Many thanks Grace, On the topic of inclusiveness and diversity, i think there is need for the community to go back to the drawing board. We have had parallel initiatives by different players in the sector that are meant to strengthen the local Internet Community resulting in duplication of efforts and misinformation. I think there is need for a local calendar outlining key events by all stakeholders in the Internet Community to ensure there is proper participation where possible as per our constitutional requirements. It would also be good for our Ministry of Information and Communication and the Communications Authority to have Stakeholder engagement personnel who provide constant updates to the community and participate in online debates highlighting government positions. Best Regards On 7/20/15, Grace Mutung'u (Bomu) via kictanet <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
Listers,
Since promulgation of the Constitution, Kenya has become a litigious society, and the ICT/Internet sector has not been spared. For instance, the processes used to constitute public ICT bodies was contested while a good part of the digital migration process also played out in the public galleries.
Looking at Kenya's past journey in ICT/Internet governance, has it been inclusive?
Are we presently adhering to Article 10 on public participation in local Internet governance matters? Do the present mechanisms facilitate meaningful participation of all including those with disabilities?
What are the roles of the various stakeholders and are they all playing their roles?
Is the ICT environment in Kenya inclusive—that is, with an atmosphere in which all people feel valued and respected and have access to the same opportunities?
What is the state of Universal Access and implementation of Universal Service Fund in Kenya?
Are the USF Council members representative of the Internet community in Kenya? Are all stakeholders' interests taken into consideration in forming the USF council?
Welcome to the discussion.
-- Grace L.N. Mutung'u Nairobi Kenya Skype: gracebomu Twitter: @Bomu
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