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Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) is Hiring - MediCapt Director
by Suzanne Obanda Kidenda 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Greetings All - I write to share that Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) is currently hiring for a MediCapt Director to lead the scaling and implementation of MediCapt<https://phr.org/issues/sexual-violence/medicapt/>, a mobile application that is transforming the way forensic evidence is collected, documented, and deployed to support prosecutions and accountability for sexual violence. MediCapt is being used by Clinicians to compile forensic medical evidence of sexual violence, photograph survivors' injuries, and securely transmit the data to police, lawyers, and judges involved in prosecuting sexual violence crimes. PHR is looking for an entrepreneurial visionary to develop and direct the scaling strategy and lead the MediCapt project and team. The MediCapt Director will be responsible for providing strategic vision, guidance, and leading the growth, expansion, and implementation of the project. We are looking for a collaborator who will mobilize and work with a broad group of constituents and manage a team that will deliver on the complex day-to-day operations of the initiative. MediCapt is at an exciting inflection point where it is poised for scaling. The app has been successfully piloted across four sites in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, demonstrating proof of concept and the positive outcomes and impact of the application in these considerably different contexts. In the next phase of the project, PHR will launch a scaling plan to sustainably scale MediCapt nationally in Kenya as well as in new geographies to widen its reach and impact. Please share the linked job description below with your networks and other suitable individuals that you think will be interested in applying. Thank you so much for your help! https://phr.org/issues/sexual-violence/medicapt/ Kind Regards, Suzanne Kidenda | Senior Program Officer Pronouns: she/her/hers Physicians for Human Rights 213 Lantana Road | Nairobi | Kenya Mobile | +254.720.854.415 phr.org<http://physiciansforhumanrights.org/>

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CORRECT LINKS ----- ASSESSMENT: Help Develop Kenya's National Digital Skills Roadmap
by David Indeje 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Dear Listers, The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) and the ICT Authority of Kenya, with the support of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), are developing a national digital skills roadmap for Kenya. This roadmap aims to: - Assess Kenya's digital skills needs for ICT professionals - Identify any existing skills gaps - Develop a plan to harmonize digital skills training for the future This initiative aligns with Kenya's National Digital Masterplan 2022-2032 and will help ensure a skilled workforce prepared for the future of technology. We kindly request your participation in this project. As part of the assignment, Prof. Thomas Senaji (The Consultant) has been contracted to collect data from stakeholders on ICT digital skills to guide the subsequent development of the national digital skills roadmap. *How You Can Help* Please complete the following two questionnaires: - *Part I: Digital Skills Assessment* (5-10 minutes) *https://forms.gle/njxT2bz3L51ZVF2K7 <https://forms.gle/njxT2bz3L51ZVF2K7> * - *Part II: Digital Skills Competency* (10-15 minutes) * https://forms.gle/BJ6eod9TDNa18688A <https://forms.gle/BJ6eod9TDNa18688A> * Thank you for your time and contribution. -- *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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ASSESSMENT: Help Develop Kenya's National Digital Skills Roadmap
by David Indeje 14 Apr '24

14 Apr '24

Dear Listers, The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) and the ICT Authority of Kenya, with the support of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), are developing a national digital skills roadmap for Kenya. This roadmap aims to: - Assess Kenya's digital skills needs for ICT professionals - Identify any existing skills gaps - Develop a plan to harmonize digital skills training for the future This initiative aligns with Kenya's National Digital Masterplan 2022-2032 and will help ensure a skilled workforce prepared for the future of technology. We kindly request your participation in this project. As part of the assignment, Prof. Thomas Senaji (The Consultant) has been contracted to collect data from stakeholders on ICT digital skills to guide the subsequent development of the national digital skills roadmap. *How You Can Help* Please complete the following two questionnaires: - *Part I: Digital Skills Assessment* (5-10 minutes) https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/middle-and-high-school/en/cre… - *Part II: Digital Skills Competency* (10-15 minutes) https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/middle-and-high-school/en/cre… Thank you for your time and contribution. *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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AFA@11 STD
by Eric M K Osiakwan 12 Apr '24

12 Apr '24

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APPROVED: the Computer Misuse and Cybercrime (Critical Information Infrastructure and Cybercrime Management) Regulations, 2024.
by David Indeje 11 Apr '24

11 Apr '24

Dear Listers, The (Kenya) National Assembly has approved the Computer Misuse and Cybercrime (Critical Information Infrastructure and Cybercrime Management) Regulations, 2024. / https://www.interior.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/computer-misuse-and-c… You can also refer to our contributions to the same - Comments on Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Critical Information Infrastructure) Regulations 2023 https://tinyurl.com/2s4w857e -- *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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Tracking of cooking gas cylinders
by Edwin Matoke 10 Apr '24

10 Apr '24

It Is surprising how until now it is not clear if it will be RFID or IOT, June is two months away. With the short time frame, IOT seem to be the best option and in this case the Data volume being low, I.e location and ID, Narrow Band(NB) Iot will suffice. Power consumption is also low. And IOT devices are known to have a very long life span with low power consumption. This will be very easy to deploy just needs the devices on cylinders, iot application and contract with MNO,s for the narrow band IOT This is a great opportunity to utilize the widespread mobile networks and great use case of internet. On the other hand, RFID will require a countrywide deployment of readers at various points, and a unique application for post processing data. Deployment of this is expensive, operations and maintenance also expensive. Eng. Edwin M. Ombega Sent from my iPhone > On 10 Apr 2024, at 03:30, kictanet-request(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke wrote: > > Re: Kenya to implement automated tracking system for cooking gas cylinders from June

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Kenya to implement automated tracking system for cooking gas cylinders from June
by Victor Kapiyo 09 Apr '24

09 Apr '24

Dear Listers, Kenya will introduce a new system in June to track cooking gas cylinders, aiming to combat the thriving black market in the industry. The tracking will be done using Internet of Things (IoT) or Radiofrequency identity (RFID) chips, providing visibility from import points to end-consumers. The automated tracking aims to address safety concerns and accidents caused by illegal refilling, as well as reduce the black market in residential areas and informal places. The move comes amid increasing LPG consumption and the entry of new players in the sector, with plans to open up the market ahead of the end of price controls in 2025. Will this work? https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/kenya-races-to-start-trackin…

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KICTANet Newsletter: 5th Edition Update (2024) 📰
by Neema MASITSA 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Dear listers, We are thrilled to share with you the latest updates and highlights from KICTANet's dynamic initiatives in March! In our latest newsletter, you will find insightful discussions on various topics, including tackling digital IDs, empowering vulnerable groups in cybersecurity practices, revitalizing Kenya's ICT sector, and much more. We have been actively working towards fostering inclusivity, driving innovation, and advocating for positive change in Kenya's digital landscape. We invite you to dive into our newsletter to learn more about our impactful initiatives and the strides we are making toward shaping a more resilient and inclusive digital future. Read the newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/37cynp29 Thank you for your continued support and interest in our work. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments from KICTANet! Best regards, Neema Mujesia, Communications Officer, KICTANet

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Fwd: Opportunity for Kenyan Companies to Exhibit at the May 2024 AI Expo for National Competitiveness
by Grace Githaiga 07 Apr '24

07 Apr '24

Listers This might be of interest to some of you. Please note the deadline. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Campbell, Yanique (Nairobi) <CampbellY(a)state.gov> Date: Sat, Apr 6, 2024 at 8:14 PM Subject: Opportunity for Kenyan Companies to Exhibit at the May 2024 AI Expo for National Competitiveness To: Campbell, Yanique (Nairobi) <CampbellY(a)state.gov> Dear friends and colleagues, Flagging an opportunity to exhibit at the Special Competitive Studies Project’s (SCSP) *to join the first **AI Expo for* *National Competitiveness **in Washington, D.C., on May 7-8, 2024, at the D.C. Convention* *Center. *Founded in 2021, SCSP is a bipartisan, not-for-profit project that is the premier institution in Washington D.C. working on technology and national competitiveness. *The Expo will be a first-of-its-kind event in Washington D.C., *bringing together leaders in innovation from around the world to spark new conversations on public-private cooperation in critical technology areas. *Approximately 200 exhibitors from government, industry, and academic partners will showcase the latest technological breakthroughs *in AI, biotechnology, next generation networks, augmented reality, microelectronics, and beyond. *A program of global leaders will speak on the strategic importance that technology holds for national competitiveness*. The lineup will be similar to SCSP’s most recent event, the 2023 Global Emerging Technology Summit <https://www.scsp.ai/summit23/>, which included Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Japanese Minister for Digital Transformation Taro Kono, Ukrainian Minister of Strategic Industries Oleksandr Kamyshin, and others. They are welcoming Kenyan officials and private sector partners to exhibit. Registration and attendance to the event will be free and they are willing to cover transportation and accommodation as needed. If you would be interested in exhibiting at the expo (SCSP is charging $35/sq foot on the exhibit floor for exhibitors), please send me an email sharing your company’s expertise in emerging tech and why this would be a good fit for you and I’d be happy to connect you to my colleagues organizing the program. Appreciate if you could share *by Monday (4/8) COB in Nairobi*. Thanks, enjoy the weekend, and see below additional info for your perusal. ************************ *SCSP's work that might be of interest to you*: *Mid-Decade Challenges to National Competitiveness* <https://www.scsp.ai/reports/mid-decade-challenges-for-national-competitiven…> - https://www.scsp.ai/reports/mid-decade-challenges-for-national-competitiven… This was the report we released in September 2022 that identified the global technology challenges America and its allies and partners will face in the next decade through ~2030. *Generative AI: The Future of Innovation Power * <https://www.scsp.ai/reports/gen-ai/>*- *https://www.scsp.ai/reports/gen-ai/ This September 2023 report considered the implications of GenAI on the work of our government - we wrote this as a series of memos to U.S. government agencies working on economic issues, AI governance, intelligence, defense, foreign policy, and future tech platforms/innovation. *Global Emerging Technology Summit Recap* <https://scsp222.substack.com/p/global-emerging-technology-summit-1f4>* -* https://scsp222.substack.com/p/global-emerging-technology-summit-1f4 This newsletter recapped our last big Summit event in September 2023. *Mapping the U.S.-PRC Tech Competition Landscape* <https://scsp222.substack.com/p/mapping-the-us-prc-tech-competition> - https://scsp222.substack.com/p/mapping-the-us-prc-tech-competition This recent piece by Channing maps the state of the competition between the U.S. and the PRC is a few key technology platforms - we are doing more research to build out additional maps of other platforms. *Yanique Campbell* Economic Officer U.S. Embassy Nairobi -- Kind regards, Dr. Grace Githaiga*,* CEO@*KICTANet* <https://www.kictanet.or.ke/> @ggithaiga <http://twitter.com/ggithaiga> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegithaiga/> ___________________________ KICTANet.or.ke <https://kictanet.or.ke/> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/kictanet> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/kictanet/> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/KICTANet/> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/kictanet/> | Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbcLVjnPtTGBEeYLGUb2Yow/videos> | TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@kictanet> KICTANet: *Transformed communities through the power of ICTs*

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Global Digital Compact Zero Draft released
by Barrack Otieno 02 Apr '24

02 Apr '24

Listers, For those following global Internet and Digital Governance issues, this might be of interest. https://www.un.org/techenvoy/sites/www.un.org.techenvoy/files/Global_Digita… It would be great if we can submit our comments at the conclusion of the Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2024. Best Regards -- *Barrack Otieno* *Trustee* *Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTAnet)* *Skype:barrack.otieno* *+254721325277* *https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/ <https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrack-otieno-2101262b/>* *www.kictanet.or.ke <http://www.kictanet.or.ke>*

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Securing the Internet, Open Source and Other Easter Stories : CVE-2024-3094
by Lawrence Muchilwa 31 Mar '24

31 Mar '24

Dear listers, Once in a while, we are reminded of how the internet is fragile and how securing it is even more fragile. Someone or a team managed to add a backdoor to software that's used by approximately 80% of the internet. This backdoor would have allowed unauthorized remote access to any affected system. This was detected by sheer luck and is being tracked as CVE-2024-3094; see attached. This attack is suspected to be the work of a nation-state actor and might have started in 2022. It shows the threat posed by supply chain attacks and open-source software. It also highlights the challenges involved in maintaining open-source software and how a malicious threat actor can exploit these challenges to their advantage. Organizations should invest in processes and tools that maintain a software bill of materials (SBOM). This ensures that attacks like this can be detected faster and improves organizational mean time to detect (MTTD). Security is a layered approach. As much as CVE-2024-3094 would have gone unnoticed, a reduced threat surface would have reduced the possibility of the threat. -- with kind regards Muchilwa Lawrence https://overwatch.or.ke www.testmyids.ke

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(Urgent!) Potential Backdoor in a Compression Package used in Linux Distributions [CVE-2024-3094]
by Jacinta Wothaya 31 Mar '24

31 Mar '24

Dear Listeners, A critical security vulnerability [*CVE-2024-3094]* has been discovered in XZ Utils versions *XZ 5.6.0* (released Feb. 24) and *XZ 5.6.1* (released March 9). This backdoor could potentially allow a malicious actor to compromise sshd authentication, granting unauthorised access to the entire system remotely. Andres Freund, a security researcher working as a PostgreSQL developer at Microsoft discovered the vulnerability and reported it to OpenWall on March 29, 2024. The XZ Utils is a FOSS software suite that provides tools for data compression and decompression. It is commonly used due to its high compression ratio and efficiency. It also contains the liblzma library, which developers can integrate into their applications. XZ utils is widely used in the FOSS, especially in many Linux distributions hence, the vulnerability threatens the entire Linux ecosystem. As a result, Red Hat, Inc. has issued it a *CVSS Score of 10*, the highest possible score for any vulnerability. Specifically, the backdoor: - Can allow an attacker to access the system from anywhere. - Doesn't require any privileges to exploit. - Works silently without requiring user interaction. - Can allow the attacker to change objects outside the affected component. - Can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the entire system. The Open source community and government agencies are monitoring the issue and will provide advice as investigations continue. So far it has been confirmed that testing, unstable, and experimental distros of *Fedora 41, Fedora Rawhide, and Debian *contain the vulnerable XZ versions. It was also included in *Tumbleweed and MicroOS distros of openSUSE*. Users of these Linux systems are advised to check the version of XZ Utils installed and immediately update their systems using the advisory provided by their distribution’s website. Several artifacts of a stable release of *Arch Linux* (NOT used in production systems) are also affected. These mirrors have been removed and users are advised to update to the latest version. In addition, a technical steering committee member for Homebrew confirmed that they downgraded the untrustworthy versions of XZ 5.6x. *Homebrew* is an open-source package manager that *installs* *UNIX tools for macOS systems*. Further information about *CVE-2024-3094* can be found on the following websites: 1. National Institute of Standards and Technology’s National Vulnerability Database <https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-3094> 2. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency <https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2024/03/29/reported-supply-chain-co…> 3. Red Hat <https://www.redhat.com/en/blog/urgent-security-alert-fedora-41-and-rawhide-…> 4. Kali Linux <https://www.kali.org/blog/about-the-xz-backdoor/> 5. Openwall <https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/03/29/4> 6. Arch Linux <https://archlinux.org/news/the-xz-package-has-been-backdoored/> 7. OpenSUSE <https://news.opensuse.org/2024/03/29/xz-backdoor/> 8. Tenable gives a summary of the affected systems <https://www.tenable.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-cve-2024-3094-suppl…> *On a more interesting note*, I did some digging and here is what I have so far: Andres <https://mastodon.social/@AndresFreundTec> is one of the leading contributors to the Postgres community. He was testing a Debian unstable release for possible portability problems with Postgres when he noticed a series of coincidences including a 500ms latency on many failed sshd processes using wrong usernames. He then discovered the liblzma package was the one draining the CPU. He also recalled seeing an odd complaint a few weeks before in automated testing of Postgres using a Linux tool called Valgrind. Upon further investigation, Adres realised that the XZ repository and the XZ tarballs had been backdoored. What is concerning is that the compromise was not injected into released Debian packages but was introduced by a community maintainer of the XZ package through the source code uploaded to the GitHub repository. The Github commits were performed over several weeks by the account ‘Jia Tan <https://github.com/JiaT75>’ whose owner remains unknown. However, it was created in 2021 and made its first commit to the XZ repository on 2022/02/06. They have made changes to XZ between 2022 and 2024 and the most recent commit was on 2024/03/09. Alone, these commits may not be suspicious, however, Jia Tan's changes are what caused the Valgrind errors in configurations that didn't meet the updated code’s expectations. Several conversations emerged in different open-source communities about what could be causing the valgrind errors and possible solutions. The persona Jia Tan participated in these conversations and claimed that the errors were due to versions of XZ earlier than 5.6x. They then contacted Fedora to push for an update of XZ to 5.6x versions in stable distributions of Linux and continued to push for this update in other open-source communities. There are also messages from other anonymous accounts pushing for the original XZ maintainer to add a new maintainer right after Jia Tan started helping with the project. This high-interest vulnerability will spark conversations about the integrity of Free and Open Source Software, especially for critical libraries like XZ. I am keen to follow the discussion and will compile a timeline of the attack to update interested listeners. Regards, Jacinta Wothaya

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China bans American foreign microchips and software
by Mwendwa Kivuva 30 Mar '24

30 Mar '24

After Donald Trump banned Chinese companies from using American-made microchips, it appears that the law of unintended consequences is working against America. Over the past four years, China has significantly increased its computer chip production. This growth has led to Huawei becoming the second-largest mobile phone brand in China, marking a remarkable turnaround. The rapid advancement of China in producing high-end microchips, such as the level 7nm chip powering the Huawei Mate 60 and iPhone XS, has surprised the US intelligence network. This is in contrast to the more advanced 5nm chip in the iPhone 13 and the 3nm chip in the iPhone 15 produced by Western companies. China has taken a further step by implementing measures to replace US-based operating systems (Microsoft), database products, and microprocessors (Intel and AMD) with locally developed Chinese alternatives in government offices. This will have a spillover effect across the Chinese business sector. The Chinese government has cited "safety and reliability" as the primary reasons for this shift, mirroring the security concerns raised by the US regarding Chinese-based systems. In 2023, China accounted for 27% of Intel's $54 billion and 15% of AMD's $23 billion revenue. The implications of these actions are significant, and the future actions of the US under the current Biden administration or any future administration will be closely watched. The broader question raised by these developments is who benefits when superpowers engage in such conflicts. While the competition may lead to advancements in technology, the aggressive pursuit of dominance in microprocessor technology raises concerns about the impact on global innovation and collaboration. Chris Miller, author of Chip War, aptly summarizes the situation by stating, "If you import most of your chips, you're not a manufacturing superpower; you're just assembling high-value components produced elsewhere." The US-China tech war has escalated into a multifaceted conflict encompassing technology, economic dominance, national security, and global influence. This battle for technological supremacy between the two superpowers has reshaped global alliances, trade relationships, and the trajectory of technological innovation. Taiwan and Malaysia's pivotal role in semiconductor production has positioned the Asian countries as key players in this tech war, underscoring the intricate interplay between geopolitics and technology. The unintended consequences of Donald Trump's ban on Chinese companies using American-made microchips have catalyzed China's rapid advancement in computer chip production. This growth has propelled Huawei to become a major player in the mobile phone market, showcasing China's technological prowess. China's strategic measures to replace US-based technology with domestic alternatives in critical sectors like government offices reflect a broader trend of self-reliance and security concerns driving national policies. The implications of these actions, with China accounting for a significant portion of Intel and AMD's sales, highlight the profound impact of the US-China tech war on global tech markets. The competition between the US and China in microprocessor technology raises questions about the balance between technological advancement, market dynamics, and national interests. The conflict not only shapes the tech industry but also influences broader international relations and the future trajectory of global technological development. As the US and China navigate this complex tech war, the broader question of who benefits from such conflicts remains pertinent, with implications for global innovation, collaboration, and the evolving geopolitical landscape. Interesting times ahead. I would love to see what retaliatory or olive branch the US will use under the current Biden administration or the incoming one. And where does Africa, and the Global Majority sit in the global scale of things? Great heading here: China blocks use of Intel and AMD chips in government computers, FT reports https://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-blocks-use-intel-amd-chips-govern… US-China tech war: Is Huawei's new chip a threat? https://amp.dw.com/en/us-china-tech-war-is-huaweis-new-chip-a-threat/a-6691… Rough politics: How Huawei surprised the US with a cutting-edge chip made in China https://www.ft.com/content/327414d2-fe13-438e-9767-333cdb94c7e1 Sources Retrieved on 28 March 2024. Best Regards ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwendwa-kivuva

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KICTANet Working Groups Deliver Recommendations to the the ICT Task Force
by David Indeje 27 Mar '24

27 Mar '24

Dear Listers, The KICTANet Working Groups explored challenges and opportunities in our digital landscape. Stakeholders offered valuable contributions to draft recommendations for an inclusive and equitable ICT ecosystem, which were presented to the ICT Task Force on March 13, 2024. This report outlines a roadmap towards a vibrant digital ecosystem. https://tinyurl.com/3vmt3tn5 -- *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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Nigerian Court Ruling on Truecaller Raises Privacy Concerns
by David Indeje 26 Mar '24

26 Mar '24

Dear Listers, A recent Nigerian court ruling has sparked debate on the balance between technological advancements and individual privacy rights. The case centred around Truecaller, a mobile app for caller identification, and allegations of data privacy breaches. For more details https://tinyurl.com/yf29xber -- *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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Worldcoin tokens (WLD)
by Lydia gachungi 21 Mar '24

21 Mar '24

What is this Worldcoin tokens (WLD)? Are Issues of privacy, data protection taken into account as Kenyans flock to be registered? I am lost on what the objective is and the benefits Lydia

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FCC Officially Raises Minimum Broadband Metric From 25Mbps to 100Mbps
by Josphat Karanja 20 Mar '24

20 Mar '24

New developments. Impact on our national Broadband Policy? https://www.pcmag.com/news/fcc-officially-raises-minimum-broadband-metric-f… Regards ........................................................... Josphat Karanja, *PMP®* *"We who cut mere stones must always be envisioning cathedrals"**. The Pragmatic Programmer*

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Language & Digital Policies
by mnyanchama＠aganoconsulting.com 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

This article might be of interest to many here, particularly on the matter of language and policies in the digital space. How much, for instance, is Kiswahili (our national language) at the centre of policies in Kenya? Tanzania? Etc. https://techreg.org/article/view/13965/20854 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ Matunda Nyanchama, PhD, CISSP; Director & Managing Consultant, <mailto:mnyanchama@aganoconsulting.com> mnyanchama(a)aganoconsulting.com; Phone: +254 101 915 260 Agano Consulting Inc.; <http://www.aganoconsulting.com/> www.aganoconsulting.com; Twitter: <http://twitter.com/#%21/nmatunda> nmatunda; Skype: okiambe ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------- Manage your ICT risks! We are the experts you need! The trusted partners you deserve! Call: +254 101 915 260 (Kenya) or <mailto:info@aganoconsulting.com> info(a)aganoconsulting.com Licensed by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. www.avast.com

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Join the Conversation: X-Space Dialogue on Online Gender-Based Violence
by David Indeje 15 Mar '24

15 Mar '24

Dear Listers, KICTANet, in partnership with Article 19 Eastern Africa, is pleased to invite you to an X-Space dialogue <https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1OwxWYnbzjDGQ?s=20> on the effectiveness of X's (formerly Twitter) content moderation in curbing online gender-based violence (OGBV). *Date: Friday, 15 March 2024 at 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm* As you know, the rise of OGBV online has become a critical issue, with cases spilling over into the real world and causing devastating consequences for women. This X-Space dialogue <https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1OwxWYnbzjDGQ?s=20> aims to tackle this issue head-on by exploring the effectiveness of reporting mechanisms, content moderation challenges, and platforms' responsibility in combating OGBV. We encourage you to join this important conversation and share your insights. Your participation will be invaluable in identifying gaps in current practices, recommending improvements, and strengthening collaboration among stakeholders to support victims and advocate for change. *Click here to join the X-Space dialogue. <https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1OwxWYnbzjDGQ?s=20>* Following the discussion, we will publish a blog post summarizing the key challenges and recommendations. -- *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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Call for MAG Volunteers
by Rosemary Kimwatu 15 Mar '24

15 Mar '24

Good morning listers, KICTANet wishes to invite volunteers from the different stakeholder groups to assist in the preparation of the Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) 2024. The Kenya Internet Governance Forum (KIGF) is an annual meeting that brings together various stakeholder groups to dialogue on ICT and Internet policy. The Steering Team otherwise known as the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) role is to assist in convening the Kenya IGF by preparing the programme and schedule and to improve the IGF process through community consultations, outreach and stakeholder engagement. MAG members volunteer and serve in their personal capacity, and are expected to have established linkages with their respective stakeholder groups. Please review the MAG TORs <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Kqbd7qX1DaojqhN2g9NkrAweTfrefynrUUGsVCf…> To express interest, please send an email to nkakusu(a)kictanet.or.ke <mwaragichanga(a)kictanet.or.ke> with the subject line "Kenya IGF 2024 MAG" indicating your stakeholder group, expertise and why you are interested in joining the steering committee of KIGF 2020 by Thursday, 21st of March, 2024. Membership to the steering team is voluntary and all materials produced by KICTANet are published under creative commons licenses <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/>. Organisations from various stakeholder groups are encouraged to nominate representatives. For more information or clarification, feel free to get in touch. Best regards, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu, Chairperson, 2024 KeIGF MAG Committee.

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Open Tenders @ICTA
by Victor Kapiyo 14 Mar '24

14 Mar '24

Dear Listers, ICTA has published a list of various open tenders that might be of interest to experts within the community. 1. Development of Regional Cross Border Data Regulation 2. Broadband Access Gap Study for the Unserved and Under Served Population 3. Study on Over-The-Top Services (OTT) and Online Streaming Services in Kenya 4. Request for Expression of Interest for Extending of Kenya's Backbone Network - Designation of Missing Links and Supervision of Deployment. The closing date is 25th March, 2024. See more here: https://icta.go.ke/tenders Victor

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Kictanet infrastructure
by Benson Muite 13 Mar '24

13 Mar '24

Kictanet has set a great example for digitization in Kenya by running its own email lists. Being able to run ones own infrastructure is a first step to being able to manage ones data. Some of the work done by Kictanet may benefit from using other software. In particular, would Kictanet also consider setting up and self-hosting: a) Nextcloud - a shared file service that can allow for collaborative editing of documents https://nextcloud.com/ b) Loomio - an online discussion software for streamlined decision making https://www.loomio.com/ c) Decidim - an online software for discussing legislative documents https://decidim.org/

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Re: Imminent Research Grant Call
by Angela Minayo 13 Mar '24

13 Mar '24

The Translated’s Research Center is a space powered by Translated and created in order to contribute to raising awareness, and understanding of the AI & language latest developments. A place to research, connect, share and ultimately create the most relevant global ongoing conversation on “language and AI”. Hi Listers, The third edition of the Imminent Research Grants <https://translated-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2WzaqFu6bOO_3qfL4kujiNIrE2yxV…> is open and the deadline is March 31, 2024. Every year, €100,000 is allocated to five original research projects to explore the most advanced frontiers in the world of language services. The call is open worldwide to anyone who is currently working on a project in one of the following subjects: - Language Economics - Linguistic Data - Human-Computer Interaction - The Neuroscience of language - Machine learning algorithms for translation If you feel this is something that could be of your interest, you can find more information – and submit a 250-word summary of your project – at https://imminent.translated.com/apply-for-your-grants <https://translated-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/20gcz53tf8MV2QuxAq9F44UfRvWRb…> . Best Regards, *Angela Minayo Kidiavai*

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Attachment
by Peter Osotsi 12 Mar '24

12 Mar '24

Dear listers,. I am seeking attachment for Carl, he is doing Applied Computer Science at Daystar University and is also a qualified software engineer. He is due to for attachment from May 2024. Attached please find his resume for your reference. Kind Regards Peter

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Kenya Fintech Policy Guide Note 2024
by Ali Hussein 12 Mar '24

12 Mar '24

Dear Listers Good morning. I hope this email finds you well. In 2020, KICTANet held a meeting of Fintech Professionals and Entrepreneurs to present the first Kenya Fintech Policy Guide Note of 2019. See attached. Today, KICTANet and the Association of Fintechs in Kenya are embarking on updating this seminal document, dubbed Kenya Fintech Policy Guide Note 2024. We humbly request stakeholders across the Fintech Ecosystem to collaborate with us in this important exercise. See the live link to the document <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U81IsDGCYRUIY1vfMFPwT-QqEBwVtxHD/edit?u…> . We look forward to your input. Regards *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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