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UNESCO online consultation to develop Internet Universality Indicators
by Du Toit, Jaco 18 Jul '17

18 Jul '17

Dear colleagues, I am pleased to inform you that UNESCO is launching a global online consultation platform on Developing Internet Universality indicators<https://en.unesco.org/internetuniversality>. You are kindly requested to submit written contribution before the deadline of phase 1 consultation: 31 October 2017. As an alternative to the online version, you may also use the attached questionnaire which can be returned by email to internetstudy(a)unesco.org<mailto:internetstudy@unesco.org>, before the deadline. This project follows the 38th General Conference and the endorsement of the CONNECTing the Dots Outcome document as UNESCO's new approach to Internet issues, as well as the successful development and application of the IPDC Media Development Indicators. This project aims to build a framework of Internet indicators which can enrich national stakeholders' capacity to assess Internet development, and thereby foster knowledge societies engaged in sustainable development. This study will be founded on the UNESCO's Internet Universality R.O.A.M concept and develop five categories of indicators including human Rights, Openness, Accessibility, Multi-stakeholder participation and crosscutting ones. More information is available in the press release<https://en.unesco.org/internetuniversality/indicators> and on the platform. [cid:image002.jpg@01D2FFC1.2932C5D0]

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21 WhatsApp groups spreading hate identified - Daily Nation
by Ali Hussein 18 Jul '17

18 Jul '17

Listers This conversation goes on. Can these groups and the content they are spreading be named so that Kenyans can know what this is all about? As I said yesterday, let's also ensure that the obvious perpetrators are brought to book. It shouldn't be hard to discern the truth and prosecute those who are found guilty of spreading hatred. And as the authorities do this they must exercise utmost transparency and caution lest Kenyans start questioning the real motives behind this concerted effort to curb Kenyans right to expression. As I have said before as Kenyans we need to know one thing:- What is wrong offline is also wrong online. I'm not sure why we are making a distinction on this issue. Last time I checked the Penal Code hasn't changed. http://www.nation.co.ke/news/21-WhatsApp-groups-spreading-hate-identified/1… Ali Hussein Principal Hussein & Associates +254 0713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." ~ Aristotle Sent from my iPad

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** APPLY NOW!!! Applications Open for the 2017 Ambassadors to the Internet Governance Forum (Geneva, Switzerland) **
by Grace Mutung'u 18 Jul '17

18 Jul '17

For the benefit of the new members, ---------- Forwarded message ------ Dear All, The Internet Society is inviting applications for its 2017 Ambassadors to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF). IGF Ambassadors will gain valuable insight and experience through their exposure to a range of stakeholders and discussions from numerous disciplines across the Internet ecosystem and benefit from their immersion into the IGF week of activities. The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) serves to bring people together from various stakeholder groups as equals, in discussions on public policy issues relating to the Internet. While there are no negotiated outcomes, the IGF informs and inspires those with policy-making power in both the public and private sectors. At their annual meeting delegates discuss, exchange information and share good practices with each other. The IGF facilitates a common understanding of how to maximize Internet opportunities and address risks and challenges that arise. Ambassadorships will be awarded through a competitive application process. The Internet Society is currently accepting applications for the following: ** 12th Annual Internet Governance Forum, December 17-21, 2017, Geneva, Switzerland* Information about the programme and links to apply can be found at: http://bit.ly/1TxHeuA. Applications will close on 6 August, 2017 and successful candidates will be notified on 28 August, 2017. *I encourage you to apply for this opportunity or pass this information about the programme to individuals in your network that have a keen interest in the Internet governance and policy activities of the IGF.* If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Niel Harper at harper(a)isoc.org. Regards, ----------------------------- Niel Harper Senior Manager, Next Generation Leaders Programmes Internet Society 1775 Wiehle Avenue Reston, VA Email: harper(a)isoc.org Skype: OlokunBB Follow us on Twitter at @ISOC_NextGen <https://twitter.com/ISOC_NextGen>! _______________________________________________ Programme-announce-il mailing list Programme-announce-il(a)elists.isoc.org https://elists.isoc.org/mailman/listinfo/programme-announce-il

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Re: [kictanet] Liability for Whatsapp Group Admins?
by Ronald Ojino 17 Jul '17

17 Jul '17

Seriously, an admin cannot control what people post in a group..this is a threat to the freedom of expression. On 17-Jul-2017 7:51 PM, "awatila--- via kictanet" < kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: he actually talked of a shutdown, while CA was assuring us of no shutdown On Jul 17, 2017 2:13 PM, Luke O via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: This siege being barrackaded against use of social media during elections is simply one step away from a total internet shutdown (which shall be justified) They are inadvertently stirring up the hornets nest On Jul 17, 2017 14:09, "Ali Hussein via kictanet" < kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Whilst I think the heart is in the right place I'm yet to see one successful prosecution by the NCIC of politicians who spew hatred everyday in public. This is a red herring. For them to earn goodwill from Kenyans let them start with what is most common obvious first. *Ali Hussein* *Principal* *Hussein & Associates* +254 0713 601113 <+254%20713%20601113> Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." ~ Aristotle Sent from my iPad On 17 Jul 2017, at 1:56 PM, Francis Monyango via kictanet < kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: I wonder if screenshots of WhatsApp and Telegram (end to end encrypted messaging apps) can be adduced as evidence according to the Evidence Act... On 17/07/2017, Grace Mutung'u via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Listers, This topic is currently trending on social media, after the NCIC announced that they were going after admins of certain WhatsApp groups that are spreading hate speech. Here is the presser http://bit.ly/2uqeqAK Regards, -- Francis Monyango Lawyer | ICT Policy and Legal Consultant www.monyango.com 0726792792 _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/m ailman/options/kictanet/info%40campusciti.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 Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/m ailman/options/kictanet/lukeokelo%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 Twitter: http://twitter.com/kictanet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/ mailman/options/kictanet/ronojinx%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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Liability for Whatsapp Group Admins?
by Grace Mutung'u 17 Jul '17

17 Jul '17

Listers, This topic is currently trending on social media, after the NCIC announced that they were going after admins of certain WhatsApp groups that are spreading hate speech. Here is the presser http://bit.ly/2uqeqAK Regards,

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Devolution pushes up cost of business permits
by S.M. Muraya 17 Jul '17

17 Jul '17

Trust the incoming cog.go.ke will award in coming governors providing portals with the most detailed and relevant (current) information on health, safety and business issues. http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/economy/Devolution-pushes-business-permi… An investor opening a supermarket on a premise measuring just over 3,000 square metres pays nearly double for a business permit in Migori compared to Nairobi, underlining the appetite by counties to generate own revenue. Data released on Wednesday by the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) based on the latest county revenue laws, shows that annual single business permit for 3,001 square metre hyper supermarket costs an investor in Migori Sh150,000 annually. This is 87.5 per cent more than the Sh80,000 one pays in annual fee for a permit for the same business and space in Nairobi, data in the Integrated Devolution Data Portal indicates. The portal was launched in partnership with the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) with technical help from the European Union. http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/economy/Devolution-pushes-business-permi…

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Kenya IGF 2017: Thank you note
by Grace Githaiga 16 Jul '17

16 Jul '17

Dear Listers Greetings! On behalf of the Kenya IGF 2017 Organizing Committee, I would like to convey our gratitude for your participation at the recently concluded Kenya IGF, which was held at Laico Regency, on July 6, 2017. For the first time, we held a Kenya IGF week which included the Kenya School of Internet Governance (KeSIG), the Youth IGF, and the meeting of the working group on Internet shutdowns. The KIGF attracted over 250 participants, speakers and sponsors, including a youth speaker who came to present the key highlights of the Youth IGF. Further, more than 380 remote participants followed the proceedings on Facebook live and the livestream. Participants were drawn from different stakeholder groups resulting in multistakeholder representation. This afforded immense intellectual and social interaction for the participants. I would like to thank all who made it happen: The Key note speaker: The keynote speech by CA’s Director General Francis Wangusi was delivered by Joseph Nzano, Deputy Head of Cybersecurity. Speakers: Fadzai Madzingira, Facebook, Jaco Du Toit, UNESCO, Dr. Katherine Getao, ICT Secretary, Ministry of ICT, Jamie Bunyasi, St. Marys School (Youth), Ronald Ojino, University of Dar es Salaam, Chris Musando, Head of ICT, IEBC, Musembi Mutisya, ELOG, Emmanuel Chebukati, Information Security Consultant, Churchill Otieno, Nation Media Group, James Wamathai, BAKE, Jessica Musila, Mzalendo, Joseph Nzano, KE-CIRT (CA), Kevin Mburu Kimani, Serianu Ltd, Lilian Muthoni, Watoto Watch, Mercy Ndegwa, Safaricom, Chris Adem, Computer Society of Kenya, and Juliet Maina, TripleOK Law. Others were: Dr. Joseph W. Nasongo, Commissioner - National Cohesion and Integration Commission, James Ratemo Head of Communication, Media Council of Kenya, Dr. Wakabi Wairagala, the Collaboration on International ICT Policy in East and Southern Africa (CIPESA), Uganda, Riva Jalipa, Strathmore University, Eli Kadenyo, KeNIC, Grace Mutungu, KICTANet, Ezekiel Mutua, CEO, KFCB, and Andrew Alston, Liquid Telecom. Further, we acknowledge the Fireside speakers who participated in the lively debate which focused on l at the Internet in the next five years. Their topics varied as follows: Fintech, Rosemary Kimwatu, Wayawaya Policy and Regulation, GBenga Sesan, Paradigm Initiative, Nigeria Innovation, Dr. Bitange Ndemo, University of Nairobi Human Rights and the Internet, Dr.Alberto Cerda, Ford Foundation, USA Engineering & Technology - Mwende Njiraini, CA E-government Services - Dr. Katherine Getao, You all shaped the debates, and provided valuable information. Well...sometimes the debates got heated, but that is the beauty of engagement—being able to disagree respectfully! Moderators: Led by our chief Moderator Barrack Otieno, Matunda Nyanchama Matunda Nyanchama, Agano Consulting Inc, Harry Hare, CIO, Wambui Wamunyu, Daystar University, Rachael Nakitare, KBC and John Walubengo MMU. We appreciate your steering the debates which were in some circumstances quite animated! Twitterati: The team was led by our KeSIG alumni David Indenje. You all made us proud. There were over 18,000 tweets in a span of five hours as seen in this graph: https://nodexlgraphgallery.org/Pages/Graph.aspx?graphID=115422 We trended trend at number 1 for the better part of the day and 24 hours later on Friday at 6 pm, we were still on the trend list! [https://nodexlgraphgallery.org/Images/Image.ashx?graphID=115422&type=f]<https://nodexlgraphgallery.org/Pages/Graph.aspx?graphID=115422> #KIGF2017 Twitter NodeXL SNA Map and Report for Thursday, 06 July 2017 at 15:48 UTC<https://nodexlgraphgallery.org/Pages/Graph.aspx?graphID=115422> nodexlgraphgallery.org The graph represents a network of 333 Twitter users whose recent tweets contained "#KIGF2017", or who were replied to or mentioned in those tweets, taken from a data set limited to a maximum of 18,000 tweets. The network was obtained from Twitter on Thursday, 06 July 2017 at 15:51 UTC. The tweets in the network were tweeted over the 5-hour, 55-minute period from Thursday, 06 July 2017 at 09:51 UTC to Thursday, 06 July 2017 at 15:47 UTC. Additional tweets that were mentioned in this data set were also collected from prior time periods. These tweets may expand the complete time period of the data. There is an edge for each "replies-to" relationship in a tweet, an edge for each "mentions" relationship in a tweet, and a self-loop edge for each tweet that is not a "replies-to" or "mentions". The graph is directed. The graph's vertices were grouped by cluster using the Clauset-Newman-Moore cluster algorithm. The graph was laid out using the Harel-Koren Fast Multiscale layout algorithm. Sponsors: Included Communications Authority, UNESCO, IGF Support Association, FACEBOOK, KENIC, Fordfoundation, Safaricom, CIO and Bake. We applaud you for your contributions and continued collaboration, which ensured the different events of the week were a success. We cannot forget Joly MacFie of the Internet Society, for ensuring the functioning of the live streams. Rappoteurs: June Tessy Okal KICTANet, Philbert Aganyo Yali East Africa Fellow and Samuel Muchiri Kenya Internet Exchange point. MAG: We are grateful to local organizing team chaired by our Victor Kapiyo. Other members were Ronald Ojino University of Dar, Tracy Kadesa Advocate, Fadzai Mazingira FB, Francis Monyango Strathmore University, Kelvin Kariuki MMU, Mercy Mutemi Advocate, Joy Mala Accountability 4, Liz Orembo KICTANet, Mwara Gichanga KICTANet, Martin Mavenjina (KHRC), Martin Saisi Law Society of Kenya, Garyson Nandwa Accountability 4, and Amina Wako Accountability 4. We appreciate your hard work and excellent organization. Last but not least, the attendees: Thank you all for coming and for your active participation. Without you, there would have been no KIGF. We hope that you found the KIGF both valuable and rewarding. If you missed the KIGF or would like to go back to the discussions that took place, please find the recordings from the following links: Live stream site: https://livestream.com/internetsociety/kigf2017 [https://img.new.livestream.com/events/0000000000737737/c955cff4-f935-4c67-b…]<https://livestream.com/internetsociety/kigf2017> Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2017 by Internet Society<https://livestream.com/internetsociety/kigf2017> livestream.com Watch Internet Society's Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2017 on Livestream.com. The Kenya IGF is a unique platform for all stakeholders to openly exchange perspectives and concerns on key issues that may affect the future of the Internet for millions of Kenyans. Kenya’s 2017 IGF is scheduled for July 6th, 2017, and the outcomes will feed into the Global IGF slated for December 2017 in Geneva, Switzerland. The global theme for this year’s IGF is “Shape Your Digital Future!” while the local theme is "Internet and Elections". KIGF facebook page: https://mobile.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1401553113226347&id=879613… [https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t15.0-10/fr/cp0/e15/q65/19934126_1401635689…]<https://mobile.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1401553113226347&id=879613…> Kenya IGF<https://mobile.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1401553113226347&id=879613…> mobile.facebook.com Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2017: The Kenya IGF is a unique platform for all stakeholders to openly exchange perspectives and concerns on key issues that may affect the future of the Internet for... You can also get highlights of both online and offline discussions from the kigf.or.ke<http://kigf.or.ke/> blog Pictures of the event and session videos will be shared in due course. Once again thank for your contribution. We look forward to your participation again next year. Sincerely GG For the KICTANet steering team ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Grace Githaiga Twitter: @ggithaiga Skype: gracegithaiga Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegithaiga ...the most important office in a democracy is the citizen. So, you see, that’s what our democracy demands. It needs you!----Barrack Obama.

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Applications will close on 23 July 2017.: e-Learning course, 'Building Wireless Community Networks' via its Learning Management System (LMS) Inforum
by WANGARI KABIRU 15 Jul '17

15 Jul '17

https://internetsociety.wufoo.com/forms/building-wireless-community-network… For interest of fellow peers in the field and networks! Community network is the use of networking technologies by, and for, a local community. ... A community network is a computer-based system that is intended to help support geographical communities by supporting, augmenting, and extending already existing social networks. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_network Blessed weekend. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". Applications will close on 23 July 2017. Building Wireless Community Networks | | | Building Wireless Community Networks | | | Building Wireless Community Networks The Internet Society delivers the e-Learning course, 'Building Wireless Community Networks' via its Learning Management System (LMS) Inforum. This online course covers essential topics for effective planning and deployment of wireless community networks. Applicants are required to have: - a basic understanding of, and interest in, building community wireless networks - knowledge and experience in setting up wireless hotspots and access points - member status in ISOC (http://www.internetsociety.org/get-involved/join-community) - fluency in English - good writing skills, ability to summarize information, and focus on details - regular access to the Internet (dial-up connection is sufficient) - minimum of 4-6 hours commitment per week (this is perhaps the single most important requirement and should be evaluated seriously by any potential applicant) - readiness to participate in online discussions

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Social media sites to delete hate mongers’ accounts in a day
by Sidney Ochieng 15 Jul '17

15 Jul '17

I didn't see anything come out of the request for comment by CA despite the fact that I had submitted comments before the deadline. I'm rather disappointed that these would be pushed forward without amendments. http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/corporate/Social-media-sites- to-delete-hate-mongers-accounts-in-a-day/539550-4016004-emil5q/index.html Sent on the move, kindly excuse any typos. Sidney

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Call for presentations
by Harry Hare 15 Jul '17

15 Jul '17

Hey all, CIO East Africa now calls for interested persons - experts in the field of Internet of Things (IoT) to submit their presentation proposals for the Africa IoT Summit scheduled for 13-14 September 2017 at the Radisson Blu, Uper Hill Nairobi. If interested, please submit your proposal here https://goo.gl/forms/jTXmkiwYW8HCmFxl2 Kindest Regards Harry

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