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Articles from KICTANet 12 May 2023
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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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Review of KICA - Comments Needed
by Victor Kapiyo 09 May '23

09 May '23

Good afternoon listers, The MOICT is calling for views on the proposals on the KICA <https://www.ca.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Kenya-Information-and-Commu…> as per the notice below. A copy of the draft bill and a redlined copy <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kIKY16cYmBDxJ1jPfHA7rfjPR1JGh5WZ/view?usp=…> is attached for ease of reference. You can also suggest changes directly in this Google document <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dNVdq43FOd6obj6jlL1yWTmVincag6_d/edit?u…> . Otherwise, please share your views on the various provisions in this thread in the format below: Section: Proposal: Justification: We look forward to your proposals on or before 7 May 2023. We aim to consolidate the feedback and send a Memorandum to the Committee undertaking the review. [image: image.png] 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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Articles from KICTANet 05 May 2023
by News＠KICTANet 05 May '23

05 May '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI3NmM4MGFmNjg0MjIiLGZhbHNlXQ) 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. Behind the Scene: Experiences from Research on Accessibility of Government Websites After weeks of working tirelessly behind the scenes as researchers, Nicodemus Nyakundi and Florence Ouma had a lot to share with Ms. Judy Okite. In one of the events leading to the launch of the report on the accessibility of government websites, KICTANet’s Digital Accessibility team held a Twitter space talk to discuss their experiences in assessing government websites. In … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJhMTcxY2Y5ODE2YTIiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Behind the Scene: Experiences from Research on Accessibility of Government Websites](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJhMTcxY2Y5ODE2YTIiLGZhbHNlXQ) Device Management System by Communication Authority: The Privacy Perspective [Communications Authority of Kenya](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI3ODY5OWJhNWExZGEiLGZhbHNlXQ) By John Walubengo Recent media reports indicated that the Communication Authority (CA) has finally been granted the green light by the Supreme Court to install a phone spying gadget, the Device Management System (DMS). From the CA tender documents, the DMS that the regulator intends to deploy is a gadget that links into the operator networks to block stolen, counterfeit, substandard, and SIM-box … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI3ODY5OWJhNWExZGEiLGZhbHNlXQ) 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=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJjOTcxNTM5ZGY1YTMiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Unsubscribe](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCIyYWY3ZTBlOGU1ZmMiLGZhbHNlXQ) | [Manage your subscription](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJlZTc2MzM3YTBlZGIiLGZhbHNlXQ) [facebook](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJiODRmYWZmMWNkMjQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [twitter](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCIxMjA1ZTJlOGYwZTQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [instagram](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI0YTA1M2IxM2U5N2YiLGZhbHNlXQ) [youtube](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJiOWIyMmQ2ZmEwOWEiLGZhbHNlXQ) [linkedin](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI5YjlmOWE5MjFjZTEiLGZhbHNlXQ) [custom](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCJiOGUyYmE0OWZhZmQiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Email Marketing Powered by MailPoet](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTkiLCI1ZTNiYjg2ZTY3ZWMiLGZhbHNlXQ)

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FULLY FUNDED INTERNET GOVERNANCE FELLOWSHIP FOR AFRICANS
by Victor Kapiyo 03 May '23

03 May '23

Dear Listers, The Pan-African Youth Ambassador for Internet Governance (PAYAIG) initiative, developed by Cyber Czar and made possible through the generous backing of the UK government, in collaboration with AUC PRIDA, IGF Secretariat, as well as numerous regional NRIs and IGF stakeholders who contributed to its implementation. The goal is to empower 1000 young Africans aged 18-30 before Kyoto, to engage in internet governance and cultivate Africa's internet governance ecosystem actively and meaningfully. The training will be conducted in five different languages – Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Swahili – giving participants the freedom to select their preferred language of instruction. This aligns with this year's IGF overarching theme, "The Internet We Want- Empowering All People". Click here to read more and apply PAN-AFRICAN YOUTH AMBASSADORS FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE OPENS FIRST FULLY FUNDED FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM - THE DIGITAL FINDER <https://thedigitalfinder.com/pan-african-youth-ambassadors-for-internet-gov…> *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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Artificial Intelligence: UNESCO launches Women4Ethical AI expert platform to advance gender equality
by Gachungi, Lydia 03 May '23

03 May '23

________________________________ From: UNESCOPRESSE <unescopresse(a)unesco.org<mailto:unescopresse@unesco.org>> Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 10:32 AM To: UNESCO Addis Ababa <addis(a)unesco.org<mailto:addis@unesco.org>> Subject: Artificial Intelligence: UNESCO launches Women4Ethical AI expert platform to advance gender equality [6419f440e7b04a618f52b35a754fb4f1.png] PRESS RELEASE Artificial Intelligence: UNESCO launches Women4Ethical AI expert platform to advance gender equality Paris, 28 April 2023 - This week, in line with its work to implement global ethical framework for artificial intelligence, UNESCO launched Women4Ethical AI, a new collaborative platform to support governments and companies' efforts to ensure that women are represented equally in both the design and deployment of AI. The platform's members will also contribute to the advancement of all the ethical provisions in the UNESCO's Recommendation. At a time when digital technologies are reshaping everyday life, women are under-represented in the research and design of these technologies, Their needs and experiences are also overlooked by designers, and the data used to train AI is often biased against women and girls. Today, globally, women and girls are 25% less likely than men to know how to leverage digital technology for basic purposes, 4 times less likely to know how to programme computers and 13 times less likely to file for an ICT patent. Only 20% of employees in technical roles in machine learning companies, 12% of artificial intelligence researchers globally and 6% of professional software developers are women. "There is an urgent need to rebalance the situation for women in AI to avoid biased analyzes and to build technologies that take into account the expectations and needs of all of humanity", said Audrey Azoulay, Director General of UNESCO. 17 leading female AI experts from around the world To solve this problem, UNESCO has put gender equality at the heart of its Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence<https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUUTfJv5…>, the first global standard-setting instrument in this area, unanimously adopted by its 193 Member States in November 2021. This document, which is a concrete roadmap for states in establishing their AI policies, plans to adopt a gendered approach to all aspects of AI. To accelerate the implementation of this objective, UNESCO created Women4Ethical AI, a collaborative platform to support governments and companies' efforts. The platform unites 17 leading female experts<https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUTHJTbw…> from academia, civil society, the private sector and regulatory bodies, from around the world. They will share research and contribute to a repository of good practices. The platform will drive progress on non-discriminatory algorithms and data sources, and incentivize girls, women and under-represented groups to participate in AI. With this network of dynamic and committed women, we will make real progress to ensure inclusive and fair outcomes on Artificial Intelligence, as set out in UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of AI," said Gabriela Ramos, UNESCO Assistant Director-General of Social and Human Sciences and co-chair of the platform. "We must place ethics and equality at the forefront of the AI governance discussion and commit to implementing ethical recommendations as a vehicle to protect human rights, fundamental freedom, and human dignity." underlined Alessandra Sala, Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock and co-chair of the platform. Among the tools proposed to ensure the inclusion and empowerment of women at every stage of the AI life cycle are budgetary allocations and the provision of support to women in research, academia, and entrepreneurship. Biased Data leads to discriminatory Outcomes The development, use and deployment of AI systems risks replicating and amplification existing gender biases and creating new ones: lack of diversity in data, programming teams or approaches leads to biased AI tools that propose discriminatory outcomes. These outcomes are used to take important decisions that impact the everyday life of citizens. One example of the harmful impact of biased data is when medical diagnoses are based on evidence collected only from men. 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Nobody wants to be another Oppenheimer (physicist who is known as the 'father of the Atomic Bomb)
by Ali Hussein 03 May '23

03 May '23

Good people The scientist, known as the 'Godfather of AI' <https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alihkassim_nobody-wants-to-be-another-oppenh…>, has quit Google where he used to work. He clarified in a tweet that he quit so that he can speak freely on the dangers of #AI <https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=ai&highlightedUpdateUrns=ur…> without worrying about how that would impact Google <https://www.linkedin.com/company/google/>. Geoffrey Hinton, who alongside two other so-called “Godfathers of AI” won the 2018 Turing Award <https://awards.acm.org/about/2018-turing> for their foundational work that led to the current boom in artificial intelligence, now says a part of him regrets his life’s work. “The idea that this stuff could actually get smarter than people — a few people believed that,” said Hinton to The New York Times <https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-new-york-times/>. “But most people thought it was way off. And I thought it was way off. I thought it was 30 to 50 years or even longer away. Obviously, I no longer think that.” 😳🤔 What is the truth? *Ali Hussein* Fintech | Digital Transformation Tel: +254 713 601113 Twitter: @AliHKassim LinkedIn: Ali's Profile <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> <http://ke.linkedin.com/in/alihkassim> 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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RFP: Employability and Localization in Higher Education
by ALLAN OCHOLA 02 May '23

02 May '23

Hello everyone, Maybe of interest to some, USAID through Leading Through Learning Global Platform (LTLGP), managed by EDC ( Education Development Center) is seeking proposals from individuals and/ or organizations to develop a guidance document for implementing partners, USAID staff, and practitioners working in college- to career transition programs. More information available in the attached document. The deadline to submit the proposals is Friday, May 12, 2023. Best wishes, Allan

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Device Management System by CA vs Data Protection Act (2019)
by David Indeje 01 May '23

01 May '23

Dear Listers, "In security terms, the Communications Authority (CA) just made itself a hot target for cyber-attacks. Whereas CA can take care of its digital assets, given that they host the national Computer Incident & Response Team, <https://www.ca.go.ke/industry/cyber-security/about-ke-cirt/> one still wonders why it would want to expand its attack surface and invite extra attention from hackers." Read more and we invite your feedback. https://www.kictanet.or.ke/device-management-system-by-communication-author… -- *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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We Celebrate You: Happy Labour Day 2023
by David Indeje 30 Apr '23

30 Apr '23

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Articles from KICTANet 28 April 2023
by News＠KICTANet 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTgiLCJmNjBiNmQ4Nzc0YjEiLGZhbHNlXQ) 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. Centre Launched to Support Social Justice Organisations Be Digitally Resilient The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) in partnership with the Africa Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA) coalition members officially launched the Tatua Digital Resilience Centre. The Tatua Digital Resilience Centre aims to support Social Justice Organizations (SJOs) in East Africa, to maintain, grow, change, recover and survive in a changing environment by implementing effective digital strategies. 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The report covers the initiatives and activities conducted during this period, including the commemoration of Data Privacy Day, International Women’s Day, and the creation of a National Coalition on Freedom of Expression and Content Moderation. In addition, the report also provides an outlook for … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTgiLCJkZGRmNGU0MDZmY2YiLGZhbHNlXQ) 30% Local Shareholding Requirements For Foreign Telcos in Kenya Set To Go Recently the Kenyan President – after being persuaded by foreign investors from the US – was convinced that the provision that requires foreign telcos to have local partners with at least 30% shareholding should be done away with. 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Licensed Spectrum Licensed Spectrum refers to frequency bands reserved by a country's telecommunications regulatory body (CA for Kenya, ICASA for South Africa) for use by certain companies like television and radio broadcasters, cellular network operators, etc. These frequencies are auctioned at a fee. Licensed bands allow their users to manage … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTgiLCJkY2FmNWJiYWE5NzMiLGZhbHNlXQ) Visit Our Socials We always want to engage you on our social media pages. 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CA allowed to install mobile phone spying gadget
by David Indeje 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Dear listers, The communications regulator has received the nod of the Supreme Court to instal a device on mobile phone networks to detect counterfeits amid concerns it will give the watchdog access to other customer data, including calls, messages and financial transactions. Regulator allowed to install mobile phone spying gadget <https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/regulator-allowed-to-install…>

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Funding Opportunity: EU Call
by David Indeje 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Dear Listers, The EU Delegation to Kenya just published its 2023 call for proposals for civil society organisations, for a total of 7.6 Mn. EUR divided into 4 lots: (1) EU-Kenya civil society structured dialogue, (2) Digital Democracy, (3) Electoral reforms, (4) Climate change and environmental protection *The deadline for submission of concept notes is on 5 June.* Online info session on 12 May. For details and applications to the call: https://europa.eu/!yVnYnx -- *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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Articles from KICTANet 21 April 2023
by News＠KICTANet 21 Apr '23

21 Apr '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTciLCI1MTliYjg1YWZhNzUiLGZhbHNlXQ) Dear KICTANet Community, 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. As always, we strive to keep you informed and engaged in the discussions shaping our digital future. In this week's edition, we have some exciting news to share with you, including updates on our ongoing projects, upcoming events, and new initiatives. We also highlight some of the key issues and debates that are shaping the digital landscape in Kenya, and beyond. We hope that you find this newsletter informative and useful and that it sparks further discussions and engagement within our community. As always, we welcome your feedback and suggestions on how we can continue to improve and enhance our work. Thank you for being a part of the KICTANet community, and we look forward to sharing our journey with you. Sincerely, The KICTANet Team. Election Dispute – Should We Open The Server #Fungua_Server? By John Walubengo I have tried to keep off the current ‘Open-Server’ chorus and anti-chorus from the political class for two reasons. The first is that I and two others happen to have been involved quite closely with the Presidential Petition 2022, from a technical point of view and thought some of our views were already known and need not be … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTciLCJmZjk3ZTk1YTg1ZmEiLGZhbHNlXQ) [Were The IEBC Servers Hacked?](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTciLCJmZjk3ZTk1YTg1ZmEiLGZhbHNlXQ) Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2023 Opening Remarks by Grace Githaiga [Grace Githaiga is the convenor and CEO of KICTANet.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTciLCJmZTFkZjIxMjNkMTgiLGZhbHNlXQ) On behalf of the KICTANet community and Paradigm Initiative, I welcome you to Nairobi and to the 2023 Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF). I first knew ‘Gbenga Sesan in 2016 when Paradigm Initiative was Paradigm Initiative for Nigeria (PIN). Then it grew to reflect a Pan-African image and dropped the N during the 2017 DRIF to be what it … [Read more](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTciLCJmZTFkZjIxMjNkMTgiLGZhbHNlXQ) Sexual Harassment In The Kenyan Cyberspace By Sylvia Wanjira As disturbing as it is, sexual harassment is a worldwide phenomenon that has continued to plague our societies for decades affecting people from all walks of life. The continuous evolution of the internet has brought forth a new phase of faceless sexual harassers who continue to taunt their victims every day. 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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Call for Input on Draft Kica Amendment Bill 2023
by David Indeje 20 Apr '23

20 Apr '23

Dear Listers, The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy is inviting views from the public on the Kenya Information Communication Amendment Bill 2023. (Attached). KICTANet will make an input into the proposed amendments. As a result, in the spirit of multistakeholderism, if you are interested to be a part of the lean team, kindly notify me via mail. At the same time, you can also share your comments as a reply to this email which we shall compile. The ministry's *deadline is not later than 8th May 2023. * *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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Day of the African Child Celebrations
by Watoto Watch Network 19 Apr '23

19 Apr '23

Hi Listers, Highlighting an upcoming event, on the Children's Calendar of Annual Regional/National Events. *16th June 2023* is *The Day of the African Child,* and the theme this year is "*The Rights of the Child in the Digital Environment."* The National event is being organized by the National Council of Children Services (NCCS). Kindly reach out to us if you would be interested in taking part. Kind regards, Lillian Kariuki. Executive Director, Watoto Watch Network *Email*: Lillian(a)watotowatchnetwork.org *Website* : www.watotowatchnetwork.org watotowatchnet watotowatchnetwork <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free.www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Kenya Election Dispute – Should We Open The Server?
by David Indeje 17 Apr '23

17 Apr '23

Dear Listers, Mr John Walubengo gives us an introspect to the above question which continues to elicit debate within the Kenyan political scene. Do you agree? "The server will not show you who won or lost since that as explained above is already known by midnight election night from the polling station Form34As. However, the server has some other useful information that IEBC is yet to share -the data about the election data." Read along: bit.ly/40iHYuW

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Request for Feedback: Draft Report on Accessibility of Government Websites for Persons with disability
by Nicodemus Nyakundi 17 Apr '23

17 Apr '23

Dear Listers, As fellows within KICTANet's program of ICT Accessibility and Equality of Persons with Disability, we were part of a team that conducted research on ‘Accessibility of the government of Kenya websites for persons with disability’. We came up with a scorecard and a policy brief. The research draft report can be accessed *here <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/reports/>.* Therefore, we wish to request your feedback and recommendations on the draft report. Please add your recommendation or feedback *here* <https://forms.gle/sKiJhAzR2LxrWx4K9>. All the data we collect adhere to our Privacy Statement available here: KICTANet Privacy Policy <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/privacy-policy/> By submitting the information requested, you consent to our collection and processing of the information for the specific purpose outlined above. In case of any queries regarding this request, email info(a)kictanet.or.ke. Regards. *Nicodemus Nyakundi* ICT Accessibility & Equality for PWDs *KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/posts/?feedView=all> <https://twitter.com/KICTANet> <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet>

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Community Networks
by Dr. Mary Ngunyi 17 Apr '23

17 Apr '23

Dear Listers: Am conducting research on Community Networks in Kenya, Namibia, Senegal, Morocco and wondering if anyone might have some leads. This is for a client interested in scaling up any fully operational CN especially those managed by women for their economic activities. Zenzeleni in SA is the best I have and having two more would really help! Asanteni and great weekend

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Articles from KICTANet 14 April 2023
by News＠KICTANet 14 Apr '23

14 Apr '23

KICTANet Newsletter [View this in your browser.](https://www.kictanet.or.ke?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIzMiIsImQ4YTUxYjEzN2Y5OWI0OGE4NmQwMDUyOGFhZGNhMWMxIiwiMTYiLCJmOTVlNzI3YTlkMDMiLGZhbHNlXQ) Dear KICTANet Community, 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. As always, we strive to keep you informed and engaged in the discussions shaping our digital future. In this week's edition, we have some exciting news to share with you, including updates on our ongoing projects, upcoming events, and new initiatives. We also highlight some of the key issues and debates that are shaping the digital landscape in Kenya, and beyond. We hope that you find this newsletter informative and useful and that it sparks further discussions and engagement within our community. As always, we welcome your feedback and suggestions on how we can continue to improve and enhance our work. Thank you for being a part of the KICTANet community, and we look forward to sharing our journey with you. Sincerely, The KICTANet Team. Take on Digital Inclusion: Factors at Play "Building a Sustainable Internet for All" was the theme for the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum(DRIF),2023. Digital Inclusion was the major subtheme in the discussions. The subtheme stirred the digital rights discussion with an in-depth look into digital inclusion for the vulnerable and marginalized, and the promotion of internet inclusion. 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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Kenya Youth IGF Multi Stakeholder Advisory Group - Youth MAG
by Keith Andere 13 Apr '23

13 Apr '23

*The Kenya Youth IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group* (Youth MAG) role is to assist in convening the Kenya Youth IGF Meeting by preparing the programme, logistics and schedule and improving the youth engagement and meaningful participation in the IGF process through community consultations, outreach and stakeholder engagement. Youth MAG members shall volunteer and serve in their personal capacity, and are expected to have established linkages with their respective stakeholder groups and communities. The key tasks include the following: - Develop the detailed programme of the Youth IGF meeting, including the identification of themes, taking into account inputs of all relevant stakeholders; - Determine how best to plan, organise and facilitate the annual IGF meeting; - Coordinate panels and provide support and guidance to panellists, moderators and speakers at the meeting; - Promote the work of the IGF amongst all stakeholders and foster multi-stakeholder participation and collaboration; - Attend MAG meetings – virtual or in-person as and when the situation warrants; - Engage in outreach communication to the wider community and bring other networks related to Internet governance into the discussions and planning; - Explore new networking and fundraising opportunities for contributions to support the event; - Identify emerging Internet governance issues and other areas in need of discussion, research or recommendation; and, - Support any other function of the larger Kenya IGF and provide accountability to the community. It’s important to note that the decisions in the Youth MAG meetings are by consensus, and members will have equal say. The discussions and planning will continue to take place throughout the course of April and June through in-person and virtual meetings. Youth MAG membership shall be renewed on a yearly basis contingent on their engagement and contributions and thereafter is rotated to enhance diversity and bring in new viewpoints. Youth MAG members serve on a voluntary basis. https://forms.gle/agPEVsNPxewKx9e36 *Deadline: 17 April 2023 Midnight (GMT +3)* -- *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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We are Launching The Tatua Digital Resilience Centre
by David Indeje 12 Apr '23

12 Apr '23

Dear Listers, Something great is going to be launched on *Tuesday, 25 April 2023, 0800 – 1400 hours EAT Nairobi, and Zoom.* *The Tatua Digital Resilience Centre.* KICTANet together with other Africa Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA) coalition members established the Tatua Digital Resilience Centre to offer a bouquet of services to SJOs in East Africa to enhance their digital resilience, quickly respond to and recover from digital threats, and harness the power of technology to enable them to achieve their mission in a digitally changing environment. The Centre will initially provide support to SJOs in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda working to advance digital rights, and thereafter scale to other organisations in East Africa, and ultimately, the continent. The Centre is also part of a wider network of resilience hubs in the region under the Ford Foundation’s Weaving Resilience initiative for Stronger Civil Society in the Global South. For more information on how you can participate below: https://www.kictanet.or.ke/launch-of-tatua-digital-resilience-centre/ -- *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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Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2023- #DRIF23 in Nairobi
by David Indeje 12 Apr '23

12 Apr '23

Dear Listers, The 10th edition of the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, from April 12 – April 14, 2023, for the first time ever. Under the theme of “building a sustainable internet for all,” where conversations on digital policies are debated and deliberated on and partnerships are forged for action. Paradigm Initiative who is the convener of the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF), is collaborating with the Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet), and Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT) established under Strathmore University. This year, the sessions will focus on among other themes, Internet shutdowns, Universal Service Fund utilization, data protection, content moderation, and censorship. For details on what the agenda is and what KICTANet will be focusing on: https://bit.ly/3UvcgJB -- *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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