John, It's not that am opposed to the discussion per se. I just feel its time to move things a notch higher and engage positively with the problem rather than just discuss passively so that we end up being part of the solution. As an example, Red Cross has been sending signals that they overwhelmed with logistics in reaching those in need of aid. How can ICT/Kictanet help in mapping the regions, developing databases of resources versus populations affected etc. Can we maybe contact Red Cross and ask for their requirements then help them out??? Bill On Jan 28, 2008 10:31 AM, John Walubengo <jwalu@yahoo.com> wrote:
Bill,
Indeed I debated within myself this question. In the midst of all the chaos I wondered:
1. Is it possible to remain focus and discuss ICT issues 2. Shouldnt we pause and review the issues after the chaos has subsided? 3. Are we doing the victims some injustice by talking ICT as they continue to die?
I notice Brian has already commenced the discussion but please feel free to call for an injuction of the process and we shall go by the majority vote.
walu.
--- Bill Kagai <mediacorp.research@mediacorp.co.ke> wrote:
John, With all due respect I don't think this is the time to do a postmortem for we are still in the mess. This could be the opportunity for kictanet to move from policy oriented discussion to actual engagement on the ground.