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Safaricom Expanding Even Further
by Kevin Kamonye 02 Jun '23

02 Jun '23

Dear Safaricom, There is a sincere compliment and request here that I just had to pass on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQGodLqMxYY&t=870s Regards, Kevin ᐧ

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Consultancy to Conduct Research on Online Gender-Based Violence in Kenya(OGBV)
by David Indeje 29 May '23

29 May '23

Dear Listers, KICTANet is currently recruiting a Lead researcher to implement a project on research on empirical data on Online Gender-Based Violence(OGBV) in Kenya. The Research will be conducted in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu and two selected rural areas. The objective of this study is to map out gender-based violence for evidence-based policy-making to eliminate OGBV. Expression of interest must be received by KICTANet not later than 7th June 2023. Late applications will be rejected. For application details, kindly visit our careers page. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/careers/ -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Sunday Read: Report on Kenya 2022 General Election - Technology Observer mission
by David Indeje 28 May '23

28 May '23

Dear Listers, During the election, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) cleared 16,098 candidates to compete for six main elective positions across the country’s 291 constituencies in 47 counties. KICTANet observed elections in various polling stations in 21 counties, focusing on technology aspects. This report summarises the key findings of our election observation mission during Kenya’s general election on August 9, 2022. Download to read here: https://bit.ly/43dZqDo -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Senators seek web deletion of Makenzi's cult teachings
by Sidney Ochieng 22 May '23

22 May '23

Hello lister, Is anyone aware what law/power the senate committee is using to order this? Senators seek web deletion of Makenzi's cult teachings - The Standard https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001473420/senators-seek-w… -- Warmly, Sidney *Twitter:* @princelySid <https://twitter.com/princelySid>* |* *Github:* princelySid <https://github.com/princelySid> | *Web: *sidneyochieng.co.ke

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Alert: Launch of Accessibility of Government websites for Persons with Disability Scorecard
by David Indeje 17 May '23

17 May '23

Dear Listers, KICTANet, through the ICT Access and Equality for Persons with Disability program, has conducted research on the accessibility of government websites for persons with disabilities, and a scorecard was developed. The launch of the report will be on 18th May 2023 from 0800 to 1400 hours EAT. Participants at the event will be drawn from the government, technical community, data protection officers, media, digital rights activists, and academia. The aim of this meeting is to launch the research and set the next priority agenda for ICT and inclusion in public services. To attend online, please register through our Zoom registration page. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvduupqjovHNDQsIi4Dwb0MsEpwcritM…

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Extended deadline: Call for Topics: Kenya Youth IGF 2023
by Keith Andere 16 May '23

16 May '23

Dear Listers, The Kenya Youth IGF, the youth engagement platform in the Internet Government under the auspices of the Kenya IGF is pleased to invite youthful listers (under 35 Years of age ) to selevy topics of interest. Please find the link for the call below. h*ttps://forms.gle/4b17H4ELh3ru3exj8* We shall be closing the call at the end of the day today. Apologies for the tight deadlines but looking forward to your feedback. Regards Keith -- *Kind Regards,* *Keith ANDERE* Internet 4 Development *"The internet could be a very positive step towards education, organisation and participation in a meaningful society." ~ Noam Chomsky*

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Articles from KICTANet 12 May 2023
by News＠KICTANet 12 May '23

12 May '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCI4ZmZiYmNiMmU5ZjgiLGZhbHNlXQ) Welcome to our weekly newsletter, where we bring you the latest updates and developments in the world of technology and policy in Kenya and beyond. Spectrum for Mobile Communications Mobile phones enable us to connect with our personal acquaintances, do business, and provide a portable platform to work on while on the move. For the two phones to talk to each other, they need a special kind of spectrum we call IMT. IMT stands for International Mobile Telephony. IMT is used to indicate spectrum that is reserved for all … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCI4ZTY4YTRkNWVjNDYiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Spectrum for Mobile Communications](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCI4ZTY4YTRkNWVjNDYiLGZhbHNlXQ) Kenyan Government embracing Cryptocurrencies [Kenyan Government embracing Cryptocurrencies](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJjMWE5MWVmNTZhNTYiLGZhbHNlXQ) By John Walubengo. Last week, the Kenyan Treasury Cabinet Secretary published the Finance Bill 2023 and within it, he stated his intention to tax cryptocurrency transactions. Specifically, it states as follows in clause 10, page 8: The owner of a platform or the person who facilitates the exchange or transfer of digital asset shall deduct the digital asset tax (at … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJjMWE5MWVmNTZhNTYiLGZhbHNlXQ) Visit Our Socials We always want to engage you on our social media pages. [Check it out](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCIxMDliMTg2YjliNzQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Unsubscribe](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCI4MDhjNDExZDNkYWYiLGZhbHNlXQ) | [Manage your subscription](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCIwNTI2OGU2MmM0NTAiLGZhbHNlXQ) [facebook](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJkZGNhZmQ3NWJkNzQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [twitter](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCIyZTJhMWI5NjFhYzkiLGZhbHNlXQ) [instagram](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJiNzdjNDRiYzI2NDAiLGZhbHNlXQ) [youtube](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCIyZDc5MzlmMGJjZjUiLGZhbHNlXQ) [linkedin](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJhYWE5MTNjODgzOTAiLGZhbHNlXQ) [custom](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCIxMWM2N2I0YzZjYmQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Email Marketing Powered by MailPoet](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjAiLCJkYWQ2OTM2YjQyYTUiLGZhbHNlXQ)

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Facebook Censorship Back under Ruto regime?
by Mutemi wa Kiama 11 May '23

11 May '23

I reposted this post by Wafula Buke, which is still up on on his profile, and Facebook labeled it "hate speech" and his it. What's happening @Mercy Ndegwa <shikondegwa(a)fb.com> and co? Warm regards, Mutemi wa Kiama Team Captain, This Is Africa: https://thisisafrica.me Thoughts become things... choose the good ones! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Public Intellectual, Social Justice & Social Accountability Entrepreneur, Strategic Planning & Organizational Development Facilitator, Strategic Communications, Movement Building Coach, Human Rights Defender, #DevolutionIsRevolution Champion. The Wanjiku Agenda Kenya Foundation (WAKenya) Ordinary, fearless Kenyans. https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-mutemi-wa-kiama-1aa51615/ Sauti Ya Wanjiku Social Movement www.sautiyawanjiku.com https://www.facebook.com/wanjikurevolutionkenya https://twitter.com/WanjikuRevolt https://twitter.com/MutemiWaKiama http://www.scribd.com/wmkenya "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead

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WRC-23 Engagements
by Nicholas Kisundu 09 May '23

09 May '23

Dear listers, I am looking to engage with various players in discussions around the WRC-23 agenda items 1.2 (6GHz), 1.4 (HIBS), and 10 (NGSOs vs GSOs). I am looking for people from Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom, and satellite operators among other players interested in these Agenda Items (basically the users of Spectrum in Kenya) to develop a common position ahead of the WRC-23. If you are in this field of spectrum management and policy, or you have a contact that would be of help, kindly reach out to me via email or even WhatsApp (number given down there). Best regards, Kisundu Nicholas N, Digital Inclusion| ICT Policy, +254712770655 LinkedIn Profile <https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-kisundu-28933482/>

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MEMORANDUM ON The Draft Kenya Information and Communication Act Amendment Bill, 2023
by Mwendwa Kivuva 09 May '23

09 May '23

KICTANet submitted this memorandum responding to the call for input on the Kenya Information and Communications Amendment Bill 2023. The memorandum captures the concerns and highlights the proposals on relevant provisions of each of the Regulations. We would be glad to provide further input and perspectives on the Regulations, as and when required, and the debate can still go on. Linkt to the Memorandum: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/mdocs-posts/memorandum-on-the-draft-kenya-inform… We want to thank those who contributed to the call for public participation. Some of the contents of the bill are on *programming code, spectrum fees waiver, and “dominant telecommunications service provider” * Section. 27. (l) ensure content aired during watershed period is appropriately classified and suitable for the period; (m) ensure that programming on betting and gaming activities is duly authorized by Betting Control and Licensing Board Section 47 (4) The Authority may, by notice in the Gazette, declare a person or institution to be a “dominant telecommunications service provider” for the purposes of this Act. (5) In making a declaration under subsection (4), the Authority shall consider — (a) the market shares of the telecommunications service provider being at least fifty per cent of the total revenue of the entire telecommunications market; (b) significant market power enjoyed by the telecommunications service provider; and (c) any other consideration the Authority may determine Section 48 (4)The Authority in consultation with the National Treasury and on the recommendation of the Cabinet Secretary may waive spectrum fees where appropriate, to facilitate the provision of universal service in unserved and underserved areas of Kenya. Best Regards, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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