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Draft National ICT Policy Discussions Day 4 of 10: How to enhance Universal Service & Access
by Wangari Kabiru 28 Jun '16

28 Jun '16

Blessed Tuesday! Universal Service i. Extend the outlook to serve all people Optimal level of access and value is elusive. We should still consider all to be either unserved or under served ICT wise e.g for universal healthcare, each national is entitled to some basic health at public facilities. Then when in need just by being a national, there is levels of access. Then options of national insurance are available. b. Extending the above further is to have an outlook of an insurance scheme. Capitation model with varied levels for all to utilise on ICT services of choice. ii. Extend utilisation beyond giving "direct telcos services" To key national needs including - Healthcare; herein grows eHealth - Education; herein grows eLiteracy Here is making practical to country situation (recall air ticket levy to fund some diseased) iii. Have a true national carrier Business interests and public good take different tangents. Private sector cannot be compelled willingly forever to serve public interests without a tradeoff that bites at he same public. iv. Back to the basics of industrialisation Use to develop industries for what the ICT sector needs to grow locally and export. Shift from consumerism. v. Apply highly to research and awards Fellowships to researchers and subsidies to new budding ventures and new ideas (from new and existing entities) vi. Civil Society The same way civil society applies itself to provision of "basic needs", there should be increasingly engagement as players in ICTs. The Inclusion ceiling in financial services was broken by innovations by NGOs not private sector. Just as we have radio stations driven NGOs to ensure inclusion of certain groups through access to information. This would mean for instance a telecom run by an NGO. This would mean an ICT industrial needs manufacturing plant by an NGO or consortium. Be blessed. Regards/Wangari On Jun 28, 2016 07:43, Barrack Otieno via isoc wrote: > > Listers, > > We inadvertently skipped the day 4 discussion since it was to be done > over the weekend (Saturday 25 June 2016). As such we will back track > so that we can tackle the topics which are very important. > > Today we focus on the following topics > > *Universal Access (Infrastructure) > > *Universal Service (PWD) > > *Affordable Internet broadband Services > > *Affordable User Devices > > *Public e-Literacy > > The Background > Universal service principles are based on the fact that all citizens > are entitled to basic communication rights. In other words, the > government is obliged to ensure that communication signals reach all > Kenyans, irrespective of their income levels, remote localities, lack > of (e)literacy and/or disabilities (e.g. the blind/deaf/etc). > > There was recent access-gap study commissioned by the regulator which > confirmed that a large number of Kenyan localities are underserved > http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/3155384/-/l3vdw…. > > How can we change the situation? > > Thank you > > -- > Barrack O. Otieno > +254721325277 > +254733206359 > Skype: barrack.otieno > PGP ID: 0x2611D86A > > _______________________________________________ > isoc mailing list > isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc

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Draft National ICT Policy Discussions Day 4 of 10: How to enhance Universal Service & Access
by Barrack Otieno 28 Jun '16

28 Jun '16

Listers, We inadvertently skipped the day 4 discussion since it was to be done over the weekend (Saturday 25 June 2016). As such we will back track so that we can tackle the topics which are very important. Today we focus on the following topics *Universal Access (Infrastructure) *Universal Service (PWD) *Affordable Internet broadband Services *Affordable User Devices *Public e-Literacy The Background Universal service principles are based on the fact that all citizens are entitled to basic communication rights. In other words, the government is obliged to ensure that communication signals reach all Kenyans, irrespective of their income levels, remote localities, lack of (e)literacy and/or disabilities (e.g. the blind/deaf/etc). There was recent access-gap study commissioned by the regulator which confirmed that a large number of Kenyan localities are underserved http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/-/2274560/3155384/-/l3vdw…. How can we change the situation? Thank you -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [bestbits] APPLY FOR COURSE- Devising a National Cyber Security Strategy and Policy, 3-7 October 2016
by Mwendwa Kivuva 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

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Fwd: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN 56 HELSINKI Public meeting: June 27-30, 2016
by Barrack Otieno 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

Listers, For your information. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yaovi Atohoun <yaovi.atohoun(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2016 08:10:33 +0000 Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] ICANN 56 HELSINKI Public meeting: June 27-30, 2016 To: AfrICANN Community List <africann(a)afrinic.net> ENGLISH: Please note ICANN 56 Public meeting is happening from June 27-30, 2016 in Helsinki. Please go to https://meetings.icann.org/en/icann56-sched for the agenda and also note that you can join remotely FRANCAIS: Nous voudrions rappeler que la 56ème réunion publique a lieu du 27 au 30 juin 2016 à Helsinki. Vous pouvez y participer à distance et l'agenda est disponible à https://meetings.icann.org/en/icann56-sched Thanks/Merci - Yaovi Atohoun Stakeholder Engagement and Operations Manager Africa ICANN www.icann.org Mobile : +229 66015649 / 97891228 -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Re: [isoc_ke] Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th
by WANGARI KABIRU 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

This is only doable shingo upande...... Are you a member of an ISOC Chapter or Special Interest Group? If so, please indicate your primary affiliation below: All in all, a very good visionary survey! Blessed weekend. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Fri, 24/6/16, Barrack Otieno <otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com> wrote: Subject: Re: [isoc_ke] Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th To: "WANGARI KABIRU" <wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk> Cc: "ISOC Kenya Chapter" <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke> Date: Friday, 24 June, 2016, 15:58 Hi Wangari, I noted the same but nonetheless filled it since i am am a member of another chapter at large. I hope the leadership team can resolve the leadership challenges we have and get the chapter out of rejuvenation as soon as possible. Regards On 6/24/16, WANGARI KABIRU <wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk> wrote: > https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2845234/053d18d0864c > > Blessed Furahi Day! > > ISOCKE is not on the scroll of ISOC countries!!! > > Means the ISOCKE status is equal to not existing. > > Be blessed. > > Regards/Wangari > > --- > Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored > Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on > Earth". > > > -------------------------------------------- > On Wed, 22/6/16, Barrack Otieno via isoc <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > > Subject: [isoc_ke] Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future > Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th > To: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke>, > "ISOC Kenya Chapter" <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Date: Wednesday, 22 June, 2016, 19:17 > > Listers, > > This might be of interest. > > Best Regards > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Elizabeth Oluoch <oluoch(a)isoc.org> > Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 13:33:55 +0000 > Subject: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future > Internet > Scenarios - Deadline June 26th > To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" > <InternetPolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> > > Dear All, > > As a reminder, the Future Internet Scenarios > survey<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> closes on > 26 June. Apologies if > this is a cross post, but we want to ensure you have it in > case it has > not come your way yet. > > As you may be aware in March, we started a project at the > Internet > Society to look ahead and think about future scenarios for > the > Internet. > > We received hundreds of responses from around the globe and > have used > this input to build a list of issues on the horizon that > could change > the Internet as we know it today. > > We would appreciate your participation in a survey to > understand how > these forces of change may evolve over the next 5 to 7 > years. > > Your responses will help us to craft multiple creative > scenarios (or > mini-stories) for what the Internet could look like in the > future, and > to better understand the implications of different paths > that the > global Internet might take. > > You can participate here: > http://fotiinvite.isoc.org<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> > > The survey is available in English, French and Spanish. It > should take > approximately 25 minutes to complete, and you are welcome to > save your > responses to finish at a later date. > > Further information about our future Internet scenarios > project is > located at: http://www.internetsociety.org/future-internet > > Many thanks for your participation! If you have questions, > you can > contact us at FOTI(a)isoc.org<mailto:FOTI@isoc.org>. > > Regards, > > Karen Rose > Elizabeth Oluoch > > > > -- > Barrack O. Otieno > +254721325277 > +254733206359 > Skype: barrack.otieno > PGP ID: 0x2611D86A > > _______________________________________________ > isoc mailing list > isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc > -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Re: [isoc_ke] Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th
by WANGARI KABIRU 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2845234/053d18d0864c Blessed Furahi Day! ISOCKE is not on the scroll of ISOC countries!!! Means the ISOCKE status is equal to not existing. Be blessed. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Wed, 22/6/16, Barrack Otieno via isoc <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: Subject: [isoc_ke] Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th To: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke>, "ISOC Kenya Chapter" <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke> Date: Wednesday, 22 June, 2016, 19:17 Listers, This might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Elizabeth Oluoch <oluoch(a)isoc.org> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 13:33:55 +0000 Subject: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" <InternetPolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Dear All, As a reminder, the Future Internet Scenarios survey<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> closes on 26 June. Apologies if this is a cross post, but we want to ensure you have it in case it has not come your way yet. As you may be aware in March, we started a project at the Internet Society to look ahead and think about future scenarios for the Internet. We received hundreds of responses from around the globe and have used this input to build a list of issues on the horizon that could change the Internet as we know it today. We would appreciate your participation in a survey to understand how these forces of change may evolve over the next 5 to 7 years. Your responses will help us to craft multiple creative scenarios (or mini-stories) for what the Internet could look like in the future, and to better understand the implications of different paths that the global Internet might take. You can participate here: http://fotiinvite.isoc.org<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> The survey is available in English, French and Spanish. It should take approximately 25 minutes to complete, and you are welcome to save your responses to finish at a later date. Further information about our future Internet scenarios project is located at: http://www.internetsociety.org/future-internet Many thanks for your participation! If you have questions, you can contact us at FOTI(a)isoc.org<mailto:FOTI@isoc.org>. Regards, Karen Rose Elizabeth Oluoch -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A _______________________________________________ isoc mailing list isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th
by Barrack Otieno 22 Jun '16

22 Jun '16

Listers, This might be of interest. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Elizabeth Oluoch <oluoch(a)isoc.org> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 13:33:55 +0000 Subject: [Internet Policy] Share your views on the Future Internet Scenarios - Deadline June 26th To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" <InternetPolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> Dear All, As a reminder, the Future Internet Scenarios survey<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> closes on 26 June. Apologies if this is a cross post, but we want to ensure you have it in case it has not come your way yet. As you may be aware in March, we started a project at the Internet Society to look ahead and think about future scenarios for the Internet. We received hundreds of responses from around the globe and have used this input to build a list of issues on the horizon that could change the Internet as we know it today. We would appreciate your participation in a survey to understand how these forces of change may evolve over the next 5 to 7 years. Your responses will help us to craft multiple creative scenarios (or mini-stories) for what the Internet could look like in the future, and to better understand the implications of different paths that the global Internet might take. You can participate here: http://fotiinvite.isoc.org<http://fotiinvite.isoc.org/> The survey is available in English, French and Spanish. It should take approximately 25 minutes to complete, and you are welcome to save your responses to finish at a later date. Further information about our future Internet scenarios project is located at: http://www.internetsociety.org/future-internet Many thanks for your participation! If you have questions, you can contact us at FOTI(a)isoc.org<mailto:FOTI@isoc.org>. Regards, Karen Rose Elizabeth Oluoch -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Report of the GCIG
by Barrack Otieno 22 Jun '16

22 Jun '16

Listers, This might be usefull to some. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Richard Hill <rhill(a)hill-a.ch> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 15:01:48 +0200 Subject: [Internet Policy] Report of the GCIG To: "Internetpolicy@Elists. Isoc. Org" <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> The Global Commission on Internet Governance has released its report, see: http://ourinternet.org/report I found this report to be well researched and well written, and worth reading carefully. As far as I can tell, it is well aligned with ISOC's positions and priorities. For what it is worth, I reproduce below some portions that I found worth singling out. There are no page numbers in the report, so I could not include page references. Best, Richard ======================= CORE ELEMENTS OF A SOCIAL COMPACT FOR A DIGITAL SOCIETY There must be a mutual understanding between citizens and their state that the state takes responsibility to keep its citizens safe and secure under the law while, in turn, citizens agree to empower the authorities to carry out that mission, under a clear, accessible legal framework that includes sufficient safeguards and checks and balances against abuses. Business must be assured that the state respects the confidentiality of its data and they must, in turn, provide their customers the assurance that their data is not misused. There is an urgent need to achieve consensus on a social compact for the digital age in all countries. Just how urgent is shown by current levels of concern over allegations of intrusive state-sponsored activities ranging from weakening of encryption to large-scale criminal activity to digital surveillance to misuse of personal data, and even to damaging cyber attacks and disruption. ----- Governments should not create or require third parties to build back doors or compromise encryption standards, as these efforts would weaken the Internet and fundamentally undermine trust. Efforts by the technical community to incorporate privacy-and-security-enhancing solutions into all standards and protocols of the Internet should be encouraged. The Commission urges member states of the United Nations to agree not to use cyber technology to attack the core infrastructure of the Internet. Governments seeking a peaceful and sustainable Internet should adopt and respect norms that help to reduce the incentive for states to use cyber weapons. Governments should agree on infrastructure assets and services that must not be targeted by cyber attacks. Businesses should purchase cyber insurance to cover the liability costs of breaches of their systems. Cyber liability insurance vendors can be persuasive in promoting best practices in the corporate sector. Cyber premiums should be higher if best practices are not followed. Insurers need to have better data to appropriately identify and price cyber risk and to develop appropriate products. Government regulations should require routine, transparent reporting of technological problems to provide the data required for a transparent market-based cyber-insurance industry. There is a need to reverse the erosion of trust in the Internet brought about by indiscriminate and non-transparent private practices such as the collection, integration and analysis of vast amounts of private information about individuals, companies and organizations. Private surveillance based on "big data" is often conducted under the guise of a free service. ... Users should not be excluded from the use of software or services that allow them to participate in the information age, and they should be offered the option of purchasing a service without having to agree to give the provider access to their personal information. International rules are also required to ensure that the holders of large repositories of data are transparent about how they collect, use and share user-generated data. Interception of communications, collection, analysis and use of data over the Internet by law enforcement and government intelligence agencies should be for purposes that are openly specified in advance, authorized by law (including international human rights law) and consistent with the principles of necessity and proportionality. ... governments should use competition as a tool to expand Internet access facilities to the maximum extent possible, while investing to ensure availability when market forces prove insufficient. The disruption to traditional jobs and skill requirements can create economic hardship and civil discontent. Rather than attempting to preserve old jobs by stifling innovation, governments should help workers adapt to the new economic reality via skills training and educational programs. The Internet has indeed reached a crossroads. Choices need to be made - and making no choice is itself a choice. It is all about who should have what power to control the future of the Internet. Our advice is based on the belief that only a normative approach can address the myriad challenges facing Internet governance. We call on governments, private corporations, civil society, the technical community and individuals together to create a new social compact for the digital age. There is a growing concern about the market power and data collection capabilities and practices of the large Internet platform companies as well as other private data intermediaries. The failure to incorporate security as an essential design feature by vendors and larger customers of the IoT raises concerns that its explosive growth could result in the "weaponization of everything." Legal thresholds for lawfully authorized access to communications data must be redefined to ensure that the aggregated collection of metadata - such as an individual's full browsing history - are treated with the same respect for privacy as access to the actual content of a communication, and should only be made under judicial authority. In all cases, the principles of necessity and proportionality must be applied. Governments should not compromise or require third parties to weaken or compromise encryption standards, for example, through hidden "backdoors" into the technology as such efforts would weaken the overall security of digital data flows and transactions. Individual users of paid or so-called "free services" provided on the Internet should know about and have some choice over the full range of ways in which their data will be deployed for commercial purposes. They should not be excluded from the use of software or services customary for participation in the information age, and should be offered the option of purchasing the service without having to agree to give the provider access to their personal information. Terms of use agreements should be written in a clear and accessible manner and should not be subject to change without the user's consent. Businesses should demonstrate accountability and provide redress in the case of a security breach or a breach of contract. To assure the public that their data is being appropriately protected, states that do not already have comprehensive personal data protection legislation and a privacy enforcement authority with legal enforcement powers should take steps to create such regimes. Governments should initiate efforts to develop international consensus on norms about how to deal with cases where the goal of protecting data comes into conflict with the requirements of law enforcement or security agencies to investigate terrorist activity or attacks in an emergency situation. At a minimum, any solutions should be derived through a multi-stakeholder process, broadly agreed, and must be subject to legal oversight, governed by principles of necessity, proportionality and avoidance of unintended consequences. Businesses should purchase cyber insurance to cover the liability costs of successful breaches of their systems. The market for cyber insurance is immature in comparison to the seriousness of the threats, and the capital available to the industry is currently inadequate to underwrite the full risk. Pricing the risk is difficult in the absence of reliable time series data, making it difficult for insurers to put a reliable figure on the likely losses from breaches. More research is urgently needed to support greater accuracy when pricing risk. To assist the public to understand and practice the essentials of cyber hygiene, governments should undertake significant campaigns to raise awareness and develop the needed skills. Cyber-security awareness programs should start early, for example, by incorporating cyber hygiene into primary and secondary education curriculums. Consistent with the recognition that parts of the Internet constitute a global public good, the commission urges member states of the United Nations to agree not to use cyber weapons against core infrastructure of the Internet. The disruptions resulting from the rapid spread of the sharing economy are already being felt. All levels of government (national, subnational, local), industry, civil society and the technical community, need to be engaged on the new regulatory challenges posed by the sharing economy. _______________________________________________ To manage your ISOC subscriptions or unsubscribe, please log into the ISOC Member Portal: https://portal.isoc.org/ Then choose Interests & Subscriptions from the My Account menu. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Net neutrality decision
by Barrack Otieno 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

Interesting developement. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: David Sarokin <sarokin(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 5:35 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] Net neutrality decision To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> FYI: http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/court-upholds-net-neutrality-rul… Court Upholds 'Net Neutrality' Rules for Internet Access By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — Jun 14, 2016, 10:21 AM ET A federal appeals court has upheld the government's "net neutrality" rules that require internet providers to treat all web traffic equally. The ruling Tuesday from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is a win for the Obama administration, consumer groups and content companies such as Netflix that want to prevent online content from being blocked or channeled into fast and slow lanes. The rules treat broadband service like a public utility and prevent internet service providers from offering preferential treatment to sites that pay for faster service. Providers like Comcast, Verizon and AT&T say the rules threaten innovation and undermine investment in broadband infrastructure. _______________________________________________ To manage your ISOC subscriptions or unsubscribe, please log into the ISOC Member Portal: https://portal.isoc.org/ Then choose Interests & Subscriptions from the My Account menu. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [kictanet] Digital Security Training: KICTANet calls for applications
by Grace Mutung'u (Bomu) 08 Jun '16

08 Jun '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: 2016-06-08 1:03 GMT+03:00 Subject: [kictanet] Digital Security Training: KICTANet calls for applications To: nmutungu(a)gmail.com Cc: Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> KICTANet in partnership with Access is pleased to announce an open call for women journalists and women bloggers to participate in digital security training. We are particularly interested in women journalists and bloggers who focus on political reporting. We will nevertheless observe the constitutional requirement of the one third gender rule and will therefore consider a few applications from men bloggers and journalists. This training is informed by incidents of online harassment of women journalists and bloggers, and coming at a time when the Kenyan social media environment is polarized because of the approaching elections. *The Training* The training will increase participants’ knowledge in such areas as: · Identification and evaluation of risks · Response to digital security incidents · Legal and ethical environments along online expression. For more information, please see the flyer attached. To apply, please *SEND YOUR EMAIL TO info(a)kictanet.or.ke <info(a)kictanet.or.ke>*. The *deadline to submit expressions of interest is June 13, 2016.* If you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch with Liz Orembo (lizorembo(a)gmail.com) who is coordinating this Project. Kind Regards GG _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)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/nmutungu%40gmail.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. -- Grace L.N. Mutung'u Nairobi Kenya Skype: gracebomu Twitter: @Bomu <http://www.diplointernetgovernance.org/profile/GraceMutungu> PGP ID : 0x33A3450F

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Ghana Elections; THE ANTISOCIAL More African countries are blocking internet access during elections Written by Hilary Matfess
by Wangari Kabiru 06 Jun '16

06 Jun '16

http://us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=610c6c88d981c23e5c6638b14&id=688f9… Last week, Ghana, widely acknowledged as one of Africa’s role models for best democratic practice, caught democracy watchdogs off guard when the country’s police chief announced the government intends to shut down social media on voting day in November. The shutdown is to take place from 5 am to 7 pm “to ensure social media are not used to send misleading information that could destabilize the country.” While it is a surprise Ghana is making this move, it has become more common for several other African countries who haven’t been as courteous as to give voters notice before curtailing the use of social media and the right to free speech around elections. Read on!! Blessed week. Regards/Wangari #==== THE ANTISOCIAL More African countries are blocking internet access during elections By Hilary Matfess June 01, 2016 Some African voters are facing new types of free speech limits with social media blocks. (Reuters/Akintunde Akinleye) Last week, Ghana, widely acknowledged as one of Africa’s role models for best democratic practice, caught democracy watchdogs off guard when the country’s police chief announced the government intends to shut down social media on voting day in November. The shutdown is to take place from 5 am to 7 pm “to ensure social media are not used to send misleading information that could destabilize the country.” While it is a surprise Ghana is making this move, it has become more common for several other African countries who haven’t been as courteous as to give voters notice before curtailing the use of social media and the right to free speech around elections. Deji Olukotun of Internet freedom advocacy group Access Now, notes Ghana “was clearly looking to what other countries have done.” Citizens in Ethiopia, Congo, Chad, Uganda, and elsewhere have found elections are a particularly popular time to crack down on social media. Consider Uganda, which experienced its second social media shut down in three months in the days before president Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for his controversial fifth term. The previous time Ugandans faced a social media shutdown was on election day in February. People resorted to using virtual private networks to get round the restrictions to use Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp. While social media may seem frivolous to those in the West, these platforms have become a critical part of political mobilization in Africa. According to analysis, Twitter accounts from Africa tweet more about politics than accounts from other continents. It’s also widely recognized that the #BringBackOurGirls movement attracted unprecedented international attention and mobilized support throughout Nigeria and beyond to recognize the Boko Haram crisis in the country’s north east. Less well publicized is the role social media and the #NigeriaDecides hashtag played in helping the country to stage free and fair elections last year. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) encouraged citizens to use the hashtag to report on voting conditions across the country, to “ provide a check on the legitimacy of the … elections.” The 10,000 election observers across the country not only engaged in their traditional monitoring responsibilities, but also followed the social media posts to identify and address problems at polling stations. A report by Demos found that more than 12 million tweets about the Nigerian election were posted. Like in Kenya and South Africa, social media has continued to play an important role in Nigeria’s political landscape, where users express their support, outrage, and confusion over daily events and detail developments in the country. The frontlines in the fight to preserve free speech and promote democracy may just be the smartphones in the pockets of African voters. Leaders of other African countries seem to fear what they see as the destabilizing potential of this technology—and have sought to limit it. This attempt to stymie communication is hardly novel—traditional media outlets have long been subject to government censorship and control. In Uganda, for example, radio is the primary source of news for an estimated 90% of Ugandans and “a large number of radio stations … are owned by either government or local political leaders, who often simply threaten to fire journalists who step out of line .” Controlling the flow of information is an authoritarian tactic; while the stifling of social media may seem petty, it is a clear extension of an age-old pattern of repression into a new technological sphere. Countries that have limited social media have typically justified their suppression by citing ‘security concerns.’ Uganda’s recent blackout was justified on the grounds that visiting heads of state for the swearing in provided the opportunity for terrorist attacks, despite this threat being relatively limited and generally unconnected to the availability of social media. Similar logic was behind the temporary shutdown of telecommunications and the internet the day before the Congo-Brazzaville’s March presidential elections, for “ reasons of security and national safety. ” Ethiopia’s vast internet surveillance program and aggressive persecution is justified under the auspices of a counter-terrorism bill enacted in 2009. Couching the suppression of free speech in the language of national security not only makes it easier to imprison and intimidate activists, it also makes it more difficult for the international community to apply pressure for reform. In fact, in some circles, the seeming commitment to countering terrorist groups and bolstering national security makes these increasingly autocratic countries seem like valuable strategic partners on the sub-continent. Globally, governments and activists are grappling with the enormous opportunities that new media outlets present and are struggling to articulate what role these technologies should play in the political landscape. Access Now’s Olukotun notes that these sorts of crackdowns have tangible economic ramifications; he asserts that they’re “a blunt instrument that hurts everyone.” By tracing the decline in mobile money transactions—popular across Sub-Saharan Africa—Access Now estimates that Uganda lost $25 million on election day. Olukotun underlines that this is just the baseline economic impact, emphasizing that $25 million is just a “ballpark figure—it’s not even looking at the knock on effects of shutting down communication.” Though this debate is ongoing, complex, and contentious, it is critical that we not allow autocratic governments to curtail the right to free speech on these platforms — citing amorphous security concerns without evidence of a tangible threat cannot be tolerated.

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the-blockchain-opportunity-in-africa-ideas-concepts-implementation/
by Wangari Kabiru 04 Jun '16

04 Jun '16

bithub.co.ke/2016/05/15/the-blockchain-opportunity-in-africa-ideas-concepts-implementation/ Still following this conversation elsewhere. The highlights of the report launch and the July report by the Bithub Africa guys we discovered may interest you. Blessed day. Regards/Wangari

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Lahani presents: Sage & Ciano
by Kibali Muriithi 31 May '16

31 May '16

Greetings! I welcome you to the second edition of Lahani. This edition features Sage and Ciano, both outstanding artistes. Chemutai Sage (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7a…) is known for intricate melodies, riveting lyrics and soulful coos. Her range expansive, she breathes life into every melody she sings, unafraid to expose herself in a bid to connect with her fans. She sings about all shades of life, the beautiful and the dreary, with a vulnerability that makes you want to embrace her truth as her very own. Ciano Maimba (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7a…) is a force to reckon with. The dexterity with which he plays the guitar whilst singing is enthralling. His words tell a story of his perspectives on life, and the wisdom he has gleaned over the years. Ciano is a marvel on stage, when he sings the air becomes charged with magic. Lahani takes place at 910 James Gichuru, from 7:00 pm tonight. Please come. ============================================================ ** (http://) ** (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7a…) ** () Our mailing address is:lahani254@gmail.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can ** update your preferences (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/profile?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7ab&id…) or ** unsubscribe from this list (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7a…) This email was sent to isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke (mailto:isoc@lists.my.co.ke) why did I get this? (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/about?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7ab&id=e…) unsubscribe from this list (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7a…) update subscription preferences (http://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/profile?u=0afb1bb11d914b002adeda7ab&id…) Tijara . 910 James Gichuru . Nairobi 00606 . Kenya Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

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Links...Grants Close 31 May: 2016 FIRE Grants, Internet Society Grants and FIRE Scale Up Grants
by WANGARI KABIRU 30 May '16

30 May '16

Warm Greetings! Links included below! Blessed morning! Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Mon, 30/5/16, WANGARI KABIRU wrote: Subject: Grants Close 31 May: 2016 FIRE Grants, Internet Society Grants and FIRE Scale Up Grants To: Date: Monday, 30 May, 2016, 11:04 Blessed Monday! Opportunities that may support some entities you know in their work to; Natujenge taifa letu Ee, ndio wajibu wetu Kenya istahili heshima Tuungane mikono Pamoja kazini Kila siku tuwe na shukrani Blessed week! Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". _______________________________________________ http://www.fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants FIRE Africa Grants 2016 The FIRE Africa Grants will provide four Grants of up to US$25,000 each for projects aligned with one of the following categories. This Grant is for projects that will be implemented within a 12-16 month period. Apply Now 2016 funding categories Technical Innovation Innovative projects that use technical concepts and solutions related to Internet development, security and access. This category includes innovation in materials, devices, standards for software and content and delivery. Community Development Innovative projects that use technical concepts to solve the unique problems faced by communities throughout Africa. Projects should have a specific focus on a particular group or sector of society. Governance Enhancement Innovative projects that address Internet governance and Internet policy issues including privacy, online freedoms, data retention and access. Education Innovative projects that use ICT to solve specific educational issues throughout the region, including bringing access to education to isolated communities and marginalised groups in society, combatting educational professional shortages and innovation on information dissemination. Grant proposals should provide clear and concrete information about the proposed project/initiative so the evaluation committee can properly assess it. Innovation and development should be an integral part of all project proposals received during the application process. Requirements There is a strong emphasis on the documentation of impact and knowledge sharing through papers, videos, and other communication materials. Successful applicants must include realistic project time frames, a detailed budget and a clear communication strategy that details plans for dissemination of project outcomes. Project details, results and outcomes will be shared on the FIRE Africa website, the Internet Society website, with the AFRINIC community and global RIR community, on social media and on the Seed Alliance partners' websites for the benefit of the Internet as a whole. Grant Recipients are encouraged to share “behind the scenes” lessons learned during the project cycle as well as make them selves available for interviews and other promotional activities around the dissemination of project results. Who should apply for a FIRE Grant? Project proposals from African-based public or private sector organizations, university, or research and development institutions and non-government organizations will be considered. Individuals are not eligible. All applications must be aligned with the specific Grant's objectives, eligibility criteria, and administrative guidelines. Applications will only be accepted if the project is based in the Africa or Indian Ocean region as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region. FIRE Africa actively encourages Francophone, Lusophone, female-led projects, projects originating in post-conflict countries, and projects that support isolated communities. We also encourage projects that use technology to address the specific challenges faced by women and girls, disabled people or marginalised groups. Eligibility criteria Applications accepted for full review will be assessed based on the following criteria. FIRE Africa reserves the right to decide to partially fund a project. The project proposal:http://www.fireafrica.org/faq Is aligned with the specific Grant's purpose and scope. Has a clearly demonstrated benefit for the community. Has clearly objectives and well structured methodology. Must be managed by organisations based in the Africa or Indian Ocean region (as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region) with funds allocated to be invested within this region. Shows demonstrated capacity to manage funds, conduct project activities and document outcomes effectively, within the specified budget and time limits. Is submitted by a public or private sector organizations, university, or research and development institutions or non-government organizations. Individuals are not eligible to apply. Has potential for growth or further development and has demonstrated scalability. Outlines engagement within the community relevant to the project proposed. Has an innovative approach to addressing issues that that have been clearly identified and defined as part of the proposal. Has a relationship with other existing projects at a regional/global level Provides a realistic budget and time frame proposal. Please note that administrative overheads will not be funded. Project proposals that exceed the maximum Grant amount and timeline must specify where the additional funds will be obtained to bring the project to completion. Key dates for 2016 Grants applications open 31 March 2016 Grants applications close 31 May Selection process June Due diligence review and contracts July - August Announcement of successful application/s September Further Information Check out our tips for a successful Grant submission Read the FIRE Africa FAQs Take a look at the FIRE Africa Workshop Videos - some may help you to prepare a better Grant proposal. Contact the FIRE Africa Team at fireprogram(a)afrinic.net if you have any questions about your application. ==== http://www.fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant The Internet Society Africa Grant 2016 Submit Under the Internet Society Africa Grant, two Grants of US$ 25,000 each are available for two projects aligned with the criteria outlined below. This Grant is for projects that will be implemented within a 10-12 month period. Apply Now Funding Categories The Internet Society Africa Grants are designed to support projects that focus on practical solutions to one or both of the following issues: Internet Security and Collaborative Security: The open and global nature of the Internet, built on fundamental principles of open standards, voluntary collaboration, reusable building blocks, integrity, permission-free innovation and global reach, has enabled remarkable social and economic innovation in ways that we could never have imagined. At the same time, using the Internet is not without risk. Malicious actors also see opportunities to gain benefit through fraud, thwart the activities of others or cause other damage. Closing the Internet is not the solution. We are actively seeking to fund established projects that seek to solve issues on Internet security. Projects should focus on one or both of the following pillars: Naming: through innovative approaches to DNSSEC that enhance user confidence in Internet-based services Routing: explore options for deployment of a secure routing standard – RPKI and BGP Access: We believe that the Internet can help improve the quality of your life and the lives of people everywhere. We are actively seeking to fund established projects that focus on access to promote and sustain an Internet that’s open and has a universally accessible platform for innovation, creativity, and economic opportunity. Projects should be focused on one or more of the following: Infrastructure: Contributing to the development of infrastructure in your town, village, or community is in place in order to support community access to the Internet User experience: Making sure that everyone – regardless of their age, language they speak, or their physical or mental abilities – can access the Internet Cost: Breaking down the financial barriers to Internet access on a community, regional or national level. Requirements There is a strong emphasis on the documentation of impact and knowledge sharing through papers, videos, and other communication materials. Successful applicants must include realistic project time frames, a detailed budget and a clear communication strategy that details plans for dissemination of project outcomes. Successful applicants will be invited to attend the 2016 Internet Governance Forum (IGF) taking place in Mexico to participate in the discussions about the future of the Internet. Project details, results and outcomes will be shared on the FIRE Africa website, theInternet Society website, with the AFRINIC community and global RIR community, on social media and on the Seed Alliance partners' websites for the benefit of the Internet as a whole. Grant Recipients are encouraged to share “behind the scenes” lessons learned during the project cycle as well as make them selves available for interviews and other promotional activities around the dissemination of project results. Who should apply? Public and private sector organisations working on Internet development, security, access or governance are encouraged to apply. Individuals are not eligible to apply. Individual ISOC members are welcome to apply through their ISOC Chapter. Only those organizations that are located in the African and Indian Ocean region (as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region) may apply. Eligibility criteria Applications accepted for full review will be assessed based on the following criteria. FIRE Africa reserves the right to decide to partially fund a project. The project proposal: Is aligned with the specific Grant's purpose and scope. Has a clearly demonstrated benefit for the community. Has cleary objectives and well structured methodology. Must be managed by organisations based in the Africa or Indian Ocean region (as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region) with funds allocated to be invested within this region. Shows demonstrated capacity to manage funds, conduct project activities and document outcomes effectively, within the specified budget and time limits. Is submitted by a public or private sector organizations, university, or research and development institutions or non-government organizations. Individuals are not eligible to apply. Has potential for growth or further development and has demonstrated scalability. Outlines engagement within the community relevant to the project proposed. Has an innovative approach to addressing issues that that have been clearly identified and defined as part of the proposal. Has a relationship with other existing projects at a regional/global level Provides a realistic budget and time frame proposal. Please note that administrative overheads will not be funded. Project proposals that exceed the maximum Grant amount and timeline must specify where the additional funds will be obtained to bring the project to completion. Key dates for 2016 Key dates for 2016 Grants applications open 31 March 2016 Grants applications close 31 May Selection process June Due diligence review and contracts July - August Announcement of successful application/s September Further Information Check out our tips for a successful Grant submission Read the FIRE Africa FAQs Take a look at the FIRE Africa Workshop Videos - some may help you to prepare a better Grant proposal. Contact the FIRE Africa Team at fireprogram(a)afrinic.net if you have any questions about your application. === http://www.fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants FIRE AFRICA Scale Up Grants The FIRE Africa Scale Up Grants will provide three Grants of up to US$30,000 each for three existing successful projects to scale up activities and move to the next level of their cycle. This Grant is for scale up projects that will be implemented within the next 12 -16 months. Projects that have benefited from previous FIRE Grants or Awards are encouraged to apply. Selected projects will benefit from a series of institutional strengthening and capacity building activities aimed at providing the knowledge, tools and contacts needed to further advance successful initiatives. Apply Now Projects must be aligned with one of the following categories: 2016 funding categories - Technical Innovation Innovative projects that use technical concepts and solutions related to Internet development, security and access. This category includes innovation in materials, devices, standards for software and content and delivery. - Community Development Innovative projects that use technical concepts to solve the unique problems faced by communities throughout Africa. Projects should have a specific focus on a particular group or sector of society. - Governance Enhancement Innovative projects that address Internet governance and Internet policy issues including privacy, online freedoms, data retention and access. - Education Innovative projects that use ICT to solve specific educational issues throughout the region, including bringing access to education to isolated communities and marginalised groups in society, combatting educational professional shortages and innovation on information dissemination. Grant proposals should provide clear and concrete information about the proposed scale up activities so the evaluation committee can properly assess it. Innovation and development should be an integral part of all project proposals received during the application process. Requirements There is a strong emphasis on the documentation of impact and knowledge sharing through papers, videos, and other communication materials. Successful applicants must include realistic project time frames, a detailed budget and a clear communication strategy that details plans for dissemination of project outcomes. Project details, results and outcomes will be shared on the FIRE Africa website, the Internet Society website, with the AFRINIC community and global RIR community, on social media and on the Seed Alliance partners' websites for the benefit of the Internet as a whole. Grant Recipients are encouraged to share “behind the scenes” lessons learned during the project cycle as well as make them selves available for interviews and other promotional activities around the dissemination of project results. Who should apply for a FIRE Grant? Project proposals from African-based public or private sector organizations, university, or research and development institutions and non-government organizations will be considered. Individuals are not eligible. All applications must be aligned with the specific Grant's objectives, eligibility criteria, and administrative guidelines. Applications will only be accepted if the project is based in the Africa or Indian Ocean region as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region. FIRE Africa actively encourages Francophone, Lusophone, female-led projects, projects originating in post-conflict countries, and projects that support isolated communities. We also encourage projects that use technology to address the specific challenges faced by women and girls, disabled people or marginalised groups. Eligibility criteria Applications accepted for full review will be assessed based on the following criteria. FIRE Africa reserves the right to decide to partially fund a project. The project proposal: Is aligned with the specific Grant's purpose and scope. Has a clearly demonstrated benefit for the community. Has clearly objectives and well structured methodology. Must be managed by organisations based in the Africa or Indian Ocean region (as defined by the AFRINIC Service Region) with funds allocated to be invested within this region. Shows demonstrated capacity to manage funds, conduct project activities and document outcomes effectively, within the specified budget and time limits. Is submitted by a public or private sector organizations, university, or research and development institutions or non-government organizations. Individuals are not eligible to apply. Has potential for growth or further development and has demonstrated scalability. Outlines engagement within the community relevant to the project proposed. Has an innovative approach to addressing issues that that have been clearly identified and defined as part of the proposal. Has a relationship with other existing projects at a regional/global level Provides a realistic budget and time frame proposal. Please note that administrative overheads will not be funded. Project proposals that exceed the maximum Grant amount and timeline must specify where the additional funds will be obtained to bring the project to completion. Key dates for 2016 Grants applications open 31 March 2016 Grants applications close 31 May 2016 Selection process June Due diligence review and contracts July - August Announcement of successful application/s September Further Information Check out our tips for a successful Grant submission Read the FIRE Africa FAQs Take a look at the FIRE Africa Workshop Videos - some may help you to prepare a better Grant proposal. Contact the FIRE Africa Team at fireprogram(a)afrinic.net if you have any questions about your application.

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Grants Close 31 May: 2016 FIRE Grants, Internet Society Grants and FIRE Scale Up Grants
by WANGARI KABIRU 30 May '16

30 May '16

Blessed Monday! Opportunities that may support some entities you know in their work to; Natujenge taifa letu Ee, ndio wajibu wetu Kenya istahili heshima Tuungane mikono Pamoja kazini Kila siku tuwe na shukrani Blessed week! Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth".

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BYOG: YEES! Program School-Kids Wonderland Weekend in Kawangware; Saturday, May 28, 2016
by Wangari Kabiru 25 May '16

25 May '16

YEES! Program School-Kids Wonderland Weekend When did you last get a chance to roll in the mud, make a paper ball, skip to 100? We School-Kids get to do it every day! May is Enterprise & Technology Exploration (ETECH) Month in Education! We invite you to this weekend's School-Kids Wonderland Weekend. Spend a day with School-Kids and have some real FUN! A great opportunity for you to Mentor and expose School-Kids into the evolving world of technology; computers, mobile phones, satellites, machinery, automation... Date: Saturday, May 28, 2016 Time: 07:30am - 12:30pm Your Arrival: 09:00am Venue: Community Partners Knowledge Hub (KNOW HUB) @Vigil School Kawangware Nairobi Kawangware 46 (Behind Kenya Bus KBS Depot) Total School-Kids: >500 signed up Total Schools: >15 signed up Average Age of YE-Scholar! Mentees: 9 - 15y (Primary School), 14 - 20y (Secondary School) Do you use any technology aka gadget to do your work/study/business? Bring Your Own Gadget (BYOG) - powered! Spend an hour, show a School-Kid how to use it. Kindly RSVP. E: SCHOOLOFWORKSAFRICA(a)OUTLOOK.COM "YEES! WE KIDS HAVE FUN WHILE WE LEARN NOW!" l YEES! We Engage l YEES! We Play l YEES! We Discover l YEES! We Pray l YEES! We Learn l About; YOUNG ENTERPRISE EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS! (YEES!) Program "Creating The Next Generation of Africa's Entrepreneur Citizen Leaders Now! A Wholistic Education Leadership Model Reaching 1Million School Going Children with Financial Capacity & Enterprise Education. http://www.educationinnovations.org/program/young-enterprise-education-scho… https://1millionyoungenterprises.wordpress.com/ ≠==================== I may only borrow from the quote "The illiterate of the future will not be the person who cannot read. It will be the person who does not know how to learn." I look forward to your company! Be blessed. Regards/Wangari

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BitHub: BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency
by WANGARI KABIRU 18 May '16

18 May '16

Warm Greetings Eric! Thank you for pointing out on BitHub. It would be exciting to know what they are up to. I have found their address from the link as bithubafrica(a)gmail.com (copied herein). Address BitHub Africa,P.O. BOX 76081 Space Kenya, 2nd Flr Timau Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road.Nairobi 00508 Kenya Let us see what we might discover from them. BitHub Team; A request you enlighten us on 'WhattsUp'', what is happening in the blockchain sphere in Kenya and your experiences - possibly as one fast and first in the market. Brian: Thank you for the link too. Tech talent and investment doesn't seem to be following this blockchain discovery... ('I argued before that 2016 will be the year that the development sector’s back end operations will take the front stage and become the focus of substantial innovation efforts. The current level of attention (or hype?) around the blockchain might be just an indicator of that – whether you are talking remittances or supply chains, social finance or refugee ID registration, cap and trade for emissions or identification in conflict zones.....London has a vibrant blockchain development and investor scene – the City of London has switched on to the possibilities and its proximity to London’s tech hubs is leading to the rapid emergence of a blockchain developer and startup community. But how can we firewall and apply some of that talent to the global development and humanitarian system? And how can we attract financial investment to build blockchain systems for development, a sector notoriously poor at investing in information technology directly itself?....) - Giulio Quaggiotto http://diytoolkit.org/sprinkling-blockchain-magic-dust-exploring-use-cases-… Rosemary; Your take that blockchain is an improvement to the financial services sector takes me back to the heated discussions on Bitcoin/CBK and others. Kivuva; Your drift on usage of Blockchain for elections or in other words for other sectors in addition to financial services is where I see the greatest opportunity lies. What I find perplexing is that our Tech community has not gone into this in droves, creating for different industries. Or what are people working on,or we do not understand, find it worth or too risky? '...As often is the case, however, to date the rhetoric around the potential of the technology by far outstrips the practice.'- Giulio Quaggiotto I am yet to understand on the group called 'miners' in this Blockchain, what they do and how they make money - where the rubber meets the road! Hopefully by the end of the week I shall, and share. $&$$$$$ have a way to cause and attract interest. Thank you all for the ongoing enlightenment on this! Be blessed. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Tue, 17/5/16, Eric Mugendi via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Subject: Re: [kictanet] BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency To: wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk Cc: "Eric Mugendi" <emugendi(a)gmail.com> Date: Tuesday, 17 May, 2016, 15:56 There's Bithub, a hub that's focusing on incubating blockchain startups locally. http://techcabal.com/2016/01/14/space-kenya-launches-bithub/ On Tue, May 17, 2016, 2:11 PM Wangari Kabiru via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Happy Tuesday! Would any of our Tech hubs be handling any entrepreneurs doing this? Otherwise, tuko mbali! And this is not synonymous with the Kenya Silicon Savanna hype. Blessed day. Regards/Wangari On May 17, 2016 10:44, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: KenyaCoin sounds very interesting. The use of blockchain technology is best viewed as an improvement of the current financial systems rather than a competitor. I'm convinced that it can tremendously improve financial services. Thank you Wangari for the introduction of this discussion. Regards, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu Tel: +254 718181644Skype: Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu On Mon, May 16, 2016 at 9:38 PM, Baiju Shah via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Hi Wangari, Many thanks for the notes on the understanding of theBlock Chain and we are very interested in the distributed ledger technology as a means of exchanging trading and financial information from a b2b perspective. We are looking to kick off an R&D project on developing some key transactional areas especially on dealing with cross boarder trade and the application of using open ledgers. Thanks, Best Regards,BaijuTelemedia Africa Ltd. On Monday, 16 May 2016, Wangari Kabiru via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Happy Monday! Pray you are well. Today I have learnt on Blockchains and I am delighted to share of. Learnt from Ashis Gadnis - BANQUAPP.COM and Ric Shreves. Any persons in this community in the field? The last time this discussion was here it was CBK and Bitcoin rundowns and the Ministry. Globally a lot is happening. The discussion is beyond financial services into data management, humanitarian data and refugee transfers services...and more. This community needs to have sharp deliberations on this at this year's IGF. <<< start notes>>> BTC4D @ ICT4D on 16/05/2016 'The blockchain is the new black..' First overlay is the web Second is blockchain - trust layer Challenge old ways, disrupt governance and centralised authority for enforcing transactions What is; A block chain is a distributed ledger via peer-to-peer Chain of digital signatures Protocal for exchanging value over internet without an intermediary A technology that allows people to exchange trust over transactions - Bank of England Critical elements in old times is trust. A block chain is another type of database for recording transactions - one that is copied to all computers Blockchain can be more than digital currency eg Asset tokenisation - transaction metadata used for transactions Structure; Data stored in structures called blocks. Elements; Header, Content - validated list of assets 15M - No. of Bitcoins in circulation 20B - Maximum no.of Bitcoins (2140), algorithm - manage inflation (unlike Ksh, $) $56M - 24hour Turnover of Bitcoins $746 M - Ethirium, 2nd Digital Currency Volatility of Bitcoin 1.24% 2013 + 2014 - 2015 + Other Blockchains; Best known are public; Litecoin, BitShares, Dogecoin, Namecoin. Others are private Types; unpermissioned, permissioned Newer ones; Ethereum, Microsoft BaaS - Blockchain as a Service Blockchain can be as a; Platform - build others on it Software What is happening; R3 working with 40+ banks Visa working on an independent proof of concept Citi has 3 blockchains and own digital currency (Citicoin) SEC, USA Stock Exchange The players you should know? R3 Hyperledger Ethereum - an app platform Microsoft Azure BaaS - flexible Ripple Bitcoin is what is well known <<< end notes>>> Be blessed. Regards/Wangari -- Baiju Shah_______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)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/emugendi%40gmail.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. 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BitHub Revert: BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency
by WANGARI KABIRU 18 May '16

18 May '16

Many thanks John K+254 725 274191,BitHub for your revert. Copied in colleagues on KICTANET and ISOCKE for your interest/Updates. Blessed day. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Wed, 18/5/16, BitHub Africa <bithubafrica(a)gmail.com> wrote: Subject: Re: BitHub: BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency To: "WANGARI KABIRU" <wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke>, "ISOC Kenya Chapter" <isoc(a)lists.my.co.ke>, "Eric Mugendi" <emugendi(a)gmail.com>, "Christian Kakoba" <kryskaka(a)gmail.com>, "John Karanja" <mauxdatabase(a)gmail.com> Date: Wednesday, 18 May, 2016, 8:20 Thanks Wangari, Eric and Listers for the Invitation. We at BitHub.Africa are a commercially Blockchain Accelerator that is driving the adoption of blockchain technology and solutions including Bitcoin across Africa. You can see what we do here http://BitHub.co.ke Blockchain to summarize is about the disintermediation of trust by using a shared public ledger of transactions that can be only updated by holders of tokens on that particular network. Blockchain is designed in a manner that it is very difficult to change previous transactions as everyone will notice the ledger is being tampered with and therefore any suspicious transactions will not be approved. You can already imagine what such a system can do for the Land Registry and also IFMIS considering the NYS scandal for example. Bitcoin is the most the secure Blockchain protocol, network and platform being more powerful than the top 500 super computers in the World. It allows the transmission of value over its distributed networked at nearly no cost, near instant from any part of the globe to another. So sending 1 billion Kshs over the Bitcoin networks costs the same as sending 10 Kshs over the network. I think the fee is about Kshs 2 at the moment. You can think of it as Digital Mpesa over the Internet but not governed by a Company like Vodafone but by distributed computers similar to how Bittorrent works. Its near impossible to stop this technology as subsequently it is becoming the Internet of Value. While M-Pesa turns your mobile phone into a "Bank Account", Bitcoin turns your mobile phone into a "Bank" meaning you are in actual possession of your own money & assets. Kids born today will find current banking systems very archaic just like we stopped sending letters through Posta because of Email & Whatsapp. At BitHub we offer consultancy services for organizations who would like to understand or rethink their governance/business models using Blockchain technology. This could be lenders, insurance or any financial technology startup looking to scale rapidly at low costs. Just yesternight we were at the launch of Tala formerly Mkopo Rahisi and they are already using blockchain tech to scale their lending app globally. We have published a feasibility study on Blockchain in Kenya & Africa here. I will leave you with a comprehensive blog post we just wrote on Blockchain titled The Blockchain Opportunity in Africa! Ideas, Concepts & Implementation? I look forward to all your comments here, let's grab this opportunity! Kind Regards,John K+254 725 274191 On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 6:16 AM, WANGARI KABIRU <wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk> wrote: Warm Greetings Eric! Thank you for pointing out on BitHub. It would be exciting to know what they are up to. I have found their address from the link as bithubafrica(a)gmail.com (copied herein). Address BitHub Africa,P.O. BOX 76081 Space Kenya, 2nd Flr Timau Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road.Nairobi 00508 Kenya Let us see what we might discover from them. BitHub Team; A request you enlighten us on 'WhattsUp'', what is happening in the blockchain sphere in Kenya and your experiences - possibly as one fast and first in the market. Brian: Thank you for the link too. Tech talent and investment doesn't seem to be following this blockchain discovery... ('I argued before that 2016 will be the year that the development sector’s back end operations will take the front stage and become the focus of substantial innovation efforts. The current level of attention (or hype?) around the blockchain might be just an indicator of that – whether you are talking remittances or supply chains, social finance or refugee ID registration, cap and trade for emissions or identification in conflict zones.....London has a vibrant blockchain development and investor scene – the City of London has switched on to the possibilities and its proximity to London’s tech hubs is leading to the rapid emergence of a blockchain developer and startup community. But how can we firewall and apply some of that talent to the global development and humanitarian system? And how can we attract financial investment to build blockchain systems for development, a sector notoriously poor at investing in information technology directly itself?....) - Giulio Quaggiotto http://diytoolkit.org/sprinkling-blockchain-magic-dust-exploring-use-cases-… Rosemary; Your take that blockchain is an improvement to the financial services sector takes me back to the heated discussions on Bitcoin/CBK and others. Kivuva; Your drift on usage of Blockchain for elections or in other words for other sectors in addition to financial services is where I see the greatest opportunity lies. What I find perplexing is that our Tech community has not gone into this in droves, creating for different industries. Or what are people working on,or we do not understand, find it worth or too risky? '...As often is the case, however, to date the rhetoric around the potential of the technology by far outstrips the practice.'- Giulio Quaggiotto I am yet to understand on the group called 'miners' in this Blockchain, what they do and how they make money - where the rubber meets the road! Hopefully by the end of the week I shall, and share. $&$$$$$ have a way to cause and attract interest. Thank you all for the ongoing enlightenment on this! Be blessed. Regards/Wangari --- Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - "Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth". -------------------------------------------- On Tue, 17/5/16, Eric Mugendi via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Subject: Re: [kictanet] BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency To: wangarikabiru(a)yahoo.co.uk Cc: "Eric Mugendi" <emugendi(a)gmail.com> Date: Tuesday, 17 May, 2016, 15:56 There's Bithub, a hub that's focusing on incubating blockchain startups locally. http://techcabal.com/2016/01/14/space-kenya-launches-bithub/ On Tue, May 17, 2016, 2:11 PM Wangari Kabiru via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Happy Tuesday! Would any of our Tech hubs be handling any entrepreneurs doing this? Otherwise, tuko mbali! And this is not synonymous with the Kenya Silicon Savanna hype. Blessed day. Regards/Wangari On May 17, 2016 10:44, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: KenyaCoin sounds very interesting. The use of blockchain technology is best viewed as an improvement of the current financial systems rather than a competitor. I'm convinced that it can tremendously improve financial services. Thank you Wangari for the introduction of this discussion. Regards, Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu Tel: +254 718181644Skype: Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu On Mon, May 16, 2016 at 9:38 PM, Baiju Shah via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Hi Wangari, Many thanks for the notes on the understanding of theBlock Chain and we are very interested in the distributed ledger technology as a means of exchanging trading and financial information from a b2b perspective. We are looking to kick off an R&D project on developing some key transactional areas especially on dealing with cross boarder trade and the application of using open ledgers. Thanks, Best Regards,BaijuTelemedia Africa Ltd. On Monday, 16 May 2016, Wangari Kabiru via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: Happy Monday! Pray you are well. Today I have learnt on Blockchains and I am delighted to share of. Learnt from Ashis Gadnis - BANQUAPP.COM and Ric Shreves. Any persons in this community in the field? The last time this discussion was here it was CBK and Bitcoin rundowns and the Ministry. Globally a lot is happening. The discussion is beyond financial services into data management, humanitarian data and refugee transfers services...and more. This community needs to have sharp deliberations on this at this year's IGF. <<< start notes>>> BTC4D @ ICT4D on 16/05/2016 'The blockchain is the new black..' First overlay is the web Second is blockchain - trust layer Challenge old ways, disrupt governance and centralised authority for enforcing transactions What is; A block chain is a distributed ledger via peer-to-peer Chain of digital signatures Protocal for exchanging value over internet without an intermediary A technology that allows people to exchange trust over transactions - Bank of England Critical elements in old times is trust. A block chain is another type of database for recording transactions - one that is copied to all computers Blockchain can be more than digital currency eg Asset tokenisation - transaction metadata used for transactions Structure; Data stored in structures called blocks. Elements; Header, Content - validated list of assets 15M - No. of Bitcoins in circulation 20B - Maximum no.of Bitcoins (2140), algorithm - manage inflation (unlike Ksh, $) $56M - 24hour Turnover of Bitcoins $746 M - Ethirium, 2nd Digital Currency Volatility of Bitcoin 1.24% 2013 + 2014 - 2015 + Other Blockchains; Best known are public; Litecoin, BitShares, Dogecoin, Namecoin. Others are private Types; unpermissioned, permissioned Newer ones; Ethereum, Microsoft BaaS - Blockchain as a Service Blockchain can be as a; Platform - build others on it Software What is happening; R3 working with 40+ banks Visa working on an independent proof of concept Citi has 3 blockchains and own digital currency (Citicoin) SEC, USA Stock Exchange The players you should know? R3 Hyperledger Ethereum - an app platform Microsoft Azure BaaS - flexible Ripple Bitcoin is what is well known <<< end notes>>> Be blessed. Regards/Wangari -- Baiju Shah_______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet(a)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/emugendi%40gmail.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. 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BLOCKCHAINS - Get in the Conversation and Perhaps Conversion..Digital Currency
by Wangari Kabiru 16 May '16

16 May '16

Happy Monday! Pray you are well. Today I have learnt on Blockchains and I am delighted to share of. Learnt from Ashis Gadnis - BANQUAPP.COM and Ric Shreves. Any persons in this community in the field? The last time this discussion was here it was CBK and Bitcoin rundowns and the Ministry. Globally a lot is happening. The discussion is beyond financial services into data management, humanitarian data and refugee transfers services...and more. This community needs to have sharp deliberations on this at this year's IGF. <<< start notes>>> BTC4D @ ICT4D on 16/05/2016 'The blockchain is the new black..' First overlay is the web Second is blockchain - trust layer Challenge old ways, disrupt governance and centralised authority for enforcing transactions What is; A block chain is a distributed ledger via peer-to-peer Chain of digital signatures Protocal for exchanging value over internet without an intermediary A technology that allows people to exchange trust over transactions - Bank of England Critical elements in old times is trust. A block chain is another type of database for recording transactions - one that is copied to all computers Blockchain can be more than digital currency eg Asset tokenisation - transaction metadata used for transactions Structure; Data stored in structures called blocks. Elements; Header, Content - validated list of assets 15M - No. of Bitcoins in circulation 20B - Maximum no.of Bitcoins (2140), algorithm - manage inflation (unlike Ksh, $) $56M - 24hour Turnover of Bitcoins $746 M - Ethirium, 2nd Digital Currency Volatility of Bitcoin 1.24% 2013 + 2014 - 2015 + Other Blockchains; Best known are public; Litecoin, BitShares, Dogecoin, Namecoin. Others are private Types; unpermissioned, permissioned Newer ones; Ethereum, Microsoft BaaS - Blockchain as a Service Blockchain can be as a; Platform - build others on it Software What is happening; R3 working with 40+ banks Visa working on an independent proof of concept Citi has 3 blockchains and own digital currency (Citicoin) SEC, USA Stock Exchange The players you should know? R3 Hyperledger Ethereum - an app platform Microsoft Azure BaaS - flexible Ripple Bitcoin is what is well known <<< end notes>>> Be blessed. Regards/Wangari

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] Now business wants to lead policy making
by Barrack Otieno 13 May '16

13 May '16

Dear Listers, Might be of interest to some of us. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: parminder <parminder(a)itforchange.net> Date: Wed, 11 May 2016 11:26:22 +0530 Subject: [Internet Policy] Now business wants to lead policy making To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" <internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> A recent announcement by Alibaba's founder Jack Ma exposes what the real intent, and the problem, with business led multistakeholderism is, something a lot of people/ groups have perhaps innocently got into supporting.... He proposes a new business led initiative to frame global e-commerce rules, which would rival the WTO, which can keep making them for offline trade. And he is entirely serious, with Alibaba already working with a number of groups and intending to present the proposal to G 20 later this year.. To me it is a political shocker, but that is where much of multistakholderism ideology is headed. I wrote an op-ed on this issue in The Hindu, which is at http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/columns/a-borderless-economy-that-will-be-c… We must re-assess what does unhinging of the role of legitimate political actors in key public policy areas means. It just transfers power to a few global corporates to runs our societies as a corporatocracy. Many of our discussions here on mulitistakeholderism as a sovereign political form need to be seen in this context. parminder _______________________________________________ To manage your ISOC subscriptions or unsubscribe, please log into the ISOC Member Portal: https://portal.isoc.org/ Then choose Interests & Subscriptions from the My Account menu. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [kictanet] Postel Award Nominations Open
by Barrack Otieno 12 May '16

12 May '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Wed, 11 May 2016 18:57:22 +0000 Subject: [kictanet] Postel Award Nominations Open To: otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com Cc: Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga(a)hotmail.com> Listers Do we have an individual or an organisation we can nominate? It would be good to see someone or organisation from Kenya or Africa. Yes? RgdsGrace From: Carly Morris <morris(a)isoc.org> Subject: Postel Award Nominations Open - Please distribute Date: May 11, 2016 at 5:42:54 AM EDT To: DL All Staff <DLAllStaff(a)isoc.org> Hi everyone, I wanted to let you all know that candidate nominations for the 2016 Jonathan B. Postel Service Award are open and the deadline approaches (May 18, 17:00 UTC). *Iâ€™d like to appeal to you all to share this call for nominations with your networks or any contacts you may feel are relevant and worthy of a nomination.* This prestigious annual award is presented to an individual or organization that has made outstanding contributions in service to the data communications community. The signature crystal globe and a USD 20,000 prize will be presented at the 96th Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) meeting in Berlin, Germany (17 -22 July 2016) to the chosen candidate. Nominations are encouraged for individuals or teams of individuals from across the data communications industry around the world, either by self-nomination or by third party. Nominations can be submitted using this web form: https://www.internetsociety.org/form/postel-nominations Many thanks for your support. Best, Carly *** More About the Award The Jonathan B. Postel Service Award was established by the Internet Society to honor a person who has made outstanding contributions in service to the data communications community. The award is focused on sustained and substantial technical contributions, service to the community, and leadership. With respect to leadership, the award committee places particular emphasis on candidates who have supported and enabled others in addition to their own specific actions. The award is named for Dr. Jonathan B. Postel to recognize and commemorate the extraordinary stewardship exercised by Jon Postel over the course of a thirty-year career in networking. Jon Postel served as the editor of the RFC series of notes from its inception in 1969 until 1998. He also served as the ARPANET â€œnumbers Czarâ€ and Internet Assigned Numbers Authority over the same period of time. He was a founding member of the Internet Architecture (nee Activities) Board and the first individual member of the Internet Society, which he also served as a Trustee. Find out more Â· Find the out more on the award, nomination procedures, and online submission forms. http://www.internetsociety.org/what-we-do/grants-and-awards/awards/postel-s… Â· Learn more about Jon Postelâ€™s life and contributions. http://www.internetsociety.org/what-we-do/grants-and-awards/awards/postel-s… Â· I'm ready to nominate someone! http://www.internetsociety.org/what-we-do/grants-and-awards/awards/postel-s… For any questions please contact postel(a)isoc.org Carly Morris Manager, Stakeholder Relations Internet Society Mobile + 41 76 29 61 104 email: morris(a)isoc.org http://www.isoc.org -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Fwd: [afnog] Application for AfPIF- 2016 Fellowship is open/ L¹inscription au programme de bourses AfPIF-2016 est ouverte!
by Barrack Otieno 12 May '16

12 May '16

Listers, This might be of interest. Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Betel Hailu <hailu(a)isoc.org> Date: Thu, 12 May 2016 06:58:30 +0000 Subject: [afnog] Application for AfPIF- 2016 Fellowship is open/ L¹inscription au programme de bourses AfPIF-2016 est ouverte! To: "afnog(a)afnog.org" <afnog(a)afnog.org> Hello everyone, Application for AfPIF-2016 Fellowship is open! Looking for a travel fellowship to attend AfPIF-2016? There is a limited fellowship opportunity<https://www.internetsociety.org/afpif-2016/node/2173> - see if you qualify. L'inscription au programme de bourses AfPIF-2016 est ouverte! Vous cherchez des bourses de voyage pour participer à AfPIF-2016? Les places sont limités, cependant vérifiez si votre profil correspond aux critères<https://www.internetsociety.org/afpif-2016-fr/node/1092>. Betel Hailu | Africa Regional Bureau - Communications Coordinator | ISOC: Internet Society skype: betty.hailu | www.InternetSociety.org<http://www.InternetSociety.org> | Follow Us [Description: Macintosh HD:Users:betelhailu:Desktop:facebook.png] <https://www.facebook.com/ISOCAfrica> [Description: Macintosh HD:Users:betelhailu:Desktop:twitter.png] <https://twitter.com/ISOC_Africa> -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Re: [isoc_ke] CALL FOR PAPERS ON IoT
by Ronald Ojino 11 May '16

11 May '16

Dear all, Greetings!Kindly find the call for papers for the upcoming IEEE 3rd World Forum on Internet on Things that will be held on 12-14 December, 2016 at Reston, USA. Circulate widely to friends (of great interest are graduate students). Best regards, Ronald Ojino

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Fwd: [kictanet] Webinar on DNS essentials, 18 May at 15:00 UTC and 19 May at 4UTC
by Barrack Otieno 09 May '16

09 May '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Alice Munyua via kictanet <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> Date: Mon, 9 May 2016 22:03:14 +0300 Subject: [kictanet] Webinar on DNS essentials, 18 May at 15:00 UTC and 19 May at 4UTC To: otieno.barrack(a)gmail.com Cc: Alice Munyua <alice(a)dotafrica.org> Dear all, This might be of interest. As I am sure you have all heard, ICANN will be launching an engagement center in Nairobi in May. This webinar is therefore a good opportunity for both new comers and seasoned "ICANNers" to understand and/or refersh ICANN/DNS. Best regards Alice --------------- Two Webinars will be held, on 18 May at 15:00 UTC (other times <http://tinyurl.com/gac-dns>) and 19 May at 4UTC (other times <http://tinyurl.com/gac-dns2>). *_What will you learn_*? > How does the domain name system work? > - What is domain name resolution? > - How is the DNS structured, from the root to your device? > How are domain names registered? > - What is a registry, a registrar, a reseller and a privacy/proxy > provider? > - How are domain names registered? > > - What are some of the security considerations that you need to be > aware of? > - What is WHOIS? What does WHOIS accuracy mean? > - What are reports of DNS abuse? _Presenters_: Carlos Alvarez and Steve Conte _Date and time_: Wednesday 18 May at 15:00 UTC and Thursday 19 May at 4UTC _Dial in Numbers_: http://adigo.com/icann/—Conference ID: 36456. _Adobe Connect link_: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/GAC -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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Tweetathon for Fund for Internet Research and Education
by Mwendwa Kivuva 05 May '16

05 May '16

The Fund for Internet Research and Education from AFRINIC has benefited seven Kenyans researchers and startups before. More Kenyans can benefit from this is the word goes around. AFRINIC has planned a Tweetathon to promote the FIRE program and ensure the communication on the grants has reached a wider audience within the Continent before the expiry date of 31st May 2016. The idea of a tweetathon is to have as many accounts tweeting at the same time on the same #hashtag (#FIREAfrica) that it may even trend on twitter. This way, we can communicate to our collective audience, with the language our audience understand. The Aim of the Fund for Internet Research and Education is to boost innovative solutions and research that enhance the use of ICT within the continent. Just yesterday, Native Project fro FIRE was in Geneva, Switzerland, at the World Summit on the Information Society meeting to receive the WSIS Champion Certificate for the NatiV Project http://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/stocktakingp/en/Database/Search?pId=1447600201. That is the aim of FIRE program. Basic rules for a Tweetathon ——————————————— 1. Use a common hashtag: #FIREAfrica 2. Tweets with images are more visible. You can attach any relevant appropriate image with your tweets 3. Tweet in common days: 5th, 6th and 7th May 2016. 4. Ride on other popular hashtags: currently #FASTAfrica #AIS16 5. Tweet with your personal twitter account 6. Retweet other similar tweets 7. If you have TweetDeck, schedule your tweet to send at certain intervals We have generated some tweets for you. You can compose your own new generic tweets. You can tweet in any language understandable by any community in Africa. If there is any clarification, don’t hesitate to contact me. AFRINIC | EN AVANT ————————————— TWEETS BELOW ————————————— Do you want better Internet in Africa? Apply now for Fund for Internet Research and Education grants (link: http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016) fireafrica.org/grant-2016 <https://t.co/nyaIwbuHAz> #FASTAfrica #FIREAfrica The FIRE grants application can be done in both English and French http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica FIRE encourages Francophone, Lusophone, female-led projects, & projects that support isolated communities #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica Where can I get more details about the FIRE Grants? Check the Frequently asked questions http://fireafrica.org/faq #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica The Fund for internet Research and Education is an initiative of @AFRINIC to increase uptake of the Internet #FIREAfrica How do I make an application for the Fund for Internet Research and Education? Register on this page and then login http://fireafrica.org/users/users/login #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica How do I submit a successful Grant application? Check this link http://www.fireafrica.org/tips_for_successful_grant_submission #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica Contact the FIRE Africa Team at fireprogram(a)afrinic.net if you have any questions about your application #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica What is the deadline for applying for Fund for Internet Research and Education grants? It is 31st May 2016 http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica The Fund for Internet Research and Education is funding upto 9 projects for a total of $240,000 for innovative projects across Africa http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica The Fund for Internet Research and Education is part of the Seed Alliance. See past projects from Africa, Asia and South America here seedalliance.net #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica Like the Fund for Internet Research and Education page on Facebook https://facebook.com/fireafrinic #FastAfrica #FIREAfrica Tip: Prepare your FIRE application well in advance offline, then copy paste on the application system http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Tip: If you don’t get an email notification after application, you may need to apply again, or contact FIRE secretariat http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Tip: If you have attachments, ensure they are submitted with the FIRE application form http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Tip: If you have any challenge with your FIRE application, the secretariat is happy to help http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Tip: If you make an omission during your FIRE application, you can always resubmit your application again http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Read more about past #FireAfrica grants on the website fireafrica.org <https://t.co/9jIw47XavC> and http://seedalliance.net/ #FIREAfrica The Fund for Internet Research & Education twitter account is @FIREAfrica. Please follow and retweet to your followers @AFRINIC #FASTAfrica #FIREAfrica Le nouveau compte twitter FIRE Africa est @FIREAfrica. S'il vous plaît suivre et retweet à tes followers de #AfricaRising @AFRINIC The Fund for Internet Research and Education is now calling for applications fireafrica.org/grant-2016 <https://t.co/nyaIwbuHAz> Please retweet #FIREAfrica APPLY NOW! #AFRINIC is pleased to announce that the FIRE Programme GRANTS 2016 are opened. Visit fireafrica.org <https://t.co/a9xzNjqOn3> @FIREAfrica APPLIQUER MAINTENANT! @AFRINIC Est heureux d'annoncer que le programme FIRE SUBVENTIONS 2016 sont ouvertes. Visitez fireafrica.org <https://t.co/a9xzNjqOn3> What is the closing date for #FIREAfrica grants? Grants applications close on 31 May 2016 http://fireafrica.org/grant-2016 #FIREAfrica Do you have a projectwith clearly demonstrated benefit for the African community? Then apply for a #FIREAfrica grant fireafrica.org/grant-2016 <https://t.co/nyaIwbMis7> #FIREAfrica has 3 types of grants giving a total of $240k: FIRE Africa Grant, Internet Society Africa Grant, FIRE Africa Scale Up Grants #FIREAfrica <https://mobile.twitter.com/hashtag/FIREAfrica?src=hash> support projects that use ICT for solutions to Africa's education, access, information, infrastructure, communication needs #FIREAfrica Grants in conjunction with @IDRC_CRDI will provide 4 Grants of up to US$25,000 each per project fireafrica.org/fire-africa-grant-2016 <https://t.co/rYurtiwGKB> Community Development grant: Innovative projects that use technical concepts to provide solutions http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-grant-2016 <https://t.co/rYurtiwGKB> #FIREAfrica #FIREAfrica Technical Innovation grant: projects with technical concepts, solutions related to Internet development http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-grant-2016 <https://t.co/rYurtiwGKB> Education grant: Innovative projects that use ICT to solve educational issues throughout Africa http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-grant-2016 <https://t.co/rYurtiwGKB> Appel à #candidatures 2016 #FIREAfrica, #ISOC & @IDRC_CRDI US$25,000 par projet #Afrinic - http://www.fireafrica.org <https://t.co/SgzAqJlA6f> /grant-2016 Who should apply #FIREAfrica? Project proposals from African orgs, university, or research dev institutions and NGOs http://fireafrica.org <https://t.co/9jIw47Fz72> #FIREAfrica announce the @ISOC_Africa Grant where two Grants of US$ 25,000 for Projects within Africa http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4Wefo1> The Internet Society #FIREAfrica Grant offers US$ 25,000 for two projects in Africa @internetsociety http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @InternetSociety #FIREAfrica Grant is for projects that focus on solutions on CyberSecurity http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @InternetSociety #FIREAfrica Grant is for projects that focus on Naming: through innovative approaches to DNSSEC http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @SOC_Africa #FIREAfrica focus on Routing: deployment of a secure routing standard – RPKI and BGP http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @InternetSociety #FIREAfrica Grant focus on Access to promote & sustain an open assessable Internet http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @ISOC_Africa <https://mobile.twitter.com/ISOC_Africa> Access #FIREAfrica grants focus on User experience: Making sure everyone can access the Internet http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @ISOC_Africa Access #FIREAfrica grants: Infrastructure Contributing to development of infrastructure in ur community http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @ISOC_Africa Access #FIREAfrica grants focus on Cost: Breaking down the financial barriers to Internet access http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @internetsociety #FIREAfrica grants is for projects with an implementation period of 10-12 months http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> Individual @internetsociety members are welcome to apply for the #FIREAfrica grants through their ISOC Chapters http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> @internetsociety #FIREAfrica Grants applications close on 31st May 2016 http://fireafrica.org/the-isoc-africa-grant <https://t.co/Z5mK4VWDZr> #FIREAfrica <https://mobile.twitter.com/FIREAfrica> <https://mobile.twitter.com/FIREAfrica> #FIREAFRICA Scale Up Grants include Technical Innovation projects http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> @IDRC_CRDI FIRE Africa scalp grants projects will benefit from institutional strengthening and capacity building http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> #FIREAfrica Scale Up Grants provides three Grants of $30,000 each to scalp existing projects http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grant <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW>s @IDRC_CRDI #FIREAfrica Scale Up Grants provides three Grants of $30,000 each for existing successful projects to scale up http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> Community Dev Innovative projects use technical concepts to solve unique problems faced by communities throughout Africa #FIREAfrica FIRE AFRICA Scale Up Grants include Community Development Innovations http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> @IDRC_CRDI @IDRC_AFRIQUE Fire Africa scale up Technical Innovation grants includes innovation in materials, devices, standards for software and content and delivery Technical Innovation are projects that use technical concepts and solutions related to Internet development, security and access. #FIREAFRICA Scale Up Grants include Education grants http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> @IDRC_CRDI @IDRC_AFRIQUE Governance #FIREAfrica address Internet governance & Internet policy issues including privacy, online freedoms, data retention & access FIRE AFRICA Scale Up Grants include Governance Enhancement Innovative projects http://fireafrica.org/fire-africa-scale-up-grants <https://t.co/pzdPbZnmSW> @IDRC_CRDI @IDRC_AFRIQUE Where can I get answers on the Frequently asked questions about the #FIREAfrica grants? Check fireafrica.org/faq <https://t.co/1WTh6VNDil> @AFRINIC ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya twitter.com/lordmwesh

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