[kictanet] Dr Ndemo Farewell

Wed May 1 15:47:15 EAT 2013

Dear Dr. Ndemo,

We met over the IGF processes - Kenya IGF, EAIGF as well as the UN IGF
(although online). From these processes, I can say you are one of the
senior government officials who can be so humble, understanding and open.

In your new undertaking, either as a Principal secretary or a consultant,
your services will be needed.

Asante sana

On 1 May 2013 07:34, Esther Muchiri <emuchiri at andestbites.com> wrote:

> +1****
>
> Indeed, on countless occasions, Dr. Ndemo shared his vision for Kenya and
> laid bare numerous untapped opportunities that can elevate the lives of the
> youth. I will forever remember his insights, knowledge and passion for our
> country during the “Bitange for President” debate on this list. For
> example, on August 7th 2011, he said:****
>
> ** **
>
> *“The causes of unemployment are not what you see in text books.  It is
> not poverty as many academicians would tell you.  It is greed, it is lack
> of trust among those who represent people's interest, it is lack of vision,
> it is the minimalist mentality that we have come to embrace.  We must move
> from this hopeless state to greater and collective thinking”. *
>
> ** **
>
> Daktari, as I wish you all the best in your interview on Thursday, my
> prayer is that as you take up the new position (I am confident you will be
> successful), you will explore ways of actualizing some of the ideas you
> shared with us, and continue engaging the public for greater success and
> collective thinking…. **
>
> ** **
>
> God bless you now and always.****
>
> ** **
>
> Esther ****
>
> ** **
>
> ** **
>
> ===================================****
>
> *Esther W. Muchiri*
>
> Tel: +254-20-2394420; Cell: +254-724-164346; +254-733-720-619****
>
> * *
>
> *"For every failure, there's an alternative course of action. You just
> have to find it. When you come to a roadblock, take a detour." *
>
> -- MARY KAY ASH, Founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics****
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+emuchiri=
> andestbites.com at lists.kictanet.or.ke] *On Behalf Of *Grace Mutung'u (Bomu)
> *Sent:* Tuesday, April 30, 2013 10:07 AM
> *To:* emuchiri at andestbites.com
>
> *Cc:* KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions
> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Dr Ndemo Farewell****
>
> ** **
>
> Daktari, ****
>
> You were sensitive to young people's needs and for this we thank you.
> Please keep helping them change their destiny wherever you serve from. ***
> *
>
> Best!****
>
> ** **
>
> 2013/4/30 Muriuki Mureithi <muriukimureithi9 at gmail.com>****
>
> Dr Ndemo ****
>
> Am told that  one door closes only when a wider door is opening – it is
> inconceivable that a  person of your energy , dynamism  and vision can just
> fade away in a country like ours which is crying out for such attributes to
> get past the corner. This is not possible and it is  just a matter of time
> for the wider door to reveal itself ****
>
>  ****
>
> Thanks for the great doors you have opened for us in the ICT community,
>  consumers  and  the country at large—you changed the arc of  history of
> ICT and development in the country and region . History of ICT in Kenya
> will never be complete without acknowledging your contribution.****
>
>  ****
>
> Muriuki Mureithi****
>
>  ****
>
> *From:* kictanet [mailto:kictanet-bounces+muriukimureithi9=
> gmail.com at lists.kictanet.or.ke] *On Behalf Of *Odhiambo Washington
> *Sent:* 29 April 2013 17:33
> *To:* muriukimureithi9 at gmail.com****
>
>
> *Cc:* KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions****
>
> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Dr Ndemo Farewell****
>
>  ****
>
> @Brian,****
>
>  ****
>
> Bureeeeeeee, kabisa!****
>
>  ****
>
> Hatuwezi kuwa na "omogusii" wawili katika wizara moja. Hivyo ndivyo
> alivyonena Dkt. Ndemo. Itwapatia maadui wake chanzo cha .... read again:)*
> ***
>
>  ****
>
>  ****
>
> On 29 April 2013 17:02, Brian Munyao Longwe <blongwe at gmail.com> wrote:****
>
> Daktari,****
>
> I will not join my colleagues in wishing you well. And I will not accept
> your (flimsy) reasons for not strongly contesting your right to continue
> the good work you have been doing. My advice, put up a good fight, and it
> at the end of it all another candidate is chosen, you can rest assured that
> you did your best (as you have been known to do) and move to other things
> with a clear conscience.****
>
> Uko katika maombi zetu - the "dark forces" can be very intimidating, be
> strong.
>
> Best regards,****
>
> Brian****
>
>  ****
>
> On Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 2:32 PM, Walubengo J <jwalu at yahoo.com> wrote:****
>
> @ Ndemo,****
>
>  ****
>
> You will go down as one of the few PS who opened up Government at at time
> when Government Ministers and Permanent Secretaries had no time to
> entertain  non-government actors (like most listers here :-).  I doubt any
> big shot in Govt would have been humble enough to take in their stride both
> the criticism and compliments from the grassroots as you have done.  ****
>
>  ****
>
> Eng. Rege before you started this type of culture and I am glad you took
> it to the next level.  I can only hope that the new Minister/Cabinet Sec
> and Principal Secretaries will follow suit as we endevour to make Kenya the
> best ICT destination in Africa.****
>
>  ****
>
> regards.****
>
>  ****
>
> walu.****
>
> nb: took the liberty to tweak the subject line :-)****
> ------------------------------
>
> *From:* Bitange Ndemo <bitange at jambo.co.ke>
> *To:* jwalu at yahoo.com
> *Cc:* KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
> *Sent:* Monday, April 29, 2013 1:30 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Reviewing Kenya ICT Board Performance- You can
> write a guest post****
>
>
> Listers,
> It is an open secret that my departure from the Ministry of Information
> and Communications is imminent.  As seconds, minutes and days tick by; I
> take this opportunity to bid you all farewell.
>
> During the last seven years that I have worked here, I have learned a lot
> from you all. I could not have benefited from the learning experience
> without your constant support, criticism and encouragement.  If I have to
> do it all over again, I would not change anything to perform my duties
> well. In my position as Permanent Secretary, I have gained considerable
> knowledge and thus I shall always cherish this, as one of the most
> satisfying phases in my career.
>
> Further, I have shared a special bond with all of you both virtually and
> in reality.  I shall take away with me special memories of our time
> together. I remain committed to ideals of Kictanet and would remain active
> in its deliberations.  I must admit that I may have underestimated the
> amount of pressure there is to aspire for a job.  There are politicians
> from my county trying to create a wedge between myself, Dr. Matian’gi and
> Hon. Nyachae.  Others from other parts of the country can be summed as
> extortionists and possible toll collectors at every level.  I shall
> however, take the interview on Thursday and if fate has it that I shall
> once more serve my country then I shall proudly do so.
>
> It is now my singular honour to introduce Dr. Fred Matian’gi, our Cabinet
> Secretary nominee whom I have had the privilege of knowing for the past
> many years.  While I was in Standard 7, Dr. Matian’gi had just started
> standard 1 at Manga Primary School.  His sister Margaret was my classmate.
> I have known him as an honest person and devout Seventh Day Adventist.
> He has an impeccable record of integrity having served in several
> governance programs.
>
> Dr. Matian’gi is a fast learner and has extensively published.  We taught
> at University of Nairobi together and his record as a lecturer was
> faultless.  We simply have a great mind to steer our sector. I want to
> take the earliest opportunity to wish him the best. Although Dr. Matian’gi
> is a good friend, it will not be practical for us to work together.  The
> constitution demands diversity.  We shall create fodder for politicians to
> drive further wedge between us.  I have chosen friendship and will look
> for alternative areas to serve my country.
>
> Let me therefore wish each one of you the very best in all of our future
> endeavors.
>
> Bitange Ndemo.
>
>
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