Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive
Guys, I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral. regards, James
What is so bad about the videos? How would you have known about her case? Would you have believed word of mouth without any supporting evidence (video)? What is so strange with someone having a psychological problem being shown on TV to highlight her case? I find some positions taken by Kenyans quite strange. You'd rather hear (and not take steps to go see for yourself) about it than be shown? Everyone who reads from the press knew (somehow) that Conjestina had suffered a mental degradation, but everyone remained least bothered, right? Now someone highlights it on TV and we call that offensive, irresponsible? What a joke! I personally feel the journalist who did the story deserves one of those CNN Awards for the story. Without the TV footage, Conjestina would continue to rot in her humble abode. On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 3:21 PM, James Kagwe <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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I agree with you Washington, Kenyans and more so authorities responsible for helping and cushoning our heros seem to understand and react only after media highlights issues like what Conjestina is undergoing now. It is a pity yes but it is also a condition anyone would find themselves in. What i wish to point out here is that the journalist was very sensitive to Conjestina's circumstances, going by the delivery style ( shots taken and narration), she chose to carry the story. If you watched the clip i saw (Evelyne Wambui's), she did not reveal Congestina's face until she stood to hug Ida. I consider this responsible journalism since such situations come with its own ethical dilemas. Im sure that if we looked through the footage she has, we could find worse pictures. Regards Racheal ________________________________ From: Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo@gmail.com> To: rachealnakitare@yahoo.co.uk Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Sent: Thursday, 6 September 2012, 15:52 Subject: Re: [kictanet] Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive What is so bad about the videos? How would you have known about her case? Would you have believed word of mouth without any supporting evidence (video)? What is so strange with someone having a psychological problem being shown on TV to highlight her case? I find some positions taken by Kenyans quite strange. You'd rather hear (and not take steps to go see for yourself) about it than be shown? Everyone who reads from the press knew (somehow) that Conjestina had suffered a mental degradation, but everyone remained least bothered, right? Now someone highlights it on TV and we call that offensive, irresponsible? What a joke! I personally feel the journalist who did the story deserves one of those CNN Awards for the story. Without the TV footage, Conjestina would continue to rot in her humble abode. On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 3:21 PM, James Kagwe <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote: Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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Hi For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over. Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through. Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed. We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons. Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons. In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised. Regards Mutwiri Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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I think what Kagwe is trying to say is that a) What was the motive of the journalist to present the story was it to get Conjestina the help she deserves or just to get a story? b) Could they have achieved the objectives without necessarily showing the actions of Conjestina which in the future can cause her more embarrassment. Under the Second Schedule of the Media Act 2007 (Code of Conduct of Journalist)- Section 14 says when reporting about personal grief or shock, inquiries should be made with sensitivity and discretion and Under section 20 As a general rule, the media should apply caution in the use of pictures and names and should avoid publication when there is a possibility of harming the persons concerned. Article 28 of the constitution states that Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected. ( I guess the question is did the journalist respect and protect the dignity of Conjestina while reporting the story? are there areas of improvement as far as protecting the dignity of victims is concerned that we can learn from this news item? While am glad that the media house brought the plight of Conjestina to the public and may be they had good intentions.....I agree with Kagwe that they could have achieved the same in a more dignified way for Conjestina. I guess me and Kagwe might be wrong in our reasoning but its just our opinion.........for me its not accusing the journalist for airing or covering the story. Its about if there could have been a better way ...of killing two birds with one stone. 1.Bringing the plight of Conjestina to the public and getting her the necessary help she deserves 2.Respecting and Protecting her dignity. Thanks On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 4:03 PM, Mutwiri Mutuota <emutuota@googlemail.com>wrote:
Hi
For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over.
Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through.
Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed.
We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons.
Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons.
In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised.
Regards
Mutwiri
Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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Hi Joseph, In as much as I agree with the constitutional schedules raised, an attempt to secure her help last year using what would be loosely termed as dignified means fell flat of action. The same laws also guarantee the media the right to expose as long as it borders on the parameters of public interest to paraphrase. Inaction by authorities informed the media, not Citizen and Everlyn alone, to take a collective stand and press on and show the harsh reality. Nation, Qtv, Capital, Kiss and GTV are some other outlets who covered the latest twist when Kiss first exposed the sorry story three days ago. While I respect Kagwe's and your take on the subject, remember the Swahili say Amani haiji ila kwa ncha ya upanga and in this case, it took the impact of disrobing Conje to get her the attention her family has been crying for in the last two years. All other means had been exhausted and it takes the full understanding of the intent of taking that route to appreciate that on this occasion, the end justified the end. Regards Mutwiri Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 5:04 PM, "Joseph McDonald" <mcdonaldoj@gmail.com> wrote:
I think what Kagwe is trying to say is that
a) What was the motive of the journalist to present the story was it to get Conjestina the help she deserves or just to get a story?
b) Could they have achieved the objectives without necessarily showing the actions of Conjestina which in the future can cause her more embarrassment.
Under the Second Schedule of the Media Act 2007 (Code of Conduct of Journalist)- Section 14 says when reporting about personal grief or shock, inquiries should be made with sensitivity and discretion and Under section 20 As a general rule, the media should apply caution in the use of pictures and names and should avoid publication when there is a possibility of harming the persons concerned.
Article 28 of the constitution states that Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected. ( I guess the question is did the journalist respect and protect the dignity of Conjestina while reporting the story? are there areas of improvement as far as protecting the dignity of victims is concerned that we can learn from this news item?
While am glad that the media house brought the plight of Conjestina to the public and may be they had good intentions.....I agree with Kagwe that they could have achieved the same in a more dignified way for Conjestina.
I guess me and Kagwe might be wrong in our reasoning but its just our opinion.........for me its not accusing the journalist for airing or covering the story.
Its about if there could have been a better way ...of killing two birds with one stone.
1.Bringing the plight of Conjestina to the public and getting her the necessary help she deserves
2.Respecting and Protecting her dignity.
Thanks
On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 4:03 PM, Mutwiri Mutuota <emutuota@googlemail.com>wrote:
Hi
For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over.
Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through.
Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed.
We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons.
Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons.
In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised.
Regards
Mutwiri
Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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By the way some media houses like Citizen followed the code of conduct and aired the story in a dignified manner.Some media houses (i wont mention) me believe could have done better. But like I said am not against the media airing the story,it was the way it was done by some media houses that left alot to be desired. Thanks On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 5:19 PM, Mutwiri Mutuota <emutuota@googlemail.com>wrote:
Hi Joseph,
In as much as I agree with the constitutional schedules raised, an attempt to secure her help last year using what would be loosely termed as dignified means fell flat of action.
The same laws also guarantee the media the right to expose as long as it borders on the parameters of public interest to paraphrase.
Inaction by authorities informed the media, not Citizen and Everlyn alone, to take a collective stand and press on and show the harsh reality.
Nation, Qtv, Capital, Kiss and GTV are some other outlets who covered the latest twist when Kiss first exposed the sorry story three days ago.
While I respect Kagwe's and your take on the subject, remember the Swahili say Amani haiji ila kwa ncha ya upanga and in this case, it took the impact of disrobing Conje to get her the attention her family has been crying for in the last two years.
All other means had been exhausted and it takes the full understanding of the intent of taking that route to appreciate that on this occasion, the end justified the end.
Regards
Mutwiri Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 5:04 PM, "Joseph McDonald" <mcdonaldoj@gmail.com> wrote:
I think what Kagwe is trying to say is that
a) What was the motive of the journalist to present the story was it to get Conjestina the help she deserves or just to get a story?
b) Could they have achieved the objectives without necessarily showing the actions of Conjestina which in the future can cause her more embarrassment.
Under the Second Schedule of the Media Act 2007 (Code of Conduct of Journalist)- Section 14 says when reporting about personal grief or shock, inquiries should be made with sensitivity and discretion and Under section 20 As a general rule, the media should apply caution in the use of pictures and names and should avoid publication when there is a possibility of harming the persons concerned.
Article 28 of the constitution states that Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected. ( I guess the question is did the journalist respect and protect the dignity of Conjestina while reporting the story? are there areas of improvement as far as protecting the dignity of victims is concerned that we can learn from this news item?
While am glad that the media house brought the plight of Conjestina to the public and may be they had good intentions.....I agree with Kagwe that they could have achieved the same in a more dignified way for Conjestina.
I guess me and Kagwe might be wrong in our reasoning but its just our opinion.........for me its not accusing the journalist for airing or covering the story.
Its about if there could have been a better way ...of killing two birds with one stone.
1.Bringing the plight of Conjestina to the public and getting her the necessary help she deserves
2.Respecting and Protecting her dignity.
Thanks
On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 4:03 PM, Mutwiri Mutuota <emutuota@googlemail.com>wrote:
Hi
For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over.
Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through.
Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed.
We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons.
Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons.
In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised.
Regards
Mutwiri
Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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If Data Protection law was in place,what was aired would most likely have failed the test. In one celebrated court case in Sweden,someone was convicted for sending an apology by e-mail informing members of a group that one of them was 'down' with a cold. Even in US ,the media often talk about "medical concerns"of certain persons(when the person is alive) but nothing beyond that lest they risk breaching personal privacy legislation John Kariuki Sent from my BlackBerry® -----Original Message----- From: Joseph McDonald <mcdonaldoj@gmail.com> Sender: "kictanet" <kictanet-bounces+ngethe.kariuki2007=yahoo.co.uk@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Thu, 6 Sep 2012 17:25:32 To: <ngethe.kariuki2007@yahoo.co.uk> Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions<kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ngethe.kariuki2007%40y... The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.
I appreciate the effort by the media to assist Kenyans in need but i also agree with Kariuki. My first reaction when i watched the story was pity, the thought then came to me that Conje was reveled in an undignified manner. It is true indeed that the story has spurred Kenyans into contributing and showing there generosity but it still exposed her in a very vulnerable state. Is it not possible to get Kenyans to respond in the manner they have done without exposing Conje they we did? Kenyan media has been able to get Kenyans to support worthy causes without such graphic details that dehumanize the subject. This story reminded me of Hon. Matiba during the times he used to appear t press conferences, ( i preferred the robust eloquent successful politician and business man of before). I believe dignity is a fundamental right we need to hasten the process of formulating the necessary laws that will protect us from ourselves. Toepista ________________________________ From: "ngethe.kariuki2007@yahoo.co.uk" <ngethe.kariuki2007@yahoo.co.uk> To: nabusoba@yahoo.com Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Sent: Thursday, September 6, 2012 5:50 PM Subject: Re: [kictanet] Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive If Data Protection law was in place,what was aired would most likely have failed the test. In one celebrated court case in Sweden,someone was convicted for sending an apology by e-mail informing members of a group that one of them was 'down' with a cold. Even in US ,the media often talk about "medical concerns"of certain persons(when the person is alive) but nothing beyond that lest they risk breaching personal privacy legislation John Kariuki Sent from my BlackBerry® -----Original Message----- From: Joseph McDonald <mcdonaldoj@gmail.com> Sender: "kictanet" <kictanet-bounces+ngethe.kariuki2007=yahoo.co.uk@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Thu, 6 Sep 2012 17:25:32 To: <ngethe.kariuki2007@yahoo.co.uk> Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions<kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/ngethe.kariuki2007%40y... The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/nabusoba%40yahoo.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.
McDonald, What would have been the more dignified way, in your opinion? Please wear a journalists hat and look at Conjestina. How would you have done it? I feel you've started a discussion but decided to leave it hanging, which to me is as good as not ever talking at all. I still maintain, by inference that the journalist wanted to highlight the plight of Conjestina and get the Nation to come to her help - seeing as she has been abandoned even by the sporting fraternity. OTOH, the journalist has a job to do and so the plight of Conje doubled up as a story. If you and Kagwe have a better way, I'm happy to be told what it is. You might say the clip might distress Conje in the future. However, she will very much appreciate that the same clip brought her the help that couldn't have come otherwise. For anyone who cares, there is a Paybill and Account Number to fundraise for Conje. On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 5:04 PM, Joseph McDonald <mcdonaldoj@gmail.com>wrote:
I think what Kagwe is trying to say is that
a) What was the motive of the journalist to present the story was it to get Conjestina the help she deserves or just to get a story?
b) Could they have achieved the objectives without necessarily showing the actions of Conjestina which in the future can cause her more embarrassment.
Under the Second Schedule of the Media Act 2007 (Code of Conduct of Journalist)- Section 14 says when reporting about personal grief or shock, inquiries should be made with sensitivity and discretion and Under section 20 As a general rule, the media should apply caution in the use of pictures and names and should avoid publication when there is a possibility of harming the persons concerned.
Article 28 of the constitution states that Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected. ( I guess the question is did the journalist respect and protect the dignity of Conjestina while reporting the story? are there areas of improvement as far as protecting the dignity of victims is concerned that we can learn from this news item?
While am glad that the media house brought the plight of Conjestina to the public and may be they had good intentions.....I agree with Kagwe that they could have achieved the same in a more dignified way for Conjestina.
I guess me and Kagwe might be wrong in our reasoning but its just our opinion.........for me its not accusing the journalist for airing or covering the story.
Its about if there could have been a better way ...of killing two birds with one stone.
1.Bringing the plight of Conjestina to the public and getting her the necessary help she deserves
2.Respecting and Protecting her dignity.
Thanks
On Thu, Sep 6, 2012 at 4:03 PM, Mutwiri Mutuota <emutuota@googlemail.com>wrote:
Hi
For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over.
Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through.
Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed.
We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons.
Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons.
In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised.
Regards
Mutwiri
Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote:
Guys,
I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral.
regards, James
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The story deserves kudos and not criticism. It was a sensitive story well done because it resulted to positive outcome. We saw the power of a human interest story when Conjestina's plight was highlighted and the support she has received thereafter. Such are stories that encourage heroes and heroines who have made the country proud but for some reason or another are struggling with issues they could be assisted with be bold to share and remove the veil of silence or shame so that they can be assisted. After all, they are also human. Regards, Jane From: kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+info=amwik.org@lists.kictanet.or.ke] On Behalf Of Mutwiri Mutuota Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2012 4:03 PM To: info@amwik.org Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions Subject: Re: [kictanet] Media: Congestina Video Clips offensive Hi For years, sports media has covered the gory plight our heroes go through after being abandoned after their glory days are over. Conjestina has suffered for the last two years with repeated promises she would be taken care of that have not been followed through. Unmasking her plight for all to see has had the desired impact of finally landing her the help she much needed. We can report she is currently undergoing top notch health care and the goodwill donations especially from Kenyans on Twitter will go a long way in salvaging one of the country's icons. Sports stars such as Frank Bruno and Paul Gascoigne have benefitted from such exposure in Britain and following years of silent demand for action, time has come to expose the grim reality suffered by our sportspersons. In this regard, I consider criticism of the media over Conjestina ill advised. Regards Mutwiri Sent from my Galaxy Pro On Sep 6, 2012 3:35 PM, "James Kagwe" <kagwejg@gmail.com> wrote: Guys, I felt saddened watching video footage of Conjestina on TV yesterday. I think the local media continue to display high level of irresponsibility. Was it really necessary to show the videos on national TV. Assuming she is just mentally disturbed and hoping that she will get well what would be her reaction to such videos which have already gone viral. regards, James _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/emutuota%40googlemail. com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.
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