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Privacy and Governance Professionals Survey Report
by Mugambi Laibuta 22 Aug '23

22 Aug '23

Dear Listers, The Data Privacy and Governance Society carried out a survey of privacy and governance professionals. The survey was to help us gain insights into the current state of our profession. Some highlights from the survey: - 59% of data privacy professionals do not hold any certification - 23% of data privacy professionals carry out both internal and external Data Protection Officer (DPO) roles - 50% of internal DPOs experience conflict in their role - 39% of internal DPOs earn less than Ksh. 100,000 (USD 690) per month - 70% of external DPOs are from the legal profession Happy reading. Regards, Laibuta

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Articles from KICTANet 21 August 2023
by News＠KICTANet 21 Aug '23

21 Aug '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCJmNWFiYTM2MWYxZWUiLGZhbHNlXQ) 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. Highlights: Training on Online Gender-Based Violence for Law Enforcement Digitalization has increased instances and the intensification of online violence within the digital sphere due to anonymity, automation, remote action, easy accessibility, and dissemination. Consequently, victims are being silenced and pushed out of digital spaces. Online gender-based violence is an action by one or more people that harm others based on their sexual or gender identity or by enforcing harmful … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCI3NThmODI1ZjAxNWYiLGZhbHNlXQ) (https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data…) Training on Online Gender Based Violence for Law Enforcement Sector Date: 17th August 2023 Time: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Venue: Royal Tulips Hotel Nairobi Introduction KICTANet in partnership with GIZ is implementing a project on Online Gender Based Violence in Kenya. The Project has two parts one on qualitative and quantitative research on online gender-based violence in Kenya and one capacity building on online gender-based violence for women in … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCJjZWJlMzZjMGU1MzUiLGZhbHNlXQ) What You Need to Know About Data Governance and Why it Matters [The benefits of data governance for the public and private sectors](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCI3NTJiZDM4NGFlMDkiLGZhbHNlXQ) Data governance is a set of rules, procedures, and practices that leverage data as an asset for wealth creation. This article explains what data governance is and why it is important for both the public and private sectors. [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCI3NTJiZDM4NGFlMDkiLGZhbHNlXQ) Worldcoin Project Runs into Kenyan Turbulence By John Walubengo The Cabinet Secretary in charge of Interior Security, Prof. Kithure Kindiki, ordered the Kenyan operations of a startup organization called Worldcoin to stop last week. This came after the media reported long queues of Kenyans who were receiving 50 USD, or about Ksh 7,000, for simply looking at a shiny globe-like object called the Orb. The Communication … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCJiZmE1MzRkYWJkOTciLGZhbHNlXQ) [Worldcoin -TheOrb Image Credits: Worldcoin](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCJiZmE1MzRkYWJkOTciLGZhbHNlXQ) Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure: What You Need to Know [Computer code seen on a screen with a skull representing a computer virus attack. Photo: Shutterstock Images](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIxNzU0MWE4ZDI1M2YiLGZhbHNlXQ) Learn what critical infrastructure is, why it is important, and how cyberattacks can affect it. Find out the common types of cyberattacks and how to prevent them. [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIxNzU0MWE4ZDI1M2YiLGZhbHNlXQ) Policy Brief: Kenya’s Cybersecurity Capacity Building Needs Outlined The “Mapping Kenya’s Cybersecurity Capacity-Building Needs” policy brief addresses the growing need for cybersecurity capacity-building in Kenya. [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIyMGJmNzE0Y2UzNWEiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Cyber threats are growing amid the coronavirus pandemic](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIyMGJmNzE0Y2UzNWEiLGZhbHNlXQ) How to Best Represent Experiences of Persons with Disabilities. [Accessibility computer icon](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIwZWM4NDMyMjYwOTEiLGZhbHNlXQ) Whilst browsing the internet, I stumbled upon two photos. The first photo showcased a woman wearing glasses and sitting in a wheelchair while using a laptop. I had planned to use this free stock photo for an article I was working on. It perfectly matched the theme and highlighted the involvement of people with disabilities and women in the digital … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIwZWM4NDMyMjYwOTEiLGZhbHNlXQ) Kenya’s Cyberspace Under Attack: A Call for Multistakeholder Approach Kenya’s cyberspace experienced a cyber attack from a group calling itself ‘Anonymous Sudan’, believed to be hired cyber-mercenaries from Eastern Europe. The attack targeted critical government and private sector services, causing servers to shut down. Defending against such attacks requires a deliberate, long-term, multistakeholder approach, as outlined in Kenya’s National Cybersecurity Strategy. [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCI4MTU4Njc1Y2NjZGYiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Data-privacy-Mati Mango](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCI4MTU4Njc1Y2NjZGYiLGZhbHNlXQ) E-Citizen Attack: How Cyber Insecurity Enables Inaccessibility [Logo of the e-citizen website](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIyNWI3NWExM2ZkYzYiLGZhbHNlXQ) The government of Kenya's e-services is under attack. The e-Citizen platform, which hosts several essential public services and sensitive data, came under a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack. For days now, no one can access these crucial services online. A collective of hackers claiming to be associated with Anonymous Sudan took responsibility. By Thursday, 27th of July, Kenyans could … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMjEiLCIyNWI3NWExM2ZkYzYiLGZhbHNlXQ) KICTANet Statement on Revised Zero Draft at OEWG Fifth Session KICTANet’s statement on the revised zero draft during the Fifth Substantive Session of the OEWG, including suggestions for stakeholder contributions to the implementation of various proposals. 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Beyond Digitization – What Next for Kenya?
by David Indeje 17 Aug '23

17 Aug '23

Dear Listers, This week, Mr John Walubengo discusses the digitization of government services in Kenya, where over 5,000 public sector services have already been digitized and made accessible online. While this provides convenience and cost reduction to citizens, he argues that there is still much room for improvement. The data that could help citizens make important decisions are buried deep in government departmental silos and is not easily accessible. He suggests that the next step for the government should be to focus on data governance and breaking down departmental data silos to make this information more easily accessible to citizens. He looks forward to hearing your feedback on the same. -- *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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UN Public Call now open for Nominations to Global Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence
by Victor Kapiyo 11 Aug '23

11 Aug '23

Dear Colleagues, The Office of the Envoy on Technology at the UN has announced a *public call for persons to serve on the multi-stakeholder High-Level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence <https://www.un.org/techenvoy/content/artificial-intelligence>*. *The deadline for nominations and self-nominations is 31 August 2023.* Nominations can be submitted here: https://input.un.org/EFM/se/3995D1A465993A1B The body will undertake analysis and advance recommendations for the international governance of artificial intelligence (AI) and report back on the options for global AI governance by the end of 2023. Nominated experts should have leading and relevant expertise among the broad range of fields relevant to the governance of AI or domain of its application. They may include present and former government experts, as well as experts from industry, civil society, and academia, and will serve in their personal capacity. The body is keen to draw on the world’s foremost expertise, and to ensure the Body’s geographically representative, gender-balanced, age-balanced and interdisciplinary composition. Regards *Victor Kapiyo* Partner | *Lawmark Partners LLP* *Nine Planet Apartments, Nairobi | **Web: www.lawmark.co.ke <http://www.lawmark.co.ke/> * ==================================================== *“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude” Zig Ziglar*

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A Thanks
by Adrian Teri 09 Aug '23

09 Aug '23

It's been ~1½ since I took a peek at issues raised in the archive message below. *https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2022-April/037193.html <https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2022-April/037193.html>* I recently noticed that expiry dates shown after topping-up a Saf line are inline with industry standard of 90 days instead of 30 days. Safcom now has a service you can "preserve" your line for upto 2 years called *Daima. *Enrolling to get an eSim still requires a visit to a shop/store but all in all that's 2 out of 3. It's the norm for customers to complain/be vocal when things aren't up to snuff but I take this opportunity to express my gratitude. Stephen Chege, you may be there or not, and whomever works with and/or under you a hearty thanks* - shukran*. Regards, Adrian Teri

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Opportunity-Call for Audiovisual Production of Londa 2022 Report
by Judith Ogutu 08 Aug '23

08 Aug '23

Dear Listers, Good Morning. Please feel free to share this call in your networks. Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a leading pan-African organisation is seeking proposals (*technical and financial)* from creative individuals or organisations working within Africa to develop a compelling audiovisual representation of its 2022 Digital Rights and Inclusion Report- Londa. The report highlights the state of digital rights and inclusion in 24 African countries. Rationale and Scope PIN seeks a creative audiovisual representation that tells the story of the state of digital rights and inclusion in Africa. The output should represent the organisation's Londa 2022 Report <https://paradigmhq.org/londa-22/> and must capture key thematic areas, instances, and elements highlighted in the report in a way that can be viewed and understood by diverse members of society. The language used must be simple, inclusive, and comprehensible to reach a wide audience. PIN has developed award-winning Short Films <https://paradigmhq.org/short-films/> based on the Londa Reports. Timeline Proposed ideas are expected on or before August 11th, 2023. PIN expects a finalised creative product by October 31st, 2023. More details can be accessed on our website: *English:* https://paradigmhq.org/call-for-audiovisual-representation-of-londa-2022-re… *French:* https://paradigmhq.org/appel-a-propositions-representation-audiovisuelle-du… If this RFP describes your company’s capacities, kindly submit your proposal by August 11th, 2023. PIN welcomes collaborative submissions between two or more applicants. Please submit proposals to rfp(a)paradigmhq.org with the subject line: Audiovisual Production-Londa 22 About Paradigm Initiative Paradigm Initiative (PIN) connects underserved young Africans with digital opportunities and protects their rights. We have worked in communities across Nigeria since 2007 and across Africa since 2017, building experience, community trust, and an organisational culture that positions us as a leading social enterprise in ICT for Development and Digital Rights on the continent. Across our regional offices in Nigeria, Senegal, Zambia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and beyond, we have impacted youth with improved livelihoods through our digital inclusion and digital rights programs. The organisation’s programs include Life Skills. ICT. Financial Readiness. Entrepreneurship (LIFE) Training Program, a digital readiness workshop for girls, and Life at Schools Club Program. Kind Regards Judith Ogutu Communications Manager [image: Logo] <https://paradigmhq.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Signature-Finding-diana-a…> Paradigm Initiative Westlands, Nairobi 00100, Kenya t: +254721259193 e: judith.ogutu(a)paradigmhq.org www.paradigmhq.org [image: Facebook icon] <https://web.facebook.com/ParadigmHQ> [image: LinkedIn icon] <https://ng.linkedin.com/company/paradigmhq> [image: Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/ParadigmHQ> [image: Youtube icon] <https://www.youtube.com/paradigmhq> [image: Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/paradigmhq> [image: Banner] <https://paradigmhq.org/londa-22/> This email is confidential and intended for the recipient(s) specified in the message only. It is strictly forbidden to share any part of this message with any third party without the written consent of the sender. If you have received this message in error, please delete it immediately

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What's going on with USSD Applications?
by Ali Hussein 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

What exactly is happening with USSD Applications in the last few days? Many services are affected and we seem to be getting no communication from anyone. I ask - Who is responsible for this mess and why is it so difficult to communicate with us? Communications Authority of Kenya, saidia wananchi, tafadhali. And no, the statement below is super incorrect. I have enough funds - both airtime and Mpesa! so don't ask me that! 😅 Ali Hussein Tel: +254 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim Skype: abu-jomo LinkedIn: http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim

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Senegal must stop escalating trend of normalizing internet shutdowns
by David Indeje 04 Aug '23

04 Aug '23

Dear Listers, KICTANet is part of the #KeepItOn coalition, a global network of over 300 organizations from 105 countries working to end internet shutdowns. Together, we are urging the international community to join our call to the government of Senegal by condemning this new act of digital authoritarianism. The West African nation has had an escalating history of internet shutdowns. "Internet shutdowns harm human rights, exacerbate crises, and stop the free flow of information" Read our joint statement <https://www.accessnow.org/press-release/civil-society-statement-stop-normal…> with other members of the coalition. -- *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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RFP: DEVELOPMENT OF THE JIHUSISHE MOBILE APPLICATION FOR E-SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY IN KENYA
by Victor Kapiyo 03 Aug '23

03 Aug '23

Dear Listers, TISA is looking for a consultant to develop a digital platform where citizens can hold duty-bearers accountable and easily access vital government information to enable them to take civic decisions and actions. The platform will be a space for the public to engage by asking questions and providing their opinions on various social issues. This expands the idea of public participation from ‘Baraza’ type of meetings to a virtual space where anyone could engage with their County Government since the information would be shared with the County for their action. The deadline for submission of expressions of interest is 17th August 2023. Read more: https://tisa.co.ke/jobs/request-for-proposals-development-of-the-jihusishe-… Victor

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NEW!!! “Mapping Kenya’s Cybersecurity Capacity-Building Needs” policy brief
by David Indeje 03 Aug '23

03 Aug '23

Dear Listers, This is to acknowledge all the discussions on this platform. They are built on our collective efforts to shape the kind of ICT ecosystem we desire to have. Discussions around cyber security have been an ongoing process. We present to you our latest “Mapping Kenya’s Cybersecurity Capacity-Building Needs” policy brief that addresses the growing need for cybersecurity capacity-building in Kenya. According to statistics from the Communications Authority, cyber threats recorded in the country have been on the rise since 2020, with a significant increase in reported system vulnerabilities pointing to potential capacity gaps in securing information systems. This policy brief outlines the steps that need to be taken to address these challenges and build cybersecurity capacity in Kenya. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/policy-brief-kenyas-cybersecurity-capacity-build… -- *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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M-PESA charges go up! Effects of taxation on telecoms and fintech.
by Mwendwa Kivuva 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

Safaricom PLC and other mobile money operators have reviewed their charges after the enactment of the Finance Act 2023. M-PESA mobile transfer charges have gone up from 12% to 15%. At the same time, the excise duty rate for call, SMS, and Internet has gone down from 20% to 15%. Is Financial inclusion in danger? Will users go back to the cash economy? As we fiddle with taxation in the digital space, is there cost-benefit analysis advising these decisions? Best Regards, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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eCitizen is Down
by Victor Kapiyo 27 Jul '23

27 Jul '23

The eCitizen portal has been down since yesterday. I haven't seen any official communication explaining the downtime. Anyone knows why? IMHO, a critical site like it should have 99.9% uptime and any downtime should be communicated. Or could it be that our friends from Mulot wish to collect and keep the convenience fees. Regards, Victor

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Election Integrity in Kenya: Countering Misinformation for a Strong Democracy
by Neema MASITSA 27 Jul '23

27 Jul '23

Dear Listers, Discover the critical role technology plays in safeguarding democracy during Kenya's elections. Uncover the multi-faced approach and key policy recommendations to combat misinformation and empower citizens in this must-read blog! Click here: https://tinyurl.com/35r3wkyy

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Update: Kenya's Cyber Diplomacy at the UN (Policy Brief)
by David Indeje 27 Jul '23

27 Jul '23

[image: Policy Brief.jpg] Dear Listers, Last year, KICTANet made a statement during the Third Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Security of and in the Use of Information and Communications Technologies 2021-2025, UN Headquarters, New York. Our statement "Open-Ended Working Group on Security of and in the Use of Information and Communications Technologies 2021-2025" was read by Ms Grace Githaiga, Convenor, KICTANet, which can be found here https://bit.ly/3SVW03u . Today, we share our policy brief, which: "Looks at the relevant cyber diplomacy developments within the UN with a focus on Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on developments in the field of information and telecommunications in the context of international security, which concluded its work in March 2021. It provides an introduction to the power dynamics that sets the stage and deciphers Kenya’s positioning within the field of nations." The link to download is https://bit.ly/3SVW03u -- *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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Fwd: COMPLAINT AGAINST MKOPA
by James Mbugua 26 Jul '23

26 Jul '23

Listers, Someone here complained about MKOPA failing or ignoring to unlock a phone after the payment was made. I shared the CAK contact here and they responded to it as a complaint. See below and action for your client/friend. Good day, JG ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Bramuel K. Nguya <bnguya(a)cak.go.ke> Date: Wed, Jul 26, 2023 at 10:42 AM Subject: COMPLAINT AGAINST MKOPA To: jgmbugua <jgmbugua(a)gmail.com> Cc: Adano W. Roba <aroba(a)cak.go.ke>, Boniface M. Makongo < bmmakongo(a)cak.go.ke>, Boniface Kamiti <bkamiti(a)cak.go.ke>, John K. Daina < jkdaina(a)cak.go.ke> Dear James, Reference is made to your complaint lodged with the Authority against M-KOPA, regarding their failure to unlock a mobile phone purchased on credit, after receiving the full payment for the phone. To facilitate the investigation, kindly share with us the following evidence: 1. A copy of the agreement with M-KOPA containing the terms of payment and the obligations of M-KOPA upon receiving full payment; 2. Payment receipts, M-PESA messages or any other evidence of all the payments made to M-KOPA for the mobile phone; 3. A copy of the warranty issued for the phone; and 3. Evidence of correspondence with M-KOPA regarding their failure to unlock the phone. Kindly provide the requested evidence within seven (7) days of this email and not later than 2nd August, 2023. Regards, Bramuel Nguya, Consumer Protection Department, Competition Authority of Kenya. Telephone: 254-020-2628233 Direct line: 254-20-2779000 Website: www.cak.go.ke Email: info(a)cak.go.ke <https://competition.cak.go.ke:444/>

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Public Statement in Support of the UN High Commissioner's remarks on AI and Human Rights
by Victor Kapiyo 25 Jul '23

25 Jul '23

Dear Listers, As we approach the start of negotiations to agree on a Global Digital Compact <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.un.org/techenvoy/global-digital-co…>, a set of principles for an open, free and secure digital future for all, it is important that organizations who have first-hand experience of both the harms and opportunities that digital technology can bring make sure their voices are heard. The speech by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in his remarks at the High Level Side Event of the 53rd Session of the Human Rights Council <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.ohchr.org/en/statements/2023/07/ar…>, was in agreement with AUDRi’s 9 Digital Principles <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://audri.org/&source=gmail-imap&ust=16903…> . In his speech, Volker Türk called for global agreement on regulating AI that is aligned with universal human rights and rule of law frameworks and convened by the United Nations. The High Commissioner emphasizes that the human rights framework “provides an essential foundation that can provide guardrails for efforts to exploit the enormous potential of AI, while preventing and mitigating its enormous risks.” In order to build support for the idea of a human rights-based agreement, individuals and organizations who work in this space are invited to add their signatures to a public statement <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YqImerwouzhGk…> in support of the High Commissioner's remarks. The deadline for signatures is 5pm UTC, Tuesday, 25th July 2023. Regards, *Victor Kapiyo* Partner | *Lawmark Partners LLP* *Nine Planet Apartments, Nairobi | **Web: www.lawmark.co.ke <http://www.lawmark.co.ke/> * ==================================================== *“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude” Zig Ziglar*

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Starlink in Kenya
by Victor Kapiyo 24 Jul '23

24 Jul '23

Starlink is now available in Kenya. How will this technology revolutionize internet access in Kenya? I also note the service doesn't come cheap. https://www.starlink.com/?referral=RC-4950-98133-13&utm_source=KenyaLaunch Regards, *Victor Kapiyo* Partner | *Lawmark Partners LLP* *Nine Planet Apartments, Nairobi | **Web: www.lawmark.co.ke <http://www.lawmark.co.ke/> * ==================================================== *“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude” Zig Ziglar*

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Summary of discussions on : Customer Losses in Mpesa account
by Neema Mujesia 22 Jul '23

22 Jul '23

Dear Listers, During a recent exchange on the KICTANet mailing list, diverse perspectives were shared concerning the court's verdict and its possible ramifications. For further details on this discussion, kindly refer to the following link: https://tinyurl.com/mrw5yapb During a recent exchange on the KICTANet mailing list, diverse perspectives were shared concerning the court's verdict and its possible ramifications. For further details on this discussion, kindly refer to the following link. De

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Call for Comments for Removal of 30pct local Shareholding for Foreign ICT Companies
by David Indeje 21 Jul '23

21 Jul '23

Dear Listers, Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology has proposed the removal of the 30% local shareholding requirement for foreign ICT companies. The National ICT Policy Guidelines, 2020, gazetted under section 5(4) of the Kenya Information and Communications Act (KICA) (No.2 of 1998), currently requires all licensees to comply with the 30% local shareholding provisions within a 3-year grace period. For more information: State frees Airtel, tech giants from 30pc local stake sale - Business Daily (businessdailyafrica.com) <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/state-frees-airtel-from-30pc…> -- *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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Taveta Sub-County Shape Files
by Ijaa Oriama 21 Jul '23

21 Jul '23

Hello, Is there anyone on the list who can assist me finding Shapefiles for Taveta Subcounty. Kindly requesting. Regards Meshack

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Smartphones shortage in Kenya as taxman inspects each item
by Mwendwa Kivuva 20 Jul '23

20 Jul '23

Kenyans will pay more for smartphones following KRA move to charge importers duty on value of each imported item as opposed to Ksh200/kg (cargo consolidation). Combined with a weak shilling, stocks of smartphones are running out as prices rise while traders report reduced revenues KRA is calling upon importers of smart phones whose cargo is held at the ports to accelerate the verification of their consignments in a bid to address the shortage that has hit the market. Read more https://nation.africa/kenya/business/smartphones-crisis-looms-as-taxman-tig… -- Best Regards, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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Blockchain Technology Boosts Kenya’s Affordable Housing
by David Indeje 20 Jul '23

20 Jul '23

Dear Listers The affordable housing project in Kenya, started by the previous Uhuru administration and accelerated by the current President Ruto’s administration, is a good initiative to fix the broken housing market. However, there is a trust deficit between citizens and government administrations. Mr John Walubengo says to solve that: "Blockchain technology can help by tokenizing housing assets, making them widely available for purchase and allowing investors to own a fraction of the house. This unlocks new funding streams and increases transparency." Do you agree? https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kenyas-affordable-housing-great-idea-poor-execut… -- *Kind Regards,* *David Indeje* *KICTANet Communications *_____________________________________ +254 (0) 711 385 945 | +254 (0) 734 024 856 KICTANet portals KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/18428106/admin/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/>

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Re: KICTANet Digest, Vol 185, Issue 40
by June Okal 19 Jul '23

19 Jul '23

Dear listers, I am overwhelmed by all the kind messages, calls, texts, emails and comments across platforms. It really is good to be home! Thanks Indeje for sharing this. As you're all aware I'm a (very) proud KICTANetter and a loud advocate of the amazing work we do here as a one stop shop for all stakeholders in the ICT Policy field with such meaningful work recognized locally, regionally and globally. Our intention as an org at ICANN and on my personal behalf, is to remain actively engaged in the community, to continue working collaboratively and to keep building on the amazing foundation that @Bob Ochieng <bob.ochieng(a)icann.org> set up for us. Bob (in his new VVIP role <https://www.icann.org/profiles/284> as Senior Director, New gTLD Subsequent Procedures still at ICANN :) ) and I still remain in Nairobi at our Africa Engagement Center in the CBD, a call/text/tweet/email away. P.s. I was in the inaugural KESIG class <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/kenya-school-of-internet-governance-2016-fellows/> #proudalum :) Kind Regards, June Okal LinkedIn Profile <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/juneokal> www.juneokal.com On Tue, 18 Jul 2023 at 12:46, <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://mm3-lists.kictanet.or.ke/mm/lists/kictanet.lists.kictanet.or.ke/ > 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: Congratulations Ms June Okal🎉🎉 (sheriff) > 2. Re: Call for Comments for Removal of 30pct local Shareholding for > Foreign ICT Companies > (Linda Wairure) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:05:32 +0300 > From: sheriff <ambanishariff(a)gmail.com> > Subject: [kictanet] Re: Congratulations Ms June Okal🎉🎉 > To: Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Message-ID: <25668E1B-B711-47AF-88CC-CF9DCEF9F15C(a)hxcore.ol> > Content-Type: text/html; charset="utf-8" > > A message part incompatible with plain text digests has been removed ... > Name: not available > Type: text/html > Size: 4096 bytes > Desc: not available > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:42:48 +0300 > From: Linda Wairure <lindagichohi(a)gmail.com> > Subject: [kictanet] Re: Call for Comments for Removal of 30pct local > Shareholding for Foreign ICT Companies > To: "Kenya's premier ICT Policy engagement platform" > <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > Message-ID: > <CAAz4j=Ad= > J09SP8Lm+WYC+KymnwXAQUULtgbo6LcrwNtk789sA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: multipart/alternative; > boundary="00000000000076b8120600bfbd1a" > > Removal of the 30% local shareholding will attract foreign investment, > stimulate economic growth, foster innovation, technological advancement, > promote competition and market efficiency, expand export potential and > access to global markets. > > However, on the cons echoing Mr. Walubengo's sentiments. There are certain > risks to it such as; potential loss of local control and influence over the > ICT sector, decreased incentive for knowledge transfer and skills > development, risk of economic leakage and reduced local economic benefits > and disruption to existing local ICT companies and potential job losses. > > Case Study: > 1. Malaysia Digital replaces Multimedia Super Corridor exempting foreign > companies in certain areas from local ownership requirements. This led to > the boost of foreign investment. > > https://www.mondaq.com/fin-tech/1227186/multimedia-super-corridor-msc-to-ma… > > 2. Singapore's Information Development Authority, business incentives for > foreign investors. However, most of them have local ownership requirements > in order to promote knowledge transfer and foster collaboration with local > entities. The policy aimed to ensure that foreign investors partnered with > local companies, enabling technology and skills transfer to the local > workforce. The IDA closely monitored compliance with the policy and > provided support for companies to meet the requirement. This approach > helped attract foreign investments while promoting local capacity building > and innovation in the ICT sector. > > https://www.aseanbriefing.com/news/business-and-tax-incentives-for-foreign-… > https://www.imda.gov.sg/how-we-can-help/smes-go-digital/start-digital > > 3.India's Software Technology Parks (STP) implemented a different approach > by not mandating a specific local shareholding requirement for foreign ICT > companies > > > On Wed, 12 Jul 2023, 13:40 Barrack Otieno via KICTANet, < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > Out of curiosity, has anyone done some research or come across research > on > > the impact of this directive on the ecosystem. Is the ecosystem > extractive > > or beneficial. Can we measure the level of knowledge transfer that such a > > directive has resulted in?, it would be nice to have a debate on the pros > > and cons which can be part of our contribution. > > > > Best Regards > > > > On Wed, Jul 12, 2023 at 1:04 PM Wainaina Mungai via KICTANet < > > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > > > >> My comment would be to echo Walubengo's point in April 2023: > >> > >> "The rationale for the 30% rule was simply to ensure foreign investors, > >> especially in the high-tech sector like ICT, would be forced to partner > >> with locals for purposes of knowledge transfer." > >> > >> -- Instead of removing the requirement, improve monitoring and reporting > >> on the tech and knowledge transfer. > >> > >> -- Enhance transparency in operator licencing to minimize the abuse of > >> the requirement. > >> > >> Removing the requirement may mean the local gatekeepers and brokers will > >> achieve their armtwisting without any risk of exposure. > >> > >> My two cents... > >> > >> > >> > >> On Wed, Jul 12, 2023, 12:09 PM David Indeje via KICTANet < > >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> > >>> Dear Listers, > >>> > >>> Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology has > >>> proposed the removal of the 30% local shareholding requirement for > foreign > >>> ICT companies. The National ICT Policy Guidelines, 2020, gazetted under > >>> section 5(4) of the Kenya Information and Communications Act (KICA) > (No.2 > >>> of 1998), currently requires all licensees to comply with the 30% local > >>> shareholding provisions within a 3-year grace period. > >>> > >>> For more information: State frees Airtel, tech giants from 30pc local > >>> stake sale - Business Daily (businessdailyafrica.com) > >>> < > https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/state-frees-airtel-from-30pc… > > > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> -- > >>> *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/> > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> KICTANet mailing list -- kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >>> To unsubscribe send an email to kictanet-leave(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke > >>> Unsubscribe or change your options at: > >>> > https://mm3-lists.kictanet.or.ke/mm/lists/kictanet.lists.kictanet.or.ke/ > >>> > >>> Mailing List Posts Online: https://posts.kictanet.or.ke/ > >>> > >>> Twitter: https://twitter.com/KICTANet/ > >>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/ > >>> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KICTANet/ > >>> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/ > >>> YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow/ > >>> > >>> KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder Think Tank for people and institutions > >>> interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. > >>> KICTANet is a catalyst for reform in the Information and Communication > >>> Technology sector. 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Congratulations Ms June Okal🎉🎉
by David Indeje 19 Jul '23

19 Jul '23

Dear Listers, Join us in congratulating one of our own, Ms June Okal who has been appointed Senior Manager, Stakeholder Engagement, Africa ICANN. She was among the second Cohort of the Kenya School of Internet Governance. Overtime, she has been sharing her with us and being a voice in the internet governance space, make her mark through invaluable contribution. Through her own words, this is what she shared of her journey to ICANN https://www.juneokal.com/post/leaving-harvard-moving-back-to-nairobi-and-jo…

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M-KOPA Phone Refuses Unlock After Finishing Payment
by Peter Osotsi 16 Jul '23

16 Jul '23

Dear listers; An M-Kopa client contacted me in April 2023 regarding a phone she had faithfully paid for 34,000/- over a period of time (3yrs) but once she completed paying for it they are unable to unlock the phone. Since March it's been a game of ping pong. They eventually suggested she visits some shop in Westlands where she is supposed to pay for her device to be unlocked. I am looking at the best way to address this since I still believe M-KOPA should not charge a client any more money once the payment for the device has been done. Once a device has been fully paid for I believe they should unconditionally unlock the device without further cost to the client. They are saying the device is out of warranty which is 365 days and any payments out of this period means if the device refuses to unlock you pay for it. Kindly advise before I escalate this consumer abuse.further. Anyone in the list from the above company can contact me off list so that we can resolve this issue amicably.

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