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Re: [Skunkworks] Queen bee shake-up: the Chinese connection
by King'ori Gitahi 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Rumour is major fraud among the big wigs. �Haven't heard bout the chinese angle to it. But there is absolutely no reason to cross breed a goose that lays Golden eggs. �Unless it delivers 5 eggs hides one and declares 4. �This is all pure conjecture but i agree with Kiania. KG For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. Nelson Mandela� ----- Original message ----- From: "Nicholas Mutinda‎" <mutindah(a)gmail.com> To: "Skunkworks Mailing List‎" <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Queen bee shake-up: the Chinese connection Date: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:49:40 +0300 If Bob has to perform, then he has to let go of the top management (especially) with stiff competition and harder times ahead, he needs guys who appreciate cost cutting and strategy that keeps the company competitive. The management there now were employed when sf started and they have the "monopoly" mindset and that is why they still run back to govt when competition gets stiff. On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 3:30 PM, Okechukwu <okechukwu(a)gmail.com> wrote: Thought so too - if it ain't broke, don't fix it - so if its being fixed, it must have broken ./Ok3ch On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 3:22 PM, David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd <kianiadee(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Think about it why change or shakeup an exceptionally performing winning team? > > > On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 2:46 PM, David Kandie <dkipkulei(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Joseph, you have spoken. The shareholders are also watching if he can >> fit to Michael's shoes. >> >> On 3/14/11, Joseph McDonald <mcdonaldoj(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> Just to add ...CEOs come with different briefs, Michael grew the business, >>> Bob has to show better ratios, less capital employed to earn a >>> shilling,improvement of percent profit over operating income et al, They are >>> competing with �indian firms and this rightsizing will shock many the signs >>> are there,affected �Staffers should simply look for jobs. >>> >>> On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 1:16 PM, Joseph McDonald >>> <mcdonaldoj(a)gmail.com>wrote: >>> >>>> I dont think the shake-up is about the Chinese connection,it is a common >>>> corporate practice.It happened at EABL as well. >>>> >>>> It is called the 7s (Strategy,Structure,System,Staff,Skills,Style and >>>> Shared Values). Every corporate will come with is new set of the 7s. >>>> >>>> Mr.Bob has his *strategy* so he has to get a *structure* which will >>>> support the strategy.Unfortunately that structure will affect the >>>> *staff*because the structure has defined >>>> *skill* set required to perform.Lastly you need new people to get new >>>> management *style.* >>>> >>>> >>>> On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 11:42 AM, Joe Maina <maina307(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Am seeing a scenario where KACC will get bitten coz its interrupting >>>>> business as usual watch this space. >>>>> >>>>> On 14 March 2011 11:24, Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 11:03, David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd < >>>>>> kianiadee(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> This comes from a highly unreliable and undependable source but has >>>>>>> nuggets of truth. Apparently Bob has instituted changes at Queen bee >>>>>>> after getting a dossier from KACC on Chinese "brown envelop" activity >>>>>>> at >>>>>>> their highest ranks. It's apparent very few of the politburo can >>>>>>> claim to be above reproach and instead of a public flogging he's opted >>>>>>> for a more tactical and methodical surgery. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> The result of who goes and who stays will surprise all and sundry ... >>>>>>> next 7 days will be critical keep watching the news. It also gives him >>>>>>> a chance to assert his own management team and determine agenda. Who >>>>>>> said Bobby is a place holder? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I love corporate politics. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> David, >>>>>> >>>>>> I take cognizance of your opening disclaimer, but I'd still love to >>>>>> wonder why KACC did not just take the bulls by the horn? >>>>>> >>>>>> The Chinese are known (reputed) for their "brown envelop" culture yes, >>>>>> but if KACC can do this, then we are not fighting corruption! Word also >>>>>> has >>>>>> it that the Chinese are so much involved in projects within the Kenyan >>>>>> govt >>>>>> systems, courtesy of "brown envelops" changing hands at the highest >>>>>> level. >>>>>> KACC must be having all the knowledge. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -- >>>>>> Best regards, >>>>>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>>>>> Nairobi,KE >>>>>> +254733744121/+254722743223 >>>>>> _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ >>>>>> Damn!! >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Skunkworks mailing list >>>>>> Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke >>>>>> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >>>>>> ------------ >>>>>> Skunkworks Rules >>>>>> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >>>>>> ------------ >>>>>> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Skunkworks mailing list >>>>> Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke >>>>> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >>>>> ------------ >>>>> Skunkworks Rules >>>>> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >>>>> ------------ >>>>> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> ------------------------------------------------------- >> Advanced Excel Training for Nairobi Professionals. >> Email: training(a)opencastlabs.com to receive course catalog >> _______________________________________________ >> Skunkworks mailing list >> Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke >> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >> ------------ >> Skunkworks Rules >> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >> ------------ >> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >> > > > > -- > > [Asentric Consulting Ltd] > > "You don't build a business, you build people who build your business > for you" - Brad Sugars > _______________________________________________ > Skunkworks mailing list > Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks > ------------ > Skunkworks Rules > http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 > ------------ > Other services @ http://my.co.ke > _______________________________________________ Skunkworks mailing list Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks ------------ Skunkworks Rules http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 ------------ Other services @ http://my.co.ke << 2.dat >> -------------------------------------------------------------- Ovi Mail: Making email access easy http://mail.ovi.com

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IPad 2 or stick to iPad 1?
by Odhiambo Washington 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

>From http://goo.gl/zkKqp, I seriously think Ok3ch should not go for iPad 2, but err..err... he'll need the faster processor, so it's okay:) The rest should try and adhere to the above suggestions. Now I am going for the IDIOT fone. iPad next year, when iPad 3 comes! -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Damn!!

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Application Open: ISOC NGL eLearning course - Shaping the Internet: History and Futures
by Vincent Ngundi 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Gerard Ross" <ross(a)isoc.org> To: "ISOC Chapter Delegates" <chapter-delegates(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:55:20 +0300 Subject: [Chapter-delegates] Applications now open - Next Generation Leaders eLearning programme “Shaping the Internet – History and Futures” (English and French) --------------------------------------------------------- Applications now open - Next Generation Leaders eLearning programme “Shaping the Internet – History and Futures” (English and French) --------------------------------------------------------- Applications are now open for the Internet Society’s Next Generation Leaders (NGL) eLearning programme “Shaping the Internet – History and Futures”. < http://www.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=5601a517-75… > The Internet Society is pleased to call for applications from talented individuals seeking to join the new generation of Internet leaders, who will address the critical technology, policy, business, and education challenges that lie ahead. Following the successful launch of the programme last year, in 2011 the Internet Society is offering concurrent classes in English and French. Both classes will start in the week of 16 May 2011. The course, “Shaping the Internet – History and Futures”, is delivered by the DiploFoundation through their eLearning platform and learning methodology and features weekly online discussions of the course materials, moderated by a tutor and an expert facilitator. The NGL programme is designed to advance the careers of individuals who have the potential to become local, regional, and international leaders within the Internet technology, policy, and governance communities. The curriculum empowers participants to share their particular expertise with colleagues while acquiring knowledge in areas outside of their specialties. Places in the eLearning course are strictly limited, so all applications will be subject to a thorough selection process. * The deadline for applications is 8 April 2011. * The Programme --------------- The programme offers 20-25 places in each class for professionals from diverse stakeholder backgrounds in the fields of Internet technology, governance, and policy. Both courses are open to individuals from around the world. The programme will be conducted entirely online. The programme includes four thematic parts, which take place over six months during 2011 (May to October, with an exam in the first week of November): - The History of the Internet - Technical Background - Internet Standards and Technology - Internet Governance and Policy - Emerging issues – Studies in Internet Policies, Processes and Diplomacy Learning activities take place in an online classroom and include analysis of course materials, interactive group discussions using a variety of communication tools, assignments, and exams. Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion of the programme. Languages ----------- Course materials and moderated online discussions for each course are in English and French, respectively. Target Audience ---------------- The project is designed for Internet Society members from academia, the public sector, technology industries, and civil society who are committed to the ongoing expansion of an open, sustainable Internet. Applications from the following categories of individuals from both developed and developing countries are encouraged: - officials in governmental ministries and departments dealing with ICT-related issues (for example, telecommunications, culture, education, foreign affairs, justice) - officials in regulatory authorities or institutions dealing with Information Society, Internet, and ICT-related issues - postgraduate students and researchers (for example, telecommunications, electrical engineering, law, economics, development studies, sociology) - engineers in the Internet field - civil society activists in the Internet field - journalists covering Internet-related issues - business people in the Internet field (for example, those managing ISPs or involved in software development). Timeline --------- - 14 March: 2011 Call for Applications begins - 8 April: 2011 Call for Applications ends - 28 April: Selection Results released - 16 May: Online classes commence Requirements ------------- Applicants are required to have: - met the age requirement (20-40 years old) - a basic awareness of, and interest in, Internet-related issues - knowledge and experience of the multi-stakeholder approach in international affairs - a professional background and relevant work or academic experience in the Internet field - member status in ISOC - fluency in English or French - good writing skills, ability to summarize information, and focus on details - regular access to the Internet (dial-up connection is sufficient) - minimum of 8 hours commitment per week during each thematic part of the online course (this is perhaps the single most important requirement and should be evaluated seriously by any potential applicant) - readiness to participate in online consultations (once a week at specified times) Deadline for Applications -------------------------- The deadline for applications is 8 April 2011, by midnight UTC/GMT. How to Apply -------------- For more information about the full Next Generation Leaders programme, including details on how to apply to either eLearning course, please visit: http://www.internetsociety.org/leaders If you have any questions, please contact <leaders(a)internetsociety.org>. The Next Generation Leaders programme is supported by Nominet Trust and operates under the patronage of the European Commission for Information Society and Media. Delivery of the eLearning programme in French is sponsored by AFNIC. -- _______________________________________________ Chapter-delegates mailing list Chapter-delegates(a)elists.isoc.org https://elists.isoc.org/mailman/listinfo/chapter-delegates ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Gerard Ross" <ross(a)isoc.org> To: "ISOC Chapter Delegates" <chapter-delegates(a)elists.isoc.org> Date: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:54:51 +0300 Subject: [Chapter-delegates] Candidatures ouvertes – Programme Next Generation Leaders « Façonner l’Internet – Histoire et Avenir » (français et anglais) [English version to follow] --------------------------------------------------------- Candidatures ouvertes – Programme Next Generation Leaders « Façonner l’Internet – Histoire et Avenir » (français et anglais) --------------------------------------------------------- Les candidatures sont désormais ouvertes pour le programme Next Generation Leaders (NGL) de l'Internet Society « Façonner l’Internet – Histoire et Avenir ». L’Internet Society a le plaisir d’annoncer l’appel à candidatures de personnes talentueuses souhaitant se joindre à la prochaine génération de leaders de l'Internet qui se penchera sur les défis technologiques, politiques, commerciaux et éducatifs qui se profilent. < http://www.diplomacy.edu/registration-fr/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=f8030668… > Suite au lancement réussi du programme l’année dernière, l’Internet Society propose en 2011 des cours de formation simultanés en anglais et en français. Les deux formations commenceront dans la semaine du 16 mai 2011. La formation « Façonner l’Internet – Histoire et Avenir » sera assurée par DiploFoundation par l’intermédiaire de sa plateforme de formation à distance et sa méthodologie d’apprentissage. Elle comprend des discussions hebdomadaires en ligne portant sur le matériel pédagogique, animées par un tuteur et un formateur expert. Le programme NGL est destiné à faire évoluer la carrière de personnes dotées d’un potentiel de leadership à l'échelle locale, régionale et internationale au sein des communautés Internet en matière de technologie, politiques et gouvernance. Le programme permet aux participants de partager leur expertise avec leurs collègues tout en acquérant des connaissances dans des domaines autres que leurs spécialités. Les places pour la formation à distance étant strictement limitées, toutes les candidatures seront donc soumises à un processus de sélection rigoureux. * La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est le 8 avril 2011. * Le programme -------------- Le programme offre 20 à 25 places par cours pour des professionnels issus de divers horizons dans les domaines de la technologie, la gouvernance et les politiques liées à Internet. Les deux cours de formation sont ouverts aux participants du monde entier. Le programme se déroulera entièrement en ligne. Le programme comprend quatre parties thématiques et s’étendra sur six mois (de mai à octobre 2011, avec un examen la première semaine de novembre) : - Histoire de l’Internet - Origines techniques – Normes et technologie Internet - Gouvernance et politiques liées à l’Internet - Questions émergentes – Étude des politiques, processus et diplomatie de l’Internet Les activités d'apprentissage se dérouleront dans une salle de cours en ligne et comporteront l'analyse du matériel pédagogique, des discussions de groupe interactives reposant sur plusieurs outils de communication, des devoirs et des examens. Les participants qui auront suivi le cours avec succès recevront un diplôme de conclusion du programme. Langues --------- Le matériel pédagogique et les discussions animées en ligne pour chaque cours de formation sont en anglais et français, respectivement. Public ciblé -------------- Le projet est destiné aux membres de l’Internet Society issus du monde universitaire, du secteur public, des industries technologiques et de la société civile, engagés dans l'expansion continue d'un Internet ouvert et durable. Les candidatures des catégories de personnes suivantes, issues à la fois de pays développés et en développement, sont encouragées : - représentants des ministères et départements gouvernementaux traitant des questions liées aux TIC (télécommunications, culture, éducation, affaires étrangères, justice, par exemple) ; - représentants des autorités ou institutions de réglementation s’occupant de la société de l’information, de l’Internet et des questions liées aux TIC ; - étudiants de troisième cycle et chercheurs (en télécommunications, génie électrique, droit, économie, développement et sociologie, par exemple) ; - ingénieurs dans le domaine de l’Internet ; - militants de la société civile dans le domaine de l’Internet ; - journalistes couvrant les questions liées à l’Internet ; - entrepreneurs dans le domaine de l’Internet (fournisseurs d’accès Internet ou personnes impliquées dans le développement de logiciels, par exemple). CALENDRIER ----------- - 14 mars : Ouverture de l’appel à candidatures 2011 - 8 avril : Clôture de l’appel à candidatures 2011 - 28 avril : Divulgation des résultats de la sélection - 16 mai : Début des cours en ligne Critères de sélection ---------------------- Les candidats doivent : - avoir l’âge requis (de 20 à 40 ans) ; - avoir des notions de base en matière de, ou être intéressés par, les questions liées à l’Internet ; - disposer de connaissances et d’expérience en approche multi-parties prenantes en termes d’affaires internationales ; - avoir une formation académique et/ou une expérience professionnelle appropriées dans le domaine de l’Internet ; - être membre de l’ISOC - maîtriser l’anglais ou le français ; - avoir de bonnes capacités de rédaction, capacité à résumer l’information et à se concentrer sur les détails ; - disposer d’une connexion Internet (haut débit de préférence) - avoir au moins 8 heures de disponibilité hebdomadaire pendant chaque partie thématique de la formation en ligne (il s'agit du critère de sélection le plus important qui doit être évalué sérieusement par tous les candidats éventuels) ; - être prêts à participer aux consultations en ligne (une fois par semaine à des heures précises). Date limite de dépôt des candidatures -------------------------------------- La date limite de dépôt des candidatures et le 08 avril 2011 à minuit UTC/GMT. Comment déposer une candidature --------------------------------- Pour en savoir plus sur le programme complet Next Generation Leaders (Leaders de la prochaine génération), y compris obtenir des détails sur la façon de poser sa candidature à l’un des cours de formation à distance, veuillez consulter : http://www.internetsociety.org/leaders Pour toute question, veuillez contacter <leaders(a)internetsociety.org>. Le programme Next Generation Leaders (Leaders de la prochaine génération) est soutenu par Nominet Trust et est parrainé par la Commission européenne chargée de la société de l'information et des médias. Le déroulement du programme de formation à distance en français est parrainé par l’AFNIC. -- _______________________________________________ Chapter-delegates mailing list Chapter-delegates(a)elists.isoc.org https://elists.isoc.org/mailman/listinfo/chapter-delegates

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Rupu Website
by Brian Ngure 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

www.rupu.co.ke What happened? Is this a case of forgetting to delete the installaton directory? -- Regards Brian Ngure

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Re: [Skunkworks] hp parts
by Allan Ouma 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Call Remmy on 0723 143182 or 0731 143182. He is my laptop hardware guru. I am sure he can sort you out or recommend somebody who can. Allan Ouma P.O. Box 12731 Nairobi 00400 Kenya ________________________________ From: joel eliakim <joeliakim(a)gmail.com> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Sent: Monday, March 14, 2011 10:51 AM Subject: [Skunkworks] hp parts good morning skunkers i am looking for the display components and hinges and for a hp ellitebook 6930p.any ideas -- It is difficult to see the picture when you are inside of the frame _______________________________________________ Skunkworks mailing list Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks ------------ Skunkworks Rules http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 ------------ Other services @ http://my.co.ke

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subscription
by mach moses 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

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Help with font file!
by Allan Ouma 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Hello Skunkers, I am looking for a font that is able to make the hyphens like the ones seen on Kikuyu names. I am trying to design a cover for a Kikuyu author and he wants his name to have the hyphenations like the way they appear on the cover of Ngugi wa Thiongo's 'I Will Marry When I Want'. Can anybody help me out? Allan Ouma P.O. Box 12731 Nairobi 00400 Kenya

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Job Vacancy - Software Presales.
by Nawaz Bagha 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Hi Skunks, I am looking for a pre-sales expert preferably in the field of licensed software. Full time job. Bachelors degree in IT required and experience with multi-vendor solution architecture will be a plus. Please contact me off-list if interested. -- Regards, NB...

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Announcement: Python User group meeting
by ashok+skunkworks＠parliaments.info 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

We’ll be running the First "Nairobi Python User Group" meetup today the 14th of March at the iHub (http://www.ihub.co.ke/pages/about.php ) . We will start at 18:00 for coffee and talks. Hopefully this will become a monthly event. This is the mailing list of the group -- <http://groups.google.com/group/naipug> During this meetup there will be a presentation of "Bungeni - an Open Source parliamentary and legislative information system" which has been developed on Python (See http://www.bungeni.org , http://bungeni-portal.googlecode.com ), and incidentally the core development team lives in Nairobi :-) Bungeni aims to increase the efficiency of parliamentary activities and make Parliaments more open and accessible to citizens. After the presentation there will be a question /answer session . All Python interested folks are welcome . If you have any interested friends or colleagues, try to bring them along too.

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Free DNS
by Mike M. 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Anyone doing http://freedns.afraid.org/ on a production(read live) environment? How reliable? Other options one can compare?

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