where we can see:- > > a) Govt request of the above? > > We are still in the initial process of negotiating the operational > > framework of how government can work in partnership with private sector. > We > > are yet to receive a request from government. When the requests start > > coming in we shall document and have a both a public and detailed reports > > of our operations. > > > > b) How many were obliged and how many refused? > > None have come through yet > > > > 3. Cyber security breaches and how they were dealt with? > > From our reports on the usalama site you will notice that the cyber > > security breaches numbers vary depending on the type of threat, source > and > > country out of which attack is stemming from. We have presented the > reports > > as per month and quarter with all the breached we observed. > > On dealing with the security breaches: > > TESPOK has a 24/7/365 monitoring system that send alerts based on the > > threat priority to the TESPOK technical team. Then we begin to engage the > > ISP > > 1st point of contact is the respective ISP security staff whom we contact > > with breach details and recommendations and give them time to remedy > > situation. > > 2nd point of contact is the Network/IT head to report the status from our > > end > > 3rd point of contact is the CEO of the respective ISP if his team is > > unable to remedy situation, we request permission to assist resolve the > > breach at no extra cost to the ISPs. We also provide the CEO all the > > information they require about the breach in the event that the public > need > > to be informed. In the last one year we have had 2 major breaches that > saw > > us follow this process and introduce engagement with Kenya Bankers > > Association due to the financial institutions that were at risk. > > We are working on a program for the financial sector that will be > deployed > > as soon as Kenya Bankers Association have finalized implementation issues > > at their end. > > > > Kenya is at the top of Internet freedom worldwide. We must temper this > > freedom with responsibility. Its a fine balance and requires both the > > private sector, non-governmental players and the government itself to > work > > in tandem to ensure this freedom is not abused. > > I couldn't have put it better, online security is a space we all need to > > participate in a stakeholders of the shared platform. > > > > On the part of Government, we must urge them that while they ensure and > > safeguard our borders both within and without they must do it within the > > purviews of humanity and decency - after all that is what differentiates > us > > from those who seek to destroy what we hold dear. > > > > > > *Ali Hussein* > > > > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > > > Skype: abu-jomo > > > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim< > http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > > > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > > > Sent from my iPad > > > > On May 9, 2014, at 9:02 AM, "Fiona Asonga" <tespok(a)tespok.co.ke> wrote: > > > > Hallo Listers, > > > > TESPOK the umbrella body for service providers that runs the KIXP has > > taken time to follow up on the posts in the preceding emails. > > > > TESPOK as the industry body for service providers has been running a > > Computer Security Incident Response Team since 2009. We have realtime > user > > access to for service providers to view auto-generated reports of their > > network status. CCK has been working with TESPOK since 2011 to ensure > > network integrity for the safety of Internet users. The working > > arrangements places TESPOK as the face of the ISPs in as far as CCK and > > cyber security is concerned. We are unable to confirm any requests to > block > > websites or blogs, however ISPs have been requested by both TESPOK and > CCK > > to have dedicated Network Security staff. > > > > It is my view that the request to engage may have been mis-understood or > > mis-communicated. KIXP is dependent on content and it would be counter > > productive for TESPOK to support blocking of websites thus reducing > content > > access at the KIXP. > > > > In the event that we note changes to our mode of engagement with CCK in a > > manner to negatively impact on the end users' experience we shall not > > hesitate to speak up. For more details on our cyber security program > kindly > > visit www.cyberusalama.co.ke or www.usalama.co.ke > > > > kind regards > > > > > > Fiona Asonga > > Chief Executive Officer > > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya Internet > > Exchange Point > > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response Team > > > > NRO Number Council http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html > > > > ASO Address Council http://aso.icann.org/ac/ > > > > > > 14 th Floor, Bruce House > > Standard Street > > > > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 > > Cell: +254 721 713 504 > > > > Website: www.tespok.or.ke > > > > > > > > ?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction > > within the Industry and Government? > > > > ------------------------------ > > > > From: "Ali Hussein via kictanet" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > To: tespok(a)tespok.co.ke > > Sent: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 2:16:25 PM > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? > > > > > > > > Wash & all > > > > > > Its not the blocking that worries me. It's the big brother syndrome that > > concerns me. That Govts worldwide have this syndrome is a foregone > > conclusion. The ones who are not in the news just haven't been caught yet > > or are openly doing it - China, Russia, Middle East countries etc. > > > > > > Ali Hussein > > > > > > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > > > > > > > > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > > > Skype: abu-jomo > > > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > > > > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > > > > > > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > > > Sent from my iPad > > > > On May 7, 2014, at 1:21 PM, Odhiambo Washington via kictanet < > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > I think it's not going to be easy to block web content unless the govt > > buys the equipment the ISPs need for this purpose - content filtering. > You > > can block a website, but it's another game altogether to block the > content. > > Content can be moved very easily to other hosts. Plus, it's gonna be > > futile, because that very content will be shared on Social Media the > moment > > the govt opens its mouth:) You know that once it's in social media, it's > > not just a website anymore we're talking about. > > > > > > > > > > So, IMHO, I believe the govt will NOT be doing this. > > > > > > Victor, is there a law that allows the govt or it's agents to block web > > content? What are the provisions within that law, and are those > provisions > > violated by those websites. > > > > > > > > > > > > On 5 May 2014 21:23, Victor Kapiyo via kictanet < > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > Dear listers, > > > > I came across this tweet earlier today. I'm not sure of the legitimacy of > > the claim, but could someone from CCK, any ISP or lister respond to the > > allegations / shed more light on this? > > > > > > Tweet from Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) > > > > Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) tweeted at 1:22 PM on Mon, May 05, 2014: > > > > Now the govt through CCK wants ISPs to block some 15 websites and blogs > > critical of the government. > > > > ( https://twitter.com/RobertAlai/status/463262331695550464 ) > > > > Victor > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/odhiambo%40gmail.com > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and > > development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and > bandwidth, > > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > > > > > > -- > > Best regards, > > Odhiambo WASHINGTON, > > Nairobi,KE > > +254733744121/+254722743223 > > "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler." > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and > > development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and > bandwidth, > > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/tespok%40tespok.co.ke > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and > development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and > bandwidth, > > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/michaelmurungi%40gmai… > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and > development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and > bandwidth, > > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > >

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CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites?
by Victor Kapiyo 09 May '14

09 May '14

Dear listers, I came across this tweet earlier today. I'm not sure of the legitimacy of the claim, but could someone from CCK, any ISP or lister respond to the allegations / shed more light on this? Tweet from Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) tweeted at 1:22 PM on Mon, May 05, 2014: Now the govt through CCK wants ISPs to block some 15 websites and blogs critical of the government. (https://twitter.com/RobertAlai/status/463262331695550464) Victor

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Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites?
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 09 May '14

09 May '14

+1 on Michael's opinions Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* On 9 May 2014 13:20, Ephraim Percy Kenyanito <ekenyanito(a)gmail.com> wrote: > +1 on Michael's opinion > > Best Regards, > > *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* > > > > On 9 May 2014 13:17, <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: CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? (Michael Murungi) >> >> >> ---------------------------------------------------------------------- >> >> Message: 1 >> Date: Fri, 9 May 2014 13:15:22 +0300 >> From: Michael Murungi <michaelmurungi(a)gmail.com> >> To: Fiona Asonga <tespok(a)tespok.co.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy >> Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? >> Message-ID: >> < >> CAK9KJhssDGP4CXmiTEpWv-drmQbDo6_U3Qx5kF3W3iCC+TjCJw(a)mail.gmail.com> >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" >> >> Dear Fiona & All >> Thanks for a great conversation. >> 1. On this point: When liability of network content is placed on the >> network operator as opposed to the network users what is there to protect >> the users privacy if the the network operator proceeds to prey in the name >> of protecting themselves from liability? - We need legislation >> protecting >> intermediaries from liability (intermediary liability legislation) - >> government is willing to pass this - it has made this promise in the >> National ICT Masterplan - perhaps Tespok can convene a working >> group/roundtable on this so that the position comes out well in the Data >> Protection Law? >> >> 2. On reporting about any requests from government, we can perhaps learn >> from the Trasparency Reports published by a number of tech companies: >> - - https://www.google.com/transparencyreport/ >> - https://transparency.twitter.com/ >> -http://transparency.verizon.com/us-data<https://transparency.twitter.com/-http://transparency.verizon.com/us-data> >> - >> >> http://www.microsoft.com/about/corporatecitizenship/en-us/reporting/transpa… >> >> >> Kindest regards, >> Michael M. Murungi >> >> >> >> On 9 May 2014 12:50, Fiona Asonga via kictanet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >> > Hallo Ali >> > >> > Thanks for the interest in the subject matter, kindly find my responses >> > inline: >> > >> > >> > Fiona Asonga >> > Chief Executive Officer >> > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya >> Internet >> > Exchange Point >> > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response >> Team >> > >> > NRO Number Council http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html >> > >> > ASO Address Council http://aso.icann.org/ac/ >> > >> > >> > 14 th Floor, Bruce House >> > Standard Street >> > >> > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 >> > Cell: +254 721 713 504 >> > >> > Website: www.tespok.or.ke >> > >> > >> > >> > ?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction >> > within the Industry and Government? >> > >> > >> > >> > Fiona Asonga >> > Chief Executive Officer >> > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya >> Internet >> > Exchange Point >> > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response >> Team >> > >> > *NRO Number Council* *http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html*< >> http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html> >> > >> > *ASO Address Council* *http://aso.icann.org/ac/*< >> http://aso.icann.org/ac/> >> > >> > >> > 14th Floor, Bruce House >> > Standard Street >> > >> > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 >> > Cell: +254 721 713 504 >> > >> > Website: www.tespok.or.ke >> > >> > >> > <http://www.tespok.or.ke/> >> > *?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction * >> > *within the Industry and Government?* >> > >> > ------------------------------ >> > *From: *"Ali Hussein" <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> >> > *To: *tespok(a)tespok.co.ke >> > *Cc: *"KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> > *Sent: *Friday, May 9, 2014 11:32:22 AM >> > >> > *Subject: *Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? >> > >> > Fiona >> > >> > Thanks for speaking out. Appreciated. >> > >> > May I make some comments/ask some questions? >> > >> > We must balance the needs for privacy and national security. Where this >> > country is at the moment we should appreciate the government's >> fundamental >> > duty of safeguarding citizens' security and the country's >> infrastructure. >> > Having said that it is also incumbent on the industry to have some >> > transparency as required by our constitution. For avoidance of doubt has >> > the industry:- >> > >> > 1. Received requests to monitor individual email and search activity in >> > Kenya? >> > There has been no request to monitor any individual emails in Kenya. >> > However, as an industry we have been concerned about certain amendments >> to >> > the KCA carried out in 2008 that were rather vague giving excessive >> power >> > to network operators to carry out the above. When liability of network >> > content is placed on the network operator as opposed to the network >> users >> > what is there to protect the users privacy if the the network operator >> > proceeds to prey in the name of protecting themselves from liability? >> This >> > is one important issue that we hope will be amended once we have the >> Data >> > Protection Act in place. >> > >> > 2. Is there any report that the industry puts together where we can >> see:- >> > a) Govt request of the above? >> > We are still in the initial process of negotiating the operational >> > framework of how government can work in partnership with private >> sector. We >> > are yet to receive a request from government. When the requests start >> > coming in we shall document and have a both a public and detailed >> reports >> > of our operations. >> > >> > b) How many were obliged and how many refused? >> > None have come through yet >> > >> > 3. Cyber security breaches and how they were dealt with? >> > From our reports on the usalama site you will notice that the cyber >> > security breaches numbers vary depending on the type of threat, source >> and >> > country out of which attack is stemming from. We have presented the >> reports >> > as per month and quarter with all the breached we observed. >> > On dealing with the security breaches: >> > TESPOK has a 24/7/365 monitoring system that send alerts based on the >> > threat priority to the TESPOK technical team. Then we begin to engage >> the >> > ISP >> > 1st point of contact is the respective ISP security staff whom we >> contact >> > with breach details and recommendations and give them time to remedy >> > situation. >> > 2nd point of contact is the Network/IT head to report the status from >> our >> > end >> > 3rd point of contact is the CEO of the respective ISP if his team is >> > unable to remedy situation, we request permission to assist resolve the >> > breach at no extra cost to the ISPs. We also provide the CEO all the >> > information they require about the breach in the event that the public >> need >> > to be informed. In the last one year we have had 2 major breaches that >> saw >> > us follow this process and introduce engagement with Kenya Bankers >> > Association due to the financial institutions that were at risk. >> > We are working on a program for the financial sector that will be >> deployed >> > as soon as Kenya Bankers Association have finalized implementation >> issues >> > at their end. >> > >> > Kenya is at the top of Internet freedom worldwide. We must temper this >> > freedom with responsibility. Its a fine balance and requires both the >> > private sector, non-governmental players and the government itself to >> work >> > in tandem to ensure this freedom is not abused. >> > I couldn't have put it better, online security is a space we all need to >> > participate in a stakeholders of the shared platform. >> > >> > On the part of Government, we must urge them that while they ensure and >> > safeguard our borders both within and without they must do it within the >> > purviews of humanity and decency - after all that is what >> differentiates us >> > from those who seek to destroy what we hold dear. >> > >> > >> > *Ali Hussein* >> > >> > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> > >> > Twitter: @AliHKassim >> > >> > Skype: abu-jomo >> > >> > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim< >> http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >> > >> > Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> > >> > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >> will >> > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> > >> > Sent from my iPad >> > >> > On May 9, 2014, at 9:02 AM, "Fiona Asonga" <tespok(a)tespok.co.ke> >> wrote: >> > >> > Hallo Listers, >> > >> > TESPOK the umbrella body for service providers that runs the KIXP has >> > taken time to follow up on the posts in the preceding emails. >> > >> > TESPOK as the industry body for service providers has been running a >> > Computer Security Incident Response Team since 2009. We have realtime >> user >> > access to for service providers to view auto-generated reports of their >> > network status. CCK has been working with TESPOK since 2011 to ensure >> > network integrity for the safety of Internet users. The working >> > arrangements places TESPOK as the face of the ISPs in as far as CCK and >> > cyber security is concerned. We are unable to confirm any requests to >> block >> > websites or blogs, however ISPs have been requested by both TESPOK and >> CCK >> > to have dedicated Network Security staff. >> > >> > It is my view that the request to engage may have been mis-understood or >> > mis-communicated. KIXP is dependent on content and it would be counter >> > productive for TESPOK to support blocking of websites thus reducing >> content >> > access at the KIXP. >> > >> > In the event that we note changes to our mode of engagement with CCK in >> a >> > manner to negatively impact on the end users' experience we shall not >> > hesitate to speak up. For more details on our cyber security program >> kindly >> > visit www.cyberusalama.co.ke or www.usalama.co.ke >> > >> > kind regards >> > >> > >> > Fiona Asonga >> > Chief Executive Officer >> > Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya/ Kenya >> Internet >> > Exchange Point >> > Member Strategic Committee of the Africa Computer Emergency Response >> Team >> > >> > NRO Number Council http://www.nro.net/about/number-council.html >> > >> > ASO Address Council http://aso.icann.org/ac/ >> > >> > >> > 14 th Floor, Bruce House >> > Standard Street >> > >> > Tel: +254 20 2245 036 >> > Cell: +254 721 713 504 >> > >> > Website: www.tespok.or.ke >> > >> > >> > >> > ?Industry voice in Telecommunications, Providing Policy and Direction >> > within the Industry and Government? >> > >> > ------------------------------ >> > >> > From: "Ali Hussein via kictanet" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> >> > To: tespok(a)tespok.co.ke >> > Sent: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 2:16:25 PM >> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? >> > >> > >> > >> > Wash & all >> > >> > >> > Its not the blocking that worries me. It's the big brother syndrome that >> > concerns me. That Govts worldwide have this syndrome is a foregone >> > conclusion. The ones who are not in the news just haven't been caught >> yet >> > or are openly doing it - China, Russia, Middle East countries etc. >> > >> > >> > Ali Hussein >> > >> > >> > +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > Twitter: @AliHKassim >> > >> > Skype: abu-jomo >> > >> > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >> > >> > Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> > >> > >> > >> > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >> will >> > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> > >> > Sent from my iPad >> > >> > On May 7, 2014, at 1:21 PM, Odhiambo Washington via kictanet < >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > wrote: >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > I think it's not going to be easy to block web content unless the govt >> > buys the equipment the ISPs need for this purpose - content filtering. >> You >> > can block a website, but it's another game altogether to block the >> content. >> > Content can be moved very easily to other hosts. Plus, it's gonna be >> > futile, because that very content will be shared on Social Media the >> moment >> > the govt opens its mouth:) You know that once it's in social media, it's >> > not just a website anymore we're talking about. >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > So, IMHO, I believe the govt will NOT be doing this. >> > >> > >> > Victor, is there a law that allows the govt or it's agents to block web >> > content? What are the provisions within that law, and are those >> provisions >> > violated by those websites. >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > On 5 May 2014 21:23, Victor Kapiyo via kictanet < >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > wrote: >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > Dear listers, >> > >> > I came across this tweet earlier today. I'm not sure of the legitimacy >> of >> > the claim, but could someone from CCK, any ISP or lister respond to the >> > allegations / shed more light on this? >> > >> > >> > Tweet from Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) >> > >> > Robert Alai (@RobertAlai) tweeted at 1:22 PM on Mon, May 05, 2014: >> > >> > Now the govt through CCK wants ISPs to block some 15 websites and blogs >> > critical of the government. >> > >> > ( https://twitter.com/RobertAlai/status/463262331695550464 ) >> > >> > Victor >> > _______________________________________________ >> > kictanet mailing list >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > >> > Unsubscribe or change your options at >> > >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/odhiambo%40gmail.com >> > >> > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> > development. >> > >> > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >> bandwidth, >> > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, >> do >> > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > -- >> > Best regards, >> > Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >> > Nairobi,KE >> > +254733744121/+254722743223 >> > "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler." >> > >> > >> > >> > _______________________________________________ >> > kictanet mailing list >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > >> > Unsubscribe or change your options at >> > >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >> > >> > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> > development. >> > >> > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >> bandwidth, >> > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, >> do >> > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > _______________________________________________ >> > kictanet mailing list >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > >> > Unsubscribe or change your options at >> > >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/tespok%40tespok.co.ke >> > >> > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> development. >> > >> > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >> bandwidth, >> > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, >> do >> > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > _______________________________________________ >> > kictanet mailing list >> > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> > >> > Unsubscribe or change your options at >> > >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/michaelmurungi%40gmai… >> > >> > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> development. >> > >> > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and >> bandwidth, >> > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, >> do >> > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > >>

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From CCK to CAK- Domain Name Puzzle
by Kamotho Njenga 09 May '14

09 May '14

The coming into force of the changes to the Kenya Information and Communications Act has seen the Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) renamed to Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK). Naturally arising from this name switch is a commensurate modification to the domain name to reflect the new dawn regulator. This was supposed to be the easiest part of the change over since it would just require a quick substitution of the lower level domain from "cck" to "cak". But with the "cak" already taken by the Competition Authority ( http://www.cak.go.ke/) , what are the next available options for CCK's online re-branding? Kamotho

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Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya?
by Grace Githaiga 08 May '14

08 May '14

The lawyers have the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), the engineers have the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) the doctors have the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board, the media professionals have the Media Council of Kenya while the accountants have ICPAK. But who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya? http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/2305252/-/1208f…

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Strathmore’s @iLabAfrica and Sunesis LTD to offer Dashboard in Excel Training
by Tirus Wanyoike 08 May '14

08 May '14

Dear Kictanet Members I am happy to inform you that @iLabAfrica will Hold a two days training seminar on Dashboard Reporting Using Excel - Strathmore University’s @iLabAfrica and Sunesis Consulting LTD will conduct a two day’s intense practical training on Dashboard Reporting Using Excel from the 15th to the 16th of May. - Read more here<http://www.ilabafrica.ac.ke/index.php/media-news/news/385-dashboard-in-exce…> See you at the training! Kind Regards, Tirus Wanyoike Business Development Manager - @iLabAfrica Strathmore University M:(+254) (0) 723 885 209 | T: (+254) (0) 703 034 000 | Skype: kamau.tirus Strathmore Student Centre Building (4th Floor), Keri Road, Madaraka Estate, Nairobi, Kenya, Website: www.iLabAfrica.ac.ke <http://www.ilabafrica.ac.ke/> / www.strathmore.edu -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore’s Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Re: [kictanet] CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites?
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 06 May '14

06 May '14

I hope these new allegations are not true but I found some interesting research posted in 2013 on University of Toronto's Citizenlab Project. https://citizenlab.org/2013/01/appendix-a-summary-analysis-of-blue-coat-cou… A: Summary Analysis of Blue Coat “Countries of Interest”* January 15, 2013* " *Kenya*- There were three PacketShaper installations found in Kenya during research. All three were initially identified by Shodan in December 2012 and were verified as accessible. These were on netblocks associated with Hughes Network Systems, which is a satellite-based Internet provider. The hostnames of the IP addresses of these installations resolve to the iWayAfrica domain, which is an African provider of broadband Internet service. In 2012, it was reported that the Communications Commission of Kenya was implementing a system to monitor incoming and outgoing traffic on the country’s networks, including personal e-mails, in order to respond to potential cyber threats. Mobile operators were instructed to cooperate in the installation of Internet traffic monitoring equipment known as Network Early Warning Systems." (Okuttah Mark, “CCK Sparks Row with Fresh Bid to Spy on Internet Users,” Business Daily, March 20, 2012, http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Corporate-News/CCK-sparks-row-with-fresh…; and Winfred Kagwe, “Kenya: CCK Defends Plan to Monitor Private Emails,” All Africa, May 17, 2012, http://allafrica.com/stories/201205181170.html.)" -- Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* On 6 May 2014 18:40, <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. Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya? (Grace Githaiga) > 2. Re: Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya? (Ali Hussein) > 3. Re: CCK & ISPs to Block of Websites? (Walubengo J) > 4. Re: Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya? (Mark Mwangi) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Tue, 6 May 2014 09:04:14 +0000 > From: Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> > To: "kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: [kictanet] Who speaks for the ICT professionals in Kenya? > Message-ID: <DUB111-W137B83148CF84AC950F26BBB44F0(a)phx.gbl> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > The lawyers have the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), the engineers have the > Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) the doctors have the Kenya Medical > Practitioners and Dentist Board, the media professionals have the Media > Council of Kenya while the accountants have ICPAK. But who speaks for the > ICT professionals in Kenya? > > http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/2305252/-/1208f… >

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The Network wars move to advertising - Safaricom scores a win against orange
by Ali Hussein 06 May '14

06 May '14

Listers A classic case of self- regulation where government was nowhere to be seen and the protagonists respect the outcome of industry peers and experts. Advertising standards body rules that Orange commercial against Safaricom be withdrawn The controversial Do You Know advert which ASC has ruled be withdrawn and reworded. The Advertising Standards Committee (ASC) has ruled that a controversial advert run by Orange from earlier this year be withdrawn from the mediums on which it has been running. In its ruling, the ASC states that the commercial which has been running on all platforms – print; online and broadcast - is misleading as it failed to mention that the other network – in this case Safaricom – had a price point of Kshs 2 during off-peak hours... Read on:- http://www.cio.co.ke/news/main-stories/advertising-standards-body-rules-tha… Ali Hussein +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Re: [kictanet] Fw: Declining English grammar in our Newsprint
by scmutunga 03 May '14

03 May '14

The computer can spell check but cannot chose the 'right word'. What Catherine has raised is important especially today when media practitioners are attending World Press Freedom conference at KICC. Among the issues that have been raised is the quality of stories. Stories are printed with glaring grammatical and syntactical mistakes that can be corrected with thorough editing. Cost cutting measures have robbed media of copy editors who are deemed as non-core and this may be one of the factors that has led us to this situation. Catherine Adeya via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >_______________________________________________ >kictanet mailing list >kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > >Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/scmutunga%40yahoo.com > >The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > >KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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Fw: [AIS14-Announce] 2 weeks left to register for AIS 2014
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 03 May '14

03 May '14

For Your Information Jane On Friday, May 2, 2014 8:16 PM, Tijani BENJEMAA <tijani.benjemaa(a)topnet.tn> wrote: Thanks a lot Gael. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tijani BEN JEMAA Executive Director Mediterranean Federation of Internet Associations (FMAI) Phone: + 216 41 649 605 Mobile: + 216 98 330 114 Fax: + 216 70 853 376 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- De :Gael Hernandez [mailto:gael@pch.net] Envoyé : vendredi 2 mai 2014 16:48 À : tijani.benjemaa(a)topnet.tn Cc : Ashil Oogarah; announce(a)afrinic.net; ais14-announce(a)internetsummitafrica.org Objet : Re: [AIS14-Announce] 2 weeks left to register for AIS 2014 On 2 May 2014, at 16:04, Tijani BENJEMAA <tijani.benjemaa(a)topnet.tn> wrote: Dear Ashil, You spoke about the visa procedure. We don’t have Djibouti consulate here in Tunis. Can you please confirm that we can get the visa on arrival? And are there specific documents we should provide to get the visa? Many thanks Ashil. Dear Tijani, The following information is published in http://www.internetsummitafrica.org/en/practical-info/visa Visitors from all countries require a visa when travelling to Djibouti. A valid passport, visa, and evidence of yellow fever vaccination are required for entry in the Republic of Djibouti. Those travelling by air can obtain 3-day visas at Ambouli International Airport for 10,000 Djiboutian francs ($60) or 30-day visas can be obtained for 15,000 Djiboutian Francs ($90). It is, however, advisable to obtain visas prior to travel to Djibouti whenever possible. Inquiries may be made at the nearest Djiboutian embassy or consulate. In countries where there is no Djiboutian diplomatic representation, travellers may sometimes obtain visas at the French Embassy. The validity of the Djiboutian visa is also the amount of time one may stay in the country without a residency permit. If one overstays his/her visa validity, an exit tax of 10,000 Djiboutian francs ($60) may be required. Djiboutian airport taxes of $60 are typically added into the cost of an airline ticket by travel agents. Tickets purchased online, however, sometimes fail to account for this charge and it may be requested at check-in. Any airport/visa/customs fees must be paid in cash. All visitors are strongly encouraged to visit their nearest Djibouti consulate and check for the requirements to obtain a visa. The above-mentioned information is to be used as a guide only. Source : http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/djibouti.html Regards, Gaël Hernandez Research and Outreach Specialist Mobile: +44 746 354 1032 Packet Clearing House http://www.pch.net/ Peering: +1 415 247-7337 peering(a)pch.net NOC: +1 415 247-7337 noc(a)pch.net ________________________________ Ce courrier électronique ne contient aucun virus ou logiciel malveillant parce que la protection Antivirus avast! est active. _______________________________________________ AIS14-Announce mailing list AIS14-Announce(a)internetsummitafrica.org http://lists.internetsummitafrica.org/mailman/listinfo/ais14-announce

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Fw: Declining English grammar in our Newsprint
by Catherine Adeya 02 May '14

02 May '14

Listers, Who remembers this discussion about 3 years ago? Since then there has been a huge improvement in the media. Today something stuck out and it was like déjà vu. Read hard copy of Nation p. 64 or back page to be more specific on the story of 'Why Kimemia lost key Post' (my comment is completely unrelated to the content of the story)..I draw you to the paragraph 5...."...in charge of both the Pubic Service and NSAC". Fast forward to my email in 2011. People suggested I was being very harsh then but here we go again, now in Kenya not in Tanzania like in 2011. However, kudos to Nation for editing it in your online edition which has wider reach in the diaspora. Have a good weekend, Nyaki On Monday, October 10, 2011 10:27 AM, Catherine Adeya <elizaslider(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I think there is a wrong impression that a Journalism graduate is best suited to edit a paper. You may be better off with an English major graduate, Linguistics graduate and Information Sciences (Publishing Major) graduate. The IS course at MU had a renowned editing course in the '80s with the late Jonathan Kariara. I do not know how they are doing now. I remember him teaching an editing class and emphasizing the importance of good grammar, good English and simplicity especially when communicating to the wider market. I remember "Class, it is easier to say "walk" rather than "perambulate" even though they mean the same thing. He gave an example of certain words that you must be extremely careful about when editing...they are words that you must counter-check and DO NOT AT ANY COST rely on your computer (the class already had experience in this). Let me give you an example of one of those words and forgive me as I have no intention to be vulgar. Two years ago I was in Dar and I was reading their top local paper. The heading in one of the lead stories was 'President opens a Pubic library'......I can't remember whether it was a library or what but you know the word I am referring to. I actually drew the attention of someone I knew to this major error and she promised to get in touch with the editor. My point is such words on a spell-checker will be correct, it requires as well trained eye to still sweep over the document and pick words like this. Even in the the Kenyan case we lack this seriously yet the qualified people are there. I am glad this topic has come up because sometimes I just put the paper aside as I am horrified at the level of grammar and editorial mistakes. The same happens with the news that is scrolled during News broadcasts....and while I am at that... some of the Opinion questions are SO ABSURD and even worse they are grammatically wrong...wrong...wrong.... Enough said.... Nyaki ________________________________ From: Victor Bwire <victor(a)article19.org> To: elizaslider(a)yahoo.com Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Sent: Tuesday, October 4, 2011 11:29 PM Subject: Re: [kictanet] Declining English grammar in our Newsprint Infact it is the ICT use that is the cause of the problem- given the little ICT literacy by some of our newsrooms- most of our sub editors learn computer by on job-rarely able to master command of the computer functions- including grammer, spell checks-it will continue happening Previously, we used to print hard copies of the articles for editing manually with red pens- thus very few mistakes- but now. Many of journalism courses do not include introduction to computer lessons- so how will the graduates know how to use them Who regulates journalism training or draws the course or approves the same in the country anyway- if you even happen to see some course outlines offered in some of the colleges and universities offering journalism including Government ones- you will feel sorry ________________________________

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GSMA: Calls will remain high between African countries
by Grace Githaiga 02 May '14

02 May '14

GSMA: Calls will remain high between African countries By Rebecca Wanjiku, Computerworld Kenya 29 Sep, 2011 The cost of telephone calls between African countries is likely to remain high and international call volumes will drop with the introduction of taxes, according to a report from the GSM Association. Senegal, Ghana, Congo Brazaville and Gabon have introduced taxes on incoming international calls, leading to higher costs for users and reduced revenue and call volumes for mobile operators. The taxes are also likely to reduce foreign direct investments because the costs of operating businesses such as call centers will probably go up. "The tax takes the form of an imposed fixed price that operators must charge for international inbound termination, of which the government takes a set amount," said the report, issued on the sidelines of the U.N. Internet Governance Forum in Nairobi. A private party measures international inbound minutes terminated by operators and bills them accordingly, it said. While the taxes are different in the four countries, the affect on the operators has been the same. In Senegal, call prices rose by 50 percent. In Ghana, prices rose by 58 percent while inbound traffic fell by 12 percent in the six months after the tax was introduced. In Congo Brazaville, the price of inbound calls rose by 111 percent while the volume fell by 36 percent. In Gabon, prices rose by 82 percent when the tax was introduced in August 2011. The report questioned the benefit of the tax on economies, given that half the money collected is shared with the third-party company that monitors the calls. "The main objective of this taxation is to raise revenues for governments, in this case by taxing users calling from abroad into the country, however, the government transfers approximately 50 percent of the revenue from the tax to the external call monitoring party," the report said. "This leakage should be taken into account when assessing the effectiveness and net benefit of this tax." The report projects that other African countries are likely to reciprocate by raising the cost of inbound calls. In Congo Brazaville, an operator reported that an operator in another African country raised call termination charges by 30 percent. while in Senegal, an operator reported that nine operators in other African countries raised rates by 23 to 80 percent, making the call costs very high. The GSMA further noted that many operators are not making profits because the cost of other services and maintaining rural telecoms infrastructure is high. In supporting its case to remove telecommunication taxes, the GSMA released another report that highlights the benefits that Kenya has gained since it zero-rated mobile handsets in June 2009. This year, the mobile communications industry will contribute US$300 million to the GDP and a further $100 million from intangible benefits to Kenyan consumers. The industry also employs 250,000 people in Kenya. "Since June 2009 when the tax was removed, handset purchases have increased by more than 200 percent and penetration rates have increased substantially from 50 percent to 70 percent, this successful policy confirms that consumption taxes can have a significant impact on consumer behavior in Kenya," said the report. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you have the strength to survive, you have the power to succeed. Life is all about choices we make depending upon the situation we are in. Go forth and rule the World!

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NETmundial Multistakeholder Statement
by Bob Omondi 02 May '14

02 May '14

Dear Listers, Apologies if you have already seen this. This might me important for those who are following. Thank you. http://netmundial.br/netmundial-multistakeholder-statement/ Regards Bob ICANN

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Application for the FIRE Programme Workshop on Grant Proposal Development - AIS'14 - Djibouti - 3 DAYS LEFT
by Bob Omondi 02 May '14

02 May '14

This may be important for those who are following. Regards Bob. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Patricia Senghor <patricia(a)afrinic.net> Date: 2014-05-02 10:42 GMT+03:00 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Application for the FIRE Programme Workshop on Grant Proposal Development - AIS'14 - Djibouti - 3 DAYS LEFT To: africann(a)afrinic.net [Version Française ci-dessous] *FIRE PROGRAMME - Workshop on Grant Proposal Development 2-3 June 2014, Djibouti – 3 Days left* The Fund for Internet Research and Education (FIRE) Programme will host a *Grant Proposal Development Workshop* in Djibouti from *2-3 June 2014.* The workshop will be held during the *Africa Internet Summit* *(AIS) 2014*and the *AFRINIC 20 Meeting.* This event, which takes place from 25 May – 6 June, is hosted by AFRINIC, AFNOG, Djibouti Telecom under the high patronage of the Ministry of Communications in charge of Posts and Telecommunications. About the Workshop The goal of this workshop is to provide participants with the skills required to create effective grant proposals to seek funding from potential donors. The two-day workshop covers a range of topics relevant to grant proposal writing as well as a session on how to apply for FIRE grants and awards. The workshop will be recorded and made available as a free webinar on http://www.fireafrica.org/ for the benefit of anyone looking for the enhancement of their grant proposal writing skills. Interested African ICT organisations can apply to participate in this Workshop by sending a summary of their project to the FIRE Programme Secretariat at fireprogramme(a)afrinic.net <fireprogram(a)afrinic.net> no later than 5 May 2014, 00:00 UTC. The workshop is free and will be conducted in French. Due to budgetary constraints, we will not be able to provide translation services. Transport and accommodation costs as well as basic living-expenses are covered by the FIRE Programme. *Building human capacity in Francophone, Lusophone and isolated or post-conflict regions* The FIRE Programme encourages innovative approaches to Internet infrastructure development in Africa by using the small grants funding mechanism to enable local organisations to implement creative ICT initiatives. FIRE programme recipients are encouraged to share their knowledge and learned experiences in their local communities so that others can benefit from applying innovative solutions to their unique challenges. A key benefit for FIRE programme project teams is the exposure to a wider group of potential partners and donors, as the success of each initiative may bring projects to a larger scale. Writing effective grant proposals is a critical skill for any team wishing to bring their initiative to the next level. The communities located in Francophone, Lusophone, isolated and post-conflict regions are encouraged to apply for this workshop in order to receive support for capacity building development to improve the quality of future project proposals that will be presented to potential donors, sponsors, or investors. Regards, The FIRE Programme Secretariat -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *PROGRAMME FIRE - **Atelier de Formation sur la Rédaction de Demande de Subvention * *2 – 3 Juin 2014, Djibouti – J-3* Le Fonds pour la Recherche et l'Education sur Internet (FIRE) organise un *Atelier de Formation sur la Rédaction de Demande de Subventions *à Djibouti du* 2 au 3 juin 2014 * Cet atelier se déroulera lors du* Sommet Africain de l’Internet *et de la* réunion d'AFRINIC 20 *organisés par AFRINIC, AFNOG et Djibouti Telecom sous le haut patronage du Ministère de la Communication, en charge des Postes et des Télécommunications, et se déroulant du 25 mai au 06 juin 2014. A propos de l’Atelier ______________________________________________________________________________ L'objectif poursuivi par cet atelier est de conférer aux participants des conseils, des outils et des informations utiles pour la préparation d'une bonne demande de subventions aussi bien auprès du Programme FIRE que d'autres bailleurs de fonds. L’Atelier servira à l'amélioration des qualités rédactionnelles des porteurs de projets souhaitant soumettre une demande de subventions et sera enregistré pour faire servir d’outil pédagogique en ligne publié et accessible gratuitement sur le site du Programme FIRE: http://www.fireafrica.org/ . Les individus, entreprises, organisations, centres de recherches, situés sur le continent africain et intervenant dans le domaine des Technologies de l’information et de la Communication, peuvent manifester leur intérêt à participer à cet Atelier en envoyant un résumé de leur projet au Secrétariat du Programme FIRE à fireprogramme(a)afrinic.net, au plus tard le 5 mai 2014, à 00:00 GMT. L’Atelier est gratuit et se déroulera en français. Les frais de présence à cet atelier seront pris en charge par le Programme FIRE. *Développement et Renforcement des Capacités Humaines en région francophone, lusophone, dans les régions isolées et celles sortant de conflits armés.* ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Le Programme FIRE encourage les approches novatrices pour le développement de l'Infrastructure Internet en Afrique via ses mécanismes de financement que sont les Subventions et les Prix et ce pour permettre aux organisations locales de mettre en œuvre leurs initiatives innovantes dans le secteur des TIC. Les bénéficiaires du Programme FIRE sont encouragés à partager leur connaissance et leur expérience apprises au niveau de leur communauté locale afin que d'autres organisations/personnes soient en mesure de tirer profit de ces solutions innovantes en les appliquant à leurs propres problématiques. La rédaction d'une demande concrète et précise de subvention est une compétence critique à acquérir par chaque organisation souhaitant amener son initiative ou son projet à un niveau supérieur. Les organisations, situées dans les pays francophones, lusophones, dans les régions isolées ou sortant d’un conflit armé, sont particulièrement encouragées à soumettre leur candidature pour participer à cet Atelier. Elles pourront ainsi recevoir un appui en matière de développement de capacités afin d’améliorer la qualité de leur projet à soumettre à des futurs bailleurs de fonds, parrains et/ou investisseurs. Cordialement, Le Secrétariat du Programme FIRE -- Patricia Gnilane SENGHOR Cooperation and Project Development Manager, AFRINIC Ltd. t: +230 4035144. | M: +230 58275956 |tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.netfacebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia ___________________________ Join us at AIS14/AFRINIC20, Djibouti, Djibouti, 25 May-6 June 2014. _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Re: [kictanet] What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance?
by meshack emakunat 02 May '14

02 May '14

And true the ITU could be an old dog but doesnt bark loud. Through the kenya IGF this year, if only it becomes a decision making platfoam then kenya can be heard properly and play in the proper league. What if the IGF had decision making capabilities? ------------------------------ On Thu, May 1, 2014 12:46 PM PDT meshack emakunat wrote: > > > > > >------------------------------ >On Thu, May 1, 2014 12:29 PM PDT meshack emakunat wrote: > >> >> >>Hello. In my view the internet should be free but this does not imply non regulation. it could be true that ICANN owns the internet in the sense that it has influence and decision making capabilities. When viewing it from the aspect that the internet should be free then i think its only when such qualities are 'civil' and can be affected by social, cultural and economic forces rather than political. To be more direct to the point, all i mean is the internet should never be a resource that is under any government's management. We should let the internet take on a laissez faire nature if the internet really is a factor for positive development. >> >> >>------------------------------ >>On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 11:36 PM PDT Mwendwa Kivuva via kictanet wrote: >> >>On 29/04/2014, Grace Githaiga via kictanet >><kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> The Global Multistakeholder Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance, >> dubbed NETmundial, was held on 23 -24th April 2014 in Sao Paolo, Brazil. The >> meeting was triggered by the Snowden Effect, in which the former CIA agent >> leaked damning evidence of how the US government spies on all citizens - >> including heads of states from friendly nations. One of the victims of the >> US spying operations, Dilma Rousseff, the President of Brazil, felt >> motivated enough to mobilise other nations to discuss the governance >> structures of the Internet and how this should evolve going forward. >> http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/2296320/-/12dql… >> >> >> >>-- >>______________________ >>Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>twitter.com/lordmwesh >> >>_______________________________________________ >>kictanet mailing list >>kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >>Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/memakunat%40yahoo.com >> >>The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >>KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> >

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Power firm seeks CCK nod to lease out fibre network
by Grace Githaiga 02 May '14

02 May '14

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) is seeking a portion of the growing data business — filing an application to the telecommunications regulator for a licence to lease its fibre optic cable network to Internet service providers. In response to the application, the Communications Corporation of Kenya has published a notice calling for comments from the public before making the final decision. The public has 30 days from last Friday. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Power-firm-seeks-CCK-nod-to-lease-out-fibr…

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Re: [kictanet] What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance?
by meshack emakunat 01 May '14

01 May '14

------------------------------ On Thu, May 1, 2014 12:29 PM PDT meshack emakunat wrote: > > >Hello. In my view the internet should be free but this does not imply non regulation. it could be true that ICANN owns the internet in the sense that it has influence and decision making capabilities. When viewing it from the aspect that the internet should be free then i think its only when such qualities are 'civil' and can be affected by social, cultural and economic forces rather than political. To be more direct to the point, all i mean is the internet should never be a resource that is under any government's management. We should let the internet take on a laissez faire nature if the internet really is a factor for positive development. > > >------------------------------ >On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 11:36 PM PDT Mwendwa Kivuva via kictanet wrote: > >>On 29/04/2014, Grace Githaiga via kictanet >><kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> The Global Multistakeholder Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance, >> dubbed NETmundial, was held on 23 -24th April 2014 in Sao Paolo, Brazil. The >> meeting was triggered by the Snowden Effect, in which the former CIA agent >> leaked damning evidence of how the US government spies on all citizens - >> including heads of states from friendly nations. One of the victims of the >> US spying operations, Dilma Rousseff, the President of Brazil, felt >> motivated enough to mobilise other nations to discuss the governance >> structures of the Internet and how this should evolve going forward. >> http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/2296320/-/12dql… >> >> >> >>-- >>______________________ >>Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>twitter.com/lordmwesh >> >>_______________________________________________ >>kictanet mailing list >>kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >>Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/memakunat%40yahoo.com >> >>The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >>KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >

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The status of telco regulation in kenya
by Ali Hussein 01 May '14

01 May '14

Listers The yumobile CEO is crying foul regarding the 'stringent' conditions put forward by the CAK to enable Safaricom (who now say they have pulled out of the deal) and Airtel divide up the moribund telco among themselves. To quote him:- “We have been fighting to get the regulator to enforce infrastructure sharing in the industry for years. This never happened until yuMobile announced an acquisition deal and we don’t understand why. If these conditions were enforced earlier, we wouldn’t have contemplated leaving the market in the first place,” the CEO noted. http://www.nation.co.ke/lifestyle/smartcompany/Regulator-on-the-spot-as-yuM… Is the CAK justified in putting such conditions on a commercial transaction? Besides the infrastructure and spectrum which of course is public property leased out to the telcos how about the condition that Safaricom must share its Mpesa agent network? Isn't this akin to the CBK forcing banks to share their branch networks with other less branch endowed players? Is this even within the framework of regulation? By now I think the mobile money networks should been seamlessly interoperable and this in my humble opinion is what CAK should have forced the telcos to have done. So now yumobile is caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place. I hope this situation gets resolved fairly quickly because there are several thousand Kenyans who will be adversely affected if it doesn't. Ali Hussein +254 770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Fw: Fwd: FW: MWALIMU NYERERE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GIRLS - BOURSES D'ETUDES DE MWALIMU NYERERE POUR LES FILLES
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 01 May '14

01 May '14

For Information Jane On , Network of non- formal Educational institutions <nnfeischools(a)yahoo.com> wrote: For Information Jane On Monday, April 28, 2014 7:07 AM, Magdaline Kerubo <magdalinekerubo(a)elimuyetu.net> wrote: Dear EYC members, Find MSc and PhD scholarship opportunities for your consideration, action and/or please share within your networks for potential beneficiaries. Regards, -- Magdaline Kerubo, Administration Assistant, Elimu Yetu Coalition. 0715 242 644

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Fw: Welcome to the "AIS14-Fellows" mailing list
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 01 May '14

01 May '14

You may be interested Jane On , Network of non- formal Educational institutions <nnfeischools(a)yahoo.com> wrote: May be of interest to you guys Jane On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 1:07 PM, "ais14-fellows-request(a)afrinic.net" <ais14-fellows-request(a)afrinic.net> wrote: Welcome to AIS 2014 Mailing List !Welcome to the AIS14-Fellows(a)afrinic.net mailing list! To post to this list, send your email to: ais14-fellows(a)afrinic.net General information about the mailing list is at: https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/ais14-fellows If you ever want to unsubscribe or change your options (eg, switch to or from digest mode, change your password, etc.), visit your subscription page at: https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/options.cgi/ais14-fellows/nnfeischools%40… You can also make such adjustments via email by sending a message to: AIS14-Fellows-request(a)afrinic.net with the word `help' in the subject or body (don't include the quotes), and you will get back a message with instructions. You must know your password to change your options (including changing the password, itself) or to unsubscribe. It is: ofcauz Normally, Mailman will remind you of your afrinic.net mailing list passwords once every month, although you can disable this if you prefer. This reminder will also include instructions on how to unsubscribe or change your account options. There is also a button on your options page that will email your current password to you.

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Re: [kictanet] Job opportunities at ICT Authority- Deadline 16th May
by Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek) 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

Dear Phyllis, Thanks for the information. Please remind the Board of ICTA that it should equally have advertised for the CEO position. Why would it be easier to handpick or confirm him without competition and then subject his juniors to competition? Kind regards, Japheth Ogutu www.cofek.co.ke ------ Original message------ From: Phyllis Nyambura via kictanet Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2014 13:55 To: The Consumers Federation of Kenya $Cofek$; Cc: Eunice Kariuki; Subject:[kictanet] Job opportunities at ICT Authority- Deadline 16th May Listers, The ICT Authority is looking to fill the following vacancies: 1) PROGRAM MANAGER: More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/program-manager-position/ 2) Human Resource Manager: More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/human-resource-manager-position/ 3) Internal Auditor: More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/internal-auditor-position/ All All application to be sent to recruitment@ict..go.ke on or before 16th May, 5pm East African Time Do share information with those in your database who would be interested. Kind Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Email: info(a)ict.go.ke or communications(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.icta.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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Job opportunities at ICT Authority- Deadline 16th May
by Phyllis Nyambura 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

Listers, The ICT Authority is looking to fill the following vacancies: 1) *PROGRAM MANAGER:* More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/program-manager-position/ 2*) Human Resource Manager:* More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/human-resource-manager-position/ 3*) Internal Auditor*: More details at http://www.icta.go.ke/internal-auditor-position/ All All application to be sent to recruitment(a)ict.go.ke on or before 16thMay, 5pm East African Time Do share information with those in your database who would be interested. Kind Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Email: info(a)ict.go.ke or communications(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.icta.go.ke <http://www.ict.go.ke/> Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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Fwd: What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance?
by Mwendwa Kivuva 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> Date: 30 April 2014 11:43 Subject: Re: [kictanet] What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance? To: Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> @Mwendwa, thnx for the reminder on ISOC-Kenya. Actually I had not forgotten it, I just thought it was relatively younger than some of the other organisations that have been around (e.g. Computer Society of Kenya-1992? vs ISOC-2013?). But then again, you could be right, being too old could be a liability :-) So yes, ISOC-Kenya should be considered as young and upcoming :-). Meanwhile, ICANN and its affiliates does "own" the internet, not in terms of its (Telco/Network) infrastructure, but in terms of its governance/policy structures. The thrust of the argument is that if you want to impact/influence the governance of Internet, the ONLY currently available way is through ICANN ecosystem/affiliates. This does not mean it is the best situation (esp. for Governments :-), but it only acknowledges that it is the best entry point for influencing internet policy/governance. walu. -------------------------------------------- On Wed, 4/30/14, Mwendwa Kivuva via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Subject: Re: [kictanet] What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance? To: jwalu(a)yahoo.com Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 9:37 AM Walu, you have forgotten Internet Society. Should we pull up our socks in being more visible? :) ISOC is the formost organisation that is responsible for Internet policy and standards development (Read IETF), and advocacy and reach of Internet to all corners of the globe especially the global south. ISOC Kenya has more members than some of the mentioned institutions. Furthermore, ISOC Kenya together with Kictanet and other partners is the convenor of the Kenya Internet Governance forum. For those who went to Brazil, I would be keen to know how the Kenyan Government was represented. I saw some government ministers from several African counties give opening remarks. What do you mean by "the owner of the Internet is ICANN?" As I understand, the Internet is made up of Interconnected networks, with hosts and unique identifiers. The unique identifiers do not constitute the Internet on their own. Best -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/jwalu%40yahoo.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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What is the Kenyan position on global Internet governance?
by Grace Githaiga 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

The Global Multistakeholder Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance, dubbed NETmundial, was held on 23 -24th April 2014 in Sao Paolo, Brazil. The meeting was triggered by the Snowden Effect, in which the former CIA agent leaked damning evidence of how the US government spies on all citizens - including heads of states from friendly nations. One of the victims of the US spying operations, Dilma Rousseff, the President of Brazil, felt motivated enough to mobilise other nations to discuss the governance structures of the Internet and how this should evolve going forward. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/2296320/-/12dql…

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What comes next after the Cyber Security Strategy?
by Evans Ikua 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

Here are some insights from Europe: http://www.neurope.eu/article/what-comes-after-cyber-security-strategy -- *----------------------------------------------------Kind Regards,Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, Skype: evans.ikua Twitter: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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System failure hits immigration department
by Ali Hussein 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

Listers This story appeared in today's standard. http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/thecounties/article/2000110562/system-failur… I have a few questions:- 1. Was there no data backup procedures in place? I understand a million passport applications have vaporized. 2. Does the government have comprehensive strategies in place to ensure that mission critical applications and data are secure? 3. What are the strategies in place to ensure business continuity in key government installations and functions? *Ali Hussein* Tel: +254 770 906375/ 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> Blog: www.alyhussein.com Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the organizations that I work with.

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New Cyber Security Strategy Document with your Input
by Phyllis Nyambura 29 Apr '14

29 Apr '14

Listers, A month ago the draft *Cyber Security Strategy* was released to stakeholders for input. We are grateful to you all who took the time to give your contributions on the document. We have reviewed your input and integrated it into an updated document which can be reviewed on http://www.icta.go.ke/draft-cybersecurity-strategy-2014/ If you still have more feedback do send it to cybersecuritystrategy(a)ict.go.ke *by Friday, 2nd May, 2014.* The strategy, prepared by the Ministry of ICT is meant to address loopholes in Information Security. It is aimed at providing the Government with the implementation plans to protect Kenya's ICT cyber assets. Kind Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Email: info(a)ict.go.ke or communications(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.icta.go.ke <http://www.ict.go.ke/> Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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Freedom Online Coalition 2014
by Victor Kapiyo 28 Apr '14

28 Apr '14

The 4th Freedom Online Coalition Conference is taking place in Tallinn, Estonia between April 28 and 29 2014. This year's theme is - Free and Secure Internet for All. There are 385 high-level representatives from 60 countries of Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America and Oceania attending the conference, including 170 members of governments and other public sectors, 150 representatives of NGO's and international organisations and more than 50 people from the private sector. Key speakers include Speaker of the Senate of Kenya Ekwee Ethuro, the President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Google Chief Internet Evangelist and "father of the Internet" Vinton Cerf, representatives from various NGOs and ministers from Canada, Estonia, Mongolia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria and Tunisia. At this year's conference Recommendations for Freedom Online will be introduced by the Freedom Online Coalition. This will serve as a comprehensive instrument developed jointly by all the constituents of the global Internet community and will be adopted by the governments of FOC countries to ensure the further improvement of a free and global Internet. All stakeholders are invited to join the Recommendations at the Conference and online. A detailed programme of the event can be found on the conference's webpage www.freedomonline.ee <http://www.freedomonline.ee/program>/<http://www.freedomonline.ee/program> program <http://www.freedomonline.ee/program> You can watch the live-stream session of the conference and partake in the presentations via: http://www.freedomonline.ee Regards Victor

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Judiciary.Go.Ke Did this include Information/Automation Systems?
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 27 Apr '14

27 Apr '14

Just read this interesting quote from the article: and I wonder if Kenyan Public Offices are open on Weekends if most are closed at 4pm on weekdays. "Dr Mutunga said the officers were sent home to protect public resources while strengthening the Judiciary’s capacity to deliver value for money. The four officers have been ordered to report back to the Chief Registrar on May 3, 2014, for further instructions." Ephraim Percy Kenyanito > On 27 Apr 2014, at 12:00 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. Judiciary.Go.Ke Did this include Information/Automation > Systems? (S.M. Muraya) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2014 11:09:19 +0300 > From: "S.M. Muraya" <murigi.muraya(a)gmail.com> > To: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: [kictanet] Judiciary.Go.Ke Did this include > Information/Automation Systems? > Message-ID: > <CAE3a0EmPSyEdcps_Q6=OZC7wpXjGZd5nJmXS9jm=oF1MyQakSQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > For those in the know, in the article link below, did the > Judiciary.Go.Ke"IT Equipment" include Information/Automation Systems > or just Network & > other Datacenter Infrastructure? > > ... The auditors also want to establish why nine contractors were paid > Sh300 million before they could instal IT equipment in the Judiciary. > > http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Why-CJ-is-yet-to-occupy-Sh300m-house/-/1056/22… > > Regards > > Murigi / Stanley Muraya >

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Judiciary.Go.Ke Did this include Information/Automation Systems?
by S.M. Muraya 27 Apr '14

27 Apr '14

For those in the know, in the article link below, did the Judiciary.Go.Ke"IT Equipment" include Information/Automation Systems or just Network & other Datacenter Infrastructure? ... The auditors also want to establish why nine contractors were paid Sh300 million before they could instal IT equipment in the Judiciary. http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Why-CJ-is-yet-to-occupy-Sh300m-house/-/1056/22… Regards Murigi / Stanley Muraya

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?2014 African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 26 Apr '14

26 Apr '14

I noticed that on the mailing list it breaks the text so please find the link here: http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu/2014/04/25/african-internet-policy-and-media-… Ephraim. > On 26 Apr 2014, at 6:02 PM, isoc-request(a)orion.my.co.ke wrote: > > Send isoc mailing list submissions to > isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > isoc-request(a)orion.my.co.ke > > You can reach the person managing the list at > isoc-owner(a)orion.my.co.ke > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of isoc digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. ?2014 African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup > (Ephraim Percy Kenyanito) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2014 17:41:10 +0300 > From: Ephraim Percy Kenyanito <ekenyanito(a)gmail.com> > To: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke, isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke, > africann(a)afrinic.net > Subject: [ISOC_KE] ?2014 African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup > Message-ID: > <CAHwnKeE3ypLCUyavObN8UwaW-tC3fHg=Fo=-PuRTChjGeGd77g(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > FYI > > -- > > Best Regards, > > *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* > > *Website:*http://about.me/ekenyanito > > *Twitter:* https://twitter.com/ekenyanito > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS) < > CGCSAssistant(a)asc.upenn.edu> > Date: 26 April 2014 15:01 > Subject: The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS) > To: ekenyanito(a)gmail.com > > > The Center for Global Communication Studies > (CGCS)<http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> [image: > Link to The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS)] > <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> > ------------------------------ > > <http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> > ??<http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> > African Internet Policy and Media Law > Roundup<http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> > > Posted: 25 Apr 2014 03:27 PM PDT > > *Welcome to the first African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup > compiled by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito > <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu/2014/04/18/spotlight-on-african-contributions…>. > This > edition of the roundup explores notable events affecting, or affected by, > African internet policies from January through April 2014.* > > *JANUARY* > > *Zambia:* On January 1, 2014, Miles Sampa, Zambia?s Junior Minister of > Commerce, Trade, and Industry, declared > war<http://zambiareports.com/2014/01/01/miles-sampa-declares-war-with-zambian-w…> > on > the Zambian Watchdog <https://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>, an independent > media website which published photos that point to Sampa?s alleged > extramarital affair. The Minister then decided to offer $2000 > USD<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/06/minister-offers-2000-rewa…> > to > anyone who could reveal the identity of the people behind the website. > > *Somalia:* The extremist Somali militia Al-Shabab issued an > ultimatum<http://allafrica.com/stories/201401090117.html>to Somalia?s > internet service providers on January 8, 2014. On January 11, > 2014, the Somali Minister of Interior and National Security downplayed the > threats <http://mad.ly/d71464> and urged the upholding of the right to free > expression enshrined in the country?s constitution. > > *Somalia:* On January 12, 2014, telcos operating in Al-Shabab controlled > areas caved in to pressure <http://allafrica.com/stories/201401241187.html>from > Al-Shabab <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Shabaab_(militant_group)>, an > extremist militia group, and shut down internet > access<http://www.itnewsafrica.com/2014/01/telecom-operators-comply-with-al-shabaa…>. > It is speculated<http://www.itnewsafrica.com/2014/01/telecom-operators-comply-with-al-shabaa…> > that > Al-Shabab was pressuring the telcos to shut down the internet in order to > prevent the government from tracking down to extremist group. > > *Sudan:* On January 14, 2014, Tech President, released a > report<http://techpresident.com/news/wegov/24667/sudan-civil-society-struggles-tec…>which > showed that US Sanctions against Sudan are preventing Sudanese > citizens, including civil society organizations, from protecting themselves > against international and national cyber threats. > > *Zambia:* On January 17, 2014, operators of the independent news site > theZambian Watchdog<http://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>came under policy > scrutiny after an online journalist on the site published > a draft of the new Zambian constitution that politicians had drafted > butdid not want releasedto the general > public<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/17/zambian-police-go-after-w…> > . > > *Morocco:* On January 19, 2014, it was made > public<http://7iber.org/2014/01/code-numerique-puts-the-wind-up-the-moroccan-onlin…>that > the Moroccan government was contemplating the enactment of theCode > Num?rique<https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2013/12/will-morocco-regulate-internet-interv…>, > a new law that would allow Moroccan authorities to block websites deemed a > threat ?public order, national security, necessities of public service, or > public policy.? The new law would also punish online statements considered > to be in violation of those rules. Online freedoms activists responded by > developing a crowdsourced > document<https://docs.google.com/document/d/13XBnZ546vkO4aNA-cktklqC8nFLVno0pR6c6-fA…>that > provided suggestions on some of the repressive sections of the law. > > *Kenya:* On January 21, 2014, Kenyan bloggers > warned<http://techpresident.com/news/wegov/24688/kenya-bloggers-media-bill-vulnera…>of > the negative impacts and potential chilling effect of new media laws > in > Kenya. According to bloggers, the new laws left them open to prosecution > due to some of its vague provisions. More information on these laws can be > found here<http://thediaryofaglobalcitizen.wordpress.com/2014/03/04/lets-get-real-abou…> > . > > *Egypt:* On January 31, 2014, the Egyptian Ministry of Interior submitted a > new law which criminalises the use of online > platforms<https://globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/31/egypts-anti-terrorism-law-to-targ…>in > the name of curbing terrorism. Such platforms that instigate terrorism > could potentially be censored. > FEBRUARY > > *Uganda:* On February 6, 2014, Ugandan lawmakers enacted the Anti > Pornography Act > 2014<http://www.scribd.com/doc/207712031/Anti-Pornography-Act-2014>.Under, > Section 17 (1) of the act, internet service providers (ISPs) whose systems > are used to upload or download pornography can be imprisoned for five years > and fined up to $4,000 USD. The law further requires all ISPs to install > software<http://opennetafrica.org/poorly-drafted-ugandan-internet-act-seeks-to-ban-p…>that > implements Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), a form of filtering software > that can identify who has been accessing what on the internet. > > *Ethiopia:* On February 12, 2014, University of Toronto?s Citizen Lab > revealed that that Ethiopian government was using Hacking Team?s RCS > spyware<https://citizenlab.org/2014/02/hacking-team-targeting-ethiopian-journalists/>to > surveil Ethiopian journalists abroad working at Ethiopian Satellite > Television Service, a US-based news outlet that is frequently critical of > the Ethiopian government. > > *Sudan:* On February 17, 2014, Sudan Change Now, on its Facebook page, > called > <https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=675279215849333&set=a.2057429528029…>for > the civil society community in Sudan to hold a peaceful sit-in on February > 18, 2014, in front of the government-run Human Rights Commission (HRC), to > demand the immediate release of Tajeldin > Arja<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/02/17/sudan-blogger-remains-in-…>. > Tajeldin Arja is a Sudanese blogger and activist who has been in detention > since his arrest on December 24, 2013 at a joint press conference of the > Sudanese and Chadian presidents in Khartoum, Sudan?s capital. Arja > criticized the Sudanese and Chadian presidents for their alleged complicity > in Darfur crimes. > > *Egypt:* On February 18, 2014, an Egyptian youth group launch an ?internet > revolution?<http://english.alarabiya.net/en/business/telecoms/2014/02/18/-Down-with-slo…>to > protest what they consider a slow and overpriced internet service. > *MARCH* > > *Zambia:* On March 12, 2014, the son of Michael Sata, Zambia?s President, > allegedly beat up and > threatened<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/03/13/zambia-presidents-son-war…>a > journalist affiliated with the controversial investigative news > website > the Zambia Watchdog <https://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>. > > *South Africa:* On March 16, 2014, the South African communications > regulator ICASA raised the idea of introducing ?net neutrality? > regulations<http://www.techcentral.co.za/icasa-moots-net-neutrality-probe/46968/>that > would stop operators from discriminating against traffic carried > across their networks. > > *Gambia:* On March 21, 2014, Gambia was without internet > access<http://sidisanneh.blogspot.com/2014/03/gambia-without-internet-service-for-…> > for > 48 hours. Economist Sidi Sanneh, who served as the country?s foreign > minister in the mid-2000s, said the blackout resulted from government > efforts to block chat and call apps including Viber and other VoIP > internet-based messaging and phone services. Gambia?s Ministry of > Information Technology > denied<http://standard.gm/site/news/3011-Government-has-not-blocked-Viber.html>blocking > access to Viber, blaming the problem instead on poor network > connectivity. > > *Ethiopia:* On March 25, 2014, Human Rights Watch released ?They Know > Everything We Do: Telecom and Internet Surveillance in > Ethiopia<http://www.hrw.org/node/123977> > ,? a 137-page report detailing government acquisition of surveillance tools > from foreign companies, cooperation with mobile service providers, and > sufficient testimony from journalists, activists, and others who have been > targeted by surveillance practices. > APRIL > > *Mozambique:* On April 3, 2014, that Mozambican lawmakers began considering > a new law<http://globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/03/mozambique-wants-to-criminalize-in…>that > would criminalize text messages, emails, and other online > communications deemed ?insulting? or ?threatening to the security of the > state.? > > On April 3rd, Mozambique also joined The Alliance for Affordable > Internet<http://a4ai.org/> (AA4I), > a global coalition working to make broadband affordable. Mozambique is the > first Southern African Development Community (SADC) country and the third > developing country (including Nigeria and Ghana) to > join<http://allafrica.com/stories/201404030687.html> A4AI. > A4AI?s coalition is made up of more than 50 private sector, public sector, > and civil society organizations, working to reach the UN Broadband > Commission Broadband target of entry-level broadband services priced at > less than 5% of average monthly income. > > *Zambia:* On April 6, 2014, Zambian Information Permanent Secretary Bert > Musahala disclosed<http://www.postzambia.com/post-read_article.php?articleId=47323>that > the media policy the government is currently drafting will address > internet abuse and cybercrime. To the > disappointment<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/08/zambia-will-draft-interne…>of > some activists, the law is also intended to deal with prevention of > gossip within online discussion platforms. > > *Nigeria:* On April 10, 2014, an engineer who tweets as > @ciaxon<https://twitter.com/ciaxon>allegedly disappeared after > tweeting<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/10/freeciaxon-nigerian-netiz…>about > an attempt by members of the Boko Haram terrorist group to escape a > state detention facility. > > *Ethiopia:* On April 25, 2014, Ethiopian government officials are reported > to have arrested <http://inagist.com/all/459792326844751872/> at least six > bloggers and one journalist. The bloggers and journalists are part of a > movement known as > Zone9<http://ecadforum.com/News/bloggers-and-activists-are-arrested-in-ethiopia/>which, > though inactive for the past seven months, has been operating since > 2012. Members of the movement had been writing critical articles about the > regime and managed to conduct online campaigns,which raised public > awareness about the repression in the country. The bloggers and journalist > recently resumed their online activism on April 23, 2014. > > > > Featured Photo Credit:[image: > Attribution]<https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/>Some > rights reserved <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/> by > Abri_Beluga <https://www.flickr.com/photos/beluga/> > > <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:yIl…> > <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:qj6…> > <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:63t…> > You are subscribed to email updates from The Center for Global > Communication Studies (CGCS) <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> > To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe > now<http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailunsubscribe?k=p51Mo2ucf5pbbBX3h75wa_y…> > . Email delivery powered by Google Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL > USA 60610 >

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2014 African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 26 Apr '14

26 Apr '14

FYI -- Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* *Website:*http://about.me/ekenyanito *Twitter:* https://twitter.com/ekenyanito ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS) < CGCSAssistant(a)asc.upenn.edu> Date: 26 April 2014 15:01 Subject: The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS) To: ekenyanito(a)gmail.com The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS)<http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> [image: Link to The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS)] <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> ------------------------------ <http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> <http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup<http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CGCSMediaWire/~3/ZjUW_pfyWbw/?utm_source=fee…> Posted: 25 Apr 2014 03:27 PM PDT *Welcome to the first African Internet Policy and Media Law Roundup compiled by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu/2014/04/18/spotlight-on-african-contributions…>. This edition of the roundup explores notable events affecting, or affected by, African internet policies from January through April 2014.* *JANUARY* *Zambia:* On January 1, 2014, Miles Sampa, Zambia’s Junior Minister of Commerce, Trade, and Industry, declared war<http://zambiareports.com/2014/01/01/miles-sampa-declares-war-with-zambian-w…> on the Zambian Watchdog <https://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>, an independent media website which published photos that point to Sampa’s alleged extramarital affair. The Minister then decided to offer $2000 USD<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/06/minister-offers-2000-rewa…> to anyone who could reveal the identity of the people behind the website. *Somalia:* The extremist Somali militia Al-Shabab issued an ultimatum<http://allafrica.com/stories/201401090117.html>to Somalia’s internet service providers on January 8, 2014. On January 11, 2014, the Somali Minister of Interior and National Security downplayed the threats <http://mad.ly/d71464> and urged the upholding of the right to free expression enshrined in the country’s constitution. *Somalia:* On January 12, 2014, telcos operating in Al-Shabab controlled areas caved in to pressure <http://allafrica.com/stories/201401241187.html>from Al-Shabab <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Shabaab_(militant_group)>, an extremist militia group, and shut down internet access<http://www.itnewsafrica.com/2014/01/telecom-operators-comply-with-al-shabaa…>. It is speculated<http://www.itnewsafrica.com/2014/01/telecom-operators-comply-with-al-shabaa…> that Al-Shabab was pressuring the telcos to shut down the internet in order to prevent the government from tracking down to extremist group. *Sudan:* On January 14, 2014, Tech President, released a report<http://techpresident.com/news/wegov/24667/sudan-civil-society-struggles-tec…>which showed that US Sanctions against Sudan are preventing Sudanese citizens, including civil society organizations, from protecting themselves against international and national cyber threats. *Zambia:* On January 17, 2014, operators of the independent news site theZambian Watchdog<http://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>came under policy scrutiny after an online journalist on the site published a draft of the new Zambian constitution that politicians had drafted butdid not want releasedto the general public<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/17/zambian-police-go-after-w…> . *Morocco:* On January 19, 2014, it was made public<http://7iber.org/2014/01/code-numerique-puts-the-wind-up-the-moroccan-onlin…>that the Moroccan government was contemplating the enactment of theCode Numérique<https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2013/12/will-morocco-regulate-internet-interv…>, a new law that would allow Moroccan authorities to block websites deemed a threat “public order, national security, necessities of public service, or public policy.” The new law would also punish online statements considered to be in violation of those rules. Online freedoms activists responded by developing a crowdsourced document<https://docs.google.com/document/d/13XBnZ546vkO4aNA-cktklqC8nFLVno0pR6c6-fA…>that provided suggestions on some of the repressive sections of the law. *Kenya:* On January 21, 2014, Kenyan bloggers warned<http://techpresident.com/news/wegov/24688/kenya-bloggers-media-bill-vulnera…>of the negative impacts and potential chilling effect of new media laws in Kenya. According to bloggers, the new laws left them open to prosecution due to some of its vague provisions. More information on these laws can be found here<http://thediaryofaglobalcitizen.wordpress.com/2014/03/04/lets-get-real-abou…> . *Egypt:* On January 31, 2014, the Egyptian Ministry of Interior submitted a new law which criminalises the use of online platforms<https://globalvoicesonline.org/2014/01/31/egypts-anti-terrorism-law-to-targ…>in the name of curbing terrorism. Such platforms that instigate terrorism could potentially be censored. FEBRUARY *Uganda:* On February 6, 2014, Ugandan lawmakers enacted the Anti Pornography Act 2014<http://www.scribd.com/doc/207712031/Anti-Pornography-Act-2014>.Under, Section 17 (1) of the act, internet service providers (ISPs) whose systems are used to upload or download pornography can be imprisoned for five years and fined up to $4,000 USD. The law further requires all ISPs to install software<http://opennetafrica.org/poorly-drafted-ugandan-internet-act-seeks-to-ban-p…>that implements Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), a form of filtering software that can identify who has been accessing what on the internet. *Ethiopia:* On February 12, 2014, University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab revealed that that Ethiopian government was using Hacking Team’s RCS spyware<https://citizenlab.org/2014/02/hacking-team-targeting-ethiopian-journalists/>to surveil Ethiopian journalists abroad working at Ethiopian Satellite Television Service, a US-based news outlet that is frequently critical of the Ethiopian government. *Sudan:* On February 17, 2014, Sudan Change Now, on its Facebook page, called <https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=675279215849333&set=a.2057429528029…>for the civil society community in Sudan to hold a peaceful sit-in on February 18, 2014, in front of the government-run Human Rights Commission (HRC), to demand the immediate release of Tajeldin Arja<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/02/17/sudan-blogger-remains-in-…>. Tajeldin Arja is a Sudanese blogger and activist who has been in detention since his arrest on December 24, 2013 at a joint press conference of the Sudanese and Chadian presidents in Khartoum, Sudan’s capital. Arja criticized the Sudanese and Chadian presidents for their alleged complicity in Darfur crimes. *Egypt:* On February 18, 2014, an Egyptian youth group launch an “internet revolution”<http://english.alarabiya.net/en/business/telecoms/2014/02/18/-Down-with-slo…>to protest what they consider a slow and overpriced internet service. *MARCH* *Zambia:* On March 12, 2014, the son of Michael Sata, Zambia’s President, allegedly beat up and threatened<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/03/13/zambia-presidents-son-war…>a journalist affiliated with the controversial investigative news website the Zambia Watchdog <https://www.zambianwatchdog.com/>. *South Africa:* On March 16, 2014, the South African communications regulator ICASA raised the idea of introducing “net neutrality” regulations<http://www.techcentral.co.za/icasa-moots-net-neutrality-probe/46968/>that would stop operators from discriminating against traffic carried across their networks. *Gambia:* On March 21, 2014, Gambia was without internet access<http://sidisanneh.blogspot.com/2014/03/gambia-without-internet-service-for-…> for 48 hours. Economist Sidi Sanneh, who served as the country’s foreign minister in the mid-2000s, said the blackout resulted from government efforts to block chat and call apps including Viber and other VoIP internet-based messaging and phone services. Gambia’s Ministry of Information Technology denied<http://standard.gm/site/news/3011-Government-has-not-blocked-Viber.html>blocking access to Viber, blaming the problem instead on poor network connectivity. *Ethiopia:* On March 25, 2014, Human Rights Watch released “They Know Everything We Do: Telecom and Internet Surveillance in Ethiopia<http://www.hrw.org/node/123977> ,” a 137-page report detailing government acquisition of surveillance tools from foreign companies, cooperation with mobile service providers, and sufficient testimony from journalists, activists, and others who have been targeted by surveillance practices. APRIL *Mozambique:* On April 3, 2014, that Mozambican lawmakers began considering a new law<http://globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/03/mozambique-wants-to-criminalize-in…>that would criminalize text messages, emails, and other online communications deemed “insulting” or “threatening to the security of the state.” On April 3rd, Mozambique also joined The Alliance for Affordable Internet<http://a4ai.org/> (AA4I), a global coalition working to make broadband affordable. Mozambique is the first Southern African Development Community (SADC) country and the third developing country (including Nigeria and Ghana) to join<http://allafrica.com/stories/201404030687.html> A4AI. A4AI’s coalition is made up of more than 50 private sector, public sector, and civil society organizations, working to reach the UN Broadband Commission Broadband target of entry-level broadband services priced at less than 5% of average monthly income. *Zambia:* On April 6, 2014, Zambian Information Permanent Secretary Bert Musahala disclosed<http://www.postzambia.com/post-read_article.php?articleId=47323>that the media policy the government is currently drafting will address internet abuse and cybercrime. To the disappointment<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/08/zambia-will-draft-interne…>of some activists, the law is also intended to deal with prevention of gossip within online discussion platforms. *Nigeria:* On April 10, 2014, an engineer who tweets as @ciaxon<https://twitter.com/ciaxon>allegedly disappeared after tweeting<http://advocacy.globalvoicesonline.org/2014/04/10/freeciaxon-nigerian-netiz…>about an attempt by members of the Boko Haram terrorist group to escape a state detention facility. *Ethiopia:* On April 25, 2014, Ethiopian government officials are reported to have arrested <http://inagist.com/all/459792326844751872/> at least six bloggers and one journalist. The bloggers and journalists are part of a movement known as Zone9<http://ecadforum.com/News/bloggers-and-activists-are-arrested-in-ethiopia/>which, though inactive for the past seven months, has been operating since 2012. Members of the movement had been writing critical articles about the regime and managed to conduct online campaigns,which raised public awareness about the repression in the country. The bloggers and journalist recently resumed their online activism on April 23, 2014. Featured Photo Credit:[image: Attribution]<https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/>Some rights reserved <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/> by Abri_Beluga <https://www.flickr.com/photos/beluga/> <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:yIl…> <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:qj6…> <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/CGCSMediaWire?a=ZjUW_pfyWbw:LHwMgM1kSnw:63t…> You are subscribed to email updates from The Center for Global Communication Studies (CGCS) <http://cgcsblog.asc.upenn.edu> To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now<http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailunsubscribe?k=p51Mo2ucf5pbbBX3h75wa_y…> . 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URGENT: Recent Problems with list traffic - Yahoo's "Mademoni"
by Odhiambo Washington 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

So between 6th & 7th April 2014, Yahoo decided that they can run the world of e-mails and decided to implement a policy that did the opposite - ruined it! I have picked a few articles about that for those who'd love to read: http://www.ietf.org/mail-archive/web/ietf/current/msg87153.html http://www.pcworld.com/article/2141120/yahoo-email-antispoofing-policy-brea… http://www.virusbtn.com/blog/2014/04_15.xml Having mentioned that, I must assure all listers that action is being taken to address this problem. So far the members who had their subscriptions to the list disabled as a result of this Yahoo madness can smile as they are now enabled again. We are monitoring the changes to ensure smooth running of the discussions once again. On behalf of the List Admins/Moderators. -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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Is the One Laptop Per Child Model Still Relevant in 2014?
by Walubengo J 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

this is not my question but from the Educational Technology Debate forum which says: ----- A decade ago, Nicholas Negroponte burst into the imagination of educators and technologies worldwide with a brilliant vision of every child in the developing world using a laptop to learn learning. At the time, this was a revolutionary idea, and it brought forth a seemingly endless stream of commentary, hype, and announcements of countries planning massive one computer per child programs. Since then, the bright idea has run into the realities of technology change, inertia, and innovation, and while the One Laptop Per Child organization continues, no longer are there major announcements of deployments or even a groundswell of excitement around it. Which begs the question: Is the One Laptop Per Child model still relevant? read more @ http://goo.gl/aqTZ7Q or full url @ http://edutechdebate.org/2014-ict4edu-trends/is-the-one-laptop-per-child-mo… --- walu.

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When will the mediocrity end
by robert yawe 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

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Intensive Training on Next Generation Applications
by John Matogo 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

Dear colleagues. This is a reminder to the email I sent out last week. @iBizAfrica, in collaboration with IBM, will run an intensive training course during the month of May on Next Generation Applications. The course will be delivered by a team of highly skilled and experienced trainers from IBM from 12th May to 23rd May. Spaces are limited, we therefore ask that you share this information with your communities and invite them to apply for the program as soon as possible. To make a booking please register click here<http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/index.php/news/150-strathmore-ibm-bluemix-spons…> before 28th April. More information on the course is available at this link<http://www.strathmore.edu/pdf/IBM-SU_Course_Announcement.pdf> Kindly share with your various networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Can technology solve terrorist problems in Kenya?
by Mwendwa Kivuva 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

Government to register all Kenyans afresh in digital database http://mobile.nation.co.ke/news/Digital-database-for-all-kenyans/-/1950946/… I've always wondered why it's virtually impossible to get UK or US citizenship through the back door, unless you get into a phony marriage with a delinquent from those countries. Will setting up a biometric database prevent rogue employees at the department of registration from getting bribes to register foreigners as Kenyan citizens? As far as I can remember, when I applied for the kipande, all my 10 digits' prints were taken. -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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ICT & Democratic Governance
by Nebila Abdulmelik 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

*Call for Expression of Interest: Policy Analysis - Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda* *ICT4D * http://ict4dem.dsv.su.se/wp-content/files/Call_for_Proposals_-_Policy_Analy… Kind regards, *Nebila Abdulmelik* Head of Communications/Chargée de la Communication African Women's Development and Communication Network (FEMNET) Réseau de Développement et de Communication des Femmes Africaines www.femnet.co <http://www.femnet.or.ke/> | *FEMNET on Facebook*<http://www.facebook.com/femnetsecretariat> | *Blog <http://femnet.wordpress.com/>:* femnet.wordpress.com Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/femnetprog>:* @femnetprog | *Skype:* Femnet Secretariat | **FEMNET on YouTube <http://www.youtube.com/Femnet1>* *'**The revolution and women's liberation go together. We do not talk of women's emancipation as an act of charity or because of a surge of human compassion. It is a basic necessity for the triumph of the revolution. Women hold up the other half of the sky.' -* Thomas Sankara On Wed, Apr 23, 2014 at 11:52 AM, Evans Ikua <ikua.evans(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Here are some insights from Europe: > > http://www.neurope.eu/article/what-comes-after-cyber-security-strategy > > -- > > > *----------------------------------------------------Kind Regards,Evans > Ikua,* > lanetconsulting.com, > lpi-eastafrica.org, > Skype: evans.ikua > Twitter: @ikuae > Cell: +254-722-955831 > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/communication%40femne… > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >

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FW: Invitation to Internet and Human Rights Breakfast Roundtable on 24th April 2014
by Grace Githaiga 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

ListersYou are all invited. Rgds > From: BAidi(a)khrc.or.ke > To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > Subject: Invitation to Internet and Human Rights Breakfast Roundtable on 24th April 2014 > Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2014 21:46:41 +0000 > > 22ndApril, 2014 Dear, INVITATION TO AN INTERNET AND HUMAN RIGHTSSTAKEHOLDERS’ BREAKFAST ROUND TABLE MEETING ON 24TH APRIL, 2014 AT THE FAIRMONT NORFOLK HOTEL, NAIROBI The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), isa non-governmental organization (NGO)founded in 1991 to entrench democratic principles and respect for human rights. KHRC’s envisions human rights states and societies, a vision driven by the mission offostering human rights, democratic values, human dignity and social justice. KHRC,in partnership with other civil society organizations, has been working on a number of informational rights including freedom of expression, access to information, right to privacy and freedom of association as provided by the Constitution of Kenya 2010. In the digital era, KHRC has extended this work to promote and protect these rights and freedoms as experienced offline to be enjoyed online. In 2013, in line with this KHRC undertook a survey of the internet legislative and policy landscape in Kenya and found that while Kenya’s ICT sector is growing as key driver of the economy, the sector can be improved with better policies and legislation specific to the sector. For this reason, the KHRC and its implementing partner the Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) have the pleasure of inviting you to a breakfast roundtable on Internet and Human Rights on April 24, 2014 at 8.00am the Fairmont Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi.Taking cognizance that the government recently undertook to invite public participation in the Cyber Security Strategy 2014, the roundtable is to sustain dialogue of a partnership between the state and non-state actors as stakeholders. It will aim to: · Build understanding of the legislative and policy environment in Kenya, including concerns about current debates about cybersecurity and cybercrime and their effect on human rights; · Explore the value of a multi-stakeholder approach in internet policy making and how it could be institutionalised in Kenya. Your attendance as a stakeholder will be highly appreciated as this will enrich the dialogue in informational rights Kenya.Kindly confirm your participation with Berly Aidi on baidi(a)khrc.or.ke > We hope to see you on Thursday Yours faithfully, Atsango Chesoni Executive Director > > > Regards > > Beryl Aidi > Programme Officer, Media and Communications > ****************************************************************************** > KENYA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (KHRC) > Opp. Valley Arcade, Gitanga Road, Lavington|P.O. Box 41079 - 00100 Nairobi | > Tel: +254-20 2044545, +254-20 2106709, +254-20 3874998 > Cell phone: +254-732-855819 > Fax: +254-20 3874997| admin(a)khrc.or.ke<mailto:admin@khrc.or.ke> > www.khrc.or.ke<http://www.khrc.or.ke/> | www.hakizetu.com<http://www.hakizetu.com/> > Report Violations through SMS Hotline: 22345 > > [cid:image002.png@01CEAB16.7C7621F0]<https://twitter.com/thekhrc>[cid:image004.png@01CEAB16.7C7621F0]<https://www.facebook.com/thekhrc>[YouTube]<https://www.youtube.com/thekhrc> >

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Certified Cyber Security Associate (CCSA) Training Seminar
by Salesio Kiura 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

Dear all, Having recognized the phenomenal challenge posed to organizational systems by emerging cyber security threats, the ICT Association of Kenya (ICTAK) has launched a comprehensive system security program for ICT professionals. The inaugural participants of this rigorous training received their certification on March 28th 2014 and are expected to steer their organizations towards excellence in ICT security. Attached is a copy of the detailed course outline. You can register online at: http://www.ictak.or.ke/training/upcoming-training-ccsa-training-seminar/ Enquiries and bookings may also be addressed to: *cybersecurity(a)ictak.or.ke <cybersecurity(a)ictak.or.ke>* (*0739 595 224)* Warmest regards, Salesio -- ===== Give thanks for everything since: *All works for good to those that love the LORD!* Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Remote participation for net Mundial
by Grace Githaiga 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

The NetMundial meeting starting tomorrow April 23-24 in Sao Paulo (Brazil)Global community can attend the meeting on three different web channels. Broadcast on seven languages and live chat will be available. More details at http://netmundial.br/blog/2014/04/21/everyone-can-participate-of-netmundial… Thanks

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Nomination Period Opens for ICANN Multistakeholder Ethos Award
by Bob Omondi 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

Dear Listers, (Sorry if you have already seen this...) ICANN is pleased to announce the opening of the nomination period for ICANN's new *Multistakeholder Ethos Award Program*. This award program seeks to recognize long-standing community members who have served in leadership roles in multiple ICANN working groups or committees and demonstrated collaboration with different supporting organizations and/or advisory committees. The *Multistakeholder Ethos Award* will recognize ICANN participants who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions, recognized the importance of ICANN's multistakeholder model of Internet governance, and contributed in a substantive way to the higher interests of ICANN's organization and its community. *The nomination period for community nominees opens today, 21 April 2014 and closes on 17 May 2014.* *Community members interested in submitting a nomination are invited to send an email to ethosaward2014(a)icann.org <ethosaward2014(a)icann.org> * *Please read more at: http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-21apr14-en.htm <http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-21apr14-en.htm> * *Regards* *Bob.*

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netMundial : Request for Questions from the Nairobi hub
by Mwendwa Kivuva 21 Apr '14

21 Apr '14

What questions should the Nairobi remote hub present at netMundial during either the Working Session Principles OR Roadmap on day 1 and 2. Each hub will be allocated a slot to present a question on one of the sessions (but not both) on a given day. Below are the Principles and Roadmaps on each day and the corresponding topics for your guidance in framing questions. To register for the event, click this link: http://www.eventbrite.com/o/internet-society-kenya-chapter-6443910819?s=243… DAY1: 23rd April 2014 ---------------------- 20:30~22:00 Working Session 1: Principles. Chairs: Markus Kummer and Adiel Akplogan. Advisors: Adam Peake, Maemura Akinori, Dominique Lazanski, Maximiliano Martinhão, Manal Ismail. - Topic 1: Human rights - Topic 2: Culture and linguistic diversity - Topic 3: Unified and unfragmented space - Topic 4: Security, stability and resilience of the Internet 22:30~00:30 Working Session 2: Roadmap. Chairs: Janis Karklins and Jeanette Hofmann Advisors: Marilia Maciel, Michael Niebel, Chengetai Masango, Zahid Jamil, Flavio Wagner. - Topic 1: Issues that deserve attention of all stakeholders in the Internet governance future evolution. - Topic 2: Issues dealing with institutional improvements. DAY2: 24th April 2014 14:30~16:30 Working Session 3: Principles Chairs: Markus Kummer and Anriette Esterhuysen Advisors: Adam Peake, Maemura Akinori, Dominique Lazanski, Maximiliano Martinhão, Manal Ismail. - Topic 5: Open and distributed architecture - Topic 6: Enabling environment for innovation and creativity - Topic 7: Internet governance process principles - Topic 8: Open standards 17:00~19:00 Working Session 4: Roadmap Chairs: Janis Karklins and Dongman Lee Advisors: Marilia Maciel, Michael Niebel, Chengetai Masango, Zahid Jamil, Flavio Wagner. - Topic 3: Issues dealing with specific Internet Governance topics. - Topic 4: Points to be further discussed beyond NETmundial - Topic 5: Way forward -- Regards ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Here at last: internet cable duct in all highways
by Mwendwa Kivuva 21 Apr '14

21 Apr '14

The community has always clamoured for the roads authorities to build network ducts along the major highways. This would prevent the cable cut problems we have experienced time and again disrupting Internet services in the country. It seems the Connected Kenya summit has come up with a recommendation for KeNHA to build ducts across all roads. It would be interesting to see KURA and KERRA follow through with KeNHA's promise. Lets cross our fingers and hope this will be implemented because it is very timely. http://mobile.nation.co.ke/business/Cable-ICT-Damage-Roads-Construction-Inf… Warm Regards -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Fw: Fwd: [AFRINIC-announce] Registration for AIS'14 - 1 month left
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 19 Apr '14

19 Apr '14

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: [AFRINIC-announce] Registration for AIS'14 - 1 month left Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 19:11:42 +0400 From: Ashil Oogarah <ashil(a)afrinic.net> To: announce(a)afrinic.net [Version Francaise ci-dessous] Dear Colleagues, Please note that you have one month left to register for the Africa Internet Summit, AIS 2014 to be to be held in Djibouti, Republic of Djibouti, from 25 May to 6 June 2014. You may register for the meeting by following the steps below. How to register for an AISâ€™14 Training Session or a Plenary Session Step 1: Please click on the menu â€œRegisterâ€ on the AISâ€™14 website. Step 2: Choose between the following options: â€œLog inâ€, â€œRequest new passwordâ€ or â€œCreate an accountâ€ as per your status. Step 3: Upon successful login, you will find the â€œYour AISâ€™14 Registration Detailsâ€ page. Please fill in the requested information. Please note that any new events at AISâ€™14 will be updated on this list. 3.2 If you are traveling from abroad, you should request for an official AISâ€™14 invitation letter on this page. Please fill in all the required information as you apply. Step 4: You will receive an online confirmation message on your browser and a link to download a PDF version of your invitation letter. And youâ€™re done! â€¨We strongly advise that you start your visa procedures to travel to Djibouti, as from now. â€¨We look forward to seeing you in Djibouti! Regards, The AIS Meeting Team ------------------------------------ Chers CollÃ¨gues, Veuillez noter quâ€™il vous reste un mois pour vous enregistrer au Sommet de lâ€™Internet Africain, AISâ€™14, qui se tiendra du 25 mai au 6 juin 2014, Ã Djibouti, RÃ©publique du Djibouti. Vous pouvez vous inscrire pour la confÃ©rence en suivant les Ã©tapes ci-dessous. Comment sâ€™inscrire pour une session de formation ou une session plÃ©niÃ¨re ? Etape 1 : Cliquer sur lâ€™onglet â€œEnregistrementâ€ sur lesite web dâ€™AISâ€™14. Etape 2 : Choisir parmi les options : â€œLog inâ€, â€œRequest new passwordâ€, ou â€œCreate an accountâ€ selon votre statut. Etape 3 : Suivant lâ€™inscription, vous trouverez la page â€œYour AISâ€™14 Registration Detailsâ€ page. Merci de soumettre les informations requises. Veuillez noter que toutes les nouvelles sessions d'AISâ€™14 seront ajoutÃ©es Ã cette liste. 3.2 Si vous voyagez de lâ€™Ã©tranger, faites une requÃªte pour une lettre dâ€™invitation sur cette mÃªme page. Merci de soumettre toutes les informations requises. Etape 4 : Vous recevrez un message de confirmation en ligne, sur votre navigateur, afin de tÃ©lÃ©charger la version PDF de la lettre dâ€™invitation. Et voila ! Nous vous recommandons de commencer vos procÃ©dures de visa pour votre voyage Ã Djibouti dÃ¨s maintenant. A bientÃ´t Ã Djibouti! Cordialement, Lâ€™Equipe dâ€™AIS Mr Ashil Oogarah Technical Communications writer/editor, AFRINIC Ltd. t: +230 403 51 00 | f: +230 466 6758 | tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.net facebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia ___________________________ Join us at AIS 2014, Djibouti, Djibouti, 25 May â€“6 June 2014 -- Patricia Gnilane SENGHOR Cooperation and Project Development Manager, AFRINIC Ltd. t: +230 4035144. | M: +230 58275956 |tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.net facebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia ___________________________ Join us at AIS14/AFRINIC20, Djibouti, Djibouti, 25 May-6 June 2014.

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You're invited to NETmundial Hub in Nairobi - Meeting on the future of... (Daily Event)
by Internet Society, Kenya Chapter 19 Apr '14

19 Apr '14

Internet Society's remote hub to the NetMundial in Nairobi The future of the Internet will be discussed at the NetMundial meeting in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 23-24 April 2014. For those who cannot travel to Brazil, 33 remote hubs around the world have been identified in 22 countries to enable greater participation of global citizens and the general public through real time interaction with conference...Share this event on Facebook and Twitter We hope you can make it!Cheers,Internet Society, Kenya Chapter ------------------------------ Event Summary: ------------------------------ Event: NETmundial Hub in Nairobi - Meeting on the future of Internet Governance Date: Daily Event: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM (PDT) Location: <b>iHub</b><br />Ngong Rd<br />Nairobi<br />Kenya<br /> ------------------------------ Event Details: ------------------------------ Internet Society's remote hub to the NetMundial in Nairobi The future of the Internet will be discussed at the NetMundial meeting in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 23-24 April 2014. For those who cannot travel to Brazil, 33 remote hubs around the world have been identified in 22 countries to enable greater participation of global citizens and the general public through real time interaction with conference events. ISOC Kenya Chapter applied to be a hub and was successful. You are warmly invited to join us in the conversation at the iHub, 4th floor, Bishop Magua Center, Nairobi. The 6 hour time difference between Nairobi and Brazil means that we may not be able to engage for the entire duration of the conference, but we will follow the most interesting and feasible sessions. The NetMundial will bring representatives of governments, the technical community, academia and civil society, will focus on crafting globally recognized Internet governance principles (a ‘Bill of Rights’ for the Internet) and proposing a roadmap for the further evolution of the Internet governance ecosystem. NetMundial Schedule at the Physical event: Nairobi Time Wednesday – April 23rd 15:30~17:00 Opening Ceremony - Paulo Bernardo Silva, Minister of Communication, Brazil - Virgilio Almeida, NETmundial Chairman - Wu Hongbo, UN Under-Secretary-General - Nnenna Nwakanma, Civil Society - Vint Cerf, Private Sector - Tim Berners Lee, Technical Community - H.E. Dilma Rousseff, President of Brazil 17:00~19:00 Welcome Remarks - Paulo Bernardo Silva, Minister of Communications, Brazil - Jose Eduardo Cardozo, Minister of Justice, Brazil - Neelie Kroes, VP, European Commission - Carl Bildt, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sweden - Lu Wei, Minister of the State Internet Information Office, China - Hamadoun Touré, Secretary General, ITU - Getachew Engida, Deputy Director-General, UNESCO - José Carvalho da Rocha, Minister of Communications, Angola - Hasanul Haq Inu, Minister of Information, Bangladesh - Joseph Alhadeff, Private Sector - Hessa Al Jaber, Minister of ICT, Qatar - Diego Molano Vega, Minister of ICT, Colombia - Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister of Communications, Ghana - Rafal Trzaskowski, Minister of of Administration and Digitization, Poland - Nikolai Nikiforov, Minister of Communications and Mass Media, Russia - Jean Philibert Nsengimana, Ministry of Youth & ICT, Rwanda - Thierry Moungalla, Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Congo - Jovan Kurbalija, Civil Society - Diego Cánepa, President Deputy Secretary, Uruguay - Michael Daniel, Special Assistant to the President and the Cybersecurity Coordinator, USA - Axelle Lemaire, Secretary of State in charge of Digital Economy, France - Morten Hoglund, Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Norway - Elmir Valizada, Deputy Vice-Minister of Communications, Azerbaijan - Jae-you Choi, Assistant Minister of Science, ICT and Future Planning, Republic of Korea - Wilfredo Gonzales Vidal, Vice-Minister of Communications, Cuba - David Johnson, Academia - Phil Philippo, Permanent Secretary of Transport and Communications, Marshal Islands - Raúl Pérez-Reyes, Vice-Minister of Communications, Peru - David Ocampos Negreiros, Executive Secretary, National Secretary of Information technology, Paraguay - Vinay Kwatra, Deputy Secretary, Minister of Foreign Affairs, India. 20:00~20:30 Panel: Setting NETmundial Goals - Virgilio Almeida - Jeanette Hofmann - Zahid Jamil - Fadi Chehade - Benedicto Fonseca Filho - Carlos Afonso 20:30~22:00 Working Session 1: Principles Chairs: Markus Kummer and Adiel Akplogan Advisors: Adam Peake, Maemura Akinori, Dominique Lazanski, Maximiliano Martinhão, Manal Ismail. - Topic 1: Human rights - Topic 2: Culture and linguistic diversity - Topic 3: Unified and unfragmented space - Topic 4: Security, stability and resilience of the Internet 22:00~22:30 Break 22:30~00:30 Working Session 2: Roadmap Chairs: Janis Karklins and Jeanette Hofmann Advisors: Marilia Maciel, Michael Niebel, Chengetai Masango, Zahid Jamil, Flavio Wagner. - Topic 1: Issues that deserve attention of all stakeholders in the Internet governance future evolution. - Topic 2: Issues dealing with institutional improvements. Thursday – April 24th 14:30~16:30 Working Session 3: Principles Chairs: Markus Kummer and Anriette Esterhuysen Advisors: Adam Peake, Maemura Akinori, Dominique Lazanski, Maximiliano Martinhão, Manal Ismail. - Topic 5: Open and distributed architecture - Topic 6: Enabling environment for innovation and creativity - Topic 7: Internet governance process principles - Topic 8: Open standards 16:30~17:00 Break 17:00~19:00 Working Session 4: Roadmap Chairs: Janis Karklins and Dongman Lee Advisors: Marilia Maciel, Michael Niebel, Chengetai Masango, Zahid Jamil, Flavio Wagner. - Topic 3: Issues dealing with specific Internet Governance topics. - Topic 4: Points to be further discussed beyond NETmundial - Topic 5: Way forward 20:00~21:30 Panel: Beyond NETmundial - Public consultation session with stakeholders about the transition of stewardship role of USG over the IANA functions 21:30~22:00 Break 22:00~00:00 Closing Session We hope you will join our gathering in Nairobi For questions, please contact: kivuva[at]transworldafrica.com or paultrix[at]gmail.com. For more information about the NetMundial, including a complete list of remote hubs, please visit www.netmundial.br For more information on Internet Society Kenya Chapter please visit www.isoc.or.ke For more information on iHub please visit www.ihub.co.ke ------------------------------ Hosted By: ------------------------------ Internet Society, Kenya Chapter Internet Society is the world's trusted independent source of leadership for Internet policy, technology standards, and future development. More than simply advancing technology, we work to ensure the Internet continues to grow and evolve as a platform for innovation, economic development, and social progress for people around the world ------------------------------ Register Online: ------------------------------ More information and online registration are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/netmundial-hub-in-nairobi-meeting-on-the-futur… ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Collect event fees online with Eventbrite http://www.eventbrite.com

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Corporate Affairs Manager - East Africa - 731895 - @ Intel
by Muriuki Mureithi 19 Apr '14

19 Apr '14

check out at http://jobs.intel.com/job/Nairobi-Corporate-Affairs-Manager-East-Africa-Job… cheers Muriuki Mureithi

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ICANN 51 in Los Angeles: Fellowship application round open on April 18, 2014 - Début des inscriptions pour les demandes de bourse
by Grace Githaiga 19 Apr '14

19 Apr '14

The 51st ICANN meeting in Los Angeles will be held 12-16 October 2014 Application Round opens: 18 April 2014 Application Round closes: 30 May 2014 Selected Fellows announced: 18 July 2014More information at http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-18apr14-en.htm ICANN Felloship terms and conditions http://www.icann.org/en/about/participate/fellowships/terms-conditions Thanks

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Fwd: ICTD 2015: Call for Papers and Notes
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 18 Apr '14

18 Apr '14

Might be of Interest to some of us. -- Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* *Twitter:* https://twitter.com/ekenyanito ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: ICTD 2015 Secretariat <secretariat(a)ictd2015.org> Date: 17 April 2014 09:49 Subject: ICTD 2015: Call for Papers and Notes To: Cc: program(a)ictd2015.org, notes(a)ictd2015.org The Seventh International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development (ICTD2015), to be hosted at the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore from May 15-18, 2015, cordially invites you to submit Full Papers and Notes. Held in cooperation with ACM SIGCHI and ACM SIGCAS, ICTD2015 will provide an international forum for scholarly researchers to explore the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in social, political, and economic development. The ICTD conferences have been taking place approximately every 18 months since 2006. General Topics Over the past several decades, as radio and television have been joined by computers, the Internet, and mobile devices, information and communication technologies (ICTs) have become more pervasive, more accessible, and more relevant in the lives of people around the world. Virtually no sphere of human activity remains apart from ICTs, from markets to health care, education to governance, family life to artistic expression. Diverse groups across the world interact with, are affected by, and can shape the design of these technologies. The ICTD conference is a place to understand these interactions, and to examine, critique, and refine the persistent, pervasive hope that ICTs can be enlisted by individuals and communities in the service of human development. There are multidisciplinary challenges associated with the engineering, application and adoption of ICTs in developing regions and/or for development, with implications for design, policy, and practice. For the purposes of this conference, the term “ICT” comprises electronic technologies for information processing and communication, as well as systems, interventions, and platforms that are built on such technologies. “Development” includes, but is not restricted to, poverty alleviation, education, agriculture, healthcare, general communication, gender equality, governance, infrastructure, environment and sustainable livelihoods. The conference program will reflect the multidisciplinary nature of ICTD research, with anticipated contributions from fields including anthropology, computer science, communication, design, economics, electrical engineering, geography, human-computer interaction, information science, information systems, political science, public health, and sociology. Full Papers An ICTD Full Paper, which is up to 10 pages in the ACM two-column format (including references, figures and tables), must make a new research contribution and provide complete and substantial support for its results and conclusions. Accepted papers typically represent a major advance for the field of ICTD. Full Papers will be evaluated via double-blind peer review by a multidisciplinary panel of at least three readers, one of whom will come from outside the paper’s disciplinary domain in order to ensure broad readability. Accepted Full Papers will be presented as oral presentations at the conference. Full Papers will be evaluated according to their novel research contribution, methodological soundness, theoretical framing and reference to related work, quality of analysis, and quality of writing and presentation. Manuscripts considering novel designs, new technologies, project assessments, policy analyses, impact studies, theoretical contributions, social issues around ICT and development, and so forth will be considered. Well-analyzed negative results from which generalizable conclusions can be drawn are also sought. Authors are encouraged (but not required) to address the diversity of approaches in ICTD research by providing context, implications, and actionable guidance to researchers and practitioners beyond the authors’ primary domains. This paper provides further suggestions on what makes good ICTD research. Full Papers typically present mature work whereas Notes (see below) are used for presenting preliminary research that is still work-in-progress. Plans are being made to have all accepted Full Papers appear in the electronic conference proceedings and archived in the ACM Digital Library. A subset of the Full Papers will also appear in a special issue of the Information Technologies & International Development journal. New in 2015, authors of each accepted Full Paper will be invited to submit a one-page policy brief, which aims to make their research accessible and relevant to practitioners in a succinct form. We expect to have authors receive feedback from experienced ICTD practitioners for improving their briefs, and to include their briefs in a separate proceedings. Notes With a shorter 4-page limit, Notes are intended to introduce work-in-progress that may be published later in a journal, as well as to document shorter project write-ups. An ICTD Note is likely to have a more focused and succinct research contribution to the ICTD field than Full Papers. For example, Notes on novel ICTD systems may not cover the entire design of the system but may instead go into depth in specific areas (e.g., how the system was evaluated with real users or how the formative work to create the system was conducted). Notes are also not expected to include a discussion of related work that is as broad and complete as that of a submission to the Full Papers venue. Accepted Notes will be presented as poster presentations at the conference. Notes will be evaluated by at least two multidisciplinary reviewers, but not in a double-blind fashion and will be assessed according to their research contribution, methodological soundness, quality of analysis, and quality of writing, and presentation. Manuscripts considering novel designs, new technologies, project assessments, policy analyses, impact studies, theoretical contributions, social issues around ICT and development, and so forth will be considered. However Notes need not necessarily be as comprehensive, novel, or generalizable as Full Papers. Plans are being made to have all accepted Notes be made available in the ACM Digital Library. Important dates Aug 1, 2014: Submission site open for Full Papers and Notes Oct 13, 2014: Deadline for submission of Full Papers Dec 7, 2014: Notification of acceptances for Full Papers Dec 21, 2014: Deadline for submission of Notes Jan 31, 2015: Notification of acceptances for Notes Mar 2, 2015: Camera-ready Full Papers and Notes due All submission are due 11:59 pm UTC. Submission guidelines Only original, unpublished, research papers in English will be considered. Full Papers and Notes must use the ACM templates (LaTex and Word), and must be no longer than 10 pages and 4 pages respectively. (The main text, figures, tables, footnotes, references, etc. must fit within these page limits.) Additional material may be included in an Appendix, but the text within the page limits must read as a standalone work. Submissions longer than the page limits, not in the template format, not related to the conference themes, and/or not meeting a minimum bar of academic research writing will be rejected without full review. A website will be made available on August 1, 2014 for authors to submit their Full Papers and Notes by the respective deadlines. For each accepted Full Paper and Note, at least one of the authors will be required to register and present it at ICTD2015. If not, the submission will not be published in the final proceedings. For Full Papers, see the ACMs copyright policies and options http://www.acm.org/publications/policies/ copyright_policy/. Copyright for Notes will be retained by the authors. Submitted Full Papers and Notes must not include names or other information that would identify the authors. Note that since the Full Paper and Notes submission review cycles will be sequential; it will be possible to revise, shorten, and resubmit elements of promising but non-selected Full Papers in time for reconsideration in the separate Notes review round. For more information see ictd2015.org, and for queries, contact secretariat(a)ictd2015.org General Conference Chair Arul Chib, Nanyang Technological University Program Committee Chairs Matthew Kam, American Institutes for Research Jenna Burrell, University of California, Berkeley Notes Chairs Sirajul Islam, Örebro University, Sweden Mahfuz Ashraf, University of Dhaka

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Consultancies - ICT Policy Analysis: Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
by Lillian Nalwoga 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

Afternoon All, The Collaboration on International ICT Policy in East and Southern Africa (CIPESA, www.cipesa.org) is seeking Consultants to study how current Information and Communications Technologies (ICT)-related policies and practices affect democratic governance in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. For further details on the scope, requirements and how to apply, please visit http://ict4dem.dsv.su.se/wp-content/files/Call_for_Proposals_-_Policy_Analy… For any inquiries, email programmes(a)cipesa.org Thanks and regards, Lillian

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An interetesting perspective from Africa on the changing face of Internet Governance
by Mwendwa Kivuva 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

This is an interetesting perspective from Africa on the changing face of Internet Governance Spotlight on African Contributions to Internet Governance Discussions Part 1: NetMundial 1:55pm | 14 April 2014 | by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito, The internet affects every individual in this world whether directly or indirectly. For example, a medical professional somewhere in Goma, Congo might access the internet to read and post reviews to current medication available and this might have an impact on the kind of medication that he/she recommends to the patient, whether the patient has access to affordable internet or not. Since the internet affects everyone, Africans citizens who are aware of internet governance discussions, expect African stakeholders to engage in these discussions. Read more: https://www.accessnow.org/blog/2014/04/14/spotlight-on-african-contribution… -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Re: [kictanet] Role of Governments in Internet governance
by Barrack Otieno 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Dear Colleagues, I would like to share the following request from a colleague, kindly participate: You will recall that the ITU has an on-going consultation on the role of governments in Internet Public policy<http://www.itu.int/en/council/cwg-internet/Pages/consultation-mar2014.aspx>. While not taking away from contributions that may be submitted individually or through other channels, we would like to make a submission from concerned African stakeholders in the same way that we did for NetMundial. If you would like to make a contribution, please fill in the online form available here<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rJEq9cvQYItvmDK4mcl-c_qdFwtOxbGhJdParRsHJA…>. All responses received will be collated into a joint document which will be shared prior to submission. Please provide your contribution by Thursday April 17th to enable us to meet the ITU deadline of April 26th. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/

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Re: [kictanet] Can technology solve terrorist problems in Kenya?
by James Mbugua 15 Apr '14

15 Apr '14

First things first, police don't run immigration departments, civil servants do. Secondly, the way re-registration is supposed to work is that holders of illegal documents are not in the national database. They got their papers at the outposts but have no corresponding documents at the registrar's. No Fathers' IDs, no birth certificate etc. Regards, James -----Original Message----- From: "Mark Mwangi" <mwangy(a)gmail.com> Sent: ‎4/‎15/‎2014 3:21 PM To: "jgmbugua(a)gmail.com" <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Can technology solve terrorist problems in Kenya? The police service is obviously corrupt. This is probably tolerated by the political class because it keeps demands for better salaries and work conditions to the minimum. The avenues of getting money illegally are numerous and have minimal risk so earning a net salary of Ksh 40,000 and making Kshs 200,000 keeps them happy. Also they are malleable to the politics of the day. Having interacted with some on a case before, I can comfortably say they are not incompetent. They can do all that detective work and CSI crap we see on TV if and only if facilitated by the equipment, politics and institutional support. On Tue, Apr 15, 2014 at 3:06 PM, Andrea Bohnstedt <andrea.bohnstedt(a)ratio-magazine.com> wrote: > The police are, reliably, year after year, voted 'Most corrupt institution' > in the country. I am sure there are a few good apples among them, but > claiming anything else would just be empirically incorrect. > > > On 15 April 2014 14:00, Rad! <conradakunga(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> @Brian >> >> Be offended all you want. The fact of the matter is there is corruption at >> both immigration and the police. >> >> >> On Tue, Apr 15, 2014 at 1:29 PM, Brian Munyao Longwe <blongwe(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >>> >>> Conrad, >>> >>> I find it really offensive that you would paint every single police and >>> immigration officer as corrupt. I am sure that in our case (as in any other >>> country) it's a few bad apples. There are many men and women who faithfully >>> serve this country every day and are not what you describe..... >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Apr 15, 2014 at 12:34 PM, Rad! <conradakunga(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>> Given it will be the same corrupt police and immigration officers >>>> running this exercise, what will be the point? >>>> >>>> >>>> On Mon, Apr 14, 2014 at 10:22 PM, Mwendwa Kivuva >>>> <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>> Government to register all Kenyans afresh in digital database >>>>> >>>>> http://mobile.nation.co.ke/news/Digital-database-for-all-kenyans/-/1950946/… >>>>> >>>>> I've always wondered why it's virtually impossible to get UK or US >>>>> citizenship through the back door, unless you get into a phony >>>>> marriage with a delinquent from those countries. Will setting up a >>>>> biometric database prevent rogue employees at the department of >>>>> registration from getting bribes to register foreigners as Kenyan >>>>> citizens? As far as I can remember, when I applied for the kipande, >>>>> all my 10 digits' prints were taken. >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> ______________________ >>>>> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>>>> twitter.com/lordmwesh >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> kictanet mailing list >>>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/conradakunga%40gmail.… >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >>>>> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >>>>> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >>>>> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >>>>> >>>>> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >>>>> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >>>>> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >>>>> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> kictanet mailing list >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/blongwe%40gmail.com >>>> >>>> >>>> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >>>> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >>>> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >>>> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >>>> >>>> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >>>> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >>>> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >>>> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>> >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/andrea.bohnstedt%40ra… >> >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > -- > Andrea Bohnstedt > Analyst/Publisher > > www.ratio-magazine.com > www.africa-assets.com > > > > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/mwangy%40gmail.com > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for > people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. -- Regards, Mark Mwangi markmwangi.me.ke _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/jgmbugua%40gmail.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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BBC poll: Kenya, Nigeria topped the poll of countries with Online Freedom
by Gideon 15 Apr '14

15 Apr '14

BBC poll: Web brings more freedom and more surveillance The poll found that more than two-thirds (67%) of those questioned agreed that the internet had brought them greater freedom, with only a quarter disagreeing. At over 75%, it was highest in Nigeria and Kenya - countries which until recently were bedevilled by poor communications infrastructure, and where mobiles and the internet have had a transformative impact, especially in business - as well as in the UK and Australia. http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-26824802 Gideon Rop DotConnectAfrica

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by Denis G. Wahome 15 Apr '14

15 Apr '14

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Do Connected Kenya Summits add value to our tech sector?
by Grace Githaiga 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

It’s that time of the year again, when all top government, private sector, media, academia and regulatory personalities in the ICT sector troop to Mombasa for the annual ICT Conference dubbed the “Connected Kenya Summit”. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/Do-Connected-Kenya-Summit…

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ICANN debate: Team Obama must reverse decision on Internet control
by Michael Bullut 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

Greetings Listers, Looks like things will get worse before they get better. *Read the article here. <http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2014/04/09/icann-debate-team-obama-must-reve…> * Warm regards, Michael Bullut. --- *Cell:* *+254 723 393 114.**Skype Name:* *Michael Bullut.* *Twitter:* * @Kipsang <http://twitter.com/Kipsang/> * *Blog: http://www.kipsang.com/ <http://www.kipsang.com/>* *E-mail:* *main(a)kipsang.com <main(a)kipsang.com>* *---*

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Fw: [i-network] OPEN SSL VULNERABILITIES
by Walubengo J 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

The Ugandan National Computer Incidence/Emergency Response Team has issued an advisory on this internet security hole. I am still waiting to hear/see something from our Kenyan counterparts...ama for them this issue is probably a non-issue? walu. --- On Fri, 4/11/14, Leonah Mbonimpa <Leonah.Mbonimpa(a)nita.go.ug> wrote: > From: Leonah Mbonimpa <Leonah.Mbonimpa(a)nita.go.ug> > Subject: [i-network] OPEN SSL VULNERABILITIES > To: "I-Network Uganda" <i-network(a)dgroups.org> > Date: Friday, April 11, 2014, 6:13 PM > > > > > > > > > > Dear Members, > > > > In response to some of the inquiries we have received > regarding the security vulnerability > “Heartbleed” > find attached communication to all administrators of > web servers running open SSL. > > > > Have a great weekend! > > > > > > Leonah Mbonimpa > Corporate Communications > Officer > > > > > > > > > > > > > Palm Courts, Plot 7A, > > Rotary Avenue (Lugogo > Bypass) > P.O.Box 33151, > > Kampala -Uganda > > > Office:+256 417 801 > 004 > Fax: +256 414 251 > 775 > Mobile: +256 776 > 177772 > website: > www.nita.go.ug > Twitter: > @NITAUganda1 > > Facebook:facebook.com/NITA.Uganda > > > > > > > > Attention > This e-mail and any > attachments to it maybe confidential and are intended solely > for the individual to whom it is addressed. Any views or > opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do > not necessarily represent those of National Information > Technology Authority. If you are not the intended recipient > of this email, you must neither take any action based upon > its contents, or copy or > show it to anyone. Please contact the sender if you believe > you have received this email in error. > > > > > > > > > MAILING LIST RULES - > http://www.i-network.or.ug/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=189… > DISCUSSION ROUNDUPS - > http://www.i-network.or.ug/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=19… > eNEWSLETTERS - > http://www.i-network.or.ug/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=34&… > - www.i-network.or.ugTWITTER - > http://twitter.com/inetworkFACEBOOK - > https://www.facebook.com/inetwork.ugThe I-Network > Dgroup is a platform for ICT Knowledge > Sharing---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Visit > [web site]( http://dgroups.org/iicd/i-network/ ) Click > [here]( mailto:leave.i-network@dgroups.org ) to unsubscribe > The email is intended only for the recipients. The > owners of the Dgroups cannot be held responsible for the > contents of the email message. > > You are receiving this message because you are a member > of the community I-Network > Uganda. > > A reply to this message will be sent to all members of > I-Network Uganda. > > Reply to > sender | Unsubscribe > > > >

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Re: [kictanet] [FOSSFA Members] About Heartbleed Vulnerability
by Mwendwa Kivuva 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

This calls for a big debate among the Open Source community and evaluation of how exposed we can be. I'm imagining how many servers will go unpatched thus exposing the data to would be hackers. It is alleged through a Bloomberg article that NSA knew about the vulnerability two years ago, but kept it secret to continue harvesting user data. http://mobile.bloomberg.com/news/2014-04-11/nsa-said-to-have-used-heartblee… This might be a wrong alarm but How safe are we as FOSS community because we heavily rely on these applications that may actually have backdoors and rootkits with the aim of taking control of our systems and spying on us. Regards -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Re: [kictanet] Cabinet scorecard as graded by the Star Newspaper
by meshack emakunat 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

Just thinking of the agricultural policy oversight in government and how much kenyans lose on there own initiative in agricultural development. Example, is the diverse nature of farming where little focus is put on the new systems and developments through incapacitated organization assumed to handle the developments ------------------------------ On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 4:21 AM PDT Grace Githaiga wrote: >Just in case you missed the story. > >The first year of office for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet is over and it has had its own successes and challenges. This week Ministers went on a self appraisal media offensive with most of them reporting what they described as their achievements when indeed some of them were events without much impact on the lives of Kenyans. >http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/article-161796/cabinet-scorecard >

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Re: [kictanet] Cabinet scorecard as graded by the Star Newspaper
by meshack emakunat 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

What happened to the MDG's that where so much hyped. Are they a replica of the predecessor SAP's? ------------------------------ On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 4:21 AM PDT Grace Githaiga wrote: >Just in case you missed the story. > >The first year of office for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet is over and it has had its own successes and challenges. This week Ministers went on a self appraisal media offensive with most of them reporting what they described as their achievements when indeed some of them were events without much impact on the lives of Kenyans. >http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/article-161796/cabinet-scorecard >

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About Heartbleed Vulnerability
by John Matogo 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

Dear colleagues. Some useful information you need to be aware of. <http://heartbleed.com/> <http://heartbleed.com/> http://heartbleed.com/ The Heartbleed Bug is a serious vulnerability in the popular OpenSSL cryptographic software library. This weakness allows stealing the information protected, under normal conditions, by the SSL/TLS encryption used to secure the Internet. SSL/TLS provides communication security and privacy over the Internet for applications such as web, email, instant messaging (IM) and some virtual private networks (VPNs). The Heartbleed bug allows anyone on the Internet to read the memory of the systems protected by the vulnerable versions of the OpenSSL software. This compromises the secret keys used to identify the service providers and to encrypt the traffic, the names and passwords of the users and the actual content. This allows attackers to eavesdrop on communications, steal data directly from the services and users and to impersonate services and users. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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IANA FUNCTIONS: THE BASICS
by Grace Githaiga 12 Apr '14

12 Apr '14

For those who have been following the debate, this gives the basics. When you want to visit a website, you type or paste the site’s domain name into your browser, or click on an html link.That domain name is sent to a server which translates the name into a series of numbers – the Internet Protocol or IP Address - which the server uses to direct your request to the website’s physical location. This all happens in the blink of an eye.Those names and numbers are called “unique identifiers” and are aligned with a standard set of protocol parameters that ensure computers can talk to and understand each other. These are part of the IANA functions, which are managed by ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers.These functions aren’t just limited to browsing the Internet - they also enable you to send an email or backup photos to the cloud, amongst other tasks. http://www.icann.org/en/about/agreements/iana/functions-basics-07apr14-en.p…

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Intensive Training Course in Next Generation Applications
by John Matogo 11 Apr '14

11 Apr '14

Dear colleagues. @iBizAfrica, in collaboration with IBM, will run an intensive training course during the month of May on Next Generation Applications. The next generation of applications must be delivered faster, enhanced easier and be more integrated, intelligent and secure. This course prepares developers for the revolution that is being driven by Cloud, Mobile, Web, Social and the Internet of Things. It follows a hands-on approach with access to the latest technologies and tools. The course will be delivered by a team of highly skilled and experienced trainers from IBM. We unfortunately have limited spaces, we therefore ask that you share this information with your communities and invite them to apply for the program as soon as possible. See the attached document for the course pre-requisites. To make a booking please send an email to jmatogo(a)strathmore.edu with subject Line: *NextGenApps* before 28th April. More information is contained in the attached document. Kindly share with your various networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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APC looking for policy comms person
by Grace Githaiga 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

APC to hire communications officer: http://www.apc.org/en/node/19142 Association for Progressive Communications (apc.org) has an opening for a communications officer to participate in the virtual communications team of the world's oldest online progressive network. The position is 60-80% time on a one-year contract with the option to renew if funding is available. Candidates should be available to begin in June 2014. The deadline for applications is 29 April 2014. *Job profile* You will lead communications work for one of APC's two programmes, our Communications and Internet Policy Programme (CIPP). We are looking for someone who has: * At least five years experience in communications, media relations and social marketing * Developed successful strategies and plans for campaigns, events and publication dissemination * Measurable success with campaigns and dissemination via social media, Twitter in particular * Experience working completely online including managing projects remotely * A concise, creative, confident communication style, with a strong visual sense and excellent English writing and editing skills * Experience working in the non-profit sector, specifically in internet policy * Experience dealing with multiple cultures and languages. Note that fluency in French, Spanish will be a distinct advantage. *Communications, media and social outreach* You will work on a four-person editorial team to produce original news and feature content in English, French and Spanish. A suitable, qualified candidate could also be appointed as editorial chief of our French-language website (APC.org/fr) and our twice-monthly French-language newsletter, APCNouvelles. On issues related to communications and internet policy, you will act as international media liaison and sometimes spokesperson with primarily print, web and radio media in English (and potentially Spanish and French). You will assist the communications team in developing and monitoring relationships with the media and in the production of media releases. You will keep APC up to date in social networking spaces, planning and coordinating strategic approaches to product launches and events. You will join one other communications officer in reporting to the communications manager and will work on a day-to-day basis with the CIPP manager and staff, as well as the entire APC staff and its members. Most of the work takes place in mailing lists. *Remuneration and working conditions* The remuneration for this position is negotiable depending on skills, qualifications and experience. The successful applicant is expected to provide his or her own computer, have easy access to an internet connection, and work during normal office hours. Reimbursement for office supplies and communication costs will be covered by APC. While much of the communications work will take place online, some travel to meetings, conferences and workshops is expected. *How to apply* Your statement of interest is extremely important. Your CV must be included as an attachment. Please consider the following in your statement: * A description of your interest in working with APC in this position * Your experience related to the requirements listed above * A rating of the languages you speak and write * A description of your computer skills * Other information you think might be of importance to our assessment of your application * Two references: names, relationship, contact details; at least one of these should be related to an online communications initiative in which you had a leadership role. Please send this information via email to jobs(a)apc.org with the subject line: "APC communications officer -- your name" by 29 April. -- Mallory Knodel Communications & Network Development Manager :: mallory(a)apc.org <http://mailto:mallory@apc.org> Association for Progressive Communications :: apc.org <http://apc.org> twitter. @malloryknodel <https://twitter.com/malloryknodel> :: xmpp. malloryk(a)im.mayfirst.org gpg fingerprint :: E3EB 63E0 65A3 B240 BCD9 B071 0C32 A271 BD3C C780 -- ------------------------------------------------------ anriette esterhuysen anriette(a)apc.org executive director, association for progressive communications www.apc.org po box 29755, melville 2109 south africa tel/fax +27 11 726 1692

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Fwd: [ISOC_KE] NetMundial meeting at São Paulo -- Apply for Brazilian visa ASAP
by Barrack Otieno 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

For your information and action if you will be attending the Net Mundial meeting. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Alex Gakuru <gakuru(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Apr 10, 2014 at 3:17 PM Subject: [ISOC_KE] NetMundial meeting at São Paulo -- Apply for Brazilian visa ASAP To: "isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke" <isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke>, kiramembers < kiramembers(a)googlegroups.com> Good people, Today I visited the Brazilian Embassy in Nairobi where met a very kind lady, whom requested me to send word out to all those planing to attend the subject meeting to apply for their visas as soon as possible. Civil society, Internet experts, government officials, regulatory interventionists, journalists, and all..... Don't wait until it's too late, I'd be so happy to hang out with you all at São Paulo (amidst a few caipirinhas?) Please share this message with whomever plans to attend. Very best wishes, Alex Gakuru Executive Director, CODE-IP Trust Member: (1) Just Net Coalition of Civil Society organizations (2) Network - Berkman Centres of Internet and Society _______________________________________________ isoc mailing list isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/ Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Re: [kictanet] Save the date Africa Domain Name System Forum 2014 , 7 - 9 July 2014 Abuja Nigeria
by Barrack Otieno 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

The 2014 Africa Domain Name System Forum will be held from 7th to 9th July 2014 at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja Nigeria. This years event will be hosted by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA). Organized by AfTLD, the Internet Society and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers with the support of other partners , the event seeks to build a community of practice that will strengthen the Domain Name Industry on the African Continent. According to the domain name industry brief there were 265 million domains registered globally in the third quarter of 2013. The base ccTLD registrations were 119.5 million. The largest top level domains by zone size in the third quarter of 2013 included .com, .tk, .de, .net ,.uk, .org, .cn , .info ,.ru and .nl. None of the African registries featured among the top ten. The largest ccTLD in Africa by zone size did not surpass the 1 million mark during the same period. The objective of the forum is to help the domain name industry in Africa grow at a competitive rate and ensure that the continent competes with the rest of the world. The forum will be a three day event and will bring together African registries; African ICANN accredited registrars, resellers, infrastructure service and solution providers as well as entrepreneurs interested in investing in the African Domain Name space. There will be interesting discussions highlighting opportunities in the African Domain name industry as well as networking sessions between registrars, resellers and the registries. For more information kindly visit www.aftld.org/afdnsforum2014 http://www.verisigninc.com/assets/infographic-dnib-Q32013.pdf -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/ Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Re: [kictanet] Quickbooks expertise
by jwaruingi＠advantech.co.ke 09 Apr '14

09 Apr '14

Dear listers, If any one knows someone with skills in implementation and technical support for Quickbooks - accounting, a potential opportunity becons for them. They can write to me separately. As always much appreciated. Joseph

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Cabinet scorecard as graded by the Star Newspaper
by Grace Githaiga 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Just in case you missed the story. The first year of office for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet is over and it has had its own successes and challenges. This week Ministers went on a self appraisal media offensive with most of them reporting what they described as their achievements when indeed some of them were events without much impact on the lives of Kenyans. http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/article-161796/cabinet-scorecard

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Re: [kictanet] Android mobile app
by jwaruingi＠advantech.co.ke 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Dear all, I am looking for an android mobile app for field data collection, capable of customisation to fit our needs. Does anyone know of developers in the various incubation labs that I can work with? Please contact me separately on jkwaruingi(a)gmail.com, soonest possible. Regards Joseph

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Hubs to Net Mundial - Call for registration still open
by Paul M 07 Apr '14

07 Apr '14

I’ve booked the iHub on the 23rd and 24th of April as a remote hub for Net Mundial conference Since the time difference between Nairobi and Sao Paulo is 6hrs, I’ve scheduled that the hub will commence streaming locally from 2pm Nariobi Time i.e. 8am Sao Paulo. Let me know if there is anything you would require. Kindest Regards, Paul Muchene On 5/04/2014, at 10:22 am, Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: > Thanks Paul. > > As you have seen, NetMundial agreed to our proposal to host the remote > hub. They need information to post on NetMundial website on location > of remote hubs. This is a good for iHub. > > "Thank you very much for your proposal to organize a remote hub for > NETmundial. This is to proudly inform that we are gladly accepting > your offer to collaborate with the meeting in Sao Paulo. We are > trilled with the quality of your proposal and very excited with the > answers from other hubs as well. Over 25 proposals from all around the > globe were received. Once again, thank you so much ! > > We will soon schedule a meeting with you and other hub managers to > inform about overall instructions and procedures for the remote hub > operation. We will also create a mailing list to share all updates > immediately. > > At this moment we would like to kindly ask some contact information > for your hub. This information will be posted in NETmundial website > very soon. We really appreciate your immediate answer in this simple > items: > > Hub name: > Hub address: > Contact email: > Contact phone: > Hub website (if any, you can also inform later if you are planning to have one): > > Please be informed that these informations will be published in > NETmundial website and this is the reason we are asking for your > confirmation. > > Best regards, > > Carine Roos > Content > carine(a)netmundial.br > +55 (11) 5509-3537 ext. 4104 > > > > 23, 24 – April 2014 – São Paulo, Brazil > #netmundial2014 > www.netmundial.org > > > > > On 04/04/2014, Paul M <paulitrix(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Let me make request to the iHub to host the event. I hope there will be no >> other events clashing. BTW projectors & mics are available + fast Net :-) >> >> On 3 WKN 2014, at 3:07 Hwaĩ-inĩ, Mwendwa Kivuva >> <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: >> >>> This is all the detail we have at the moment: >>> >>> Topic 1: Principles (Internet governance principles) >>> Topic 2: Roadmap (Roadmap for the further evolution of the Internet >>> governance ecosystem) >>> >>> Day 1 April 23 >>> >>> 9:00~11:00 Opening ceremony >>> 11:30~13:00 Principles 1h30min >>> 14:00~16:00 Roadmap 2h >>> 16:30~18:00 Principles 1h30min >>> >>> Day 2 April 24 >>> >>> 9:00~10:30 Principles 1h30min >>> 11:00~13:00 Roadmap 2h >>> 14:00~15:30 Internet Governance opportunities and challenges (focus to be >>> discussed) >>> 16:00~18:00 Closing/Adoption/Conclusions >>> >>> he following information is also available, although Kenya is not part of >>> the Call-in >>> >>> Summer Time, UTC +2 hours). To avoid any misunderstanding, just keep in >>> mind that the host of the conference call is based in Brussels, Belgium. >>> >>> >>> >>> +++ >>> >>> >>> >>> http://ec.europa.eu/digital-agenda/en/news/netmundial-european-commission-f… >>> >>> >>> >>> In view of the forthcoming Global Multistakeholder Meeting on the Future >>> of Internet Governance (NETMundial, http://www.netmundial.br/) which will >>> take place in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on 23-24 April 2014, the European >>> Commission is organising an open conference call, with the purpose of >>> sharing information among stakeholders. >>> >>> >>> >>> The online meeting will be facilitated by the European Commission, but we >>> do expect stakeholders to actively contribute to the conversation. We >>> kindly ask those who plan to attend the conference call and would like to >>> share their views with other participants, possibly on the basis of their >>> / their organisation's contribution to NETmundial, to let us know in >>> advance so that we can allocate a fair number of slots for interventions. >>> >>> >>> >>> Details of the conference call (phone numbers, PIN, and Adobe Connect >>> data) are below: >>> >>> >>> >>> · Date: 8 April 2014 >>> >>> · Time: 11:00 – 13:00 (CEST) >>> >>> · Telephone number: 02 808 1363 (if calling from Belgium - for a >>> list of international number, please see the attached PDF document) >>> >>> · Conference room number: 1327846 >>> >>> · Adobe Connect URL: http://ec-wacs.adobeconnect.com/ag4682/ >>> (please note that you do NOT need to use Adobe Connect to participate in >>> the teleconference – it's offered as an option) >>> >>> >>> >>> As background information, you might want to go through the contributions >>> which have been submitted to NETmundial. They are available >>> athttp://content.netmundial.br/docs/contribs. The European Commission has >>> submitted two contributions, which are available >>> athttp://content.netmundial.br/contribution/internet-governance-principles/176 >>> and >>> http://content.netmundial.br/contribution/roadmap-for-the-further-evolution…. >>> >>> >>> >>> Thanks for your kind attention. We hope you will join us for this >>> discussion. >>> >>> >>> >>> Best regards, >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Andrea Glorioso (Mr) >>> European Commission - DG Communication Networks, Content and Technology >>> Unit D1 (International relations) + Task Force on Internet Policy >>> Development >>> Avenue de Beaulieu 25 (4/64) / B-1049 / Brussels / Belgium >>> T: +32-2-29-97682 M: +32-460-797-682 E: Andrea.Glorioso(a)ec.europa.eu >>> Twitter: @andreaglorioso >>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.glorioso >>> LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=1749288&trk=tab_pro >>> >>> The views expressed above are purely those of the writer and may not in >>> any circumstances be regarded as stating an official position of the >>> European Commission. >>> Les opinions exprimées ci-dessus n'engagent que leur auteur et ne >>> sauraient en aucun cas être assimilées à une position officielle de la >>> Commission européenne. >>> >>> Be transparent - Sign up to the European Commission's Register of Interest >>> Representatives http://ec.europa.eu/transparency/regrin >>> >>> >>> >>> ______________________ >>> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>> twitter.com/lordmwesh >>> >>> >>> >>> On 3 April 2014 14:00, Gideon <gideonrop(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> Thanks Ali for that, have we also confirmed the time of the event so that >>>> its convenient for the participants? >>>> >>>> Regards >>>> Rop >>>> >>>> >>>> On Thu, Apr 3, 2014 at 1:58 PM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >>>>> Ok. >>>>> >>>>> Mwendwa I can volunteer projector and speakers. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Ali Hussein >>>>> >>>>> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >>>>> >>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >>>>> >>>>> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >>>>> will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPad >>>>> >>>>> On Apr 3, 2014, at 12:00 PM, Mwendwa Kivuva >>>>> <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> We might need a projector to project the meeting, and speakers. If we >>>>>> are to give any input remotely, then we will need more than that. >>>>>> >>>>>> As we commit ourselves, we should also take a roll call on how many >>>>>> people are interested in listening in to the Global Multi-stakeholder >>>>>> Forum on the Future of Internet Governance. >>>>>> >>>>>> ______________________ >>>>>> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>>>>> twitter.com/lordmwesh >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On 2 April 2014 19:14, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> Guys >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Why don't we just ask iHub or Strathmore. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> What are the equipment required? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Ali Hussein >>>>>>> >>>>>>> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>>>> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >>>>>>> >>>>>>> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >>>>>>> will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Sent from my iPad >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Apr 2, 2014, at 5:35 PM, Daniel Otieno Omondi <dottocomp(a)yahoo.com> >>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Kivuva, >>>>>>>> There are some for hiring we can find out the rates. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks >>>>>>>> Daniel Omondi >>>>>>>> +254722756211 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Wednesday, April 2, 2014 2:33 PM, Mwendwa Kivuva >>>>>>>> <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: >>>>>>>> For such a meeting, we would need to collaborate, since we need >>>>>>>> audio-visual equipments, e.t.c >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> ______________________ >>>>>>>> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>>>>>>> twitter.com/lordmwesh >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On 1 April 2014 23:28, Daniel Otieno Omondi <dottocomp(a)yahoo.com> >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>> Kivuva, >>>>>>>> That is a very good info. and on that note i thought that there was a >>>>>>>> fronting of iHUB as the venue if i recall when Barrack was following >>>>>>>> it up. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> thanks >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Daniel Omondi >>>>>>>> +254722756211 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 7:23 PM, Mwendwa Kivuva >>>>>>>> <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: >>>>>>>> We did an application to the NetMundial organisers for the remote >>>>>>>> participation. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> As we await feedback, we will need a confirmed venue. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Regards >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> ______________________ >>>>>>>> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya >>>>>>>> twitter.com/lordmwesh >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On 31 March 2014 03:40, Daniel Otieno Omondi <dottocomp(a)yahoo.com> >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>> @Ali, >>>>>>>> If you are good in concept/proposal writing can you come up with it >>>>>>>> on this and we Organsize with iHUB to host it together with ISOC-KE >>>>>>>> fratanity. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> thanks >>>>>>>> Daniel Omondi >>>>>>>> +254722756211 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Monday, March 31, 2014 12:43 PM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>> Daniel >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> There is still time... >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Ali Hussein >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>>>>> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >>>>>>>> will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Sent from my iPad >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Mar 31, 2014, at 12:17 PM, Daniel Otieno Omondi >>>>>>>> <dottocomp(a)yahoo.com> wrote: >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Ali, >>>>>>>>> we did'nt do it...it was followed up but i think the difference in >>>>>>>>> time which is the major factor. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Daniel Omondi >>>>>>>>> +254722756211 >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Sunday, March 30, 2014 9:03 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> Team ke >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Did we do this? >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Ali Hussein >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Twitter: @AliHKassim >>>>>>>>> Skype: abu-jomo >>>>>>>>> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >>>>>>>>> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world >>>>>>>>> will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Sent from my iPad >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> From: Marilia Maciel <mariliamaciel(a)gmail.com> >>>>>>>>>> Date: March 29, 2014 at 2:02:14 PM GMT+3 >>>>>>>>>> To: discuss <discuss(a)1net.org> >>>>>>>>>> Subject: [discuss] Hubs to Net Mundial - call for registration >>>>>>>>>> still open >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Dear all, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> This is a reminder of the opportunity to register a remote >>>>>>>>>> participation Hub to Net Mundial, given that the deadline has been >>>>>>>>>> extended. Remote hubs will have the opportunity to follow the >>>>>>>>>> webcast of the meeting and send comments, questions an suggestions >>>>>>>>>> to Net Mundial. All registered hubs will receive support from the >>>>>>>>>> organization of the event. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> The call containing further information can be found here: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> http://netmundial.br/blog/2014/03/18/netmundial-opens-opportunity-for-inter… >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Best, >>>>>>>>>> Marília >>>>>>>>>> What are the hubs? >>>>>>>>>> The hubs are local meetings that take place simultaneously with >>>>>>>>>> NETmundial meeting. People can watch the webcast together and send >>>>>>>>>> questions and comments, via text or audio, that will be included in >>>>>>>>>> the Sao Paulo discussions. NETmundial remote hubs can be organized >>>>>>>>>> among participants and any group of interested people who share a >>>>>>>>>> more immediate community or geographical proximity. It should be >>>>>>>>>> open and inclusive to interest actors among the local community, as >>>>>>>>>> well as the local press. An minimal infrastructure should be >>>>>>>>>> provided, such as: - Accessible location, open to the general >>>>>>>>>> public (hotel meeting room, auditorium, theater etc); >>>>>>>>>> - Accommodate around 50 participants; >>>>>>>>>> - Computer and Internet broadband connection availability; >>>>>>>>>> - Computer screen projection and audio system (microphone and >>>>>>>>>> speakers);About NETmundialThe Global Multistakeholder Meeting on >>>>>>>>>> the Future of Internet Governance will focus on crafting Internet >>>>>>>>>> governance principles and proposing a roadmap for the further >>>>>>>>>> evolution of the Internet governance ecosystem. The meeting is >>>>>>>>>> scheduled for April 23rd and 24th 2014, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and >>>>>>>>>> will be live webcast enabling remote participation. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>>>> Marília Maciel >>>>>>>>>> Pesquisadora Gestora >>>>>>>>>> Centro de Tecnologia e Sociedade - FGV Direito Rio >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Researcher and Coordinator >>>>>>>>>> Center for Technology & Society - FGV Law School >>>>>>>>>> http://direitorio.fgv.br/cts >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> DiploFoundation associate >>>>>>>>>> www.diplomacy.edu >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>>>> discuss mailing list >>>>>>>>>> discuss(a)1net.org >>>>>>>>>> http://1net-mail.1net.org/mailman/listinfo/discuss >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>>> isoc mailing list >>>>>>>>> isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke >>>>>>>>> http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>> isoc mailing list >>>>>>>> isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke >>>>>>>> http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> isoc mailing list >>>>> isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke >>>>> http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc >>> >>> <20120920_EU-InternationalAccessNumbers-EN.PDF> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> isoc mailing list >>> isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke >>> http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc >> > > > -- > ______________________ > Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya > twitter.com/lordmwesh

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7th Developer Economics survey
by Mbugua Njihia 07 Apr '14

07 Apr '14

Take the new Developer Economics 10-minute survey and win cool prizes! http://www.vmob.me/DE3Q14Symbiotic VisionMobile has launched a new app developer survey and is looking into opportunities and challenges in the app market. The results of the survey will be available as a free research report in July, while respondents can win great prizes, including an iPhone 5s, a Galaxy S5, a Sphero, a Lego Mindstorm robot, a Raspberry Pi Ultimate Starter Ki, a Das Keyboard - and more! What's your take on the latest trends in app development? Which platform(s) should a developer choose to make money in today's competitive market? Which is the right revenue model for your apps? Are you using any dev tools? Take the developer survey and have your say on the top app developer issues - contribute to the research and find out how your opinion stacks against other developers'.

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PIVOT East: seeking out deserving startups
by John Kieti 07 Apr '14

07 Apr '14

Dear Listers, You may know of mobile ventures deserving the visibility, networking, training and funding opportunities in PIVOT East <http://pivoteast.com>. Entries for 2014 close this Friday 11th and the finalists conference will be on 24/25th June. Experiences of past finalists<http://www.pivoteast.com/past-finalists-speak-pivot-east/>may be worth looking at. Kindly share this opportunity with deserving startups (hidden gems) that you may know of. ps. PIVOT East is a home grown brand that fairs pretty well regionally. It is a product of m:lab East Africa - a consortium <http://mlab.co.ke> comprising iHub, eMobilis, University of Nairobi and the World Wide Web foundation. Best regards -- My Blog - www.gmeltdown.com ''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' The ordinary just won't do

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Matatu cashless payments to be standardised
by Dennis Kioko 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

The National Transport and Safety Authority is considering integrating matatu cashless payments - This is good news cause it means that irrespective of the cashless payment that a matatu takes, it can accept any other form. Also lowers the club-in effect by well established players. It would also help in instances if one player's system goes down http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Authority-plans-common-cashless-PSV-fare… -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/>

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Second Bill Introduced to block ICANN oversight transition
by Michael Bullut 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

Greetings Listers, *vis-à-vis* the e-mail I sent yesterday, please have a look at this *followup article.*<http://domainnewsafrica.com/second-bill-introduced-to-block-icann-oversight…> *Again, apologies for cross-posting!* Warm regards, Michael Bullut. --- *Cell:* *+254 723 393 114.**Skype Name:* *Michael Bullut.* *Twitter:* * @Kipsang <http://twitter.com/Kipsang/> * *Blog: http://www.kipsang.com/ <http://www.kipsang.com/>* *E-mail:* *main(a)kipsang.com <main(a)kipsang.com>* *---*

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On NTIA announcement...
by Bob Omondi 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/fadi-chehade/five-myths-about-the-us-i_b_5068… Regards Bob.

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Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response
by James Mbugua 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

Idiocy of the highest order. There is no win here only delay of the inevitable and stifling of innovation and investment. Multichoice is certainly a winner. -----Original Message----- From: "Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK)" <hotline(a)cofek.co.ke> Sent: ‎3/‎28/‎2014 6:48 PM To: "jgmbugua(a)gmail.com" <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response Dear All, This afternoon's ruling by the Court of Appeal is certainly a major win for the consumers, operators and other stakeholders on the broadcast media. Indeed the consumer movement is emboldened and we hope other sectors shall take their lesson. It vindicates our long held view that in its' current form, the CCK (and now CAK) is not the regulator envisaged under Article 34(3) of the Constitution. We are grateful that the Media Owners Association have pushed and won the fight we began in December 2012 to make the transition to digital broadcasting fair and independent to all stakeholders. We expect that the nullified Broadcast Signal Distribution license to PANG will have immediate consequences on Star Times and that the BSD to media owners will be fast-tracked. It will be futile for the Government to appeal the ruling at the Supreme Court. In light of such embarrassment to Government, it is only fair that the ICT Secretary resigns from office and that the regulator rescinds all major decisions it has made as the effect of the ruling has the potential to reverse all decisions made by the CCK since August 27, 2010 when the current Constitution was promulgated. Thank you. Japheth Ogutu, FOR: Secretary General, The Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek)

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Mobile Roaming Charges in UE to be abolished in 2015
by Vitalis Olunga 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

This could be of interest. http://www.mobileworldlive.com/european-parliament-backs-telecoms-reform-pa… A similar effort is taking shape in Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). Can this could be replicated in other regions in Africa, specifically EAC. Regards Vitalis Vital Networks limited

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Government Self-appraisal - ICT report?
by Walubengo J 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

I missed the CS / PS presentation on what the Jubilee govt has achieved over the last one year in the digital space. Anyone with a document on the same? CS Matiang'i? PS Tiampati? Plse share. I wish to interrogate and understand the same. walu.

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35 U.S. Senators led by John Thune and Marco Rubio demand answers on ICANN transition
by Michael Bullut 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

Greetings Listers, An interesting read *here. <http://domainingafrica.com/35-u-s-senators-led-by-john-thune-and-marco-rubi…>* *Apologies for cross-posting!* Warm regards, Michael Bullut. --- *Cell:* *+254 723 393 114.**Skype Name:* *Michael Bullut.* *Twitter:* * @Kipsang <http://twitter.com/Kipsang/> * *Blog: http://www.kipsang.com/ <http://www.kipsang.com/>* *E-mail:* *main(a)kipsang.com <main(a)kipsang.com>* *---*

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Orange and yu exit: Market Failure or Creative Destruction (Capitalism Style)?
by Ali Hussein 02 Apr '14

02 Apr '14

Listers Jaindi Kisero's article on the imminent departure (demise?) of two telcos in Kenya make compelling reading. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/Opinion/mobile-phone-firm-pullout-market-failu… The article basically explores the possibility that market failure is what we are experiencing in Kenya. According to Wikipedia Market Failure is a concept within economic theory describing when the allocation of goods and services by a free market is not efficient. That is, there exists another conceivable outcome where a market participant may be made better-off without making someone else worse-off. (The outcome is not Pareto optimal.) Market failures can be viewed as scenarios where individuals' pursuit of pure self-interest leads to results that are not efficient – that can be improved upon from the societal point-of-view.[1][2] The first known use of the term by economists was in 1958,[3] but the concept has been traced back to the Victorian philosopher Henry Sidgwick.[4] Market failures are often associated with time-inconsistent preferences,[5] information asymmetries,[6] non-competitive markets,principal–agent problems, externalities,[7] or public goods.[8] The existence of a market failure is often the reason for government intervention in a particular market.[9][10] Economists, especially microeconomists, are often concerned with the causes of market failure and possible means of correction.[11] Such analysis plays an important role in many types of public policy decisions and studies. However, some types of government policy interventions, such as taxes, subsidies, bailouts, wage and price controls, and regulations, including attempts to correct market failure, may also lead to an inefficient allocation of resources, sometimes called government failure.[12] Thus, there is sometimes a choice between imperfect outcomes, i.e. imperfect market outcomes with or without government interventions. But either way, if a market failure exists the outcome is not Pareto efficient. Mainstream neoclassical and Keynesian economists believe that it may be possible for a government to improve the inefficient market outcome, while several heterodox schools of thought disagree with this.[13] While Creative Destruction alludes to free-market economics as a description of processes such as downsizing in order to increase the efficiency and dynamism of a company or economy. The case of Orange and yu in my humble opinion is the stuff of Business School studies at Strathmore and others for years to come. The questions that the country now needs to ask include:- 1. How will the demise of two major multinationals in Kenya going to affect the country's FDI outlook? Kenya is quickly gaining a reputation as a graveyard for MNCs who come here without appreciating the GLOCAL Principle. 2. What are the market dynamics that are going to be unleashed by a a defacto duopoly that now exists? 3. What impact will it have going forward on the attractiveness of Kenya as a destination for tech giants and Startups alike? 4. Is the regulatory environment being optimally executed to protect both investors and consumers alike? 5. Lastly - the more things change the more they remain the same? Seriously. The way this is going I won't be surprised if Airtel also throws in the towel seeing as they haven't turned a profit since their entry into the country. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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McKinsey-Lions go digital: The Internet's transformative potential in Africa
by Gideon 02 Apr '14

02 Apr '14

McKinsey: Kenya and Senegal lead on Internet's contribution to overall GDP in Africa (iGDP) - See more at: http://dotafrica.mobi/mckinsey-kenya-senegal-lead-internets-contribution-gd… GIdeon Rop DotConnectAfrica

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Construction at Konza City to start in three months time
by Grace Githaiga 01 Apr '14

01 Apr '14

Construction at Konza City, Kenya’s pioneer technopolis, is expected to start in the next three months.The chairman of the Konza Technopolis Development Authority (Kotda) John Ngumi said companies are waiting for an ongoing survey to be completed to start construction of infrastructure. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Construction-at-Konza-City-to-start-in-thr…

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] 42 fellows for the ICANN 50 meeting - 42 boursiers pour la 50ème réunion de l'ICANN
by Bob Omondi 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Just in case you have not seen this... Regards Bob. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, Mar 31, 2014 at 9:00 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] 42 fellows for the ICANN 50 meeting - 42 boursiers pour la 50ème réunion de l'ICANN To: AfrICANN list <africann(a)afrinic.net> Dear all (Français plus bas) 42 fellows from 34 countries have been selected to participate in ICANN's Fellowship program at the 50th Public Meeting in London, 22-26 June 2014. More informagtion at http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-31mar14-en.htm The 51st ICANN meeting in Los Angeles to be held 12-16 October 2014 - Application Round opens: 18 April 2014 at 23:59 UTC - Application Round closes: 2 June 2014 at 23:59 UTC - Selected Fellows announced: 14 July 2014 Thanks ----------- Bonjour à tous, 42 boursiers provenant de 34 pays ont été sélectionnés pour participer à la 50ème réunion de L'ICANN qui aura lieu à Londres du 22 au 26 Juin 2014. Plus d'information sur l'annonce à l'adresse http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-31mar14-en.htm La 51ème réunion de l'ICANN aura lieu à Los Angeles du 12 au 16 Octobre 2014 La réception des demandes de bourses commence le 18 Avril 2014 à 23:59 UTC Date limite de réception des demandes le 2 juin 2014 à 23:59 UTC Laliste des candidats retenus sera publiée le 14 Juillet 2014 Merci - Yaovi Atohoun Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager - Africa ICANN - www.icann.org Mobile : +229 66015649 / 97891228 Skype : yaovi.atohoun.icann _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Re: [kictanet] Appeal Court Decision to anarchic sector
by ICT Researcher 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Using this precedent, what would stop each of every the remainder of television broadcasters also demanding a license? On the grounds that every (corporate) person is equal before the law? Just wondering. ------------------------------ On Sun, Mar 30, 2014 5:32 PM MSKS David Makali wrote: >Wkigunju: So what remedy was offered to PANG?? Purely out of justice and fairness, am curious. I followed the judgment to the end. So the court finds cck was illegal, and its actions null and void, yet riding on the same nullify, the court proceeds to take over the CAK's presumed mandate and, sorry to say but ironically arbitrarily, without complying with any due process (since it had nullified the cck one that awarded pang and signet licenses) proceeds to award the media a license uncompetitively while depriving Pang? Isnt this synonymous with stealing from one and giving to another? Am Damned if this is justice. > >- Makali >This is official mail. If you doubt the content, call back on +254722517540. > >On Mar 30, 2014, at 3:50 PM, "wgikunju(a)gmail.com" <wgikunju(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> You're spreading false alarm ICT researcher, the Judges offered remedy for PANG, and directed that the government should comply with the Constitution to legally constitute a 'CCK' with authority to regulate the industry. Please read the judgement in full. >> --WG >> -----Original message----- >> From: ICT Researcher >> Sent: 30/03/2014, 3:10 pm >> To: wgikunju(a)gmail.com >> Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions >> Subject: [kictanet] Appeal Court Decision to anarchic sector >> >> >> Just watching http://www.citizennews.co.ke/news/2012/local/item/18216-appeal-court-orders… >> >> 1. Declared CCK media regulatory role illegal >> 2. Court cancelled licensed earlier issued to PANG >> 3. Court awards 3 a license exempted from competitive bidding process >> 4. Court give license subject to same terms and conditions >> 5. Court rushes next year's switch off date to September this year >> >> Since the court declared CCK illegal, will the same court assume implementation role including migration process? >> >> Foreign investors in Kenya have cause to be very worried. >> >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/dmakali%40yahoo.com >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > >_______________________________________________ >kictanet mailing list >kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > >Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ict.researcher%40yaho… > >The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > >KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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Press Release by African Union of the accreditation of DotAfrica
by Auguste K. Yankey 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Thank you for sharing to your various mailing list. With my best regards, 0100101101110111101000101010101100101010100101011000101010001011010001101101001 Auguste YANKEY K. Information Society Div. Dept. of Infrastructure and Energy www.AFRICA-UNION.org<http://www.africa-union.org/> or www.AU.int/infosoc<http://www.au.int/infosoc> P.O.Box 3243, Addis-Ababa, ETHIOPIA E: yankeyka(a)africa-union.org<mailto:yankeyka@africa-union.org> E: yankeyka(a)yahoo.fr<mailto:yankeyka@yahoo.fr> 0100101101110111101000101010101100101010100101011000101010001011010001110111010 Auguste K. Yankey Senior Policy Officer | Infrastructure and Energy Division | African Union Commission Tel: (251) 11 551 77 00 | Fax: (251) 11 551 78 44 | E-mail: YANKEYKA(a)africa-union.org<mailto:YANKEYKA@africa-union.org> | Web:www.au.int<http://www.au.int> Addis Ababa | Ethiopia Disclaimer: This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the recipient . If you are not the intended message recipient you must not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. E-mail transmission cannot be guaranteed to be secure or error-free as information could be intercepted, corrupted, lost, destroyed, arrive late or incomplete, or contain viruses. The Sender therefore does not accept liability for any errors or omissions in the contents of this message, which arise as a result of e-mail transmission. [cid:image9f4e98.GIF@3ddf48f4.4fa8517f] Please consider the environment before printing this email message.

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Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response
by Wainaina Mungai 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Japheth, The issue is not the "persons" - but more of the regulator as a body/institution needs to be truly independent and free of government control or business owner influences/bullying. The persons occupying the offices must be empowered and protected by the law for us to achieve. *(5) Parliament shall enact legislation that provides for the establishment of a body, which shall--* *(a) be independent of control by **government**, **political interests** or **commercial interests**; *(b) reflect the interests of all sections of the society; and **(c) set media standards and regulate compliance with those standards. Wainaina On Mon, Mar 31, 2014 at 9:39 AM, Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) < hotline(a)cofek.co.ke> wrote: > Great comments, and to the point - wish the "right" people can apply to be > considered as board members of the would be "new" regulator > > > > Japheth > > > > *From:* kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+hotline= > cofek.co.ke(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke] *On Behalf Of *Wyne Bar > *Sent:* Monday, March 31, 2014 9:23 AM > *To:* The Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek) > > *Cc:* KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > > > > I have kept off this debate because of vested interests by several parties > claiming to be making objective analyses. On this list, there's little, if > any, objectivity in the matter of Signal Distribution licensing and > #DigitalMigrationKE as a whole. I will therefore abstain from making direct > comment on the ruling, STBs, Tenders, BSD licences or the Switch-Off date. > > Instead, I propose we focus on the new regulator. Six years ago, we had a > somewhat related debate (copied below) about Media Owners versus Editorial > Freedom. > > The matter of what really constitutes 'media freedom' came up in 2012/13 > as it did in 2008 around the election period. It came up again during > debates on Media Laws as media owners presented their grievances. We forget > to sort out media regulation in fair weather. > > After the ruling by the Supreme Court enforcing Section 34 of the > Constitution, what we may want to ensure as "Consumers of media", is that > the new regulator will be truly "independent" and yet "powerful"...cannot > be influenced by Media Owners or Government etc and can make & enforce bold > decisions. > > If we get the composition, independence and (power) of the new regulator > wrong, nothing else we debate here about Signal Distribution, investor > protection or consumer rights will be of any consequence in protecting > consumers from rogue media or a rogue government. > > On Broadcasting, the cliché "content is king" still holds and whether or > not BSD licence goes to local private media, the right to > access/rebroadcast their FTA content must remain with the Broadcaster. That > is also true for upcoming content producers who need protection of their > content from other players along the value chain. As we debate the issues, > let us remember there are many players in the Digital Broadcasting value > chain. > > As the ruling has proved, the REGULATOR is a critical player in the > industry. Let us all help to put together a regulator that will guarantee > justice, innovation and all our ICT aspirations as a country. > > **This is my personal position as a Kenyan consumer of media...and my > views do not represent any media house; or group of Broadcasters** > > Have a regulated day, > > Wainaina > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Wainaina Mungai <wainaina(a)madeinkenya.org> > Date: Wednesday, February 13, 2008 > Subject: [kictanet] Kenya: The Media is Not Innocent > To: wainaina.mungai(a)gmail.com > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > > Allow me to re-deflect the issue away from a specific media house and > state the following as a way forward: > > 1. Journalists must work with all Kenyans to make the press free from > undue influence from Media Owners. Press Freedom will not be achieved until > we liberate the journalists from the editorial biases of the media owners. > > 2. Editors must be held responsible when media houses publish/broadcast in > an unethical manner. For this to hold, we must ensure that the media owners > are not the 'final' editors. > > 3. Journalists/reporters have developed a culture of accepting inducements > in order to edit stories as requested. This must be treated as a crime due > to the privileges society accords the press. > > 4. Media houses must employ and retrain qualified and ethical staff. There > must be standards that ensure professionalism. Engineers, Doctors and > others submit to standards that the media continues to dodge. > > 5. Kenya needs a Media Council "with teeth"...that will be a watchdog that > acts in the interest of the public not as a affiliate lobby for Media > Owners. > > The verdict should be a clear message to all of us in the media circles. > It's time to look inwards and liberate the profession of journalism from > the businessmen who own the media houses. > > Wainaina > > > > > On 2/13/08, Wainaina Mungai <wainaina.mungai(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > Thanks Farida, > > > > We should not consider the presence of lessos in ballot boxes in Kajiado > or Kamukunji as evidence that your story was true. The pre-marking or > ballots and the lesso story are what would be considered mutually exclusive > events. The use of lessos as indicator of accuracy is at the very least > speculative. The fact that [it is possible] for an election to be stolen > does not mean that and election [will be] stolen. > > > > For KTN/Standard, the more direct issues as you vouch for the integrity > of your story would be: > > > > 1. Did you have [evidence] that the ballot boxes were stuffed with > pre-marked ballot papers? or were you speculating because someone came > forward as a "witness"? > > > > > > 2. Do you believe that the killings of the Administration Police in > Nyanza were a direct result of the story you authorised? If so, what have > you done to at least console the families of the bereaved policemen? > > > > > > 3. Did you have evidence that the Citi Hoppa buses that were carrying > APs to various parts of the country were meant to be used for a rigging > mission? and would you consider that your story was responsible for the > burning of Citi Hoppa buses? > > > > > > Most voters know that ballot boxes are checked before the start of > voting and sealed infront of witnesses (agents, ECK officials etc). It is > therefore unlikely that rigging would only take place is unless there is an > elaborate conspiracy involving [all] officials/agents at a polling station. > > > > Overall, the "vibes" KTN/Standard fraternity must contend with is not > that they are a model of "free press" but that it is biased against the > government or pro-ODM. The vibes stations such as Royal Media, Kameme and > KBC contend with is that they have given Kenyans reason to be seen as > pro-government/PNU. Those are the issues the press must address honestly > and not hide behind tags and clichés such as 'press freedom' and 'muzzling > the press'. > > > > NOTE: I work for a competing media house but that is not my motivation > for the issues i have raised on KTN/Standard. I respect journalists for the > effort that goes into writing even the simplest story. However, I am aware > that media houses and journalists have continued to allow their political > and other biases to influence the way they report stories. > > > > Wainaina > > > > On Feb 14, 2008 12:09 AM, Farida Karoney <fkaroney(a)ktnkenya.com> wrote: > > > > Wainaina > > I personally authorised the story you are blaming KTN for and can vouch > for the integrity of that report any time. If indeed you believe it is not > possible to steal an election, how come that ballot boxes were found with > lessos, and election materials in some polling stations? > > > > We cannot resolve explosive issues by hiding or supressing the truth, > and no one is trying to exonerate the press. Let us not pretend that we do > not know why we are where we are, it is definately not because of KTN or > the Standard Group. > > > > And it is certainly not an academic excercise, afterall most of us do > not have another place to call home except Kenya. Believe me, any Country > which calls itself democratic must be able to live with a free press, no > matter how much of a nuisance it is. > > > > By all means industry players need mechanisms to promote responsible > behaviour in the media but aggression against media houses in light of the > current political crisis is in my opinion misplaced. > > > > regards > > Farida > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: Wainaina Mungai > > > > This message was sent to: wainaina(a)madeinkenya.org > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > http://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/wainaina%40madeinkenya… > > > > > > -- > > > On Sunday, March 30, 2014, Ngigi Waithaka <ngigi(a)at.co.ke> wrote: > > Guys, > > > > If an organization by the then name of CCK had done its homework and had > greed not been the overriding factor in issuing the Digital Licenses, we > would not be in the mess that we are in today, where Wanjiku has lost big > time. > > > > Any smart person @CCK would have foreseen what has happened the moment > the current broadcasters lost the bid for the digital broadcasting license. > You cannot wish away such a large fish swimming in the pool. The smart > thing would be to work with the big fish as you rear other fish and only > confront the big fish once you have other sizeable fish in that pool. > > > > They say "...The law is an ass..." and I can't think of a more > applicable case than this! > > > > Way forward: > > 1. Issue the local broadcasters the Digital License. This gets them out > of the way > > 2. Issue similar Licenses to Signet and that other Chinese firm > > 3. Get sober minds at CAK. If we don't do this, we wouldn't have a > regulator to talk about in the next couple of months. > > 4. And let the conspicuously absent CS ICT to take charge. There is not > a single *BIG* deal that touches ICT that can go through without hullabaloo! > > > > Exactly whats is hard in doing this? > > > > > > On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 11:57 AM, Bernard Kioko [Bernsoft Group] < > bkioko(a)bernsoft.com> wrote: > >> > >> David, > >> > >> > >> > >> You have summarized it well. > >> > >> > >> > >> Perhaps the benefit of what happened yesterday is that at the Supreme > Court, sanity will carry the day without the option of going to any other > court thereafter. It appeared to me like that's the "the plan" . Then > again, is this wishful thinking on my part. > >> > >> > >> > >> Regards > >> > >> > >> > >> From: kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+bkioko= > bernsoft.com(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke] On Behalf Of David Makali > >> Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 11:40 AM > >> To: bkioko(a)bernsoft.com > >> Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >> > >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > >> > >> > >> > >> The court exceeded its mandate and sowed more confusion: > >> > >> > >> > >> 1. By legitimizing the expectation of the media owners for a license > and proceeding to grant it one uncompetitively. So, why did the const > require vetting of judges who were in office by 2010? They had a legitimate > expectation to continue working into pensionhood, having held their > positions for years. The pt: the constitution erased all preferential > expectations and set a new standard because of grievances over legitimacy > and competence of the status quo. In the case of ICT/ broadcasting, > similar questions lie over the evenness of the ground. The "competitive" > standard in the award of any public resource or positions is to address > such issues. > >> > >> > >> > >> 2. By simply voiding the rights of PANG which had been issued a license > pursuant to a competitive process, however conducted by an "illegal" cck, > and disregarding the injustice and financial consequences of such a > decision. Why uphold the rights of one party and extinguish the rights of > others? The court's Sympathy only seemed to lie on one side for which it > poured out its heart generously, but totally ignored the rights of Pang and > its subscribers. A middle ground position, recognizing the predicament of > the current media investors and a suitable remedy to the injustice it found > committed against them by cck would have sufficed to put the country on a > forward footing. But this? The next Destination seems to be the Supreme > Court, which am afraid is going to be choking soon with many unnecessary > petitions, thanks to the court of appeal's contestable strokes of justice. > Pang, a subscriber, another investors, or even "cofek's" unrecognized > consumers have more than enough ground the way I see it. > >> > >> > >> > >> 3. By failing to admonish the govt for its confused policy (chaotic > really) and confirming how dangerous it is to invest n this country, in ict > particularly, because it has protected investors, and others are secondary > regardless of the processes, which are now routinely reversed. > >> > >> Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ngigi%40at.co.ke > >> > >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > >> > >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > > > > -- > > Regards, > > Waithaka Ngigi > > Chief Executive Officer | Alliance Technologies | MCK Nairobi Synod > Building > > T + 254 (0) 20 2333 471 |Office Mobile: +254 786 28 28 28 | M + 254 737 > 811 000 > > www.at.co.ke > > < > https://ci5.googleusercontent.com/proxy/Klzt0M0J4ArCmV6P9nQpTWHWBBTkFaGwX5_… > > > > >

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Corporatising activism
by ICT Researcher 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

No wonder NGOs are the world's most trusted institution. As governments attack and defund the NGOs that are more critical, mainstream groups are reassuring governments with pragmatic goals, comforting consumers with feel-good labeling and cause marketing, and partnering with corporations. "Corporatized activism is shoring up big business, sustaining capitalist states, and building support for a lightly-reformed status-quo. It threatens no one in power. But it weakens grassroots activism and poses a major threat to those who are struggling to transform the world." http://www.eurozine.com/articles/2014-03-24-lebaron-en.html

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A Poison Pill for Safaricom's QoS woes? Will Collymore blink?
by Ali Hussein 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

The Kenyan Regulator has presented Safaricom with a catch22 situation:- Sort out your QoS issues or we will slap you with punitive fines..and by the way we just might not renew your license! Oh...Also note that for you to be able to sort out your QoS issues you need more frequency than you (or us) currently have. Wait a minute! There might just be a way out of this conundrum! Acquire yumobile assets (which include frequencies). However before we approve your acquisition of these assets which will improve your QoS issues you MUST open up the Safaricom Agent Network. Question: is it the business of the regulator to ask companies to open up their hard earned Agent Networks? Is this akin to the Central Bank asking a dominant bank to allow its branches to be operated jointly by other banks? Or should the regulator focus on interoperability of the technology network? Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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by kagirijane＠yahoo.com 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

Kindly unsubscribe me from the mailing list. Sent from my iPad > On Mar 30, 26 Heisei, at 20:39, 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: Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response > (Ngigi Waithaka) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 30 Mar 2014 20:34:59 +0300 > From: Ngigi Waithaka <ngigi(a)at.co.ke> > To: Bernard Kioko <bkioko(a)bernsoft.com> > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > Message-ID: > <CAMzLdAPErttTwBOVzarLHtdh87FAfh2oykOcpiLwNz-YtJGw1g(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > Guys, > > If an organization by the then name of CCK had done its homework and had > greed not been the overriding factor in issuing the Digital Licenses, we > would not be in the mess that we are in today, where Wanjiku has lost big > time. > > Any smart person @CCK would have foreseen what has happened the moment the > current broadcasters lost the bid for the digital broadcasting license. You > cannot wish away such a large fish swimming in the pool. The smart thing > would be to work with the big fish as you rear other fish and only confront > the big fish once you have other sizeable fish in that pool. > > They say "...The law is an ass..." and I can't think of a more applicable > case than this! > > Way forward: > 1. Issue the local broadcasters the Digital License. This gets them out of > the way > 2. Issue similar Licenses to Signet and that other Chinese firm > 3. Get sober minds at CAK. If we don't do this, we wouldn't have a > regulator to talk about in the next couple of months. > 4. And let the conspicuously absent CS ICT to take charge. There is not a > single *BIG* deal that touches ICT that can go through without hullabaloo! > > Exactly whats is hard in doing this? > > > On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 11:57 AM, Bernard Kioko [Bernsoft Group] < > bkioko(a)bernsoft.com> wrote: > >> David, >> >> >> >> You have summarized it well. >> >> >> >> Perhaps the benefit of what happened yesterday is that at the Supreme >> Court, sanity will carry the day without the option of going to any other >> court thereafter. It appeared to me like that's the "the plan" . Then >> again, is this wishful thinking on my part. >> >> >> >> Regards >> >> >> >> *From:* kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+bkioko= >> bernsoft.com(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke] *On Behalf Of *David Makali >> *Sent:* Saturday, March 29, 2014 11:40 AM >> *To:* bkioko(a)bernsoft.com >> *Cc:* kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> >> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK >> Response >> >> >> >> The court exceeded its mandate and sowed more confusion: >> >> >> >> 1. By legitimizing the expectation of the media owners for a license and >> proceeding to grant it one uncompetitively. So, why did the const require >> vetting of judges who were in office by 2010? They had a legitimate >> expectation to continue working into pensionhood, having held their >> positions for years. The pt: the constitution erased all preferential >> expectations and set a new standard because of grievances over legitimacy >> and competence of the status quo. In the case of ICT/ broadcasting, >> similar questions lie over the evenness of the ground. The "competitive" >> standard in the award of any public resource or positions is to address >> such issues. >> >> >> >> 2. By simply voiding the rights of PANG which had been issued a license >> pursuant to a competitive process, however conducted by an "illegal" cck, >> and disregarding the injustice and financial consequences of such a >> decision. Why uphold the rights of one party and extinguish the rights of >> others? The court's Sympathy only seemed to lie on one side for which it >> poured out its heart generously, but totally ignored the rights of Pang and >> its subscribers. A middle ground position, recognizing the predicament of >> the current media investors and a suitable remedy to the injustice it found >> committed against them by cck would have sufficed to put the country on a >> forward footing. But this? The next Destination seems to be the Supreme >> Court, which am afraid is going to be choking soon with many unnecessary >> petitions, thanks to the court of appeal's contestable strokes of justice. >> Pang, a subscriber, another investors, or even "cofek's" unrecognized >> consumers have more than enough ground the way I see it. >> >> >> >> 3. By failing to admonish the govt for its confused policy (chaotic >> really) and confirming how dangerous it is to invest n this country, in ict >> particularly, because it has protected investors, and others are secondary >> regardless of the processes, which are now routinely reversed. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> This is official mail. If you doubt the content, call back on >> +254722517540. >> >> >> On Mar 29, 2014, at 10:15 AM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> Very interesting Grace. >> >> >> >> Was the court well versed on the whole digital migration process, spectrum >> and the fact that spectrum is a resource that belongs to all Kenyans, and >> not a few organisations? >> >> On Saturday, 29 March 2014, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: >> >> @Kioko, I quoted this sentence because I just didnt believe that a court >> of law can disregard the fact that there are rules to tendering processes. >> Inaonekana mambo ni yale yale! >> >> >> "An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going >> through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations," Mr >> Justice Maraga said. >> ------------------------------ >> >> Date: Sat, 29 Mar 2014 09:26:13 +0300 >> From: dmbuvi(a)gmail.com >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK >> Response >> CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com >> >> The court ruling as reported in the Daily Nation article is quite >> confusing. >> >> First, the court is asking the government to reimburse PANG and StarTimes >> for their licensing fee and investments. How much will this cost the tax >> payer? >> >> Second, the court in supporting its ruling, says media owners have >> invested a lot and they shouldn't lose their investment. The media owners >> will still lose their investment as digital broadcasting is a new >> technology that requires new infrastructure - perhaps the only >> infrastructure that can be reused is the towers. >> >> Third, is the court implying that licenses issued by CCK are >> unconstitutional? >> >> >> >> On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 8:14 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >> >> Listers >> >> >> >> Lets step back and ask a few fundamental questions:- >> >> >> >> 1. How has CAK contravened the constitution in regards to the digital >> migration. >> >> >> >> 2. How does this affect the country in the scheme of things in relation to >> the global move to digital migration. >> >> >> >> 3. How does it benefit the consumer when we continue to perpetuate a >> status quo in the media space where a few big boys muscle out everyone? >> Maybe Consumer Federation can expound on this. >> >> >> >> 4. How can we ensure going forward that the tendering processes are >> air-tight and can withstand frivolous suits. In light of what happened to >> the laptop tender we must ask a fundamental question: >> >> >> >> IS THIS GOVERNMENT SETTING ITSELF UP TO FAIL IN THE OCT SECTOR? >> >> >> >> *Ali Hussein* >> >> >> >> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> >> >> >> Twitter: @AliHKassim >> >> Skype: abu-jomo >> >> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >> >> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> >> >> >> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will >> have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> >> >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> >> On Mar 29, 2014, at 1:53 AM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: >> >> >> >> >> http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Victory-for-Kenyans-as-judges-halt-rush-to-dig… >> >> "An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going >> through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations," Mr >> Justice Maraga said. >> >> >> >> Really? How now? >> ------------------------------ >> >> From: jgmbugua(a)gmail.com >> Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 23:36:37 +0300 >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK >> Response >> CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> Idiocy of the highest order. There is no win here only delay of the >> inevitable and stifling of innovation and investment. >> >> Multichoice is certainly a winner. >> >> >> >> >> ------------------------------ >> >> >> *From: *Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK)< >> >> _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or >> change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ggithaiga%40hotmail.c… Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for >> people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and >> development. 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Re: [kictanet] Appeal Court Decision to anarchic sector
by wgikunju＠gmail.com 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

You're spreading false alarm ICT researcher, the Judges offered remedy for PANG, and directed that the government should comply with the Constitution to legally constitute a 'CCK' with authority to regulate the industry. Please read the judgement in full. --WG -----Original message----- From: ICT Researcher Sent: 30/03/2014, 3:10 pm To: wgikunju(a)gmail.com Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions Subject: [kictanet] Appeal Court Decision to anarchic sector Just watching http://www.citizennews.co.ke/news/2012/local/item/18216-appeal-court-orders… 1. Declared CCK media regulatory role illegal 2. Court cancelled licensed earlier issued to PANG 3. Court awards 3 a license exempted from competitive bidding process 4. Court give license subject to same terms and conditions 5. Court rushes next year's switch off date to September this year Since the court declared CCK illegal, will the same court assume implementation role including migration process? Foreign investors in Kenya have cause to be very worried.

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Appeal Court Decision to anarchic sector
by ICT Researcher 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

Just watching http://www.citizennews.co.ke/news/2012/local/item/18216-appeal-court-orders… 1. Declared CCK media regulatory role illegal 2. Court cancelled licensed earlier issued to PANG 3. Court awards 3 a license exempted from competitive bidding process 4. Court give license subject to same terms and conditions 5. Court rushes next year's switch off date to September this year Since the court declared CCK illegal, will the same court assume implementation role including migration process? Foreign investors in Kenya have cause to be very worried.

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Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response
by wgikunju＠gmail.com 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

Dear all; I have been following the robust debate here since the Court ruling and Cofek's response, and i'm impressed by the quality of arguements put forth. Let me declare my interest, I'm an editor at the NMG, but i speak here in my private capacity. Im also a consumer of television broadcasts. But so are you all kictanetters, you're both interested parties in this matter of digital migration, as well as consumers of TV broadcasts. Unfortunately, i find your take on this matter elitist, completely biased and humanly selfish. You forget that a court of law makes judgement after weighing all interests at stake, and is ultimately guided by the letter of law, and the public interest. The major media houses have not at all been against digital migration. They have only been against the hurried manner in which the process has been pushed through by the CCK, and the less than transparent award of licenses to third parties to the contemptous exemption of the major broadcasters and investors in the industry. Ladies and gentlemen, from you posh houses and offices in upmarket Nairobi estates you forget that KSh5,000 is a fortune for most Kenyan households, which cannot be spent on a set top box while there are other most pressing basic needs. This is a reality that even rich economies like the USA chose not to run away from, and they issued vouchers for digital boxes for those households that couldn't afford them. Their migration had to be postponed severally to ensure no household was left behind. What happened even to the proposal to scrap taxes on these boxes, which could have halved the cost? Have you, kictanetters, in your eagerness to make a quick buck from the new digital world, forgotten that more than half of kenyans live on less than Sh105 ($1.25) per day, yet they also crave for and have a right to watch TV? what the court of appeal found was a CCK bent on bulldozing a critical process, and ruled that on a balance, it would hurt public interest more to continue than to pause, be more consultative and carry everyone on board like the civilised and accomodative society that Kenya is supposed to be. Rgds, --WG -----Original message----- From: Network of non- formal Educational institutions Sent: 30/03/2014, 9:19 am To: wgikunju(a)gmail.com Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response Dear ALL It is very sad indeed. As a major stakeholder, I think the courts did not balance. It looked more on the purported injustice of the major media houses and ignored the broader goal of digital migration. With regards to CCK all government institutions are moving towards complying to the constitution. And CCK will pass over the work and programs they have been implementing to the new body once it is formed in a smooth process that will not destroy the gains so far. What the courts have done is destroying all gains through this. I have a feeling that very many Kenyans and professionals/institutions have very little knowledge on Digital migration. The courts included. CCK should offer a sensitization/ awareness forum on Digital migration to judges. The consumers have lost because what the major media may do is to have all the channels they would think of just as they have done on radio. The consumer will miss diversity in content and programing. How about young and upcoming medai houses. Will they ever have a chance in the meddial of these major houses. Talk of monopoly by the major houses that would always want to keep the status quo Jane On Sunday, March 30, 2014 6:51 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: Bernard Don't bet on it. Unfortunately I'm coming to a sad conclusion regarding the judiciary. In its attempt to show how 'independent' it is we are seeing a move towards an 'activist judiciary' which negates the very reason why we went through such a painful reform process in the judiciary. All I can say now is GOD HELP KENYA. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassimBlog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad On Mar 29, 2014, at 11:57 AM, "Bernard Kioko [Bernsoft Group]" <bkioko(a)bernsoft.com> wrote: David, You have summarized it well. Perhaps the benefit of what happened yesterday is that at the Supreme Court, sanity will carry the day without the option of going to any other court thereafter. It appeared to me like that’s the “the plan” . Then again, is this wishful thinking on my part. Regards From:kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+bkioko=bernsoft.com@lists.kictanet.or.ke] On Behalf Of David Makali Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 11:40 AM To: bkioko(a)bernsoft.com Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response The court exceeded its mandate and sowed more confusion: 1. By legitimizing the expectation of the media owners for a license and proceeding to grant it one uncompetitively. So, why did the const require vetting of judges who were in office by 2010? They had a legitimate expectation to continue working into pensionhood, having held their positions for years. The pt: the constitution erased all preferential expectations and set a new standard because of grievances over legitimacy and competence of the status quo. In the case of ICT/ broadcasting, similar questions lie over the evenness of the ground. The "competitive" standard in the award of any public resource or positions is to address such issues. 2. By simply voiding the rights of PANG which had been issued a license pursuant to a competitive process, however conducted by an "illegal" cck, and disregarding the injustice and financial consequences of such a decision. Why uphold the rights of one party and extinguish the rights of others? The court's Sympathy only seemed to lie on one side for which it poured out its heart generously, but totally ignored the rights of Pang and its subscribers. A middle ground position, recognizing the predicament of the current media investors and a suitable remedy to the injustice it found committed against them by cck would have sufficed to put the country on a forward footing. But this? The next Destination seems to be the Supreme Court, which am afraid is going to be choking soon with many unnecessary petitions, thanks to the court of appeal's contestable strokes of justice. Pang, a subscriber, another investors, or even "cofek's" unrecognized consumers have more than enough ground the way I see it. 3. By failing to admonish the govt for its confused policy (chaotic really) and confirming how dangerous it is to invest n this country, in ict particularly, because it has protected investors, and others are secondary regardless of the processes, which are now routinely reversed. This is official mail. If you doubt the content, call back on +254722517540. On Mar 29, 2014, at 10:15 AM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com> wrote: Very interesting Grace. > >Was the court well versed on the whole digital migration process, spectrum and the fact that spectrum is a resource that belongs to all Kenyans, and not a few organisations? > >On Saturday, 29 March 2014, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: >@Kioko, I quoted this sentence because I just didnt believe that a court of law can disregard the fact that there are rules to tendering processes. Inaonekana mambo ni yale yale! > >“An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations,” Mr Justice Maraga said. > >________________________________ > >Date: Sat, 29 Mar 2014 09:26:13 +0300 >From: dmbuvi(a)gmail.com >Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response >CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > >The court ruling as reported in the Daily Nation article is quite confusing. > >First, the court is asking the government to reimburse PANG and StarTimes for their licensing fee and investments. How much will this cost the tax payer? > >Second, the court in supporting its ruling, says media owners have invested a lot and they shouldn't lose their investment. The media owners will still lose their investment as digital broadcasting is a new technology that requires new infrastructure - perhaps the only infrastructure that can be reused is the towers. > >Third, is the court implying that licenses issued by CCK are unconstitutional? > >On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 8:14 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >Listers > >Lets step back and ask a few fundamental questions:- > >1. How has CAK contravened the constitution in regards to the digital migration. > >2. How does this affect the country in the scheme of things in relation to the global move to digital migration. > >3. How does it benefit the consumer when we continue to perpetuate a status quo in the media space where a few big boys muscle out everyone? Maybe Consumer Federation can expound on this. > >4. How can we ensure going forward that the tendering processes are air-tight and can withstand frivolous suits. In light of what happened to the laptop tender we must ask a fundamental question: > >IS THIS GOVERNMENT SETTING ITSELF UP TO FAIL IN THE OCT SECTOR? > >Ali Hussein > >+254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 > >Twitter: @AliHKassim >Skype: abu-jomo >LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim >Blog: www.alyhussein.com > >"I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > >Sent from my iPad > >On Mar 29, 2014, at 1:53 AM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > >> >> >>http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Victory-for-Kenyans-as-judges-halt-rush-to-dig… >>“An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations,” Mr Justice Maraga said. >> >>Really? How now? >> >>________________________________ >> >>From: jgmbugua(a)gmail.com >>Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 23:36:37 +0300 >>Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response >>CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >>Idiocy of the highest order. There is no win here only delay of the inevitable and stifling of innovation and investment. >> >>Multichoice is certainly a winner. >> >> >> >>________________________________ >> >> >>From: Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK)< >_______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ggithaiga%40hotmail.c… The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > >-- >with Regards: > >blog.denniskioko.com > > _______________________________________________ >kictanet mailing list >kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > >Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/dmakali%40yahoo.com > >The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > >KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. ________________________________ This e-mail and any attachments may contain information that is confidential, legally privileged and protected by law and is intended for the sole use of the named recipient(s). Any unauthorized review, use, or disclosure or distribution is prohibited. Any liability (in negligence or otherwise) arising from any third party acting, or refraining from acting on any information contained in this email is hereby excluded. 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Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response
by wgikunju＠gmail.com 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

Thats true Rad, there will always be an under-priveledged group in society, but can we (government) carry them along to some reasonable distance, make sure we have at least four-fifths of Kenyan households on board, before takeoff? Of what use/impact would digital migration be if we locked out 70% of Kenyans from watchin TV? Have even our policy makers become so elitist (and eager to cut deals with the Chinese) that they forget the importance of inclusion? Surely even making a strong case to the Treasury for scrapping of taxes would have been a reasonable step/effort.., or even mass importation of the most basic digital boxes by government for the very low-income, for sale at cost? I know most on this list are thinking, what is 5k? My friends, its a fortune for most Kenyan households. It would take a sincere effort to raise that amount... The most unfortunate thing is that all details of the shenanigans behind this hurried digital migration and award of licenses, just like the incorrigbly corrupt laptops tender, may never fully come to public light. --WG -----Original message----- From: Rad! Sent: 30/03/2014, 1:26 pm To: wgikunju(a)gmail.com Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response But Mr Wagikunju what you say is absolutely true. But it will still be true whether digital migration is done in 2014 or 2024. On Sun, Mar 30, 2014 at 1:11 PM, wgikunju(a)gmail.com <wgikunju(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Dear all; > I have been following the robust debate here since the Court ruling and > Cofek's response, and i'm impressed by the quality of arguements put forth. > Let me declare my interest, I'm an editor at the NMG, but i speak here in > my private capacity. Im also a consumer of television broadcasts. > But so are you all kictanetters, you're both interested parties in this > matter of digital migration, as well as consumers of TV broadcasts. > Unfortunately, i find your take on this matter elitist, completely biased > and humanly selfish. You forget that a court of law makes judgement after > weighing all interests at stake, and is ultimately guided by the letter of > law, and the public interest. The major media houses have not at all been > against digital migration. They have only been against the hurried manner > in which the process has been pushed through by the CCK, and the less than > transparent award of licenses to third parties to the contemptous exemption > of the major broadcasters and investors in the industry. Ladies and > gentlemen, from you posh houses and offices in upmarket Nairobi estates you > forget that KSh5,000 is a fortune for most Kenyan households, which cannot > be spent on a set top box while there are other most pressing basic needs. > This is a reality that even rich economies like the USA chose not to run > away from, and they issued vouchers for digital boxes for those households > that couldn't afford them. Their migration had to be postponed severally to > ensure no household was left behind. What happened even to the proposal to > scrap taxes on these boxes, which could have halved the cost? Have you, > kictanetters, in your eagerness to make a quick buck from the new digital > world, forgotten that more than half of kenyans live on less than Sh105 > ($1.25) per day, yet they also crave for and have a right to watch TV? > what the court of appeal found was a CCK bent on bulldozing a critical > process, and ruled that on a balance, it would hurt public interest more to > continue than to pause, be more consultative and carry everyone on board > like the civilised and accomodative society that Kenya is supposed to be. > Rgds, > --WG > -----Original message----- > From: Network of non- formal Educational institutions > Sent: 30/03/2014, 9:19 am > To: wgikunju(a)gmail.com > Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > > > Dear ALL > > It is very sad indeed. As a major stakeholder, I think the courts did not > balance. It looked more on the purported injustice of the major media > houses and ignored the broader goal of digital migration. > > With regards to CCK all government institutions are moving towards > complying to the constitution. And CCK will pass over the work and programs > they have been implementing to the new body once it is formed in a smooth > process that will not destroy the gains so far. What the courts have done > is destroying all gains through this. > > I have a feeling that very many Kenyans and professionals/institutions > have very little knowledge on Digital migration. The courts included. CCK > should offer a sensitization/ awareness forum on Digital migration to > judges. > > The consumers have lost because what the major media may do is to have all > the channels they would think of just as they have done on radio. The > consumer will miss diversity in content and programing. > How about young and upcoming medai houses. Will they ever have a chance in > the meddial of these major houses. Talk of monopoly by the major houses > that would always want to keep the status quo > > Jane > > > On Sunday, March 30, 2014 6:51 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: > > Bernard > > Don't bet on it. Unfortunately I'm coming to a sad conclusion regarding > the judiciary. In its attempt to show how 'independent' it is we are seeing > a move towards an 'activist judiciary' which negates the very reason why we > went through such a painful reform process in the judiciary. > > All I can say now is GOD HELP KENYA. > > > > Ali Hussein > > +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > Skype: abu-jomo > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassimBlog: www.alyhussein.com > > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > Sent from my iPad > > On Mar 29, 2014, at 11:57 AM, "Bernard Kioko [Bernsoft Group]" < > bkioko(a)bernsoft.com> wrote: > > > David, > > You have summarized it well. > > Perhaps the benefit of what happened yesterday is that at the Supreme > Court, sanity will carry the day without the option of going to any other > court thereafter. It appeared to me like that's the "the plan" . Then > again, is this wishful thinking on my part. > > Regards > > From:kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+bkioko= > bernsoft.com(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke] On Behalf Of David Makali > Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 11:40 AM > To: bkioko(a)bernsoft.com > Cc: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > > The court exceeded its mandate and sowed more confusion: > > 1. By legitimizing the expectation of the media owners for a license and > proceeding to grant it one uncompetitively. So, why did the const require > vetting of judges who were in office by 2010? They had a legitimate > expectation to continue working into pensionhood, having held their > positions for years. The pt: the constitution erased all preferential > expectations and set a new standard because of grievances over legitimacy > and competence of the status quo. In the case of ICT/ broadcasting, > similar questions lie over the evenness of the ground. The "competitive" > standard in the award of any public resource or positions is to address > such issues. > > 2. By simply voiding the rights of PANG which had been issued a license > pursuant to a competitive process, however conducted by an "illegal" cck, > and disregarding the injustice and financial consequences of such a > decision. Why uphold the rights of one party and extinguish the rights of > others? The court's Sympathy only seemed to lie on one side for which it > poured out its heart generously, but totally ignored the rights of Pang and > its subscribers. A middle ground position, recognizing the predicament of > the current media investors and a suitable remedy to the injustice it found > committed against them by cck would have sufficed to put the country on a > forward footing. But this? The next Destination seems to be the Supreme > Court, which am afraid is going to be choking soon with many unnecessary > petitions, thanks to the court of appeal's contestable strokes of justice. > Pang, a subscriber, another investors, or even "cofek's" unrecognized > consumers have > more than enough ground the way I see it. > > 3. By failing to admonish the govt for its confused policy (chaotic > really) and confirming how dangerous it is to invest n this country, in ict > particularly, because it has protected investors, and others are secondary > regardless of the processes, which are now routinely reversed. > > > > This is official mail. If you doubt the content, call back on > +254722517540. > > On Mar 29, 2014, at 10:15 AM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Very interesting Grace. > > > >Was the court well versed on the whole digital migration process, > spectrum and the fact that spectrum is a resource that belongs to all > Kenyans, and not a few organisations? > > > >On Saturday, 29 March 2014, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > >@Kioko, I quoted this sentence because I just didnt believe that a court > of law can disregard the fact that there are rules to tendering processes. > Inaonekana mambo ni yale yale! > > > >"An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going > through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations," Mr > Justice Maraga said. > > > >________________________________ > > > >Date: Sat, 29 Mar 2014 09:26:13 +0300 > >From: dmbuvi(a)gmail.com > >Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > >CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > > > >The court ruling as reported in the Daily Nation article is quite > confusing. > > > >First, the court is asking the government to reimburse PANG and StarTimes > for their licensing fee and investments. How much will this cost the tax > payer? > > > >Second, the court in supporting its ruling, says media owners have > invested a lot and they shouldn't lose their investment. The media owners > will still lose their investment as digital broadcasting is a new > technology that requires new infrastructure - perhaps the only > infrastructure that can be reused is the towers. > > > >Third, is the court implying that licenses issued by CCK are > unconstitutional? > > > >On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 8:14 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: > >Listers > > > >Lets step back and ask a few fundamental questions:- > > > >1. How has CAK contravened the constitution in regards to the digital > migration. > > > >2. How does this affect the country in the scheme of things in relation > to the global move to digital migration. > > > >3. How does it benefit the consumer when we continue to perpetuate a > status quo in the media space where a few big boys muscle out everyone? > Maybe Consumer Federation can expound on this. > > > >4. How can we ensure going forward that the tendering processes are > air-tight and can withstand frivolous suits. In light of what happened to > the laptop tender we must ask a fundamental question: > > > >IS THIS GOVERNMENT SETTING ITSELF UP TO FAIL IN THE OCT SECTOR? > > > >Ali Hussein > > > >+254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > > >Twitter: @AliHKassim > >Skype: abu-jomo > >LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim > >Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > > >"I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > > >Sent from my iPad > > > >On Mar 29, 2014, at 1:53 AM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> > wrote: > > > >> > >> > >> > http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Victory-for-Kenyans-as-judges-halt-rush-to-dig… > >>"An independent body should therefore give them a licence without going > through the tender process provided they comply with the regulations," Mr > Justice Maraga said. > >> > >>Really? How now? > >> > >>________________________________ > >> > >>From: jgmbugua(a)gmail.com > >>Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 23:36:37 +0300 > >>Subject: Re: [kictanet] Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK > Response > >>CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >>To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >>Idiocy of the highest order. 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Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK
by Gideon 30 Mar '14

30 Mar '14

+1 Harry, My thoughts on this matter have been that the earlier we migrate the better for everybody, that then we shall be able to learn from the challenges that come from the digital switch, am not sure exactly the reasons behind the continued postponement given that the global deadline for the switch is very close. Gideon Rop DotConnectAfrica. Like many in the list, I appear lost on what the federation considers to be > a "win" for consumers. I haven't got a chance to read the ruling as > delivered by the court and therefore using the snippets you provided in > your post as context. > > As a consumer in my own right, I feel this ruling has robbed me the right > to consume content how I want it, when I want it and where I want it read > Choice. As an industry player, the ruling is to say the least misguided, > unconstitutional and out of touch with industry trends and international > obligations. > > So can you be kind enough to explain to us how the consumer has won in > this case. Or did you confuse the consumer with COFEK and/or together with > its partners the media owners? At this point I am completely confused who > COFEK actually represents. > > With Kind Regards > Harry > > > On Mar 28, 2014, at 6:47 PM, "Consumers Federation of Kenya $COFEK$" < > hotline(a)cofek.co.ke> wrote: > > > > Dear All, > > > > This afternoon's ruling by the Court of Appeal is certainly a major win > for the consumers, operators and other stakeholders on the broadcast media. > Indeed the consumer movement is emboldened and we hope other sectors shall > take their lesson. > > > > It vindicates our long held view that in its' current form, the CCK (and > now CAK) is not the regulator envisaged under Article 34(3) of the > Constitution. We are grateful that the Media Owners Association have pushed > and won the fight we began in December 2012 to make the transition to > digital broadcasting fair and independent to all stakeholders. > > > > We expect that the nullified Broadcast Signal Distribution license to > PANG will have immediate consequences on Star Times and that the BSD to > media owners will be fast-tracked. It will be futile for the Government to > appeal the ruling at the Supreme Court. > > > > In light of such embarrassment to Government, it is only fair that the > ICT Secretary resigns from office and that the regulator rescinds all major > decisions it has made as the effect of the ruling has the potential to > reverse all decisions made by the CCK since August 27, 2010 when the > current Constitution was promulgated. Thank you. > > > > Japheth Ogutu, FOR: Secretary General, The Consumers Federation of Kenya > (Cofek) > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/harry%40africanedevel… > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >

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Digital Migration Appeal Court Ruling: COFEK Response
by Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) 29 Mar '14

29 Mar '14

Dear All, This afternoon's ruling by the Court of Appeal is certainly a major win for the consumers, operators and other stakeholders on the broadcast media. Indeed the consumer movement is emboldened and we hope other sectors shall take their lesson. It vindicates our long held view that in its' current form, the CCK (and now CAK) is not the regulator envisaged under Article 34(3) of the Constitution. We are grateful that the Media Owners Association have pushed and won the fight we began in December 2012 to make the transition to digital broadcasting fair and independent to all stakeholders. We expect that the nullified Broadcast Signal Distribution license to PANG will have immediate consequences on Star Times and that the BSD to media owners will be fast-tracked. It will be futile for the Government to appeal the ruling at the Supreme Court. In light of such embarrassment to Government, it is only fair that the ICT Secretary resigns from office and that the regulator rescinds all major decisions it has made as the effect of the ruling has the potential to reverse all decisions made by the CCK since August 27, 2010 when the current Constitution was promulgated. Thank you. Japheth Ogutu, FOR: Secretary General, The Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek)

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Telcoms face dramatic changes as CCK approves yuMobile takeover
by Grace Githaiga 29 Mar '14

29 Mar '14

Kenya’s telecommunication landscape is set for a dramatic shift following the regulator’s approval of a plan by Airtel and Safaricom to acquire their rival yuMobile. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Telcoms-face-dramatic-changes-as-CCK-appro…

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Proposed Kictanet’s input into Kenya’s Draft Cyber Security Strategy
by Grace Githaiga 29 Mar '14

29 Mar '14

Dear Listers On March 14, the GOK through the ICT Authority released a 13 page draft Cyber Security Strategy (http://www.scribd.com/doc/212456939/GOK-National-Cybersecurity-Strategy) We had considered conducting an online discussion on the draft as is usually the tradition, but this has not been possible. I therefore requested Victor Kapiyo to give us some initial thoughts that can we can build on, and which will form part of our submission. The deadline for submission is this coming Friday, March 28. We propose to send the comments by Thursday March 27, 2013. I wish to kindly request you to add/ subtract/amend by Thursday 1.00 pm (March 27, 2013). General Comments The strategy appears to be generic. It lacks specifics and glosses over several key issues: · It lacks a detailed discussion of the current context - current statistics of internet usage, threats to the internet, key bodies, resolutions, policies, directives, key public concerns, challenges facing the country, current legal and policy framework for ICT etc. · Lacks clear justification for the strategy. · Fails to identify the key players/stakeholders/institutions in governmet, private sector, civil society – and their roles and responsibilities in addressing CS issues, how they will be involved and their coordination mechanisms. · Does not provide reasons or demonstrate how and why the prioritized goals were arrived at/chosen. · The actions under the goals are few and not SMART. · It fails to discuss the current legal and policy framework to address CS on which it should be anchored. Proposals/ Recommendations The strategy should clearly articulate what the government intends to do, viz: · Enhance protection and promotion of fundamental rights and freedoms in the Bill of Rights in particular on expression, media, participation, personal data and privacy, · Promote the national values under article. 10 of the constitution – rule of law, democracy, participation, good governance etc. · Improve preparedness, rapid response and capabilities to respond - CERTs · Improve cooperation with, clarify obligations, and manage roles and responsibilities of operators of critical infrastructure and key providers of on-line services, such as e-commerce platforms, Internet payment gateways, social networks, search engines, cloud computing services, app stores. · Improve transparency and accountability in the management of the net and CS · Address public concerns over censorship / mass surveillance in a post-snowden era · Improve information sharing and cooperation - how should the info flow, which routes? · Improve the reporting and publicity of cyber-security incidents to the relevant authorities · Promote openness of the internet, GoK commitments under open government. · Regulate - who is currently covered/who is responsible? · Improve international cooperation and engagement with international instruments - EAC treaties, Budapest convention. · Set standards and common minimum requirements for government bodies and market, · Maintain the reliability and interoperability of the Internet, · Promote research, innovation and development in CS, · Improve governance of the internet, · Promote access to the internet, · Promote CS through strategic procurement, · Improve the policy and legal framework on CS, · Mainstream CS into national security agenda, · Improve coordination of CS initiatives, and · Facilitate training of law enforcement, judicial and technical personnel to address cyber threats.

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Key Changes in the ICT Sector laws (Kenya communications amendment act 2009)
by Mwendwa Kivuva 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

On Today's Daily Nation news paper, Page 29. CCK has the advert on the changes that came to effect last year on ICT laws. It seems the Dominant telecommunications service provides has been redefined. Competition: On determination of a dominant telecommunications service provider, the threshold has been amended from 25% of the entire telecommunications market to 50% of the relevant gross market segment. The law also gives the Authority some latitude to determine other relevant considerations. ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Re: [kictanet] ] Digital Migration
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

Dear All Anyone with the updates on the digital migration case? Jane ---------- Sent from my Nokia phone ------Original message------ From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> To: "Jane Muriuki" <nnfeischools(a)yahoo.com> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 8:25:53 AM GMT+0300 Subject: [kictanet] Orange and yu exit: Market Failure or Creative Destruction (Capitalism Style)? Listers Jaindi Kisero's article on the imminent departure (demise?) of two telcos in Kenya make compelling reading. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/Opinion/mobile-phone-firm-pullout-market-failu… The article basically explores the possibility that market failure is what we are experiencing in Kenya. According to Wikipedia Market Failure is a concept within economic theory describing when the allocation of goods and services by a free market is not efficient. That is, there exists another conceivable outcome where a market participant may be made better-off without making someone else worse-off. (The outcome is not Pareto optimal.) Market failures can be viewed as scenarios where individuals' pursuit of pure self-interest leads to results that are not efficient – that can be improved upon from the societal point-of-view.[1][2] The first known use of the term by economists was in 1958,[3] but the concept has been traced back to the Victorian philosopher Henry Sidgwick.[4] Market failures are often associated with time-inconsistent preferences,[5] information asymmetries,[6] non-competitive markets,principal–agent problems, externalities,[7] or public goods.[8] The existence of a market failure is often the reason for government intervention in a particular market.[9][10] Economists, especially microeconomists, are often concerned with the causes of market failure and possible means of correction.[11] Such analysis plays an important role in many types of public policy decisions and studies. However, some types of government policy interventions, such as taxes, subsidies, bailouts, wage and price controls, and regulations, including attempts to correct market failure, may also lead to an inefficient allocation of resources, sometimes called government failure.[12] Thus, there is sometimes a choice between imperfect outcomes, i.e. imperfect market outcomes with or without government interventions. But either way, if a market failure exists the outcome is not Pareto efficient. Mainstream neoclassical and Keynesian economists believe that it may be possible for a government to improve the inefficient market outcome, while several heterodox schools of thought disagree with this.[13] While Creative Destruction alludes to free-market economics as a description of processes such as downsizing in order to increase the efficiency and dynamism of a company or economy. The case of Orange and yu in my humble opinion is the stuff of Business School studies at Strathmore and others for years to come. The questions that the country now needs to ask include:- 1. How will the demise of two major multinationals in Kenya going to affect the country's FDI outlook? Kenya is quickly gaining a reputation as a graveyard for MNCs who come here without appreciating the GLOCAL Principle. 2. What are the market dynamics that are going to be unleashed by a a defacto duopoly that now exists? 3. What impact will it have going forward on the attractiveness of Kenya as a destination for tech giants and Startups alike? 4. Is the regulatory environment being optimally executed to protect both investors and consumers alike? 5. Lastly - the more things change the more they remain the same? Seriously The way this is going I won't be surprised if Airtel also throws in the towel seeing as they haven't turned a profit since their entry into the country. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/nnfeischools%40yahoo.… The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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Aligning government agencies and funds for effective output in Kenya's ICT space
by Mbugua Njihia 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

There is no time like the present to put in the effort that will tip the scales and see wide scale adoption both locally and across the region of home grown technology based solutions. I have spoken widely about the role of intellectual property protection and that of government as a consumer of services, but have been challenged to give actionable steps that could possibly deliver the possibilities. Using the analogy of elephant hunting versus ant stomping, I would simply align the mandates of key government agencies and streamline their activities as the shortest route to ROI is best. - http://www.mbuguanjihia.com/business/aligning-government-agencies-funds-eff…

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Net Neutrality is like puppies - you can only say you love them
by Ali Hussein 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

Listers Mr. Luigi Gambardella, the Executive Chairman of ETNO, Europe's TESPOK, shared his disdain for Net Neutrality with this diatribe below. What has net neutrality to do with puppies? More than you would imagine. Recently, while exchanging views with an acute and well-informed observer of European politics, I was told: "I share most of the telecom industry's concerns on how the debate is evolving, but net neutrality is like puppies. You can only say that you love them." Read on:- http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB1000142405270230372540457946128195805… This is the organization that was basically behind the Africa Position at WCIT12 which was the position that was taken by the team at the then CCK. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Re: [kictanet] [ISOC_KE] Fwd: Who should Pay for Netflix? - For and Against Neutrality
by McTim 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

FYI, Luigi represents European incumbent telcos as Chair of ETNO : European Telecommunications Network Operators. He was the proponent of the "sender pays" model during the run up to WCIT. In other words, the Internet should be like the telephone billing system. His "free lunch" idea disregards the fact that you already pay for Internet access AND the fact that Netflix already pays for their access. Acknowledging the fact that fiber needs to be deployed to consumer is perhaps the first step in reaching agreement. Fiber deployment would certainly be in the public interest and is necessary in building the information Society. Google (and now others) can make profits at gigabit speeds. Luigi clearly doesn't want this as it would eat into his members profit margins (97% in the USA, probably similar in the EU): http://www.technologyreview.com/news/514176/google-fibers-ripple-effect/ In general, there is plenty that the dominant Internet providers can do to provide better deals without much effort, she says. Cable companies like Time Warner Cable and Comcast have the technical capacity to speed up service, and also plenty of room to lower prices, given the estimate from one analyst--Craig Moffet of the Wall Street firm Bernstein Research--that they typically make 97 percent profit margins on Internet services. -- Cheers, McTim "A name indicates what we seek. An address indicates where it is. A route indicates how we get there." Jon Postel On Sat, Mar 22, 2014 at 11:17 PM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)3mice.com> wrote: > Listers > > Apologies for cross posting. > > I find the blog by Reed Hastings pretty interesting especially after his > recent deal with Comcast. > > *Ali Hussein* > > +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > Twitter: @AliHKassim > > Skype: abu-jomo > > LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> > > Blog: www.alyhussein.com > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > > *From:* "Luigi Gambardella" <luigi.gambardella(a)gmail.com> > *Date:* March 22, 2014 at 7:53:10 PM GMT+3 > *To:* "ali(a)3mice.com" <ali(a)3mice.com> > *Subject:* *Who should Pay for Netflix?* > *Reply-To:* luigi.gambardella(a)gmail.com > > > <http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/rnl.aspx/?khc=stztw1a9ij=uxci&=u_w/5c6-:=6b-&x=pp&…> > > <http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/rnl.aspx/?khc=stztw1a9ij=uxci&=u_w/5c6-:=6b-&x=pp&…> Se > non legge correttamente questo messaggio, cliccare qui<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/rnl.aspx/?khc=stztw1a9ij=uxci&=u_w/5c6-:=6b-&x=pp&…> > > *Who should Pay for Netflix? * > > Dear friends, > > I'd like to share with you a great blog post by Jim Cicconi, in response > to Reed Hasting's recent blog. > > I share the view that there is a fundamental misunderstanding in the net > neutrality debate. While sharing the principle of Open Internet, we cannot > accept an interpretation of this principle as "free Internet, free lunch". > > I believe that also in Europe we should avoid implementing any measure > going against innovation, better services and that at the end would > restrict the freedom of the users. > > Luigi Gambardella > > > > *Who should Pay for Netflix? * > > *Posted by: Jim Cicconi > <http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/tr.aspx/?&x=pv&8Ud0h=ro_yvx&x=pv&9c:=z_vxkha=8jjey…> > on March 21, 2014 at 4:08 pm* > > I saw Reed Hasting's blog<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/tr.aspx/?&x=pv&8Ud0h=ro_yvx&x=pv&9c:=z_vxkha=8jjey…> > < > http://blog.netflix.com/2014/03/internet-tolls-and-case-for-strong-net.html<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/tr.aspx/?&x=pv&8Ud0h=ro_yvx&x=pv&9c:=z_vxkha=8jjey…>> > yesterday from Netflix asserting in rather dramatic fashion (with > diagrams) that ISPs should build facilities (he said provide, but those > facilities have to be built) to accept all of Netflix's content - indeed > all of the content on the Internet - without charge. Failure to do so, > according to Mr. Hastings, was a violation of "strong net neutrality rules" > and bad public policy. I thought it might be helpful to unpack those > assertions so we could get right down to the core of Netflix's rather > radical proposition -- that people who don't subscribe to Netflix should > nonetheless pay for Netflix. Here are some undisputed facts upon which > everyone should agree. > > First, let's all accept the fact that the advent of streaming video is > driving bandwidth consumption by consumers to record levels. Increased > bandwidth consumption and faster broadband networks like our Gigapower<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/tr.aspx/?&x=pv&8Ud0h=ro_yvx&x=pv&9c:=z_vxkha=8jjey…>service in Austin, Texas (and soon Dallas) are requiring all service > providers to drive more fiber into their networks to create the capacity > necessary to deliver those services to consumers, whether the service > providers are delivering a wireless or a wireline product. This phenomenon > was at the heart of our Project VIP<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/tr.aspx/?&x=pv&8Ud0h=ro_yvx&x=pv&9c:=z_vxkha=8jjey…>investment announcement in November 2012 and it is true of companies like > Cogent, Level 3 and CDNs like Netflix as well. > > Second, we should accept that companies must build additional capacity to > handle this traffic. If Netflix was delivering, for example, 10 Terabytes > of data in 2012 and increased demand causes them to deliver 20 Terabytes of > data in 2013, they will have to build, or hire someone to build, the > capacity necessary to handle that increased volume of traffic. That > increase in traffic from Netflix is, by the way, not only the result of a > likely increase in online viewing by existing subscribers, but also due to > an increase in Netflix's customer base (it announced a 33% increase in > subscribers from 2012 to 2013 - good for Netflix). > > Third, if Netflix is delivering that increased volume of traffic to, say, > AT&T, we should accept the fact that AT&T must be ready to build additional > ports and transport capacity to accept the new volume of capacity as a > consequence of Netflix's good business fortune. And I think we can all > accept the fact that business service costs are ultimately borne by > consumers. > > Mr. Hastings blog post then really comes down to which consumers should > pay for the additional bandwidth being delivered to Netflix's customers. > In the current structure, the increased cost of building that capacity is > ultimately borne by Netflix subscribers. It is a cost of doing business > that gets incorporated into Netflix's subscription rate. In Netflix's > view, that's unfair. In its view, those additional costs, caused by > Netflix's increasing subscriber counts and service usage, should be borne > by all broadband subscribers - not just those who sign up for and use > Netflix service. > > When Netflix delivered its movies by mail, the cost of delivery was > included in the price their customer paid. It would've been neither right > nor legal for Netflix to demand a customer's neighbors pay the cost of > delivering his movie. Yet that's effectively what Mr. Hastings is > demanding here, and in rather self-righteous fashion. Netflix may now be > using an Internet connection instead of the Postal Service, but the same > principle applies. If there's a cost of delivering Mr. Hastings's movies > at the quality level he desires - and there is - then it should be borne by > Netflix and recovered in the price of its service. That's how every other > form of commerce works in our country. It's simply not fair for Mr. > Hastings to demand that ISPs provide him with zero delivery costs - at the > high quality he demands - for free. Nor is it fair that other Internet > users, who couldn't care less about Netflix, be forced to subsidize the > high costs and stresses its service places on all broadband networks. > > As we all know, there is no free lunch, and there's also no cost-free > delivery of streaming movies. Someone has to pay that cost. Mr. Hastings' > arrogant proposition is that everyone else should pay but Netflix. That > may be a nice deal if he can get it. But it's not how the Internet, or > telecommunication for that matter, has ever worked. > > http://www.attpublicpolicy.com/ > > * Per cancellarsi cliccare qui | Unsubscribe*<http://feaf.espsrv.com/f/oou.aspx/?&x=pv&8=nt_xr1&x=pv&8:&x=pv&ii=q1&x=pv&8…> > > > [image: MailUp] <http://feaf.espsrv.com/r> Email inviata con MailUp<http://feaf.espsrv.com/r> > <http://feaf.espsrv.com/r> Con MailUp la cancellazione e' sicura<http://feaf.espsrv.com/p> > > > _______________________________________________ > isoc mailing list > isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke > http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc > >

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Safaricom now abandons plan to purchase yuMobile
by Grace Githaiga 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

Safaricom has pulled out of a deal in which it was to acquire the core assets of Essar-owned yuMobile citing delays in getting approvals from the industry regulator. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Safaricom-now-abandons-plan-to-purchase-yu…

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] Please save the date May 5-6, 2014 in Cotonou (Benin Republic) - Dates à retenir 5-6 mai 2014 à Cotonou (République du Benin).
by Bob Omondi 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

Dear Listers, Just in case you missed this announcement for the ICANN event planned for May 5-6. Regards Bob. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 1:04 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Please save the date May 5-6, 2014 in Cotonou (Benin Republic) - Dates à retenir 5-6 mai 2014 à Cotonou (République du Benin). To: AfrICANN list <africann(a)afrinic.net> Dear all, (Français plus bas) A workshop on Domain Names, Trademark and Rights Protection in Africa is scheduled for *May 5-6, 2014 in Cotonou (Benin Republic)*. Participation is open to: Registrars; Registries ; ccTLD registries; UDRP specialists; TMCH Experts; Representatives from global, regional and national Intellectual property right protection agencies; Registrants and end users; African business sector representatives ; Chambers of commerce representatives. Registration and other information will be provided Soon. Thanks === Bonjour à tous Un atelier sur "Les Noms de Domaine, les Marques Déposées, et la Protection des Droits en Afrique est prévu pour *les 5-6 mai, 2014 à Cotonou (République du Benin*). La participation est ouverte aux Registraires; Registres; Registres ccTLD; Spécialistes de UDRP; Experts TMCH; Représentants d'agences de propriété intellectuelle et de protection de droit au niveau national ,régional et mondial; Les propriétaires de noms de domaines et les utilisateurs finaux; Représentants du secteur des affaires en Afrique,; Représentants de Chambres de commerce. Des informations complémentaires vous parviendront incessamment. Merci - Yaovi Atohoun Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager - Africa ICANN - www.icann.org Mobile : +229 66015649 / 97891228 Skype : yaovi.atohoun.icann _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Signing ceremony for DotAfrica Domain
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 Hi Everyone, Apologies for cross posting. FYI the signing ceremnony for the dotAfrica has just taken place an hour ago. You can have a look at some of the pictures here https://twitter.com/ekenyanito/status/448775676674703360 - -- Regards, Ephraim Percy Kenyanito. Author| Researcher| Humanitarian| Cellular: (+254)-786-19-19-30/ (+254)-751-804-120 Skype: ekenyanito Website:http://about.me/ekenyanito Twitter: https://twitter.com/ekenyanito -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v2.0.22 (MingW32) Comment: Using GnuPG with Thunderbird - http://www.enigmail.net/ iQIcBAEBAgAGBQJTMtIKAAoJEAz+0m3muo3ByX4P/Aw75SwGKuhVj8JwKEtRD8Z1 yr3EB+MIz3B2/3LrmMWPGjRNDICRA8MGXSYS7JQrEmTdwZgpXEcIKKaWq/UVxELi lDC5LqbK18ZOXl+MFLvuVV++TZ5ihpW0+FqR1fZHQqgLFFkW78DJM4aCEcwBc7RA u+SGNSPI0WD3Jfrcj4iduTW2tnViR89R0S7+jE4JHANrO12TyQbghaYDanVjihTv LtiEYMgamIBDkDE+NDIjCWuX7uT5MzioGSsXoZzgO2+P4Q5FNGVcUuhEm++nQJUM RNsceeASJL9HkYmCg4ral8ek7xXthpUlewTzikKwn7ee2WqPUrah/2mrNkp/tOJX NTJtquvVejVhFoZGdHfV61+ps3S4prs5IU5B3n4nW0L4SEinPDbnxMgMnP4VJvGQ uLXSLVwi5am2HQw0y25T9e8i3XIN59zkJQT1AbxgcvQq9EsvUd5BI69TSlg897/C G9HwYDetTwv91PhV6BvrB/X6OxC3m9KUJ/JCCnY9HHwsjNQSnEmx0hg/Ngcx52Rf igj63d2tpkTFZ21w8oqRFIkRftcmhZGHfVDa+/szl8lJUExVfnxw3mwlMovhnKBU +UEWNwvvsU5nwCGg36s8tSEsiJcJgQ/oMqQZowXPTe1Q3WqLWVmTSWpCKdNd6W8h ev7Unp/AgTmb+O0b5u8p =nAFR -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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Idlelo6 remote participation
by John Matogo -SU 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

Dear colleagues. You can follow the Idlelo6 conference online on YouTube. Search for the Idlelo channel on youtube. You can also follow the ongoings on twitter using the tag #idlelo6 Regards. Sent from Samsung tablet -------- Original message -------- From: Philip Adar <philip.adar(a)gmail.com> Date: 03/26/2014 10:31 AM (GMT+03:00) To: jmatogo(a)strathmore.edu Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Orange and yu exit: Market Failure or Creative Destruction (Capitalism Style)? +1, yes "innovative" will be the solution... On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 10:14 AM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com> wrote: A similar problem arose in the US, but the regulator refused to let AT&T (the leading operator) buy off T-Mobile(the fourth operator). What happened is that T-Mobile got a bit more creative in its offers (http://www.nytimes.com/2014/02/27/technology/personaltech/t-mobile-turns-an…) . I also think that Kenya is suffering from the same, especially seeing that we import the C level suite of most telcos to bring in "experienced people." Perhaps, telcos need more of innovative people and less of experienced people - there isn't that much to lose anyway, or is there? On Wednesday, 26 March 2014, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: Listers Jaindi Kisero's article on the imminent departure (demise?) of two telcos in Kenya make compelling reading. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/Opinion/mobile-phone-firm-pullout-market-failu… The article basically explores the possibility that market failure is what we are experiencing in Kenya. According to Wikipedia Market Failure is a concept within economic theory describing when the allocation of goods and services by a free market is not efficient. That is, there exists another conceivable outcome where a market participant may be made better-off without making someone else worse-off. (The outcome is not Pareto optimal.) Market failures can be viewed as scenarios where individuals' pursuit of pure self-interest leads to results that are not efficient – that can be improved upon from the societal point-of-view.[1][2] The first known use of the term by economists was in 1958,[3] but the concept has been traced back to the Victorian philosopher Henry Sidgwick.[4] Market failures are often associated with time-inconsistent preferences,[5] information asymmetries,[6] non-competitive markets,principal–agent problems, externalities,[7] or public goods.[8] The existence of a market failure is often the reason for government intervention in a particular market.[9][10] Economists, especially microeconomists, are often concerned with the causes of market failure and possible means of correction.[11] Such analysis plays an important role in many types of public policy decisions and studies. However, some types of government policy interventions, such as taxes, subsidies, bailouts, wage and price controls, and regulations, including attempts to correct market failure, may also lead to an inefficient allocation of resources, sometimes called government failure.[12] Thus, there is sometimes a choice between imperfect outcomes, i.e. imperfect market outcomes with or without government interventions. But either way, if a market failure exists the outcome is not Pareto efficient. Mainstream neoclassical and Keynesian economists believe that it may be possible for a government to improve the inefficient market outcome, while several heterodox schools of thought disagree with this.[13] While Creative Destruction alludes to free-market economics as a description of processes such as downsizing in order to increase the efficiency and dynamism of a company or economy. The case of Orange and yu in my humble opinion is the stuff of Business School studies at Strathmore and others for years to come. The questions that the country now needs to ask include:- 1. How will the demise of two major multinationals in Kenya going to affect the country's FDI outlook? Kenya is quickly gaining a reputation as a graveyard for MNCs who come here without appreciating the GLOCAL Principle. 2. What are the market dynamics that are going to be unleashed by a a defacto duopoly that now exists? 3. What impact will it have going forward on the attractiveness of Kenya as a destination for tech giants and Startups alike? 4. Is the regulatory environment being optimally executed to protect both investors and consumers alike? 5. Lastly - the more things change the more they remain the same? Seriously. The way this is going I won't be surprised if Airtel also throws in the towel seeing as they haven't turned a profit since their entry into the country. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/philip.adar%40gmail.c… The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. -- Regards Philip Adar -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore’s Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Orange to exit, CS to yank the NOFBI contract from orange
by Ali Hussein 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

It's now clear that Orange will be exiting the East African market by end of the year. In an apparent related development the CS has given Orange notice that the Government intends to cancel the NOFBI contract. This is as it should be. The Government is making the right move yanking this out of a partner who unfortunately through either ineptitude or inability to read the market or both has turned one of Kenya's Crown Jewels into so much confetti.. I'm curious though what next for NOFBI? Will it be collapsed into the new proposed PPP for infrastructure? I'm sure the industry will be following this with interest. http://mobile.nation.co.ke/news/Orange-exit-set-to-rock-telcom-market/-/195… Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Fwd: Announcement: Open Call for Proposals for RV Microgrants 2014
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Apologies for cross posting but I am not sure if you've sen this before, at Global Voices we have a project for Microgrants which might be of interest to some of you. Regards, Ephraim Percy Kenyanito. *Author| Researcher|* *Website:*http://about.me/ekenyanito *Twitter:* https://twitter.com/ekenyanito ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Rising Voices <rising(a)globalvoicesonline.org> Date: 13 March 2014 05:10 Subject: Announcement: Open Call for Proposals for RV Microgrants 2014 To: ekenyanito(a)gmail.com *A project of Global Voices Online <http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc1…>, Rising Voices aims to extend the benefits and reach of citizen media by connecting online media activists around the world and supporting their best ideas.* Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser<http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=9307106bf78cc186e924ad999&id=8e2b8e8c39…>. <http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…> *Announcing the 2014 Rising Voices Microgrant Competition* *Do you have an idea for a project to help your local community use citizen media to tell their story? Do you need funding and support for it to become a reality? Do you want to be part of a network that helps bridge the digital participation gap worldwide? * If you answer "yes" to all three questions, then we invite you to take part in the 2014 Rising Voices Microgrant Competition, which awards small grants up to USD $2,500 for innovative citizen media outreach projects. For more information on our competition, please read our announcement blog post<http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…>or visit the 2014 RV Microgrant Platform<http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc1…> . Deadline to apply is *Wednesday, April 9, 2014.* Good luck! follow on Twitter<http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…>| friend on Facebook<http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…>| forward to a friend<http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=9307106bf78cc186e924ad999&id=8e2…> *2013, Stichting Global Voices. All content Creative Commons Attribution 3.0. Read our Attribution Policy <http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc1…>.* Thanks for signing up to receive the Rising Voices newsletter. You can opt-out at any time by clicking the 'unsubscribe' button. *Read more about us and the projects we do on our website <http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…>.* <http://globalvoicesonline.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9307106bf78cc18…>

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by Kariba Moko 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

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Meeting calls for unlimited Internet access
by Grace Githaiga 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Control of the Internet should be handed from US supervision to a diverse group of stakeholders and not to governments that could limit freedom, a meeting on the web’s future heard on Monday. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Meeting-calls-for-unlimited--Internet-acce…

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Microsoft Expects to Close Nokia Deal by End of April
by S.M. Muraya 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Note how Asian powers deal with (that is tame) Western multinationals in their societies. http://m.windowsitpro.com/paul-thurrotts-wininfo/microsoft-expects-close-no… Microsoft Expects to Close Nokia Deal by End of April ....Smith didn't specify which regulatory authorities are holding out on the approval, but China is chief among them. In response to worries from Samsung and Google, the country has agreed to more closely analyze the deal, and perhaps ask for concessions or at least promises on Windows Phone licensing costs. China is the biggest smartphone market in the world, so getting approval there is clearly a priority for both Microsoft and Nokia. India is also proving problematic: That country hit Nokia with a $414 million tax bill and a $571 million guarantee that must be paid before the firm can transfer ownership of a factory in that country to Microsoft....

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ICANN Breakfast Meeting, March 31, Nairobi.
by Bob Omondi 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

Dear Listers, I would like to invite you to a breakfast briefing organized by ICANN that will take place in *Nairobi on March 31, 2014*. The meeting will take place between *7.00 am - 10.00 am* at a venue to be announced later in the week As you may be aware, in August 2012 ICANN announced a new approach to Africa. http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-01aug12-en.htm The Africa Strategy document was developed by an African working group through a large consultation with the community. It is almost 2 years since the implementation of the strategy commenced. Many other important developments have happened within ICANN and the Internet ecosystem as a whole. We will take this opportunity to update you on progress so far as well as listen to your views, ideas and queries as we seek to work with you even more closely going forward. The ICANN VP - Stakeholder Engagement for Africa, Mr. Pierre Dandjinou will be in attendance. Kindly let me know if you are planning to attend *by way of emai*l for planning purposes. Thank you and I look forward to your attendance and participation. Regards Bob Ochieng ICANN

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Fwd: Who should Pay for Netflix?
by Ali Hussein 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

Listers Apologies for cross posting. I find the blog by Reed Hastings pretty interesting especially after his recent deal with Comcast. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: "Luigi Gambardella" <luigi.gambardella(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 22, 2014 at 7:53:10 PM GMT+3 > To: "ali(a)3mice.com" <ali(a)3mice.com> > Subject: Who should Pay for Netflix? > Reply-To: luigi.gambardella(a)gmail.com > > Se non legge correttamente questo messaggio, cliccare qui > > Who should Pay for Netflix? > > Dear friends, > > I’d like to share with you a great blog post by Jim Cicconi, in response to Reed Hasting’s recent blog. > > I share the view that there is a fundamental misunderstanding in the net neutrality debate. While sharing the principle of Open Internet, we cannot accept an interpretation of this principle as “free Internet, free lunch”. > > I believe that also in Europe we should avoid implementing any measure going against innovation, better services and that at the end would restrict the freedom of the users. > > Luigi Gambardella > > > > Who should Pay for Netflix? > > > Posted by: Jim Cicconi on March 21, 2014 at 4:08 pm > > > I saw Reed Hasting’s blog <http://blog.netflix.com/2014/03/internet-tolls-and-case-for-strong-net.html> yesterday from Netflix asserting in rather dramatic fashion (with diagrams) that ISPs should build facilities (he said provide, but those facilities have to be built) to accept all of Netflix’s content – indeed all of the content on the Internet – without charge. Failure to do so, according to Mr. Hastings, was a violation of “strong net neutrality rules” and bad public policy. I thought it might be helpful to unpack those assertions so we could get right down to the core of Netflix’s rather radical proposition — that people who don’t subscribe to Netflix should nonetheless pay for Netflix. Here are some undisputed facts upon which everyone should agree. > > First, let’s all accept the fact that the advent of streaming video is driving bandwidth consumption by consumers to record levels. Increased bandwidth consumption and faster broadband networks like our Gigapower service in Austin, Texas (and soon Dallas) are requiring all service providers to drive more fiber into their networks to create the capacity necessary to deliver those services to consumers, whether the service providers are delivering a wireless or a wireline product. This phenomenon was at the heart of our Project VIP investment announcement in November 2012 and it is true of companies like Cogent, Level 3 and CDNs like Netflix as well. > > Second, we should accept that companies must build additional capacity to handle this traffic. If Netflix was delivering, for example, 10 Terabytes of data in 2012 and increased demand causes them to deliver 20 Terabytes of data in 2013, they will have to build, or hire someone to build, the capacity necessary to handle that increased volume of traffic. That increase in traffic from Netflix is, by the way, not only the result of a likely increase in online viewing by existing subscribers, but also due to an increase in Netflix’s customer base (it announced a 33% increase in subscribers from 2012 to 2013 – good for Netflix). > > Third, if Netflix is delivering that increased volume of traffic to, say, AT&T, we should accept the fact that AT&T must be ready to build additional ports and transport capacity to accept the new volume of capacity as a consequence of Netflix’s good business fortune. And I think we can all accept the fact that business service costs are ultimately borne by consumers. > > Mr. Hastings blog post then really comes down to which consumers should pay for the additional bandwidth being delivered to Netflix’s customers. In the current structure, the increased cost of building that capacity is ultimately borne by Netflix subscribers. It is a cost of doing business that gets incorporated into Netflix’s subscription rate. In Netflix’s view, that’s unfair. In its view, those additional costs, caused by Netflix’s increasing subscriber counts and service usage, should be borne by all broadband subscribers – not just those who sign up for and use Netflix service. > > When Netflix delivered its movies by mail, the cost of delivery was included in the price their customer paid. It would’ve been neither right nor legal for Netflix to demand a customer’s neighbors pay the cost of delivering his movie. Yet that’s effectively what Mr. Hastings is demanding here, and in rather self-righteous fashion. Netflix may now be using an Internet connection instead of the Postal Service, but the same principle applies. If there’s a cost of delivering Mr. Hastings’s movies at the quality level he desires – and there is – then it should be borne by Netflix and recovered in the price of its service. That’s how every other form of commerce works in our country. It’s simply not fair for Mr. Hastings to demand that ISPs provide him with zero delivery costs – at the high quality he demands – for free. Nor is it fair that other Internet users, who couldn’t care less about Netflix, be forced to subsidize the high costs and stresses its service places on all broadband networks. > > As we all know, there is no free lunch, and there’s also no cost-free delivery of streaming movies. Someone has to pay that cost. Mr. Hastings’ arrogant proposition is that everyone else should pay but Netflix. That may be a nice deal if he can get it. But it’s not how the Internet, or telecommunication for that matter, has ever worked. > > http://www.attpublicpolicy.com/ > > > Per cancellarsi cliccare qui | Unsubscribe > > > Email inviata con MailUp > Con MailUp la cancellazione e' sicura

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Got talent? Matiang’i is looking for you
by Grace Githaiga 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/m/story.php?articleID=2000107530&story_title…

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Fwd: [Africanchapters] NEWS RELEASE : Internet Exchange Point Launched on 21 March 2014 in Bujumbura, Burundi
by Barrack Otieno 23 Mar '14

23 Mar '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Betel Hailu" <hailu(a)isoc.org> Date: Mar 23, 2014 9:34 PM Subject: [Africanchapters] NEWS RELEASE : Internet Exchange Point Launched on 21 March 2014 in Bujumbura, Burundi To: "DL africanchapters" <africanchapters(a)isoc.org> Cc: Dear all, Please find the press release on the IXP launched on 21 March 2014 in Bujumbura, Burundi. *Internet Exchange Point Launched on 21 March 2014 in Bujumbura, Burundi* IXP launch supported by the Internet Society [Bujumbura, Burundi - March 21 2014] The BurundiX Internet Exchange Point (IXP) was successfully launched on 21 March 2014 in Bujumbura, Burundi. The IXP was formally inaugurated by Hon. Tharcisse Nkezabahizi, Minister of Telecommunications, information and Communication and Relations with Parliament and Mr. Philippe Niyongabo, representative of the AUC. Also present at the opening were Dr. Dawit Bekele, Director African Bureau for the Internet Society, Mr. Coppens Pasteur NDAYIRAGIJE, president of the Association of BurundiX A.S.B.L. and Mr. Arnaud Fenioux expert from Lyon-IX *.* It is envisioned that the IXP will serve as a catalyst for innovation and development of Internet services and applications in Burundi. The Internet Exchange Point will support Government efforts towards the implementation of E-government services, and lower the cost of developing local hosting and application development. The presence of the IXP will improve local Internet resilience by eliminating the dependence on international connectivity for local Internet services and Internet-based communications. "Our wish is that the step taken today becomes a promising beginning for the Internet Exchange Point in addition to the Internet Service providers. We would wish that progressively the content providers and the private enterprises, the academicians and the main public administrations do the same", said Hon. Tharcisse Nkezabahizi, Minister of the Telecommunications, Information, Communication and Relations with the Parliament during the launching ceremony of the first Internet Exchange Point in Burundi. The representative of the AUC, Mr. Philippe NIYONGABO, added that, "The African Union Commission reiterates its continuous support to African countries in order to take benefit of the technological potential of the information and to find novel and effective ways to put this potential at the service of African citizens in general, and Burundi people in particular". In his remarks at the IXP launch, Dr. Dawit Bekele, Director of the African Regional Bureau of the Internet Society, noted, "The Internet Society is pleased by this major accomplishment which has been achieved in a truly multi-stakeholder fashion. This is one great leap forward towards insuring so that no Internet packet leaves Burundi to come back to Burundi. We are proud for having successfully implemented the project and satisfied to see that there are committed people and organizations in BurundIX who will insure a prosperous future for the IXP." "In a region where Internet is increasingly becoming accessible, we are committed to continuing supporting the development of a stable and resilient infrastructure in order to sustain Internet growth throughout Africa. The launch of this local IXP will enhance Burundi's IP infrastructure, and improve the resiliency of its local Internet Infrastructure. It will also go a long way in ensuring that more African Internet traffic is routed locally; an important factor for local content development and affordable transit costs across the region." says Mr. Adiel Akplogan, CEO of AFRINIC. BurundiX will be managed by the Association of BurundiX A.S.B.L. All telecommunication operators and all internet providers are members of this Association. The IXP was established with the support of the African Internet Exchange System (AXIS), a project of the African Union implemented by the Internet Society. AXIS organized an IXP best practices workshop in Bujumbura from 2-4 October 2012 where higher official from the Ministry of ICT as well as more than 20 experts participated, followed by a hands-on technical training to 23 specialists, from 18-22 March 2013. The Ministry of Telecommunications, information and Communication hosted the workshop and Lyon-IX contributed by providing the facilitators. The subsequent collaboration between interested parties has led to this successful initiative, which is expected to lead to positive results for the sector and the country. The Internet Society's Africa Interconnection and Traffic Exchange programme has been actively supporting the development of IXPs to boost local and regional interconnection. The programme aims to have 80% of Internet traffic exchanged in Africa by 2020, keeping local traffic local. This objective has been boosted by the appointment of the Internet Society to implement the African Union's African Internet Exchange System (AXIS) programme. For more information on AXIS, visit http://pages.au.int/axis *About the Internet Society* The Internet Society is the trusted independent source for Internet information and thought leadership from around the world. With its principled vision and substantial technological foundation, the Internet Society promotes open dialogue on Internet policy, technology, and future development among users, companies, governments, and other organizations. Working with its members and Chapters around the world, the Internet Society enables the continued evolution and growth of the Internet for everyone. For more information, visit www.internetsociety.org Media Contact: Betel Hailu, hailu(a)isoc.org *Lancement du Point d'Echange Internet le 21 mars 2014 à Bujumbura, Burundi* Lancement IXP soutenu par Internet Society [Bujumbura, Burundi - 21 mars, 2014] Le Point d'échange Internet BurundiX a été lancé avec succès, le 21 mars 2014 à Bujumbura, au Burundi. Ce point d'échange Internet a été officiellement inauguré par Son Excellence M. Tharcisse Nkezabahizi, Ministre des Télécommunications, de l'Information, de la Communication et des Relations avec le Parlement et M. Philippe Niyongabo, délégué de l'Union Africaine. Egalement présent à l'occasion du lancement Dr. Dawit Bekele, Directeur du Bureau Régional Africain de l'Internet Society, M. Coppens Pasteur NDAYIRAGIJE, président de l'Association de BurundiX A.S.B.L. et M. Arnaud Fenioux expert de Lyon-IX. Il est envisagé que l'IXP servira en tant que catalyseur pour l'innovation et le développement des services et des applications Internet au Burundi. Le Point d'échange Internet soutiendra les efforts du Gouvernement vers la mise en place des services E-gouvernementaux, et réduira le coût du développement de la mise en place et de l'application locale. La présence du point d'échange Internet améliorera la fiabilité de l'Internet local en éliminant la dépendance sur la connectivité internationale pour les services Internet locaux et les communications basées sur Internet. "Notre souhait est que le pas franchi aujourd'hui, soit un début prometteur pour ce Point d'Echange Internet en plus des Fournisseurs d'Accès Internet, Nous souhaiterions que progressivement les fournisseurs de contenu ainsi que les entreprises privées, les universitaires et les principales administrations publiques fassent de même", a dit son Excellence M. Tharcisse Nkezabahizi, Ministre des Télécommunications, de l'information, de la communication et des relations avec le parlement a l'occasion de l'inauguration du premier point d'échanges internet au Burundi. D'après M. Philippe NIYONGABO délégué de l'Union Africaine, " La Commission de l'Union Africaine réitère son appui continu aux pays africains afin de tirer profit du potentiel des technologies de l'information et de trouver des voies innovatrices et effectives pour mettre ce potentiel au service des citoyens africains, et burundais en particulier". Dans sa remarque au cours du lancement du point d'échange Internet, Dr. Dawit Bekele, Directeur du Bureau Régional Africain de l'Internet Society a indiqué que, "L'Internet Society a le plaisir de voir cet accomplissement important qui a été obtenu avec une approche multi-acteurs. Ceci est une grande étape franchie pour assurer qu'aucun paquet Internet ne quitte le Burundi pour revenir au Burundi. Nous sommes fier d'avoir pu implémenter le projet avec succès et nous sommes satisfait de voir qu'il existe des personnes et des organisations déterminées au BurundIX pour assurer un bon avenir pour le point d'échange Internet." "Dans une région où Internet devient de plus en plus accessible, nous sommes engagés à continuer notre soutien au développement d'une infrastructure stable et robuste afin d'assurer une croissance d'Internet durable en Afrique. Le lancement de ce point d'échange Internet local renforcera l'infrastructure IP du Burundi, et renforcera la résilience de l'infrastructure de l'Internet local. Ceci aura aussi une bonne répercussion et assurera l'acheminement local de plus de trafic Internet africain; un facteur important pour le développement de contenu local et un coût abordable de transit à travers la région." a dit M. Adiel Akplogan, Directeur Général d'AFRINIC. BurundiX sera géré par l'Association de BurundiX A.S.B.L. Tous les opérateurs de télécommunication et tous les fournisseurs Internet sont membres de cette association. Le Point d'échange Internet a été établit avec le soutien du projet << Système d'échange de l'Internet Africain >> (AXIS), un projet de la Commission de l'Union Africaine mis en place par l'Internet Society. AXIS a organisé un atelier sur les meilleures pratiques des points d'échanges Internet à Bujumbura du 2 au 4 Octobre 2012 pour 20 experts, suivi d'un atelier technique pour 23 spécialistes, du 18 au 22 mars 2013. Le Ministère des Télécommunications, de l'Information, de la Communication et des Relations avec le Parlement était l'hôte de l'atelier et Lyon-IX a contribué en fournissant les facilitateurs. La collaboration entre les parties intéressées a abouti au succès de cette initiative, qui devrait mener à des résultats positifs pour le secteur et le pays. Le programme de l'interconnexion et de l'échange du trafic Internet de l'Internet Society a activement soutenu le développement du Point d'échange Internet pour renforcer l'interconnexion locale et régionale. Le programme vise à avoir en 2020, 80% du trafic Internet échangé en Afrique, en gardant le trafic local, sur place. Cet objectif a été renforcé par la sélection de l'Internet Society par l'Union Africaine pour la mise en oeuvre de ce système de programme (AXIS). Pour plus de renseignement sur AXIS, visitez http://pages.au.int/axis *A propos de l'Internet Society* L'Internet Society est la source indépendante et de confiance pour des informations et un leader sur les questions de l'Internet à travers le monde. Avec sa vision de principe et son fondement technologique, l'Internet Society travaille vers la promotion d'un dialogue ouvert sur la politique, la technologie et le développement de l'Internet parmi les utilisateurs, les compagnies, les gouvernements, et les autres organisations. En collaboration avec ses membres et chapitres qui existent à travers le monde, Internet Society oeuvre vers une évolution et croissance continue de l'internet pour tout le monde. Pour plus de renseignement veuillez visiter : www.internetsociety.org. Contacte Médiatique: Betel Hailu, hailu(a)isoc.org _______________________________________________ As an Internet Society Chapter Officer of the African region you are automatically subscribed to this list, which is regularly synchronized with the Internet Society Chapter Portal (AMS): https://portal.isoc.org

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FW: Dot Africa contract signing ceremony
by Grace Githaiga 23 Mar '14

23 Mar '14

FYI > Date: Sun, 23 Mar 2014 07:03:16 +0000 > Subject: Dot Africa contract signing ceremony > From: alice(a)apc.org > To: africa(a)gac.icann.org > CC: afgwg-discuss(a)afrinic.net; aisi-ig-l(a)dgroups.org > > Dear Colleagues, > > Apologies for cross posting. > > > The AUC/ZACR Dot Africa contract signing ceremony will take place during > the ICANN meeting in Singapore. > > For those present, please see below details > > When: Wednesday 26 at > Time: 18.30 > Venue: CANNING room > > There will be video coverage and live streaming for this historic moment. > > > Thank you and best regards > Alice > > >

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New Rules on high speed Internet out
by Ali Hussein 23 Mar '14

23 Mar '14

In today's Nation, page 39, there is a small story titled:- New rules on high speed Internet out I couldn't find a link to the story online but the gist of the story is that the government has issued new wireless broadband spectrum policy guidelines with hopes that it will accelerate internet connectivity to rural areas. The bottom line is that going forward if this story is to be believed is that:- 1. A PPP company will be set up to build, own and operate a nationwide mobile broadband telecom network and infrastructure. 2. It will not be permitted to offer services directly to customers but will offer whole capacity to existing and new service providers There has been debate about whether the infrastructure being rolled out by telcos was being done in the most efficient way and whether there was a better way. I would like to congratulate the CS for husbanding this process and would urge him to move with full speed to actualize this. I have always argued that the business of telcos is not for them to roll our individual networks but to collaborate and compete on service delivery with various VAS. Its good to see the government taking this seriously and moving with haste. One question that I'm sure has been thought out is how to deal with the already existing individual infrastructure. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Re: [kictanet] [rpd] AFRINIC Board Elections - 2014: Call for Nominations
by Mwendwa Kivuva 22 Mar '14

22 Mar '14

Seat 8 is up for grabs. FYNA On 21/03/2014, Mark Elkins <mje(a)posix.co.za> wrote: > Dear Colleagues, > > According to Section 13 of the AFRINIC by-laws, the Board seats for the > following two sub-regions are up for renewal in June 2014: > > 1. Primary: Lala Andrianamampianina (Indian Ocean - Seat 3) > 2. Alternate: Krishna Seeburn (Indian Ocean) > 3. Primary: Janvier Ngnoulaye (Central Africa - Seat 4) > 4. Alternate: Christian Bope (Central Africa) > > In application of the new by-laws which does away with the two above > alternate seats, we will also need to fill the second seat of the two > non-regional Directors (Seat 8). > > As a result, three (3) seats on the AFRINIC Board will be open for > election: > > A) Seat 3: From Indian Ocean sub-region (Mandate: 2014 to 2017) > > B) Seat 4: From Central Africa sub-region (Mandate: 2014 to 2017) > > C) Seat 8: Non-Regional Independent (Mandate: 2014 to 2017) > > We are pleased to invite nominations for candidates to fill these three > seats. > > Any suitable natural person residing in one of the above regions can be > nominated (for that sub-region) provided they comply with the > requirements in Section 13 of the by-laws. Seat 8 can be filled from > any AFRINIC region provided they comply with the requirements in > Section 13 of the by-laws. > > Self-nominations and nominations by those who are not registered > contacts of AFRINIC member organizations are also allowed but with the > condition that the nomination must be formally backed by at least two > authorized and registered contact persons of an AFRINIC member > organization in good standing. > > Nominees must demonstrate at least three years of managerial experience > in the Internet Protocol service/business or other Internet related > activities and should preferably hold a senior level position. Once > elected, they must be ready to actively participate and contribute to > all activities conferred to the Board as defined in the by-laws. > > Nominations must be sent to nomcom2014 at afrinic.net with the following > information: > > 1. Candidate (Nominee) Information > (In case this is a self-nomination, please additionally > complete section 3 below) > > - Nominee (Full name): > - Organisation (or affiliation): > - Position/Role: > - Physical address: > - e-mail address: > - Phone number: > - Country of Residence: > - Board seat (sub-region) nominated for: > > 2. Nominator: > (If the nominator is NOT a registered contact of an AFRINIC > member organization in good standing, please additionally > complete section 3 below) > > - Full name: > - Organisation (or affiliation): > - Position/Role: > - Physical address: > - e-mail address: > - Phone number: > > 3. Seconder/Referee Information (in case this is a self-nomination or > a nomination by a non-AFRINIC member) > (Seconders must be registered contacts of AFRINIC member organizations > in good standing.) > > Seconder/Referee 1: > - Full name: > - Organisation (or affiliation): > - Position/Role: > - Physical address: > - e-mail address: > - Phone number: > > Seconder/Referee 2: > - Full name: > - Organisation (or affiliation): > - Position/Role: > - Physical address: > - e-mail address: > - Phone number: > > > 4. Brief statement explaining the nominee's background and motivation > (in English, and in not more than 500 words). Please highlight what > expertise and experience the nominee will bring to AFRINIC in general > and to the board in particular. > > > 5. Additional information: This will be published on the candidate's > profile during the public comment period: > > - A recent copy of the candidate's CV (in English) > - A recent photograph. > - Other links that represent the candidate's online profile (such as > blogs, twitter, professional publications, etc). > > > The deadline for nominations is 19 April 2014 at 20:00 UTC. Nominations > should be submitted to nomcom2014 at afrinic.net > > Note: It is expected that candidates should be able to attend > AFRINIC-20 in person on the Election Day (06 June 2014) where > they will be afforded an opportunity to introduce themselves > and to make a short presentation to the community during the > Annual General Members Meeting. The meeting will take place in > Djibouti from 04 - 06 June 2014. > > For more information on the election process, please browse to: > > http://www.afrinic.net/en/community/elections/bod-election/process > > > -- > Mark J Elkins - AFRINIC 2014 Nominations Committee > mje(a)posix.co.za - nomcom2014(a)afrinic.net > Tel: +27.128070590 Cell: +27.826010496 > > _______________________________________________ > rpd mailing list > rpd(a)afrinic.net > https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/rpd > -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Laptop Project - who ate what when
by Mwendwa Kivuva 22 Mar '14

22 Mar '14

Is it possible that the Jubilee Government is scuttling the effort to buy the laptops, a game of musical chairs because it is not committed to buying the said laptops? Lawsuits, counter-lawsuit, delays, ... sounds fishy. By John Walubengo More by this Author<http://www.nation.co.ke/-/1148/1969646/-/view/asAuthor/-/132yg1kz/-/index.h…> Forget the Laptop hypothetical view<http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/The-Laptop-Project----a-hypothetica…> we discussed a few weeks ago - it is now official from the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board<http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Laptop-tender-price-was-topped-up-by-Sh1-4b--r…> (PPARB) that something was not right with the tendering process. With close to Ksh 30Billlion at stake, Kenyans would have been too ambitious to imagine the process would be smooth sailing. With the Ethic and Anti-Corruption agency (EACC) vowing to join the action, it is not too early to conclude that money may have changed hands; that is some people, somewhere ate and perhaps ate big On his way to winning the presidential election in 1992, Bill Clinton proclaimed "Its the economy, stupid<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It's_the_economy,_stupid>!" as a way of focusing the electorate on the real issue. To the Kenyan child and parent who still believes that this project is about Lap-tops, I politely say to them "It's about the election money, stupid!" more: http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/Laptop-Project---who-ate-what-when/… ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Request for Expression of Interest for Consultancy on Moderation of Online Discussions on the AfCoP Platform
by Grace Githaiga 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Listers The African Capacity Building Foundation through the African Community of Practice on Managing for Development Results(AfCoP) Support has received financing from the African Development Bank toward the cost of the Building Capacity on Managing for Development Results in the Regional Member Countries (RMCs) and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for Consultancy on moderation of online discussions on the AfCoP platform.In line with the above, ACBF is seeking qualified individuals to serve as moderators to guide online discussions on the AfCoP platform on the identified themes below. Individuals with the requisite expertise can apply to moderate more than one discussion theme as per the list of topics below. Read on: http://www.acbfpact.org/index.php/en/consultancies/826-reoi-acbf-afcop-001-…

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Victor Kyalo confirmed as first ICT Authority CEO
by Grace Githaiga 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

http://www.cio.co.ke/news/main-stories/victor-kyalo-confirmed-as-first-ict-…

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CAK rules out automatic clearance of yuMobile sale to rivals Safaricom and Airtel
by Grace Githaiga 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

http://www.nation.co.ke/business/Automatic-clearance-yuMobile-sale-to-Safar…

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Re: [kictanet] kictanet Digest, Vol 82, Issue 70
by James Kimani 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

@Walu,if u r missing Ndemo,enroll to MBA University of Nairobi and he will be ur lecturer for Entrepreneurship... James On Mar 21, 2014 6:21 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: Victor Kyalo confirmed as first ICT Authority CEO > (Grace Githaiga) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 15:19:51 +0000 > From: Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> > To: "jwalu(a)yahoo.com" <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: "kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first ICT Authority > CEO > Message-ID: <DUB111-W12750BB528B52615C820959B4790(a)phx.gbl> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > @Walu, you have cracked me up lakini my apologies bwana. I cant resist > telling you like Maina Kageni would "pole sana" > > > Date: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 08:16:27 -0700 > > From: jwalu(a)yahoo.com > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first ICT Authority CEO > > CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > > > > @Mwendwa, > > > > Dr. Ndemo's orphans are many and scattered - and that includes me :-) > > > > On reading, I am reading heavily and Victor knows he is warming the seat > for me, only for the next 3yrs. After that we swap places, he goes back to > the University and I take over :-) > > > > walu. > > -------------------------------------------- > > On Fri, 3/21/14, Mwendwa Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: > > > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first ICT Authority > CEO > > To: "Walubengo J" <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > > Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > Date: Friday, March 21, 2014, 5:11 PM > > > > Walu, you are insinuating > > there are Ndemo orphans around? > > It's great to see a staunch Kictaneter get to > > high office. I hope he uplifts this list by making the list > > as engaging as possible. I also hope this animal he helped > > engineer called Kictanet does not come back and bite > > him. > > > > > > The CIO article is note very thorough and misses > > some wow factor about Victor. For example, in 1988, Victor > > Graduated from the University of Nairobi with a BSc (1st > > class) Electrical Engineering and worked at Philips Advanced > > Interactive Development research group in Holland as an > > interactive software developer. Here is an older version of > > his CV https://profiles.uonbi.ac.ke/files/130410_victor2_cv.pdf > > > > > > Walu, you need some bit of reading to compete > > with Victor. Lakini najua hata wewe si mchache. > > Regards > > ______________________ > > > > > > Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya > > twitter.com/lordmwesh > > > > > > > > > > On 21 March 2014 > > 01:22, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > > wrote: > > > > > > @Barack, > > > > > > > > Buy me tea and I will give you my personal manual on HOWTO > > "Accept and move on"...:-) > > > > > > > > we moved on from MJ to BobCollymore, am sure with time, we > > shall move on from Ndemo, Kukubo et al. > > > > > > > > walu. > > > > > > > > -------------------------------------------- > > > > On Fri, 3/21/14, Barrack Otieno > > <otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com> > > wrote: > > > > > > > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first > > ICT Authority CEO > > > > To: jwalu(a)yahoo.com > > > > Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy > > Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > > > Date: Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:30 AM > > > > > > > > I wish to congratulate > > > > Victor Kyalo, he is very progressive and humble and has > > > > brilliant ideas, i just hope he will walk with us just as > > > > Paul Kukubo and Dr. Ndemo used to do (forgive me for > > > > remembering the onions and garlic in Egypt). > > > > > > > > > > > > Best Regards > > > > > > > > > > > > On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 > > > > at 11:21 AM, James Mbugua <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > lol Walu, > > > > Victor tends to look like the engineer he is. He > > > > doesn't wear a beard but he also doesn't take to > > > > ties well hehe. > > > > > > > > James > > > > > > > > > > > > On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 > > > > at 10:48 AM, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > Be careful @James, > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > you are actually saying Victor does NOT look impressive. > > > > Which is debatable based on who is looking :-) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > walu. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -------------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > On Fri, 3/21/14, James Mbugua <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first > > > > ICT Authority CEO > > > > > > > > To: "Walubengo J" <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > > > > > > > > Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" > > > > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > > > > > > > Date: Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:46 AM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Congratulations to him. > > > > > > > > He has an extremely impressive CV which you would > > > > > > > > not guess from looking at him. > > > > > > > > Well done. > > > > > > > > James > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 at > > > > > > > > 10:38 AM, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > > > > > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Eish! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Looks like Victor has already grabbed my job! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I was looking forward to applying...were the interviews > > > > done > > > > > > > > at night? But then again, I recall that the legal > > notice > > > > > > > > setting up ICT Authority allows the CS/Board to > > > > unilaterally > > > > > > > > appoint the 1st CEO. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Either way, am too busy for now - but next time I > > will > > > > > > > > make sure I am on the "ballot" for CEO ICT > > > > > > > > Authority. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > walu. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -------------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > On Thu, 3/20/14, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> > > > > > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Subject: [kictanet] Victor Kyalo confirmed as first > > ICT > > > > > > > > Authority CEO > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > To: jwalu(a)yahoo.com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Date: 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The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > > > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > >

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Consultation on post NTIA IANA functions oversight mechanism
by Grace Githaiga 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

ListersFYI You are encouraged to input. RgdsGrace From: adiel(a)afrinic.net Date: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 22:21:34 +0400 To: africann(a)afrinic.net Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Consultation on post NTIA IANA functions oversight mechanism — [ *** Apologies for cross-posting *** ] — Dear colleagues, On Friday 14 March, the United States Government announced that it intends to transition oversight of key Internet functions (including the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority or IANA) to the global multi-stakeholder community. It has asked ICANN to facilitate, in consultation with the global multi-stakeholder community, the development of a proposal for the transition. Leaders of the I* Internet technical coordination organisations (including AFRINIC), met several times and, in line with the Montevideo Statement on the Future of Internet Cooperation (October 2013), we agreed on some common principles for an evolution such as the one announced by the US Government. Regular participants in those meetings, including their affiliated organisations, are noted here: http://www.nro.net/news/statement-from-the-i-leaders-coordination-meeting As an outcome of these discussions, a common position was developed on the following points: - The roles of all Internet registry policy bodies will stay unchanged. These bodies continue to hold policy authority for the protocol parameter, number, and name spaces, including responsibility to ensure the faithful registry implementation according to those policies. - The IETF, IAB, and RIRs are committed to the role of ICANN as the IANA protocol parameter and IP address registry operator. - ICANN reaffirms its commitment to implement all IANA registry functions in accordance with the respective policies. ICANN will also provide affirmations to all stakeholders (including governments) that all Internet registry policy bodies and ICANN itself will continue to use open and transparent processes. The full text, agreed upon by the I* leaders, is included at the end of this email. Separately, ICANN released a timeline that details its expectations of the multi-stakeholder consultation process. More information on these plans will undoubtedly come out of the upcoming ICANN Meeting in Singapore (23-27 March). The timeline document is available here: http://www.icann.org/en/about/agreements/iana/functions-transfer-process-14… While this timeline focuses on ICANN meetings and events, it is clear that this process will not take place only in ICANN venues. The five RIR communities are key stakeholders in this process, and it is vital that we discuss these issues both within our regional communities and globally to ensure that our voices are heard and our concerns recognised. The stable, accurate and professional management of the IANA functions, including management of the global IP address pool, is fundamental to the operation of the Internet. It is important that we not lose sight of this fact as management of the IANA evolves to more faithfully reflect the multi-stakeholder nature of the Internet community. AFRINIC urges the African community at all levels to participate to the upcoming discussions on the future of the IANA functions. We all want to engage because we want the discussions to come up with suggestions and mechanisms that ensure an ongoing interoperable stable and yes, secure Internet. These discussions need to take into consideration views from all over the world as the services provided by IANA touch everyone. The Internet itself has become a tool that we cannot live without today and studies demonstrate how embracing ICTs and the Internet can boost economic and social development, thus taking us ever closer to a world where Sustainable Development Goals can be a reality. We encourage the African community to join the discussion we are launching on our Resource Policy Discussion <rpd(a)afrinic.net> and AFRICANN <africann(a)afrinic.net> lists and also join us at the next Africa Internet Summit in Djibouti May 25-June 6, 2014 (africainternetsummit.org) to hear more on a panel that we are organising: "Resiliency and stability of IANA functions: what accountability mechanisms to put in place?" I look forward to further discussion at AIS’14. Best regards, Adiel A. Akplogan CEO AFRINIC ———————————————————————————— Agreed text by the Leaders of I* organisations: In order to ensure global acceptance and affirmation of ICANN's role as administrator of the IANA functions, we are now pursuing the transition of USG's stewardship of the IANA functions from the USG to ICANN. The roles of all Internet registry policy bodies (such as the RIRs, IAB, IETF, ASO, ccNSO, ccTLD ROs, and gNSO) stay unchanged. These bodies continue to hold policy authority for the protocol parameter, number, and name spaces, including responsibility to ensure the faithful registry implementation according to those policies. This transition from the USG has been envisaged since the early days of ICANN. It is now feasible due to the growing maturity of ICANN and other organisations in the Internet ecosystem. ICANN's structures and accountability mechanisms continue to evolve and advance guided by the AoC community reviews, including ATRT. In addition, ICANN will continue to embrace its aggressive roadmap to truly globalize its structures. In order to operationalize the transition from USG, ICANN will engage with the Internet community in a bottom-up public consultation process to ensure appropriate accountability mechanisms. In addition, ICANN will work with the names, numbers, and protocol communities to formalize relationships, commitments, and mutual responsibilities. When community stakeholders have input about the policies emanating from the names, numbers, and protocol communities, they would be directed to pursue their interests through the relevant Internet communities (such as the gNSO, ccNSO, ccTLD ROs, ASO, IAB, IETF, or the RIRs) and their mechanisms for consideration and potential redress. The IETF, IAB, and RIRs are committed to open and transparent processes. They also are committed to the role of ICANN as the IANA protocol parameter and IP address registry operator. The accountability mechanisms for ICANN's administration of these core internet functions will provide escalation routes that assure the names, numbers, and protocol communities that if IANA's performance is lacking, those communities can pursue defined processes for improving performance, including pre-agreed independent 3rd party arbitration processes. ICANN reaffirms its commitment to implement all IANA registry functions in accordance with the respective policies. ICANN will also provide affirmations to all stakeholders (including governments) from all Internet registry policy bodies and itself that all of us will use open and transparent processes. -- end -- _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Fw: Fwd: Fwd: [Dgroups] Welcome to community Youth and Innovation and Africa's Transformation // La jeunesse et lâ EURO (tm)innovation, et la transformation de l'Afrique
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Dear all, Per your information below. If you are interested in the discussions, please contact Ms. Tsega H. Belai (tbelai(a)uneca.org) to be able to post your inputs via yia(a)dgroups.org. Best. Patricia -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Fwd: [Dgroups] Welcome to community Youth and Innovation and Africa's Transformation // La jeunesse et lâ EURO (tm)innovation, et la transformation de l'Afrique Date: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 16:27:11 +0400 From: Patricia Gnilane Senghor <patricia.senghor(a)googlemail.com> To: patricia(a)afrinic.net <patricia(a)afrinic.net> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Youth and Innovation and Africa's Transformation // La jeunesse et lâ€™innovation, et la transformation de l'Afrique <yia(a)dgroups.org> Date: 2014-03-20 15:27 GMT+04:00 Subject: [Dgroups] Welcome to community Youth and Innovation and Africa's Transformation // La jeunesse et lâ€™innovation, et la transformation de l'Afrique To: patricia.senghor(a)gmail.com Hello, Welcome to the online discussion group on Youth and Innovation in Africa: Harnessing the possibilities of Africa’s youth for the transformation of the continent. This discussion group is an initiative of the New Technologies and Innovation Section, Special Initiatives Division of the Economic Commission of Africa (ECA). The general aim of the online discussion is to provide a wide range of stakeholders -civil society, policymakers, academia, private sector, youth associations, national and international non-government organizations- the opportunity to express ideas, share experiences, and exchange advice on harnessing innovation towards the transformation of African youth. The discussion will look at the following two issues in depth: Issue 1: Impediments to African youth to innovations in science and technology. Issue 2: Creating an enabling environment for youth and innovation in Africa. The outcome of this discussion will be synthesized into an outcome document and presented to high level African policymakers during the High Level Policy Dialogue on “Science, Technologies and Innovation and the African Transformation Agenda: Making New Technologies and Innovation Work for Africa’s Transformation”, organised jointly by ECA and the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria in May 2014. The discussion, will commence on Monday 03, March 2014 and will end on Sunday 30, March 2014. It will be co-moderated by Mr. Mactar Seck (mseck(a)uneca.org) and Ms. Tsega H. Belai (tbelai(a)uneca.org) Your email address has already been subscribed to the list. To post messages to the list, please use the following email address: yia(a)dgroups.org. There is also a website where you can post your messages, related documents, articles and relevant links. 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Regards, Mr. Kasirim Nwuke Chief, New Technologies and Innovation Section Special Initiatives Division United Nations Economic Commission for Africa knwuke(a)uneca.org ______________________________________________________________ To post messages via email, please use: yia(a)dgroups.org To post messages via the website, please use: http://www.dgroups.org/groups/uneca/youth-innovation-africa To unsubscribe, please send a blank email to: leave.yia(a)dgroups.org +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Bonjour, Bienvenue au groupe de discussion électronique sur la jeunesse et l'innovation en Afrique: Exploiter le potentiel de la jeunesse africaine pour la transformation du continent, une initiative de la Section des nouvelles technologies et de l’innovation de la Division des initiatives spéciales de la Commission économique pour l'Afrique (CEA). Cette discussion électronique a pour but d’offrir aux parties prenantes –membres de la société civile, décideurs de politique, experts des milieux universitaires, membres du secteur privé, associations de jeunes, experts des organisation non gouvernementaux national et international- l’occasion d’échanger des idées, de partager des expériences et de discuter les mesures à prendre pour que l'innovation serve à la transformation de la jeunesse africaine. À cette fin, la discussion portera en profondeur sur les deux questions suivantes: En premier lieu: les obstacles face à la jeunesse africaine par rapport aux innovations dans la science et la technologie. En deuxième lieu: la création d’un environnement favorable pour la jeunesse et l'innovation en Afrique. Le résultat de cette discussion sera l’objet d’un document de synthèse et sera présenté à des décideurs africains de haut niveau lors du dialogue de haut niveau sur «La science, les technologies et l'innovation et le programme de transformation de l'Afrique: Assurer la contribution des nouvelles technologies et l'innovation pour la transformation de l’Afrique », un évènement conjointement organisé par la CEA et le gouvernement fédéral du Nigeria en mai 2014 à Abuja (Nigeria). La discussion aura lieu du lundi 03 mars 2014 au dimanche 30 mars 2014. La discussion sera conjointement animée par M. Mactar Seck (mseck(a)uneca.org) et Mme Tsega H. Belai (tbelai(a)uneca.org) Votre courriel est déjà inscrit à la liste du groupe de discussion. Pour envoyer vos messages au groupe de discussion, veuillez s'il vous plaît utiliser l'adresse courriel suivante: yia(a)dgroups.org. 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Nous tenons à remercier tous ceux qui ont accepté de participer à ce forum et nous accueillirons tous contacts supplémentaires qui pourraient ajouter de la valeur à cet exercice. Nous avons hâte de partager vos idées et vos contributions inestimables. Si vous avez des questions, vous pouvez envoyer un courriel à tbelai(a)uneca.org. Nous vous remercions de votre participation. Cordialement, M. Kasirim Nwuke Chef, Section des nouvelles technologies et de l'innovation Division des initiatives spéciales Commission économique pour l'Afrique des Nations Unies knwuke(a)uneca.org ______________________________________________________________ Pour envoyer des messages par courriel, veuillez s'il vous plaît utiliser : yia(a)dgroups.org Pour envoyer des messages via le site web,veuillez s'il vous plaît utiliser : http://www.dgroups.org/groups/uneca/youth-innovation-africa Pour vous désabonner, veuillez s'il vous plaît envoyer un message couriel vide à: leave.yia(a)dgroups.org -- Patricia Gnilane SENGHOR Cooperation and Project Development Manager, AFRINIC Ltd. t: +230 4035144. | M: +230 58275956 |tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.net facebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia ___________________________ Join us at AIS14/AFRINIC20, Djibouti, Djibouti, 25 May-6 June 2014.

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Fwd: [web2fordev] #Idlelo6 Conference on Free and Open Source Software and the Digital Commons - 24th - 28th March 2014 Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
by John Matogo 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Dear colleagues. The Idlelo6 Conference on Free and Open Source Software is just a few days away. This email is a reminder for you to secure your seat at the event. We have an exciting programme prepared that includes technical training sessions that were requested for by the open source community from all over Africa. Following this are great presentations and discussions by those who responded to the earlier call for papers and also some case studies on practical implementations of Free and Open Source software. See the attached programme. More information is also available at the website www.idlelo.net Registration is available online, secure your seat by signing up. There are limited spaces especially for the training sessions, it is advisable to register as soon as possible at this site: http://idlelo.net/content/idlelo-6-conference-registration or www.idlelo6.eventbrite.com The GE Innovations in Healthcare challenge will also be launched at the Idlelo6 event. Let us come together and exchange as an Open Source Community at the Idlelo 6 Conference. We look forward to seeing you there. Kindly share with others on your networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account". This list is hosted by DGroups and moderated by CTA <http://www.cta.int>. Interested in Web 2.0 for development related matters? Visit www.web2fordev.net ! Join the Web2forDev Community on LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/groupRegistration?gid=135666&csrfToken=ajax:1707797…>and Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/web2fordev> Join CTA on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/ctapage> and Twitter<http://www.twitter.com/ctaflash> Interested on ICT4D updates? Click here <http://ictupdate.cta.int>! You are receiving this message because you are a member of the community Web2ForDev Discussion Group <https://dgroups.org/groups/web2fordev>. A reply to this message will be sent to all members of Web2ForDev Discussion Group. Reply to sender <jmatogo(a)strathmore.edu> | Unsubscribe<leave.web2fordev(a)dgroups.org> -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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DotConnectAfrica Statement regarding NTIA announcement on Intent to Transition
by Gideon 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

DotConnectAfrica Statement on NTIA announcement to Transition Key Internet Domain Name Function. Link: http://www.prlog.org/12297618-dotconnectafrica-statement-on-ntia-announceme… Regards Gideon Rop DotConnectAfrica

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#Idlelo6 Conference on Free and Open Source Software and the Digital Commons - 24th - 28th March 2014 Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
by John Matogo 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Dear colleagues. The Idlelo6 Conference on Free and Open Source Software is just a few days away. This email is a reminder for you to secure your seat at the event. We have an exciting programme prepared that includes technical training sessions that were requested for by the open source community from all over Africa. Following this are great presentations and discussions by those who responded to the earlier call for papers and also some case studies on practical implementations of Free and Open Source software. See the attached programme. More information is also available at the website www.idlelo.net Registration is available online, secure your seat by signing up. There are limited spaces especially for the training sessions, it is advisable to register as soon as possible at this site: http://idlelo.net/content/idlelo-6-conference-registration or www.idlelo6.eventbrite.com The GE Innovations in Healthcare challenge will also be launched at the Idlelo6 event. Let us come together and exchange as an Open Source Community at the Idlelo 6 Conference. We look forward to seeing you there. Kindly share with others on your networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Coding is the new literacy (5-7 year olds)
by robert yawe 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Hi Listers, I believe the innuendo going on on the issue of the laptops is a blessing in disguise and we need to take advantage of this window of opportunity to make sure what is implemented will be the basis of transformer education as we know it. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2023634798/scratchjr-coding-for-young-… While the developed world is training their toddlers on coding we are getting them to use high level applications and we shall then expect them to be globally competitive when they start coding in university a time when the formation of new brain cell connections is slowing down. Hope that Victor's confirmation at the authority will give him the confidence to take charge of this process. Regards Robert Yawe KAY System Technologies Ltd Phoenix House, 6th Floor P O Box 55806 Nairobi, 00200 Kenya Tel: +254722511225, +254202010696

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Important Corrections to General Inaccuracies and Misconceptions Regarding U.S. Announcement
by Bob 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

I thought this will help separate the facts from mirths. http://blog.icann.org/2014/03/important-corrections-to-general-inaccuracies… Regards Bob ICANN Sent from my iPad

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WebWeWant Small grants 2014 has been launched
by Grace Githaiga 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

From: nnenna75(a)gmail.com Date: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 17:03:50 +0000 To: members(a)mail.fossfa.net CC: africann(a)afrinic.net; africs-ig(a)lists.apc.org Subject: [africs-ig] WebWeWant Small grants 2014 has been launched English https://webwewant.org/2014-grants/ Spanish https://webwewant.org/es/programa-de-subvenciones-menores-de-web-we-want/ Français https://webwewant.org/fr/programme-de-petites-subventions-web-we-want/ Portuguese https://webwewant.org/pt-br/competicao-de-microbolsas-2014/ Good luck to us _______________________________________________ AfriCS-IG mailing list Info and options: http://lists.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/africs-ig To unsubscribe, email africs-ig-unsubscribe(a)lists.apc.org

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Barcamp Mombasa, 29th March 2014
by Phares Kariuki 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

FYI, this is happening next week in Mombasa. Welcome to BarCamp 2014 . This time Barcamp has come to Mombasa ! *When*: Saturday, 29 March 2014 *Time*: 8am - 4pm (of course, this goes later, and I would stick around for any evening fun and conversation...) *Where*: Pride Inn Hotel, Mombasa town BarCamp is an intense event packed with intellectual discussions on technology and other fun, random interesting topics. BarCamp is an "unconference" - The structure and agenda is completely informal - attendees decide how the event is run, and vote on which topics and speakers get to present ! It is a completely open event, attended by techies, bloggers, entrepreneurs, key stakeholders and other clever people within the Mombasa technology scene who come to share and learn. BarCamp Mombasa 2014 is hosted by the Mombasa Tech Community, and generously sponsored by Intel as the key sponsor Other sponsors include the iHub and Angani.co What Next ? Register to attend http://mombasa.barcamp.co.ke Tell your friends about it Blog It Facebook It Tweet It - #BarCampMsa Some past Barcamp memories below to give you an idea of all the fun ! http://www.flickr.com/search/?w=all&q=barcampnairobi&m=text https://www.facebook.com/BarCampNairobi/photos_stream https://plus.google.com/114319177348371136996 -- Warm Regards, Phares Kariuki | *T*: +254 720 406 093 | *E*: pkariuki(a)gmail.com | *Twitter*: kaboro |* Skype*: kariukiphares | *B*: http://www.kaboro.com/ |

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Revised National ICT Masterplan 2017 for Public Consultation tomorrow, Thursday, 20th March, Kenya School of Monetary Studies, 8-11.30am
by Phyllis Nyambura 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

Listers, Tomorrow, Thursday, 20th March, at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies, 8-11.30am the revised National ICT Masterplan 2017 will be subject to public consultation. The revised document can be accessed from: http://www.scribd.com/doc/213272868/Revised-National-ICT-Masterplan-2017-Ma… Do attend and make your contributions. *Register attendance at http://conta.cc/OaBR8u <http://conta.cc/OaBR8u> * *If you are not able to attend you can send your comments to communications(a)ict.go.ke <communications(a)ict.go.ke> by Sunday, 23rd March, 2014.* The Masterplan, first launched in February 2013 is a five (5) year plan which details the government ICT led strategy. In November 2013, a National ICT Master plan taskforce was put together to review the current Connected Kenya 2017 ICT Master Plan and are about to complete this task. The outcome of the review process is expected to be a comprehensive new document that will guide the management of ICT in the country. Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.ict.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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The ICT Authority Involvement in the Laptop Tender Decision Process
by Phyllis Nyambura 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Colleagues, Do note the below response from the ICT Authority, Ag CEO, Victor Kyalo. We thank you for your patience. Listers, I have followed keenly to discussions surrounding the cancellation of the laptop tender by the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board. While I would like to comment on some of the issues, it will not be prudent for me to do so now when the matter is being looked into by the relevant authorities. In the meantime, I would like to leave comments on the issue to the procuring entity. I will in due course respond as to our/my role at the appropriate time as demanded by some listers. Victor Kyalo Ag, CEO, ICT Authority Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.ict.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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Invitation to the National ICT Masterplan Forum- Thursday, 20th March 14, 8-11.30am, Kenya School of Monetary Studies
by Grace Githaiga 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Greetings, The Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) invites stakeholders for a public consultation forum on the Connected Kenya ICT Masterplan 2017. Share your views on the document at the forum below: Date: Thursday, 20th March 14, 2014 Time: 8-11.30am Venue: Kenya School of Monetary Studies The Masterplan, first launched in February 2013 is a five (5) year plan which details the government ICT led strategy. It endeavors to cover the vision 2030 pillars as well as focus on other functional areas. View Full Document on http://www.scribd.com/doc/212456855/KICTB-Connected-Kenya-2017-Master-Plan In November 2013, a National ICT Master plan taskforce was put together to review the current Connected Kenya 2017 ICT master plan and are about to complete this task. The outcome of the review process is expected to be a comprehensive new document that will guide the management of ICT in the country. Register attendance at http://conta.cc/OaBR8u If you are not able to attend do send your comments to communications(a)ict.go.ke by Friday, 21st March, 2014. Kind Regards,Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.ict.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- Phyllis Nyambura Communication Writer The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.ict.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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FW: [africs-ig] Apply for a place on the African Leadership in ICT Course 2014.
by Grace Githaiga 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2014 00:20:05 +0200 From: emilar(a)apc.org To: africs-ig(a)lists.apc.org Subject: [africs-ig] Apply for a place on the African Leadership in ICT Course 2014. Hi all, Please forward to colleagues who are employed in the public sector/ civil servants. ALICT is an African Union Commission initiative, supported by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and implemented by GESCI (Founded by the UN ICT Task Force). Eligible countries are: Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. http://www.gesci.org/apply-for-a-place-on-the-african-leadership-in-ict-cou… Cheers, -- Emilar E. Gandhi CIPP Africa Projects Coordinator Communications and Information Policy Programme (CIPP) Association for Progressive Communications www.apc.org skype: emilarvushe _______________________________________________ AfriCS-IG mailing list Info and options: http://lists.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/africs-ig To unsubscribe, email africs-ig-unsubscribe(a)lists.apc.org

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Who was involved in laptop tender decision process
by Ory Okolloh 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

Someone was asking about this last week, includes Kenya ICT authority. http://mobile.nation.co.ke/news/Jacob-Kaimenyi-Laptop-Tender-Education-Oliv… Ory

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Reducing travel in go.ke
by S.M. Muraya 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

Please note, (Internet Protocol) solutions are already being applied in the Kenyan private sector that, by reducing travel, can save Kenya billions of dollars annually :) http://mobile.nation.co.ke/blogs/Wage-Bill-Government-Civil-Service-Funds/-… POSTED SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 2014 | BY- PAUL MWANGI *Every day is party time in government offices* The attempt at bringing down the wage bill through pay cuts is incredibly naive. For slightly over 12 months since January 2012, I served as the Legal Advisor to the Prime Minister. It was a position that placed me at the highest levels of the Civil Service, with a pay grade of Job Group "U", otherwise known as "PS level". What I learnt and observed about government in that short period of time makes me conclude that the President's attempt at bringing down the wage bill by taking a 20 per cent pay cut, and enforcing the same across the board, is incredibly naive. (READ: Backlash meets Uhuru's move to take salary cut) The problem with the exorbitant public wage bill is not the salaries. In fact, I think it is a good thing that the government is now able to attract competent staff and Kenyans will benefit from good public service, less corruption and thus a more productive private sector. The problem with Kenya's wage bill is wastage and abuse. All the way from State House to the tea room at the ministries, tax payers' money is lost through wasteful use of resources and abuse of authority. The first encounter I had with waste was when a requisition was made for furniture to my office. As a senior government officer, I was entitled to my own colour printer, computer, laptop, ipad, television, document shredder and water dispenser. I have never seen such wasteful use of resources in the private sector in Kenya. In the commercial sector, printers are shared by many offices, as are water dispensers, shredders and televisions. And laptops are only issued to persons engaged in field work. *AIR TIME* At the end of the month, I received my airtime allowance in the form of cards from various service providers. The total amount was Sh27,000. If there is one thing my relatives, friends and subordinates miss from my service in government it is free airtime. Because try as I did, I couldn't spend more than Sh7,000 of the allocation. And I got new cards every month. And though I took only about three to five cups of tea in the office, I learnt that my secretary was entitled to pick Sh20,000 to Sh40,000 to make my tea every month. I was entitled to tea, coffee or hot chocolate as I desired and to a choice of sugar or honey for my sweetener. There were no less than ten senior offices to whom this allocation was made and many of us never got to know how much was picked or spent on our office accounts. The fault, I came to learn, was not with the senior officers. The rules of service set these entitlements and they accrue as a matter of course. This account is just a tip of the iceberg. I was also entitled to an official car, armed driver, armed bodyguard and two Police guards at the house. Personally I did not think anyone was looking out to harm me so I only took an official car and an armed driver which I used during working hours. But I have observed that since the NARC government of 2003, the use of police security has become increasingly abused. It is surprising that in the Moi government, with all its excesses, one never witnessed the almost comical spectacle we are being treated to everyday on our street where every minister, senator and governor is running around with several chase cars blaring sirens and a security detail at the expense of the taxpayer. Without doubt our Cabinet Secretary in charge of internal security and his Permanent Secretary need to be accorded some serious security but who wants to harm the cabinet secretaries in charge of such mundane responsibilities like fisheries, sports or economic planning? Sometimes in the process of work, it requires ad hoc committees to be formed by members of the same department or ministry, or sometimes members from various ministries, to see through a process or discuss an issue. When this happens, tea must be served at 10a.m. and at 4p.m. together with snacks. The snacks will be a samosa, a sausage and a ndazi per person. And lunch too. Standard lunch order in most of the meetings I attended was Chinese. I think it is sad that for the level of service the civil service gives Kenyans, it would be having Chinese lunches at the tax payers' expense. *ALLOWANCES* And when the work is done, the committee members would be paid an allowance for serving in that committee. This goes anywhere from Sh10,000 to Sh50,000 per person. If it is a gazetted task force, the sum would be a few hundred thousand shillings. Never mind that these allowances are being paid for work that everyone was employed to do in the first place, and will be paid for with a salary at the end of the month. But to make this bad situation worse, there are kingpins in the accounts offices of almost every government department that control all payments with absolute discretion to pay or deny. These big wigs' names must be put in every payment list for money to be approved. So for every committee or task force requisitions, these kingpins earn sitting allowances as a matter of course. Their names must also appear in every list of per diem payments for people travelling out of station. I heard of accountants who make at least Sh500,000 in a dry month through these illegal payments. But it is not just the lower cadre bigwigs who exercise these abuses. I learnt that all senior government Ministers have confidential accounts that run into millions of shillings from which they are authorised to spend money without the scrutiny of the Auditor General, or the Controller of Budget, or Parliament. These monies are allocated directly from the Treasury and are replenished as they are spent at the direction of the Minister of Finance. The worst abuser of this confidential spending was the Office of the Head of the Civil Service and the Presidency at State House. I don't know but I have heard that the President's confidential account often runs into billions of shillings and in the last regime was the cause of the short and tumultuous tenures of many a Comptroller of State House under whose office the account is operated. In this day and age, it is unbelievable that any office in the public service can spend millions of shillings at its discretion without any budgetary approvals and with immunity from any form of scrutiny, even from Parliament. This picture of abandon, waste and abuse would not be complete without mentioning two other practices. One is foreign travel. We have too many Cabinet secretaries, permanent secretaries and other senior government officers are flying out to attend meetings that are not critically necessary to the tax payer or that can be attended by diplomatic mission representatives. In many instances, the President, Deputy President and Cabinet Secretaries are accompanied by staff and other people) whose presence and services are totally irrelevant to the taxpayer who pays for their travel. There is no guideline in government regarding what is essential travel or who are essential personnel. In many instances, the work being done during these travels can be completed by foreign missions and the knowledge being sought can be learnt from the internet. *RETREATS* A similar wasteful practice is the going for retreats to do work that can be easily done at the office. In these retreats, all manner of staff members jump into the bus for the free tours. They collect allowances for these attendances while others, who never left the office, are also on the allowances list. But let's not go there. The second practice that I must mention in closing is training at the East and Southern Africa Management Institute at Arusha, Tanzania. Popularly known as ESAMI, this institute is a regional training centre owned by ten member governments to train senior government officers in critical areas of management. However, this Institute has become the place where some Permanent Secretaries sent their sycophants at the ministry and their girlfriends to while away their time and earn allowances. Many senior officers who qualify and deserve to go don't get a chance. Some people are known to have attended many times over while others wait for a single chance. And when they attend, they are not only paid full salary but are paid allowances that run into hundreds of thousands of shillings for being out of station. These are just some of the wasteful practices that are a culture in Kenya's civil service which the President should be addressing. I want to believe that he is not being briefed on the full picture but I remember that he has served for more than a decade as a Cabinet Minister and five years as a deputy Prime Minister.

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US SIGNALS A NEW ERA OF INTERNET GOVERNANCE IN ITS WILLINGNESS TO GIVE UP ICANN OVERSIGHT
by Ali Hussein 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

Listers Apologies for cross-posting. As the US signals its willingness to give up oversight of the Internet to a global multi-stakeholder constituent I can't seem to help but wonder whether I should repeat the old adage:- 'Be careful what you wish for'. In the aftermath of Snowdenia it is not unreasonable for us to have had the knee jerk reactions of the kind that erupted all over the world. Now the Multi-stakeholder community must have sober discourse, which must involve private sector for profit and do gooders, governments and the citizenry of the world at large. Even when this discourse degenerates into a Tower of Babel we must not loose sight of the ultimate goal:- A Free, Borderless Internet where information and commerce flows without the overpowering big brother oversight that the likes of Russia, China, Saudi Arabia and Iran seem to be advocating and which the US has been stealthily practicing behind everyone's back. Can we rise up to the challenge? http://m.us.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702303546204579439653103639452?mo… Countries like Kenya have the opportunity to take leadership in this new dispensation. I suggest that we do just that. May I humbly request the CS to convene a Multi-Stakeholder forum in the earliest possible time to craft a National Response and Position on this issue? I humbly submit that we CANNOT afford to remain on the sidelines while matters of National Importance that are being shaped by international events continue to pass us by. More importantly the 'Digital Government' MUST be seen to engage all stakeholders going forward. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Re: [kictanet] [ISOC_KE] SAVE THE DATE/TIME - Please join call on 15 March on NTIA announcement
by Grace Githaiga 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

Kelvin Please see below. You are invited to join Board Chair Steve Crocker and Fadi Chehadé on a brief community call to discuss Friday's announcement that stewardship of the Internet technical functions will transfer from the U.S. government to the Internet¹s global multistakeholder community. ICANN¹s role in managing these functions and the Domain Name System will not change. This call is just the beginning of a community-wide dialogue about the development of the transitional process. In the coming months, we will rely heavily on you, our community members, to determine the best way to achieve this long-awaited goal.I look forward to speaking with you soon, and in the future, on this important and exciting development. And please note, we had planned to talk to you about this on Sunday, but unfortunately the NTIA had to move their announcement up to today as it was leaked to the media. Saturday, 15 MarchTime is 14:00-15:00 UTC GMT/UTC - 14:00, SaturdayIstanbul - 16:00, SaturdayWashington, D.C. - 10:00, SaturdayLos Angeles - 07:00, SaturdayBrussels - 15:00, SaturdaySingapore - 22:00, SaturdayTokyo - 23:00, SaturdayLondon - 14:00, SaturdayToronto - 10:00, SaturdayStockholm - 15:00, SaturdayConference information:Conference Passcode: Participant passcode: 6123291 (for participants) US Toll Free Access Number: 866-297-1588US Access Number: 1-210-795-1143 International numbers - see below _____________________________________________________________________ Dial in numbers:Country Toll NumbersFreephone/ Toll Free NumberARGENTINA 0800-777-0498AUSTRALIA ADELAIDE: 61-8-8121-4863 1-800-758-196AUSTRALIA BRISBANE: 61-7-3102-0965 1-800-758-196AUSTRALIA CANBERRA: 61-2-6100-1965 1-800-758-196AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE: 61-3-9010-7734 1-800-758-196AUSTRALIA PERTH: 61-8-9467-5244 1-800-758-196AUSTRALIA SYDNEY: 61-2-8211-1396 1-800-758-196AUSTRIA 43-1-92-80-003 0800-677-861BELGIUM 32-1-150-0312 0800-4-9471BRAZIL 0800-8912026CHILE 1230-020-2453CHINA CHINA A: 86-400-810-4761 10800-712-1202CHINA CHINA B: 86-400-810-4761 10800-120-1202COLOMBIA 01800-9-156439CZECH REPUBLIC 420-2-25-98-56-16 800-700-168DENMARK 45-7014-0239 8088-2100ESTONIA 800-011-1121FINLAND 358-9-5424-7159 0-800-1-12771FRANCE LYON: 33-4-26-69-12-76 080-563-9909FRANCE MARSEILLE: 33-4-86-06-00-76 080-563-9909FRANCE PARIS: 33-1-70-75-25-35 080-563-9909GERMANY 49-69-2222-3198 0800-101-6627GREECE 30-80-1-100-0674 00800-12-6609HONG KONG 852-3001-3842 800-968-764HUNGARY 06-800-17241INDIA INDIA A: 000-800-852-1218INDIA INDIA B: 000-800-001-6283INDIA INDIA C: 1800-300-00461INDONESIA 001-803-011-3502IRELAND 353-1-247-5274 1800-992-870ISRAEL 1-80-9303035ITALY MILAN: 39-02-3601-0953 800-985-849JAPAN OSAKA: 81-6-7739-4764 0034-800-40-0719JAPAN TOKYO: 81-3-5539-5164 0034-800-40-0719LATVIA 8000-3098LUXEMBOURG 352-27-000-1351 MALAYSIA 1-800-80-8124MEXICO 001-866-627-0579NETHERLANDS 31-20-718-8530 0800-023-4392NEW ZEALAND 64-9-970-4646 0800-447-834NORWAY 47-21-59-00-49 800-15497PANAMA 011-001-800-5072083PERU 0800-53753PHILIPPINES 63-2-858-3710 POLAND 00-800-1211184PORTUGAL 8008-12439RUSSIA 8-10-8002-9873011SAUDI ARABIA 800-8-110076SINGAPORE 65-6883-9208 800-120-4284SLOVAK REPUBLIC 421-2-322-422-16 SOUTH AFRICA 080-09-93384SOUTH KOREA 82-2-6744-1062 00798-14800-6326SPAIN 34-91-414-40-78 800-098-194SWEDEN 46-8-505-96-328 0200-897-068SWITZERLAND 41-44-580-4210 0800-000-782TAIWAN 886-2-2795-7358 00801-137-694THAILAND 001-800-1206-65092UNITED KINGDOM BIRMINGHAM: 44-121-210-9016 0800-279-3590UNITED KINGDOM GLASGOW: 44-141-202-3216 0800-279-3590UNITED KINGDOM LEEDS: 44-113-301-2116 0800-279-3590UNITED KINGDOM LONDON: 44-20-7950-6551 0800-279-3590UNITED KINGDOM MANCHESTER:44-161-601-1416 0800-279-3590URUGUAY 000-413-598-3431USA 1-210-795-1143 866-297-1588VENEZUELA 0800-1-00-2797 Fadi Chehadé President & CEO ICANN +1.310.578.8690 Manager, CEO Office: Cassia Oliveira cassia.oliveira(a)icann.org +1.310.578.8656 CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke; isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke From: kelvin(a)skysys.co.ke Subject: Re: [ISOC_KE] SAVE THE DATE/TIME - Please join call on 15 March on NTIA announcement Date: Sat, 15 Mar 2014 07:48:01 -0400 To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com Do we have the confrence info yet ? RegardsKelvin Sent from my iPhone On Mar 15, 2014, at 2:44 AM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: @KivuvaSee the details below. The call should be 17 hours today. From: Glen(a)icann.org To: africann(a)afrinic.net Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 18:56:47 -0700 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] SAVE THE DATE/TIME - Please join call on 15 March on NTIA announcement You are invited to join Board Chair Steve Crocker and Fadi Chehadé on a brief community call to discuss Friday's announcement that stewardship of the Internet technical functions will transfer from the U.S. government to the Internet¹s global multistakeholder community. ICANN¹s role in managing these functions and the Domain Name System will not change.This call is just the beginning of a community-wide dialogue about the development of the transitional process. In the coming months, we will rely heavily on you, our community members, to determine the best way to achieve this long-awaited goal.I look forward to speaking with you soon, and in the future, on this important and exciting development. And please note, we had planned to talk to you about this on Sunday, but unfortunately the NTIA had to move their announcement up to today as it was leaked to the media. Saturday, 15 MarchTime is 1400-1500 UTC GMT/UTC - 14:00, SaturdayIstanbul - 16:00, SaturdayWashington, D.C. - 10:00, SaturdayLos Angeles - 07:00, SaturdayBrussels - 15:00, SaturdaySingapore - 22:00, SaturdayTokyo - 23:00, SaturdayLondon - 14:00, SaturdayToronto - 10:00, SaturdayStockholm - 15:00, SaturdayConference information will be sent later. Adigo has been having technical difficulties today; and we are looking for an alternative option.Fadi Chehadé President & CEO ICANN +1.310.578.8690 Manager, CEO Office: Cassia Oliveira cassia.oliveira(a)icann.org +1.310.578.8656 _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann <ATT00001>_______________________________________________ isoc mailing list isoc(a)orion.my.co.ke http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc

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In sudden announcement, US to give up control of DNS root zone
by Peter Ojiambo 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

In a historic decision on Friday, the United States has decided to give up control of the authoritative root zone file, which contains all names and addresses of all top-level domain names... Via Ars Technica http://zite.to/1grTE5s What are the greater implications of this decision?

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Fwd: [ALAC-Announce] ICANN News Alert -- Internet Technical Leaders Welcome IANA Globalization Progress
by Barrack Otieno 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

Fyi ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "ICANN At-Large Staff" <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Mar 15, 2014 2:20 AM Subject: [ALAC-Announce] ICANN News Alert -- Internet Technical Leaders Welcome IANA Globalization Progress To: "ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org" < ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Cc: [http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-14mar14-en.htm ________________________________ Internet Technical Leaders Welcome IANA Globalization Progress 14 March 2014 The leaders of the Internet technical organizations responsible for coordination of the Internet infrastructure (IETF, IAB, RIRs, ccTLD ROs, ICANN, ISOC, and W3C), welcome the US Government's announcement of the suggested changes related to the IANA functions contract. The roles on policy development processes of the Internet technical organizations and ICANN's role as administrator of the IANA functions, remain unchanged. The transition of the US Government stewardship has been envisaged since the early days of IANA functions contract. This transition is now feasible due to the maturity of the Internet technical organizations involved in performing their respective roles related to the IANA functions, and ICANN will facilitate a global, multi-stakeholder process to plan for the transition. The strength and stability of the IANA functions within the above organizations (which make up the Internet technical community) are critical to the operation of the Internet. The processes around the IANA functions have always been carefully specified in the communities that our organizations represent. The IANA functions are faithfully administered by ICANN. We are committed to continuing our proven, community-driven processes as we engage in this transition. Our communities are already considering proposals to progress the transition. Our organizations are committed to open and transparent multi-stakeholder processes. We are also committed to further strengthening our processes and agreements related to the IANA functions, and to building on the existing organizations and their roles. The Internet technical community is strong enough to continue its role, while assuming the stewardship function as it transitions from the US Government. Participating Leaders * Adiel A. Akplogan, CEO African Network Information Center (AFRINIC) * Barrack Otieno, Manager, The African Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD) * Paul Wilson, Director General Asia-Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) * Don Hollander, General Manager Asia Pacific Top Level Domain Association (APTLD) * John Curran, CEO American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) * Peter Van Roste, General Manager, Council for European National Top Level Domain Registries (CENTR) * Russ Housley, Chair Internet Architecture Board (IAB) * Fadi Chehadé, President and CEO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) * Jari Arkko, Chair Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) * Kathy Brown, President and CEO Internet Society (ISOC) * Raúl Echeberría, CEO Latin America and Caribbean Internet Addresses Registry (LACNIC) * Carolina Aguerre, General Manager, Latin American and Caribbean TLD Association (LACTLD) * Axel Pawlik, Managing Director Réseaux IP Européens Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) * Jeff Jaffe, CEO World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) _______________________________________________ ALAC-Announce mailing list ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac-announce At-Large Official Site: http://www.atlarge.icann.org

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Kenya's Internet domain market set for a shakeup - Part II
by Grace Githaiga 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

NTIA Announces Intent to Transition Key Internet Domain Name Functions Topics: ICANNDomain Name SystemPrinter-friendly version FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 14, 2014News Media Contact: NTIA, Office of Public Affairs, (202) 482-7002, press(a)ntia.doc.gov WASHINGTON – To support and enhance the multistakeholder model of Internet policymaking and governance, the U.S. Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today announces its intent to transition key Internet domain name functions to the global multistakeholder community. As the first step, NTIA is asking the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) to convene global stakeholders to develop a proposal to transition the current role played by NTIA in the coordination of the Internet’s domain name system (DNS). NTIA’s responsibility includes the procedural role of administering changes to the authoritative root zone file – the database containing the lists of names and addresses of all top-level domains – as well as serving as the historic steward of the DNS. NTIA currently contracts with ICANN to carry out the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions and has a Cooperative Agreement with Verisign under which it performs related root zone management functions. Transitioning NTIA out of its role marks the final phase of the privatization of the DNS as outlined by the U.S. Government in 1997. “The timing is right to start the transition process,” said Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information Lawrence E. Strickling. “We look forward to ICANN convening stakeholders across the global Internet community to craft an appropriate transition plan.” ICANN is uniquely positioned, as both the current IANA functions contractor and the global coordinator for the DNS, as the appropriate party to convene the multistakeholder process to develop the transition plan. NTIA has informed ICANN that it expects that in the development of the proposal, ICANN will work collaboratively with the directly affected parties, including the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), the Internet Architecture Board (IAB), the Internet Society (ISOC), the Regional Internet Registries (RIRs), top level domain name operators, VeriSign, and other interested global stakeholders. NTIA has communicated to ICANN that the transition proposal must have broad community support and address the following four principles: Support and enhance the multistakeholder model;Maintain the security, stability, and resiliency of the Internet DNS;Meet the needs and expectation of the global customers and partners of the IANA services; and, Maintain the openness of the Internet. Consistent with the clear policy expressed in bipartisan resolutions of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives (S.Con.Res.50 and H.Con.Res.127), which affirmed the United States support for the multistakeholder model of Internet governance, NTIA will not accept a proposal that replaces the NTIA role with a government-led or an inter-governmental organization solution. >From the inception of ICANN, the U.S. Government and Internet stakeholders envisioned that the U.S. role in the IANA functions would be temporary. The Commerce Department’s June 10, 1998 Statement of Policy stated that the U.S. Government “is committed to a transition that will allow the private sector to take leadership for DNS management.” ICANN as an organization has matured and taken steps in recent years to improve its accountability and transparency and its technical competence. At the same time, international support continues to grow for the multistakeholder model of Internet governance as evidenced by the continued success of the Internet Governance Forum and the resilient stewardship of the various Internet institutions. While stakeholders work through the ICANN-convened process to develop a transition proposal, NTIA’s current role will remain unchanged. The current IANA functions contract expires September 30, 2015. For further information see: IANA Functions and Related Root Zone Management Transition Questions and Answers About NTIANTIA is the Executive Branch agency that advises the President on telecommunications and information policy issues. NTIA’s programs and policymaking focus largely on expanding broadband Internet access and adoption in America, expanding the use of spectrum by all users, and ensuring that the Internet remains an engine for continued innovation and economic growth. To find out more about NTIA, visitwww.ntia.doc.gov. On Tue, Feb 4, 2014 at 7:28 PM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: One notable difference from South Africa that is emerging in the Kenyan case is that the Kenyan regulator intends to assume its regulatory oversight over the dot.KE name space. This is as per the amended, Kenya Information Communication Act, 2009 and as recently emphasized in a post to the KICTAnet list by the CCK communication manager, Mr. Christopher Wambua. It will be interesting to see what role KENIC will be left to play, once this de-facto, self-regulation practice is taken away. In yet another posting to the KICTAnet list, Prof. Jimmy Macharia, the current KENIC Chairman envisions KENIC retaining its administrative control over both the ccTLD and the Second Level Domains. This is quite different from the South African case where the second level domain management and administration is outsourced to different entities. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/Kenyas-Internet-Domain-Set-for-a-Sh… _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/bitange%40jambo.co.ke The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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SAVE THE DATE/TIME - Please join call on 15 March on NTIA announcement
by Grace Githaiga 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

@KivuvaSee the details below. The call should be 17 hours today. From: Glen(a)icann.org To: africann(a)afrinic.net Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 18:56:47 -0700 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] SAVE THE DATE/TIME - Please join call on 15 March on NTIA announcement You are invited to join Board Chair Steve Crocker and Fadi Chehadé on a brief community call to discuss Friday's announcement that stewardship of the Internet technical functions will transfer from the U.S. government to the Internet¹s global multistakeholder community. ICANN¹s role in managing these functions and the Domain Name System will not change.This call is just the beginning of a community-wide dialogue about the development of the transitional process. In the coming months, we will rely heavily on you, our community members, to determine the best way to achieve this long-awaited goal.I look forward to speaking with you soon, and in the future, on this important and exciting development. And please note, we had planned to talk to you about this on Sunday, but unfortunately the NTIA had to move their announcement up to today as it was leaked to the media. Saturday, 15 MarchTime is 1400-1500 UTC GMT/UTC - 14:00, SaturdayIstanbul - 16:00, SaturdayWashington, D.C. - 10:00, SaturdayLos Angeles - 07:00, SaturdayBrussels - 15:00, SaturdaySingapore - 22:00, SaturdayTokyo - 23:00, SaturdayLondon - 14:00, SaturdayToronto - 10:00, SaturdayStockholm - 15:00, SaturdayConference information will be sent later. Adigo has been having technical difficulties today; and we are looking for an alternative option.Fadi Chehadé President & CEO ICANN +1.310.578.8690 Manager, CEO Office: Cassia Oliveira cassia.oliveira(a)icann.org +1.310.578.8656 _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann

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Share your views on how Kenya manages its online assets- Kenya Cyber Security Strategy Input
by Phyllis Nyambura 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Listers, You can now participate in the review of the Draft Cyber Security Strategy by sending your comments to *cybersecuritystrategy(a)ict.go.ke <cybersecuritystrategy(a)ict.go.ke>* by *Friday, 28th March, 2014.* Download the Draft Cybersecurity Strategy at http://goo.gl/6CyMRO<http://upload.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2F6CyMRO&h=2AQHX7RG1…> The strategy, prepared by the Ministry of ICT will address loopholes in Information Security. It is aimed at providing the Government with the implementation plans to protect Kenya's ICT cyber assets. *Why should you do so?* Even with current investments in ICT by the government, banking and telecommunications sectors, there are still serious security loopholes and most organizations do not factor the possible risks while setting up systems. With evidence of increasing online vulnerabilities, the Government of Kenya (GoK) and leaders in the private sector need to make improvements to their Cybersecurity infrastructure. Private and public organizations are required to invest in information security systems to prevent hackers from accessing their networks, systems and data. *Outcome:* Comprehensive new strategy document that will guide the management of Cybersecurity issues in the country. You can also write to: The Principal Secretary, Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology, P.O. Box 30095-00100, Nairobi, Kenya Kind Regards, Phyllis Nyambura Communication The ICT Authority Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave P.O. Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya t: + 254-020-2211960/62 | m: + 254 (0) 789396433 | e: pnyambura(a)ict.go.ke Visit: www.ict.go.ke Become a fan: www.facebook.com/ICTAuthorityKE <http://www.facebook.com/kenyaictboard> Follow us on twitter: @ICTAuthorityKE --------------------- -- ICT Authority Telposta Towers 12th Floor, Kenyatta Ave PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254 20 2089061 www.icta.go.ke

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Government to stop accepting manual payments in 3 weeks
by Dennis Kioko 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Hi Taxpayers, An article in yesterday's Standard quotes the Information CS as saying government will stop accepting "manual" payments in 3 weeks. If that does happen, it will go quite a long way in stemming revenue leaks and improving service delivery for the government, saving the tax payer in revenue losses and increasing efficiency and service delivery. Let us all pray and fast that it really does happen https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/mobile/?articleID=2000106758&story_title=st… -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/>

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Re: [kictanet] Board cancels tender awarded to Olive Technologies to supply Standard One
by meshack emakunat 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

I like the old ICT board. Better it got involved in the discussions and policy advocacy ------------------------------ On Thu, Mar 13, 2014 2:11 PM PDT Mark Mwangi wrote: >As usual KICTANET is all talk little action outside the emails. I am yet to >see a revolution conducted by virtual means. > > >On Thu, Mar 13, 2014 at 5:19 PM, Lawrence Njogu <lnjogu(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > >> The ICTA board has the mandate to take a strategic approach to manage >> public sector policy formulation, strategic planning and supervision of ICT >> projects (from initiation to implementation). The schools laptop project is >> not a one off procurement and implementation initiative. It is supposed to >> be a multi-year engagement that will require h/ware and s/ware refresh >> every x years as the children progress through the school system. The >> procurement process is fully ingrained in the whole technology road map and >> vision realization. So, the entity that is in charge of developing ICT >> standards and policies within the government (read ICTA) should be fully >> engaged throughout the process as a stakeholder....not necessarily by >> running the show, but by engaging with the MoE to provide guidance and >> oversight. These government entities cannot succeed in technology their >> missions by working in silos. >> >> ------------------------------ >> From: Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com >> Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 02:49:03 -0700 >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Board cancels tender awarded to Olive Technologies >> to supply Standard One >> CC: kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> To: lnjogu(a)hotmail.com >> >> >> Great debate. Here is the mandate of ICTA from their website. As you can >> see, they should drive everything ICT. I hope PS Mr. Joseph Tiampati or >> Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiangi or ICTA CEO Dr. Victor Kyalo can >> contribute to the debate, even if the environment is as hot as it is. >> >> The ICT Authority shall enforce ICT standards in Government and enhance >> the supervision of its electronic communication under the national message, *"One >> Government, One Voice".* >> >> The following are the *functions of the ICT Authority:* >> >> - Set and enforce ICT standards & guidelines for the human resource, >> infrastructure, processes and system and technology for the public office >> and public service; and >> - Deploy and manage all ICT staff in the public service; >> - Facilitate and regulate the design, implementation and use of ICTs >> in the public service; >> - Promote ICT literacy and capacity; >> - Promote e-Government services; >> - Facilitate optimal electronic, electronic form, electronic record >> and equipment use in public service; >> - Promote ICT Innovation and enterprise; >> - Establish, develop & Maintain secure ICT Infrastructure & Systems >> - Supervise the design, development and implementation of critical ICT >> Projects across the Public Service. >> - Implement & Manage the Kenya National Spatial Data Initiative >> >> >> ______________________ >> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya. >> twitter.com/lordmwesh >> >> >> On 13 March 2014 01:10, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >> >> +1 Ngigi >> >> >> *Ali Hussein* >> >> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> >> Twitter: @AliHKassim >> >> Skype: abu-jomo >> >> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >> >> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> >> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will >> have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Mar 13, 2014, at 10:33 AM, Ngigi Waithaka <ngigi(a)at.co.ke> wrote: >> >> Listers, >> >> IMO, KICTA ought to be smack-right in the middle of this! >> >> I don't know why we take ICT to be any different from any other Industry. >> As an example, if MoE wanted to build a 100 Storey Structure, wouldn't they >> have to involve Public Works in making the specifications for the building >> as well as evaluating the bids from the various contractors? >> >> But, when it comes to ICT, all over a sudden, everyone is an *expert*. MoE >> simply has no skills and expertise in-house to make the specifications, >> evaluate and project manage a project of this scope. >> >> The problem is, Cabinet Secretary ICT, quiet; KICT CEO quiet. Are we then >> surprised when these tenders end up going to the 'dogs'? >> >> Regards >> >> >> On Thu, Mar 13, 2014 at 9:48 AM, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: >> >> Walu, Roy >> >> I respectfully disagree. One of the mandates of the ICTA is project >> management of key ICT initiatives. ( I stand corrected if I'm wrong). If >> you ask me, beyond policy, which I believe we are on top of, one of the key >> problems IT initiatives suffer from is Project Management of Government ICT >> Projects. This could also be one way of killing the corrupt networks that >> still seem to exist in the country. >> >> *Ali Hussein* >> >> +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 >> >> Twitter: @AliHKassim >> >> Skype: abu-jomo >> >> LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim<http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> >> >> Blog: www.alyhussein.com >> >> "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will >> have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Mar 13, 2014, at 8:51 AM, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> wrote: >> >> >> >> @Roy, totally agree. ICT Authority is a policy level entity and in an >> ideal world should remain so. >> >> But you and I know Kenya is decades away from an ideal environment. Put >> simply, in Kenya if you dont control the money(read procurement) you can as >> well write and file your policies for "sunday morning" reading. >> >> walu. >> >> ------------------------------ >> On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 9:01 PM AST (Arabian) Paul Roy wrote: >> >> Sorry Kivuva I don't see why ICTA should be involved with an education >> >> project. The argument that anything computers is ICTA's responsibility is >> >> totally wrong. ICTA should spearhead policy issues and not meddle in >> >> procurement woes. >> >> >> Let me hear from ICTA on strategic initiative rather than wallowing in the >> >> muck of avarice! >> >> >> pro >> >> >> >> On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 4:43 PM, Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> >> wrote: >> >> >> This sounds like a good opportunity for us to drive the process. Remember, >> >> "The People Who Are Crazy Enough to Think They Can Change the World, Are >> >> the Ones Who Do." - Apple Inc. >> >> >> My President His excellency Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy have minced no >> >> words that they want no wastage in government. I too will not want to see >> >> my hard earned 30% PAYE and 16% VAT, and (insert other taxes here) going to >> >> waste. We have the chance to hold the bull by the horn. We have executive >> >> blessings. >> >> A little positive energy will go a long way to achieve our goals. We can >> >> lobby for ICTA to spearhead the exercise, and ensure we only explore the >> >> best model that will give advantage to ALL students "Standard 1 to Standard >> >> 8". Something like a laboratory, which will be an investment that can take >> >> 5 years before replenishment. The laptops were a champaign pledge, but >> >> Jubilee is no more campaigning. They need sound advice from the experts. >> >> Community input will help us identify the best path to take. >> >> >> And we can achieve this, even if it means going to the streets and getting >> >> support from Boniface Mwangi and Oki Okiya Okoiti Omtata. >> >> >> Which path will we take? >> >> >> ______________________ >> >> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya. >> >> twitter.com/lordmwesh >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> kictanet mailing list >> >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/roykoikai%40gmail.com >> >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled gro

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Re: [kictanet] Board cancels tender awarded to Olive Technologies to supply Standard One
by Walubengo J 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

@Roy, totally agree. ICT Authority is a policy level entity and in an ideal world should remain so. But you and I know Kenya is decades away from an ideal environment. Put simply, in Kenya if you dont control the money(read procurement) you can as well write and file your policies for "sunday morning" reading. walu. ------------------------------ On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 9:01 PM AST (Arabian) Paul Roy wrote: >Sorry Kivuva I don't see why ICTA should be involved with an education >project. The argument that anything computers is ICTA's responsibility is >totally wrong. ICTA should spearhead policy issues and not meddle in >procurement woes. > >Let me hear from ICTA on strategic initiative rather than wallowing in the >muck of avarice! > >pro > > >On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 4:43 PM, Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: > >> This sounds like a good opportunity for us to drive the process. Remember, >> "The People Who Are Crazy Enough to Think They Can Change the World, Are >> the Ones Who Do." - Apple Inc. >> >> My President His excellency Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy have minced no >> words that they want no wastage in government. I too will not want to see >> my hard earned 30% PAYE and 16% VAT, and (insert other taxes here) going to >> waste. We have the chance to hold the bull by the horn. We have executive >> blessings. >> A little positive energy will go a long way to achieve our goals. We can >> lobby for ICTA to spearhead the exercise, and ensure we only explore the >> best model that will give advantage to ALL students "Standard 1 to Standard >> 8". Something like a laboratory, which will be an investment that can take >> 5 years before replenishment. The laptops were a champaign pledge, but >> Jubilee is no more campaigning. They need sound advice from the experts. >> Community input will help us identify the best path to take. >> >> And we can achieve this, even if it means going to the streets and getting >> support from Boniface Mwangi and Oki Okiya Okoiti Omtata. >> >> Which path will we take? >> >> ______________________ >> Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya. >> twitter.com/lordmwesh >> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/roykoikai%40gmail.com >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > > > >-- >"Change is slow and gradual. It requires hardwork, a bit of >luck, a fair amount of self-sacrifice and a lot of patience." > >Roy.

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Awards for women working towards the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in technology
by Dorcas Muthoni 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Dear Colleagues, Thousands of women throughout the world are leading technological innovation. They often go unnoticed and unrewarded. The Anita Borg Institute has created a set of awards to honor these distinguished women and those who are working towards the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in technology. Please review this brief summary of the awards currently open and nominate a deserving team or candidate or forward this information to someone who might be interested. Social Impact ABIE Award 2014 nominations now open - Deadline is May 15, 2014 The Award for Social Impact recognizes individuals who have made a positive impact on women, technology, and society. The recipient will be honored at the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing in Phoenix, Arizona in October 2014. Change Agent ABIE Awards 2014 nominations now open - Deadline is May 15, 2014 The Change Agent Awards celebrate the accomplishments of rising technical women leaders from outside the United States, with an emphasis on developing countries, whose work results in social, cultural, and/or behavioral change. The award covers the winners' expenses to attend the conference. The award recipients will be honored at the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing in Phoenix, Arizona in October 2014. Please let me know if you have questions about the Social Impact ABIE Award or the Change Agent ABIE Awards. Thank you, Muthoni

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] TOR- Communication Expert for ARB
by Barrack Otieno 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

FYI ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Betel Hailu <hailu(a)isoc.org> Date: Thu, Mar 13, 2014 at 5:35 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] TOR- Communication Expert for ARB To: "africann(a)afrinic.net" <africann(a)afrinic.net> Hi all, Kindly help us spread the news to the attached open vacancy that we are looking to fill urgently at the Internet Society, Africa Regional Bureau. Feel free to forward it to your networks. Kind regards, Betel Hailu ___________________________________________________ Betel Hailu Project Coordinator Mobile : +251 911 24 31 01 Skype : betty.hailu Internet Society (ISOC) www.InternetSociety.org <http://www.internetsociety.org/> _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277+254721325277 +254-20-2498789+254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno http://www.otienobarrack.me.ke/ Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

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Only 10 days to go for #Idlelo6 Conference 24th - 28th March 2014 Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
by John Matogo 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

> > Dear colleagues, > A reminder of the Idlelo 6 conference that is now only 10 days away. Online registration is open. Payments can be made at the gate. Register now and secure your slot, we have limited capacity for participation. > > Just a reminder on the coming #Idlelo6 conference that will take place in > Nairobi from 24th - 28th March at Strathmore University. > > Lined up are a series of exciting technical training sessions that were > requested for by the open source community from all over Africa. Following > this are great presentations and discussions by those who responded to the > earlier call for papers. See the programme at this link: > http://idlelo.net/content/sessions . > > There are also topical discussions on Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) > tools for GIS to facilate resource planning, Open Data, Case Studies on > FOSS tools for Revenue collection, Open Education Resources, FOSS for > Education and many more. > > Registration is open, there are limited spaces especially for the training > sessions, it is advisable to register as soon as possible at this site: > http://idlelo.net/content/idlelo-6-conference-registration > > Let us come together as an Open Source Community at the Idlelo 6 > Conference. See attached poster. > > Kindly share this widely and wildly with other colleagues in your various > networks. > > > Regards, > > John Matogo > Manager > Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica > Strathmore University > P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA > Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) > Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 > Skype: jmatogo > Twitter: @jmatogo > LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu > Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ > > -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Curious call for supply of typewriters: Ministry of LANDS!
by Bob Omondi 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

If at all this is true, then we surely need to know the rationale! http://www.nation.co.ke/news/politics/Lands-ministry-typewriters-Tender/-/1… Regards Bob.

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Fwd: Deloitte report - The Future of Telecoms in Africa
by Ali Hussein 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Listers For this of you who may not have seen this report. Its a compelling read. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: Nikhil Hira <nhira(a)deloitte.co.ke> > Date: March 13, 2014 at 8:00:06 AM GMT+3 > To: Ali <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > Subject: Deloitte report - The Future of Telecoms in Africa > Reply-To: nhira(a)deloitte.co.ke > > > East Africa > > Dear Ali > > Following our successful launch of the 2014 TMT Predictions last month, we are pleased to share with you yet another piece of thought leadership relevant to the telecommunications sector. > > Africa can no longer be considered the Dark Continent. Given the rate at which mobile connectivity is growing, it seems only natural that the way business is done will change. But how will Telco’s embrace this change and are they even ready for it? > > Deloitte has recently completed an in-depth analysis of the African Telecommunications market, its trends, and the drivers of it. We are convinced that there will be consolidation in the telecommunications sector and inevitably more inbound investment as the market opens up and the economic returns improve. Locally we are already seeing this take place with the recent announcement by Safaricom and Airtel of their intended purchase of Yu Mobile. > > Indigenous companies, foreign investors, and global players have all made significant investment into the continent or certainly parts of it. Even governments are waking up to the opportunity to regulate and to auction spectrum and licences. > > While the future shape is still far from clear, we see four potential scenarios: > > Winner takes all – as the markets consolidate quicker than most operators can respond; > Turf wars continue as new and existing operators battle it out for the profitable market and are joined by banks trying to protect their core business against mobile payments; > New entrants come into the market from adjacent sectors with greater added value than the traditional carriers – foreign media and even advertising groups are viewing telcos as a readymade channel to market; Equity bank recently applied to the CCK for a licence to become a Mobile Virtual Network Operator; and > Owning the hearts, minds, and wallets of consumers is the end goal. Will telcos, who have laid the foundation for connectivity and access, be the winners; or will it be global technology groups, the banks, media, advertisers or retailer giants? > The impact is not just on the industry incumbents, but on all players in their respective value chains (hardware, software, services and people provisioning) as they reposition their offerings to keep in step with an unchartered end-state. > > Click here to download the full report > > Yours Sincerely > > Nikhil Hira > TMT Leader > Deloitte East Africa > Tel +254 (0)20 423 000 > nhira(a)deloitte.co.ke > > Please consider the environment before printing > > Home | Security | Legal | Privacy > > Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/aboutfor a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited and its member firms. > > "Deloitte" is the brand under which tens of thousands of dedicated professionals in independent firms throughout the world collaborate to provide audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk management, and tax services to selected clients. These firms are members of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL), a UK private company limited by guarantee. Each member firm provides services in a particular geographic area and is subject to the laws and professional regulations of the particular country or countries in which it operates. DTTL does not itself provide services to clients. DTTL and each DTTL member firm are separate and distinct legal entities, which cannot obligate each other. DTTL and each DTTL member firm are liable only for their own acts or omissions and not those of each other. Each DTTL member firm is structured differently in accordance with national laws, regulations, customary practice, and other factors, and may secure the provision of professional services in its territory through subsidiaries, affiliates, and/or other entities. > > © 2014 Deloitte & Touche. All rights reserved. Member of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited > > > > Unsubscribe | Update my profile | View PDF | Pause subscription > > Email powered by > > This email was sent to ali(a)hussein.me.ke on 2014-03-13 > Deloitte & Touche is intended for opt in communication only. If you feel this email is unsolicited please report it to us.

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Fwd: Ford Foundation seeks Global Internet Rights Program Officer
by Alice Munyua 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Dear all, This might be of interest to some. Best Alice Begin forwarded message: > From: "Duggins, Kamilah" > Date: March 12, 2014 at 22:53:40 GMT+3 > To: "alice(a)apc.org" <alice(a)apc.org> > > I hope this note finds you well. I am writing to request your help in identifying candidates to serve as the Ford Foundation’s Program Officer focused on Global Internet Rights. > please share the attached position announcement widely with colleagues to help us identify a strong and diverse candidate pool. If there are any listservs, e-newsletters, LinkedIn groups or blogs that reach the audience we might be interested in, please share that information with me as well. > > The foundation seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to build on Ford’s rich legacy in and commitment to promoting universal access, open systems and clear protections for the public in the Internet environment. The Program Officer will manage a portfolio of grants and other activities to support a robust field of organizations doing work primarily in the Global South as part of the foundation’s Democracy, Rights and Justice Program. This is a new position in a newly created unit, and an amazing opportunity for the right candidate. > > The current priorities of the work are to: > > promote economic and social protections in the Internet environment > create ubiquitous, inexpensive and safe Internet access > broaden the participation of marginalized groups through targeted strategies for digital inclusion > create a competitive marketplace for innovation and access > promote open and transparent technology systems > advance fair and representative strategies for Internet governance > > Ideal candidates will be unafraid of technology, policy and coalition building; have a bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years’ professional experience working with media, technology and policy organizations internationally or within a global context; and substantial previous experience in and deep knowledge of Internet policy. Also required is excellent analytical, organizational and written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to conceptualize program ideas and develop innovative strategies; strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. > > This position is based in our New York office. Fluency in English is required. > > > To apply, please visit http://www.fordfoundation.org/careers/jobs/415. > > > We greatly appreciate any consideration and assistance you can lend to this important search. > > > Sincerely, > > > Talent Acquisition Specialist > 320 East 43rd Street > New York, NY 10017 > www.fordfoundation.org > > > > > >

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School laptop tender cancelled
by Lawrence Njogu 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

News flash http://standardmedia.co.ke/?articleID=2000106658&story_title=sh24-6b-school… How could they award a LARGE contract like this without doing due diligence? I can't imagine that they had not reviewed the company financials thoroughly. It seems like the only selection criteria used was on cost basis. Even with these new developments, I still find it troubling that the review board directed the tendering process to undertake fresh re-tendering and start from the Best And Final Offer (Bafo) stage. This project needs to be scrapped all together...or redefine the objectives and approach.

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Board cancels tender awarded to Olive Technologies to supply Standard One
by Grace Githaiga 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

The Public Procurement Administrative Review Board has cancelled the tender award to Indian firm Olive Technologies to supply and install laptops for Standard One Pupils. In a ruling made Wednesday afternoon, the board chaired by Josephine Mong'are reversed the tender and ordered the procurement committee to retender within 45 days. The board said its decision was informed by the fact that Olive Technologies lacked financial ability to carry out the project. http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/?articleID=2000106648&story_title=standard-o…

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Yu acquisition proposal to regulator
by ICT Researcher 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Airtel, Safaricom seek to buy Essar’s Yu in Kenya - Safaricom will get Yu’s infrastructure, while Airtel is expected to acquire Yu’s subscriber base<http://www.livemint.com/Industry/BZZuR21BJsoJf6jksBhnVN/Airtel-Safaricom-se…> Considering the profoundly adverse Triopoly consumer choice consequences, Should the regulator not initiate a public consultation before decision making?

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Re: [kictanet] Start-up Attention Shifting from Kenya to Nigeria?
by James Mbugua 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

True true. Like it is said, Feedback is a gift. We do need to listen to such views and ask ourselves if they are true. At the same time, we need to look at technology as more than mobile apps. There is precious little discussed here about energy, automotive, engineering, materials science, biotechnology and so on. We need to expand our discussion beyond internet policies and mobile apps. That is what will make us a tech hub. J -----Original Message----- From: "Phares Kariuki" <pkariuki(a)gmail.com> Sent: ‎3/‎11/‎2014 10:02 PM To: "jgmbugua(a)gmail.com" <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Start-up Attention Shifting from Kenya to Nigeria? Hype shouldn't matter. Germany is huge in manufacturing, even if a lot of the focus is on China. Hype only matters if Kenya exists purely to be validated by third parties. If we have good product, hype regardless, our sector will thrive. There's an old adage, "good marketing makes a bad product fall faster". Sent from my mobile device, excuse brevity On 11 Mar 2014, at 21:40, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: What's missing in that story which I think is important is the story of Demo Africa being hosted in Nigeria this year. Critical in that is the open arms that the demo team were received with by the highest levels of the Nigerian government in the ICT Sector. http://www.cio.co.ke/news/top-stories/demo-africa-2014-set-for-nigeria-in-s…. We have always been masters of the hype which has its value in the scheme of things. Now we are loosing the hype to Nigeria and Rwanda. Maybe it's not such a bad thing so that we can move beyond the hype and start doing. Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad On Mar 11, 2014, at 4:26 PM, Kivuva <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com> wrote: Not really, we've been there, done that. And I still maintain, put PR and confidence ahead, everything else to follow ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya. twitter.com/lordmwesh .co.ke CRAZY OFFER @ Ksh1000+VAT, .me.ke CRAZY OFFER @Ksh250+VAT, while stocks last On 11 March 2014 05:42, Gideon <gideonrop(a)gmail.com> wrote: Interesting read here, Start-up Attention Shifting from Kenya to Nigeria? http://www.africa-assets.com/news/guest-post-start-attention-shifting-kenya… Regards Gideon Rop _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/kivuva%40transworldaf… The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/pkariuki%40gmail.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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Start-up Attention Shifting from Kenya to Nigeria?
by Gideon 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

Interesting read here, Start-up Attention Shifting from Kenya to Nigeria? http://www.africa-assets.com/news/guest-post-start-attention-shifting-kenya… Regards Gideon Rop

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Kili: New service seeks to get companies to think local in cloud computing
by Kivuva 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

Kili: New service seeks to get companies to think local in cloud computing Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2000106576/kili-new-service… By Lillian Kiarie Kenya: Adam Nelson, a New Yorker, has found greener pastures in Kenya. The American moved to the country last year and has launched a service that allows organisations to use local cloud infrastructure to support their operations. What is Kili all about? Kili is a cloud infrastructure service that allows companies and organisations to deploy applications in Kenya. Right now, virtually all Internet applications used in Kenya are hosted either in Europe or the US. But, it's not just web and mobile apps that will benefit from this technology, but also banks and enterprises that need to design disaster recovery scenarios for their data or to deploy internal applications for their branch networks. Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2000106576/kili-new-service… ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya. twitter.com/lordmwesh

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Digital government?
by Andrea Bohnstedt 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

Bit underwhelmed by this: http://www.kenya.go.ke/ Full of typos and non-existent links, and a bit randomly structured. Regards, Andrea

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Its Official - Orange is reviewing its operations in East Africa
by Ali Hussein 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

Listers Apologies for cross-posting. A Strategic Review is usually a euphemism for preparing to exit. I'm surprised it's taken this long for Orange to come to the conclusion that its position is no longer tenable. Even the laziest Board will eventually blanch at so much red ink.. CAK will eventually be faced with an interesting scenario... We are indeed living in interesting times.. Even as Orange is complaining of losses, I have at least five lines that haven't worked for a year despite letters from CAK asking them to explain. Is it a wonder then it is in the condition it is in? http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Corporate-News/Orange-weighs-options-for… Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim Blog: www.alyhussein.com "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Hosting options for kenya
by Ray Keller 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

Hello Friends I am looking for some help from experts in this list, I have a content rich website which will be used by users in kenya. Can you suggest me where I can host it? Rates I got from safaricom is very high. Is there any cloud service which I can use and rates are comparable to amazon. Critical points are me 1. As it is content base site so data transfer will be very high 2. Latency is critical factor 3. Uptime Which countries has direct pipe connection with kenya? I am looking for cost effective prices either in kenya or data centers which are directly connected with kenya. Please help. Regards Ray Sent from iPhone

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And what would be our contribution to the Salary Pay-Cut Debate?
by Ngigi Waithaka 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

Listers, A bit off-the-cuff, but nevertheless, it affects us all, and maybe, we could come up with a common proposal about the recent announcements that the top guys are taking a payroll cut! Now, if we are to spin this around, the amount of money that is going to be left on the table, looked at as a % of the total salaries would will be negligible. Also, once this money is returned to general GoK cash pool it will just get 'eaten' the same way 30% of our total revenue collection gets 'eaten'. I wonder, what if we are to propose some projects right around the whole country, that could be funded by these 'refunded' monies? Say we can collect Ksh5M / month from these refunds, this is enough money that on a round-robin basis could be used to setup a computer lab in a National School and I think the effect would be a lot more than returning this money to the Ksh 1 Trillion Pool. Mr Cabinet Secretary, would this work? -- *Regards,* *Wait**haka Ngigi* Chief Executive Officer | Alliance Technologies | MCK Nairobi Synod Building T + 254 (0) 20 2333 471 |Office Mobile: +254 786 28 28 28 | M + 254 737 811 000 www.at.co.ke

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Re: [kictanet] FW: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run
by Grace Githaiga 09 Mar '14

09 Mar '14

Thank you Dakitari. RgdsGrace Date: Fri, 7 Mar 2014 07:05:37 +0300 Subject: Re: [kictanet] FW: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run From: bndemo(a)bitangendemo.me To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com CC: bitange(a)jambo.co.ke; kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke GG,The review of Mark Zukerberg at the MWC in Barcelona. : http://www.mobileworldlive.com/facebook-keynote-review-paneland http://www.mobileworldlive.com/facebook-keynote-review-panel Ndemo. On Thu, Mar 6, 2014 at 1:35 PM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> wrote: @ Lordmwesh @ Barrack Please see below. Would you be interested in us making a KICTANet/ISOC-K submission or would you rather join other efforts? You could inbox me. RgdsG Date: Thu, 6 Mar 2014 13:22:20 +0300 From: lillian(a)cipesa.org To: africs-ig(a)lists.apc.org CC: African-ig-school(a)lists.apc.org Subject: [africs-ig] Fwd: Africa ICT/IG Community Contribution to Netmundial Meeting Dear all, We are in the process of developing a submission Netmundial Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance taking place in Brazil next month. Please see email below for your input. We have only today to get all inputs for the final doc (currently available in google link provided) Thanks, ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Towela Nyirenda - Jere <towelan(a)nepad.org> Date: Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 4:39 PM Subject: Africa ICT/IG Community Contribution to Netmundial Meeting To: "Africann(a)afrinic.net" <Africann(a)afrinic.net> Cc: Dandjinou Pierre <pdandjinou(a)gmail.com>, "Nnenna Nwakanma (nnenna75(a)gmail.com)" <nnenna75(a)gmail.com>, "lillian(a)cipesa.org" <lillian(a)cipesa.org> Dear All, The African ICT Community on the AISI-Dgroups list has initiated a contribution to the Netmundial Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance taking place in Brazil in April (www.netmundial.br ). I have been asked to coordinate with Nnenna and Lillian the consolidation of inputs and we aim to finalise the draft by 7th March in order to meet the March 8th deadline. We are thus seeking your contributions to the attached initial draft (French text on first page, followed by English text ). While you may be making contributions through other channels, it can only serve to strengthen our respective voices to also have this contribution from interested African stakeholders working in the ICT/IG space. We hope that you will take the time to add your voice to this document and look forward to receiving your contributions. The document is also available on Google Drive https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2K-XdmXYQ5cUTRnSEp1RXdOOFU/edit?usp=shari… Regards, Towela -- Lillian Nalwoga CIPESA www.cipesa.org +256 712 204335 _______________________________________________ AfriCS-IG mailing list Info and options: http://lists.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/africs-ig To unsubscribe, email africs-ig-unsubscribe(a)lists.apc.org _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/bitange%40jambo.co.ke The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.

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Fw: Fwd: Fwd: [Everyone-jnb] Fwd: Africa Connected. Your votes count!
by Network of non- formal Educational institutions 07 Mar '14

07 Mar '14

On Friday, March 7, 2014 9:50 AM, Patricia Senghor <patricia(a)afrinic.net> wrote: Good morning to all, Per your information. Please spread the word.:-) Patricia -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Fwd: [Everyone-jnb] Fwd: Africa Connected. Your votes count! Date: Thu, 6 Mar 2014 09:43:24 -0500 From: Titi To: patricia senghor <patricia(a)afrinic.net> FYI please spread the word. Hello All - Africa Connected voting closes tomorrow (March 7th) at midnight GMT. There are 10 finalists in the running to win one of the five $25,000 prizes. They come from Ghana, Senegal, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Kenya, South Africa and Nigeria. If ever a vote were to count in helping to change a life, community, business in SSA, now is that time. If you have not done so already, do cast your vote and help spread the word. If you would like to help mentor one of the success stories, please sign-up here. -- Patricia Gnilane SENGHOR Cooperation and Project Development Manager, AFRINIC Ltd. t: +230 4035144. | M: +230 58275956 |tt: @afrinic | w: www.afrinic.net facebook.com/afrinic | flickr.com/afrinic | youtube.com/afrinicmedia ___________________________ Join us at AIS14/AFRINIC20, Djibouti, Djibouti, 25 May-6 June 2014.

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The police and media united in violating the constitution?
by ICT Researcher 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Fundamental Rights and freedoms that may not be limited despite any other provision in the Constitution include freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment and the right to a fair trial. Every person has the right to privacy, which includes the right not to have information relating to their family or private affairs unnecessarily revealed. Imagine YOU end up making national news – either paraded before television cameras or your photograph published on newspapers being tested with alcoblow by the police. The police find your breath 'ok' (as the gadget displays) so they let you drive on. But what if you were a spiritual leader, an upcoming politician, career person, a teacher, a parent such other law abiding citizen whom somebody just didn't like thus 'fate' to conspires to have you on media being tested for drunken driving? Here a person is guilty until proven innocent? Tried before the media – not before a court of law. Presumed guilty unless and until proven innocent. Your dignity eroded (Article 28), privacy violated (Article 31(c)), inalienable (illimitable) Fundamental Rights (Article 25(a)(c)) – casually taken away by the media in collaboration with the law enforcement agents! Even if one were pre-tried on the media and later found guitly in court, did the media prejudice the trial thus miscarriage of justice? Your opinion? ----- For the avoidance of doubt: (a) Supports eradication of road carnage, menace and corruption (b) Never appeared on bretherlizer "police news"

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Re: [kictanet] FW: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run‏
by Grace Githaiga 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

@ Lordmwesh @ Barrack Please see below. Would you be interested in us making a KICTANet/ISOC-K submission or would you rather join other efforts? You could inbox me. RgdsG Date: Thu, 6 Mar 2014 13:22:20 +0300 From: lillian(a)cipesa.org To: africs-ig(a)lists.apc.org CC: African-ig-school(a)lists.apc.org Subject: [africs-ig] Fwd: Africa ICT/IG Community Contribution to Netmundial Meeting Dear all, We are in the process of developing a submission Netmundial Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance taking place in Brazil next month. Please see email below for your input. We have only today to get all inputs for the final doc (currently available in google link provided) Thanks, ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Towela Nyirenda - Jere <towelan(a)nepad.org> Date: Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 4:39 PM Subject: Africa ICT/IG Community Contribution to Netmundial Meeting To: "Africann(a)afrinic.net" <Africann(a)afrinic.net> Cc: Dandjinou Pierre <pdandjinou(a)gmail.com>, "Nnenna Nwakanma (nnenna75(a)gmail.com)" <nnenna75(a)gmail.com>, "lillian(a)cipesa.org" <lillian(a)cipesa.org> Dear All, The African ICT Community on the AISI-Dgroups list has initiated a contribution to the Netmundial Meeting on the Future of Internet Governance taking place in Brazil in April (www.netmundial.br ). I have been asked to coordinate with Nnenna and Lillian the consolidation of inputs and we aim to finalise the draft by 7th March in order to meet the March 8th deadline. We are thus seeking your contributions to the attached initial draft (French text on first page, followed by English text ). While you may be making contributions through other channels, it can only serve to strengthen our respective voices to also have this contribution from interested African stakeholders working in the ICT/IG space. We hope that you will take the time to add your voice to this document and look forward to receiving your contributions. The document is also available on Google Drive https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2K-XdmXYQ5cUTRnSEp1RXdOOFU/edit?usp=shari… Regards, Towela -- Lillian Nalwoga CIPESA www.cipesa.org +256 712 204335 _______________________________________________ AfriCS-IG mailing list Info and options: http://lists.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/africs-ig To unsubscribe, email africs-ig-unsubscribe(a)lists.apc.org

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Orange prepares to exit African Market?
by Ali Hussein 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Listers Back on the heels of the Yu decision to sell, I understand Orange is preparing to sell its African operations. What are the ramifications of this in the bigger scheme of things? http://www.tmtfinance.com/news/orange-hires-adviser-african-exit?utm_source… Ali Hussein +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein Sent from my iPad

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Colleges Need to Act Like Startups -- Or Risk Becoming Obsolete
by Gideon 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Interesting read here http://www.wired.com/opinion/2014/03/universities-moocs-need-consider-cultu… Regards Gideon Rop DotCOnnectAfruca

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Fwd: Welcome to ICANN At-Large!
by Barrack Otieno 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Many thanks Kivuva for leading the effort. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "ICANN At-Large Staff" <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Mar 5, 2014 7:49 PM Subject: Welcome to ICANN At-Large! To: "Kivuva" <Kivuva(a)transworldafrica.com>, "Barrack Otieno ( otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com)" <otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Afri-Discuss (afri-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org)" < afri-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, " alac-internal(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org" < alac-internal(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, "ICANN At-Large Staff" < staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Dear Mwendwa and Barrack, ICANN's At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) is pleased to inform you that (187) Internet Society Kenya Chapter (ISOC Kenya) been certified as an At-Large Structure (ALS). The ALAC greatly appreciates your group's interest in involving individual users in ICANN and looks forward to working with you and your colleagues. The purpose of ALS certification is to recognize that your organization meets the necessary criteria to involve individual Internet users at the local or issue level in ICANN activities, and that your organization will support its individual members' informed participation in ICANN efforts that affect end-users. The ALAC is eager to promote a productive working relationship between your organization, other ALS, and the ALAC (and ICANN in general), and your input on how we can make this a success would be greatly appreciated. We would like to offer some initial tools to help your organization keep its members informed (about significant news from ICANN and information on ICANN policy-development efforts) and engaged in activities of interest: - Point of Contact for your Organisation: Please send an email to <mailto: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org identifying the names and email addresses of one or two individuals who will be the point of contact for information and correspondence regarding ICANN At-Large. If this changes, please let us know. - At Large Mailing Lists. There are many At Large email lists, for each region; you can sign up for them and manage your subscriptions at: <http://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo> http://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo . The points of contact you identify will automatically be added to your region's list just for accredited ALSes to discuss regional issues and to the mailing list for Staff announcements (only Staff can post messages to that list); you are invited to join others as you wish. - ALS information. Information about your organization will be shared with the At-Large community to enable individuals interested in your group's activities to contact you, and to encourage cooperation with other groups interested in ICANN activities in your geographic region. Please complete and email the form at the bottom of this note to <mailto: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org. - ALAC website. The ALAC website ( <http://www.atlarge.icann.org> www.atlarge.icann.org) is a good source for ICANN news and information of interest to individual Internet users. We encourage you to provide your members with a link. The ALAC relies on volunteers to translate information into multiple languages. Translations of documents on the website are welcome and should be sent to <mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org. - At-Large Regional Websites. Regional wiki webpages also have been created to distribute information (including in local languages) on activities, events and issues of particular interest to people in each region. These are maintained by the community. They are: African Region: <http://www.afralo.org> www.afralo.org Asia/Australia/Pacific Region: <http://www.apralo.org> www.apralo.org European Region: <http://www.euralo.org> www.euralo.org Latin America/Caribbean Region: <http://www.lacralo.org> www.lacralo.org North American Region: <http://www.naralo.org> www.naralo.org We have included an ALS Starter Kit that includes key information on ALAC and At-Large communication tools. We have also included the Beginners Guide to Participating in At-Large which explains the organization of the At-Large community and how to participate in its activities. We look forward to working with you and your organization's members to advance individual Internet users' interests within ICANN. If you have any questions, or need additional information, please contact us at <mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org. Sincerely, The At-Large Advisory Committee <http://www.atlarge.icann.org> www.atlarge.icann.org <mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org --------------------------- Name: Location (city/country/region; whatever is relevant to your membership): Mission: Member benefits: Contacts (name/s and email address/es -- title/s optional): Website: Other (additional informational you would like included):

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#Idlelo6 Conference 24th - 28th March 2014 Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
by John Matogo 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Dear colleagues. Just a reminder on the coming #Idlelo6 conference that will take place in Nairobi from 24th - 28th March at Strathmore University. Lined up are a series of exciting technical training sessions that were requested for by the open source community from all over Africa. Following this are great presentations and discussions by those who responded to the earlier call for papers. See the programme at this link: http://idlelo.net/content/sessions . There are also topical discussions on Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) tools for GIS to facilate resource planning, Open Data, Case Studies on FOSS tools for Revenue collection, Open Education Resources, FOSS for Education and many more. Registration is open, there are limited spaces especially for the training sessions, it is advisable to register as soon as possible at this site: http://idlelo.net/content/idlelo-6-conference-registration Let us come together as an Open Source Community at the Idlelo 6 Conference. See attached poster. Kindly share this widely and wildly with other colleagues in your various networks. Regards, John Matogo Manager Incubation Centre, @iBizAfrica Strathmore University P.O. Box 59857-00200 Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 070 303 4280 (direct line) Personal Mobile:+254 722 813 533 Skype: jmatogo Twitter: @jmatogo LinkedIn: http://tinyurl.com/avcn7qu Web: www.strathmore.edu and http://www.ibizafrica.co.ke/ -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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FW: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run
by Grace Githaiga 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

FYI Subject: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run From: info(a)dot-nxt.com To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2014 06:50:03 +0000 Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run /1net is crowdsourcing its statement to the NetMundial conference View this email in your browser Have your say today On an important Internet governance submission If you are interested in how the Internet is run, you are probably aware that a critical meeting of the world's governments will be taking place in Brazil in April, called NetMundial. Submissions to that meeting will be received until the end of this week and a key one will be from the so-called '/1net' initiative. Earlier today, /1net published its draft statement in the form of an online survey and encouraged everyone in the Internet community to provide their thoughts. Sadly, the deadline is extremely short - you only have today to respond - but the two-page survey is simple and should take five minutes or less to fill in. So if you want to add your voice to those that are calling for, among other things, limits on online surveillance, a globalization of the Internet's infrastructure and an assurance that future decisions about the Internet are made by everyone and not just governments, then you can fill in the survey online. For more information on /1net, go to http://1net.org/. There is also a post about the statement and survey on its online forum. Copyright © 2014 .Nxt, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or at one of our conferences. Our mailing address is: .Nxt426B Cole StSan Francisco, CA 94117 Add us to your address book unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences This email was sent to ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences .Nxt · 426B Cole St · San Francisco, CA 94117 · USA

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Re: [kictanet] FW: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run
by ICT Researcher 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Internet grip by undemocratic giant private multinationals continually acquiring or killing emerging competition and innovations should also be told off. We have recent evidence of such corporations going into bed with governments to achieve their mutual interests. What necessitated the Brazil meeting in the first place. The internet is no longer what it used to be and are being made to believe it is. Users face terrible control threats by mega corporations. ------------------------------ On Tue, Mar 4, 2014 11:45 PM MSK Grace Githaiga wrote: >FYI > >Subject: Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run >From: info(a)dot-nxt.com >To: ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com >Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2014 06:50:03 +0000 > > > > > > > > Your chance to tell governments how the Internet should be run > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > /1net is crowdsourcing its statement to the NetMundial conference > > > > > > > > > > View this email in your browser > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Have your say today > >On an important Internet governance submission > >If you are interested in how the Internet is run, you are probably aware that a critical meeting of the world's governments will be taking place in Brazil in April, called NetMundial. > > > >Submissions to that meeting will be received until the end of this week and a key one will be from the so-called '/1net' initiative. Earlier today, /1net published its draft statement in the form of an online survey and encouraged everyone in the Internet community to provide their thoughts. > > > >Sadly, the deadline is extremely short - you only have today to respond - but the two-page survey is simple and should take five minutes or less to fill in. > > > >So if you want to add your voice to those that are calling for, among other things, limits on online surveillance, a globalization of the Internet's infrastructure and an assurance that future decisions about the Internet are made by everyone and not just governments, then you can fill in the survey online. > >For more information on /1net, go to http://1net.org/. There is also a post about the statement and survey on its online forum. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Copyright © 2014 .Nxt, All rights reserved. > > You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or at one of our conferences. > > > >Our mailing address is: > >.Nxt426B Cole StSan Francisco, CA 94117 >Add us to your address book > > > > >unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > This email was sent to ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com > > > why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences > > > .Nxt · 426B Cole St · San Francisco, CA 94117 · USA > > > > > > > > > > > > >

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Re: [kictanet] kictanet Digest, Vol 82, Issue 15
by James Kimani 04 Mar '14

04 Mar '14

Hey Ray, MTN Business Kenya offers the best cloud services which can be compared to Amozon one. You can reach me on 0722922852 for further details. Regards, James On Mar 4, 2014 4:38 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: Hosting options for kenya (Ken Mwaura) > 2. Re: Yu acquisition proposal to regulator (Ali Hussein) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2014 16:16:40 +0300 > From: "Ken Mwaura" <mwaura.kenn(a)gmail.com> > To: "'Ray Keller'" <raykeller8(a)gmail.com> > Cc: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Hosting options for kenya > Message-ID: <020101cf37ac$08d8c400$1a8a4c00$(a)gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Hi Ray, > > Gestalt Gild offers hosting services, we have our data center in Nairobi. > I'll be pleased to guide you through the service off list. We schedule for > a > meeting and discuss your requirement further, how is your calendar? > > > Kind regards, > Ken Mwaura. > Account Manager > Gestalt Gild|Website| Kusi Lane, off 3rd Parklands Avenue| Box 12129 - > 00100 > Nairobi, KENYA.| Office: +254 738222884 Ext. 524; Mobile +254 738959900, > +254 723650688. > We enable you decide when, where and how you want to interact with > business. > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: kictanet > [mailto:kictanet-bounces+mwaura.kenn=gmail.com@lists.kictanet.or.ke] On > Behalf Of Ray Keller > Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 3:18 PM > To: Ken Mwaura > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > Subject: [kictanet] Hosting options for kenya > > Hello Friends > > I am looking for some help from experts in this list, I have a content rich > website which will be used by users in kenya. > > Can you suggest me where I can host it? Rates I got from safaricom is very > high. > > Is there any cloud service which I can use and rates are comparable to > amazon. > > Critical points are me > > 1. As it is content base site so data transfer will be very high 2. Latency > is critical factor 3. Uptime > > Which countries has direct pipe connection with kenya? > > I am looking for cost effective prices either in kenya or data centers > which > are directly connected with kenya. > > Please help. > > Regards > Ray > Sent from iPhone > > > _______________________________________________ > kictanet mailing list > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/mwaura.kenn%40gmail.co > m > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for > people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and > development. > > KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2014 16:36:14 +0300 > From: Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> > To: Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to regulator > Message-ID: <D121D843-006C-46C6-8F6B-1F0F0B953F07(a)hussein.me.ke> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > @Walu > > We are saying the same thing really... > > My point being that everyone is looking at Safaricom as this omnipresent > being yet they are not really.. > > The time has come for the competition to stop running under the skirts of > the Regulator every time Safaricom coughs.. > > Ali Hussein > > +254 0770 906375 / 0713 601113 > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human interaction. The world will > have a generation of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Mar 4, 2014, at 2:39 PM, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > @Ali, > > > > I think you are refusing to see the efficacy of MPESA in the Safaricom > ecosystem. Whereas Voice still contributes their largest profit > percentages, this voice market is glued together around the MPESA product. > > > > Think Microsoft of the last decade. Why was their applications so > successful (MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Exchange, etc)? Because they were build > around their fairly universal and monopolistic Operating System > (MS-Windows). In todays world of tablets and Smartphones and > CloudComputing, the Operating system of choice has changed (from Microsoft > to Android, iOS and CloudServices i.e. TCP/IP). > > > > Suddenly Microsoft finds itself exposed on their product lines (Word, > Excel, etc) because they have lost the monopoly of the Operating System. > Same thing with Safcom. You expose MPESA to real competition, you break > their stronghold on the Voice and other data services. That is what I > blogged about @http://tiny.cc/3o36bx (thnx GG for sharing :-) > > > > Safaricom is clever (that is why they are no. 1) and one can see from > their recent industry moves that they are reacting appropriately. What I > dont know is if CCK can also their overall game plan and what it means for > the industry. Sorry, let me rephrase that - I think CCK can also see the > Safaricom game plan, but I am still not sure they have the "oomph" to > intervene one way or the other. > > > > At this point in time, the game has moved from being "technical", gone > through being "economical" and we are now at the stage where the big > boys(where are the girls :-() in politics are receiving calls from > interested parties on which way the game should end. I dont have moles way > up there but ladies and gentlemen this discussion (Yu acquisition) must now > at a the Politcal layer. > > > > You and I can only wait and see - and run to court if we feel aggrieved > by the final decisions taken. > > > > walu. > > -------------------------------------------- > > On Tue, 3/4/14, Ali Hussein <ali(a)hussein.me.ke> wrote: > > > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to regulator > > To: jwalu(a)yahoo.com > > Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > > Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2014, 1:42 PM > > > > Edith > > +1. > > Mark, sometimes regulatory action is used as a > > weapon when one has been unable to compete. My take is that > > Mpesa isn't yet the bread and butter of Safaricom. The > > greatest value it has is in its network effect. I suspect > > that Safaricom is already on the hunt for the next big > > thing. They are building out WiMAX networks, engaging > > businesses for computing needs etc. This boring stuff is > > where the money is. > > My take? CAK (CCK) needs to stand down on this > > one and let the market take its course. After all what else > > does the competition need to be done for them to compete > > with Safaricom? Share out subscribers through legislation? I > > think this isn't a perfect market but the regulator here > > is doing an ok job.. > > > > Ali Hussein > > +254 0770 > > 906375 / 0713 601113 <%200713%20601113> > > "I fear the day technology will > > surpass human interaction. The world will have a generation > > of idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > Sent from my iPad > > On Mar 4, 2014, at 12:12 PM, Edith Adera <eadera(a)idrc.ca> > > wrote: > > > > Mark and > > Listers, > > > > If I were Safaricom, I would do exactly what they are > > doing and MORE! That is the nature of competition! > > But if the consumer behaved differently.....aka > > "rational consumer behaviour"......would the > > competition hold? ....I dont think for long! > > > > Edith > > ________________________________________ > > From: Mark Mwangi [mwangy(a)gmail.com] > > Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 1:33 AM > > To: Edith Adera > > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to > > regulator > > > > @Edith the reason it doesn't work here is because > > of arrogance or incompetence by the competition. There is no > > reason as to why the small players have not ganged up and > > built joint infrastructure like 3G networks to rival > > Safaricom. I have always said hey should push for twin sim > > phones to make space on peoples phones but the tend to think > > selling galaxy phones will translate to profits. > > > > Look at Orange. They should have a monopoly on the > > iPhone game but now Safaricom sell iPhone too. > > > > Airtel treat clients like they are doing hem a favour > > right from the Kencell days. I don't know what Yu's > > strategy was. > > > > @Dennis and @Ali I think this is a bad deal and the > > regulator shouldn't allow it. It will further constrict > > choice and thus make a mockery of the license grant in the > > first place. > > > > > > On Tue, Mar 4, 2014 at 9:08 AM, Edith Adera <eadera(a)idrc.ca<mailto: > eadera(a)idrc.ca>> > > wrote: > > BIG QUESTION > > Why can't Kenya sustain a "multi player" > > environment? Ive argued for years that it has to do > > with peculiar "consumer behaviour" of Kenyans. > > Open competition has not worked, number portability has not > > worked.....what will sustain a vibrant multi player > > environment? > > > > I've just returned from Ghana where the 4+ players > > have all sorts of offerings whooing consumers left, right > > and centre...you have all sorts of incentives that seems to > > keep all players afloat....number portability works etc > > etc. > > > > Why not Kenya? > > > > What's your take? > > > > Edith > > ________________________________________ > > From: kictanet [kictanet-bounces+eadera=idrc.ca(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > <mailto:idrc.ca@lists.kictanet.or.ke>] > > on behalf of Ali Hussein [ali(a)hussein.me.ke<mailto:ali@hussein.me.ke>] > > Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 11:47 PM > > To: Edith Adera > > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > > Subject: Re: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to > > regulator > > > > Dennis > > > > Couldn't agree with you more. > > > > In this particular case the regulator will do best to > > stand down and let market forces play out. > > > > Ali Hussein > > > > +254 0770 906375<tel:%2B254%200770%20906375> / > > 0713 601113<tel:0713%20601113> > > > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human > > interaction. The world will have a generation of > > idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > > > Sent from my iPad > > > > On Mar 4, 2014, at 7:18 AM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com<mailto: > dmbuvi(a)gmail.com><mailto:dmbuvi@gmail.com<mailto:dmbuvi@gmail.com>>> > > wrote: > > > > > > I thought Kenya was a liberal country, what's with > > everyone wanting to place regulatory hurdles on Yu's > > exit. > > > > Biggest issue is Safaricom's acquisition of > > spectrum belonging to YU and thus putting more spectrum > > under them - which they badly need to improve network > > quality in urban areas which suffer from congestion. > > > > Industry analysts have long predicted consolidation of > > MNOs in African countries to 3 or 4 per country (see an > > interview I did with Coleago in December > http://www.cio.co.ke/news/main-stories/coleago's-chris-gives-insights-on-lte-network-sharing,-spectrum,-future-and-regulation-of-africa-telecoms# > > ) > > > > The buy out paves the way for licensing of MVNOs, > > which have an advantage of sharing existing capacity and > > unutilised resources rather than building out whole networks > > again. > > > > On 4 Mar 2014 05:32, "Ali Hussein" <ali(a)hussein.me.ke<mailto: > ali(a)hussein.me.ke><mailto:ali@hussein.me.ke<mailto:ali@hussein.me.ke>>> > > wrote: > > Listers > > > > Yu has been bleeding red ink since it launched. It was > > inevitable. No public review will change that. The Network > > Effect is clearly at play here with Safaricom. None of the > > other players are profitable. Orange is being kept afloat by > > GoK and the mother company in France. Airtel considers Kenya > > a loss leader because of its 'strategic' nature in > > Africa and hence cannot abandon it. Not sure how long that > > will continue. > > > > The interesting bit here is that Orange may eventually > > buy Safaricom because of some actions in far off cities that > > we have no control over...that for me is the real > > risk.. > > > > Ali Hussein > > > > +254 0770 > > 906375<tel:%2B254%200770%20906375><tel:%2B254%200770%20906375> > > / 0713 > > 601113<tel:0713%20601113><tel:0713%20601113> > > > > "I fear the day technology will surpass human > > interaction. The world will have a generation of > > idiots". ~ Albert Einstein > > > > Sent from my iPad > > > > On Mar 3, 2014, at 11:20 PM, ICT Researcher <ict.researcher(a)yahoo.com > <mailto:ict.researcher@yahoo.com><mailto:ict.researcher@yahoo.com<mailto: > ict.researcher(a)yahoo.com>>> > > wrote: > > > > For starters, the company's assets true worth need > > to be independently established and its outstanding > > liabilities audited. Mere reported "spend a combined > > $100 million" inflated with 'sweatheart deal' > > exit premium does not in any way reflect the much lower true > > worth of the exiting business persons which no doubt a > > consortium of Kenyans investors can raise and potentially > > enable consumers to migrate enmasse to 100 p.c. "MKenya > > Network":-) > > > > > > > > On Monday, March 3, 2014 9:44 PM, "Wambua, > > Christopher" <Wambua(a)cck.go.ke<mailto:Wambua@cck.go.ke><mailto: > Wambua(a)cck.go.ke<mailto:Wambua@cck.go.ke>>> > > wrote: > > The regulator has just received the application. We > > are in the process of reviewing the application with a view > > to deciding the way forward. It is therefore too early > > to subject the application to public consultation. > > > > Wambua > > Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone. > > From: ICT Researcher > > Sent: Monday, 3 March 2014 21:11 PM > > To: Wambua, Christopher > > Reply To: ICT Researcher > > Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions > > Subject: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to > > regulator > > > > > > Airtel, Safaricom seek to buy Essar?s Yu in Kenya - > > Safaricom will get Yu?s infrastructure, while Airtel is > > expected to acquire Yu?s subscriber base < > http://www.livemint.com/Industry/BZZuR21BJsoJf6jksBhnVN/Airtel-Safaricom-se… > > > > > > Considering the profoundly adverse Triopoly consumer > > choice consequences, > > Should the regulator not initiate a public > > consultation before decision making? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > kictanet mailing list > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke<mailto:kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke > ><mailto:kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke<mailto: > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke>> > > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet > > > > Unsubscribe or change your options at > https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ali%40hussein.me.ke > > > > The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a > > multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions > > interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. 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Has Safaricom finally met its match?
by Grace Githaiga 04 Mar '14

04 Mar '14

MPESA is simultaneously the strongest and weakest link in Safaricom’s portfolio. Most subscribers stick with Safaricom because of the omnipresent nature of MPESA. Once a formidable competitor is found in that space, the invincible nature of Safaricom is bound to start crumbling. Indeed, Safaricom and other operators know this and they have duly responded by offering to buy out YouMobile – an operator that was allegedly planning to partner with Equity Bank in delivering the mobile money services. Equity Bank will therefore be forced to lease infrastructure from Safaricom, Airtel or Orange in their new scheme of things. http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/Has-Safaricom-finally-met-its-match…

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Re: [kictanet] Yu acquisition proposal to regulator
by Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek) 03 Mar '14

03 Mar '14

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Kenyans win top positions in global firms
by Grace Githaiga 03 Mar '14

03 Mar '14

Not exactly ICT related but a couple of the winners are on this list. http://www.nation.co.ke/business/corporates/Mahinda-Mwai-Otieno-Wainaina-Mw…

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