[kictanet] Talk to the Senate- 2017/2022 Priorities

[kanini mutemi]

I am excited to see that this discussion is already generating interest.
Looking forward to overwhelming participation when the series begins
tomorrow. Good evening Listers!

On Sun, 4 Feb 2018 at 22:54, Julius Njiraini via kictanet <
kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:

> It's the Time senate comes with legislation that makes county government
> comes with computer incident emergence teams to combat Cybercrime at county
> level and help national cirt at national level, develop the roles of
> digital forensic in digital investigation and come up with policies on
> Trust models
> On Feb 2, 2018 3:01 PM, "Grace Githaiga via kictanet" <
> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>
>> Dear Listers
>>
>>
>> Greetings!
>>
>> *Kindly allow me to t briefly interrupt you from the turning off of TV
>> signals debate, to make a short announcement.*
>>
>>
>> As you are aware, the role of the Senate is to represent the counties,
>> serve, and protect the interests of the counties and their governments.
>>
>>
>> The Senate Committee is currently developing its agenda and is keen on
>> interacting with various players in the ICT community. Of interest to the
>> Committee, is what needs to be done or prioritised in relation to ICT and
>> the counties. This can range from issues of infrastructure, problem with
>> implementation of legislation, acts that need revision, resources etc.
>>
>>
>> In light of this, KICTANet recently called on the the Senate Committee on
>> ICT leadership. To this end, we are honoured to have Sen. Abshiro Halake,
>> the vice-chair of the Committee on the list.
>>
>>
>> Therefore, we propose to hold a structured discussion over three(3) days
>> on this list, starting on (Monday February 5th to Wednesday February 7th
>> February 2018- next week). The aim will be to propose priorities that the
>> ICT Senate Committee should include in their agenda to spur economic and
>> social growth.
>>
>>
>> Mercy Mutemi will moderate the discussion.
>>
>> The questions for discussionwill fall under the following broad thematic
>> areas:
>>
>> a) What are the key ICT issues(challenges and opportunities) in the
>> Counties that require the attention of the Senate?
>>
>> b) What are the ICT issues that need legislative intervention by the
>> Senate Committee (E.g. proposals for a new law or a law that needs
>> amendment)?
>>
>> c) What can the SenateCommittee do to strengthen its engagement with the
>> ICT community on ICT law and policy?
>>
>>
>> A report will be prepared from the suggestions given here on the list and
>> shared with the Senate ICT Committee. We will also agree with Senator
>> Abshiro on a future date for a face to face meeting.
>>
>>
>> KICTANet has been at theforefront in pushing for effective public
>> participation in policy making. Now that we have the opportunity to speak
>> to legislators, we must heed the call and participate!
>>
>> Asanteni sana. And looking forward to a stimulating discussion as has
>> been demonstrated on the list recently.
>>
>>
>> Best regards
>>
>>
>> Githaiga, Grace
>>
>>
>> Co-Convenor
>> Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet)
>> Twitter:@ggithaiga
>> Tel: 254722701495
>> Skype: gracegithaiga
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>>
>> "Change only happens when ordinary people get involved, get engaged and
>> come together to demand it. I am asking you to believe. Not in my ability
>> to bring about change – but in yours"---Barrack Obama.
>>
>>
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> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and
> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT
> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development.
>
> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors
> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth,
> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do
> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications.
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*Mercy Mutemi, Advocate*.
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