[kictanet] Two videos on Network Coverage in Bungoma and Kitui Counties, and in Turkana and Marsabit

Twahir Hussein Kassim twahir at hussein.me.ke
Thu Sep 12 09:29:32 EAT 2019 

Thanks Bwana Wambua, looking forward to that. God bless.


On Thu, Sep 12, 2019, 9:03 AM Wambua, Christopher via kictanet <
kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:

> Kanini
>
> We are updating the information on USF-projects and shall have it uploaded
> onto the website as soon as possible.
>
> Regards
>
> Christopher Wambua
>
> Director/Communications & Public Affairs | Communications and Public
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> From: kictanet <kictanet-bounces+wambua=ca.go.ke at lists.kictanet.or.ke> on
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> Date: Thursday, 12 September 2019 at 07:39
> To: Christopher Wambua <wambua at ca.go.ke>
> Cc: kanini mutemi <kaninimutemi at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Two videos on Network Coverage in Bungoma and
> Kitui Counties, and in Turkana and Marsabit
>
> Also looking for full data on the utilization of the USF beyond this
> project and the results of the 2016 ICT Gap Study. Would appreciate if CA
> would share these resources. Information on the website is scanty.
>
> On Thu, 12 Sep 2019 at 01:52, Grace Githaiga via kictanet <
> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>
>> Thanks Twahir for crunching the numbers for us. I think we assume that
>> USF is meant to provide support to projects in areas that do not make
>> economic sense to most providers.
>>
>> The purpose of the Fund is to support widespread access to ICT services,
>> promote capacity building and innovation in ICT services in the country....
>> The Fund, currently being put in *place,** is expected to finance
>> national projects that have significant impact on the availability and
>> accessibility of ICTs in rural, remote and poor urban areas.  *
>> https://ca.go.ke/industry/universal-access/purpose-of-the-fund/
>>
>> The selection criteria will shed light on why Turkana (marginalized) got
>> zero support, while Machakos had the lion's share.
>> Purpose of the Fund - Communications Authority of Kenya
>> <https://ca.go.ke/industry/universal-access/purpose-of-the-fund/>
>> The Kenya Communications (Amendment) Act, 2009, provides for the
>> establishment of a Universal Service Fund (USF), administered and managed
>> by the Communications Authority of Kenya. The purpose of the Fund is to
>> support widespread access to ICT services, promote capacity building and
>> innovation in ICT services in the country. The sources of the Fund include
>> […]
>> ca.go.ke
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>>
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>> *From:* kictanet <kictanet-bounces+ggithaiga=
>> hotmail.com at lists.kictanet.or.ke> on behalf of Twahir Hussein Kassim via
>> kictanet <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> *Sent:* 11 September 2019 2:16 PM
>> *To:* ggithaiga at hotmail.com <ggithaiga at hotmail.com>
>> *Cc:* Twahir Hussein Kassim <twahir at hussein.me.ke>
>>
>> *Subject:* Re: [kictanet] Two videos on Network Coverage in Bungoma and
>> Kitui Counties, and in Turkana and Marsabit
>>
>> Bwana Wambua,
>>
>> Thanks for the update, greatly appreciated.
>>
>> I have a few queries though, I took the liberty to analyse the data and
>> below are my observations (based on population data from Census 2009
>> <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Counties_of_Kenya>): -
>>
>>    1. What criteria was used to select the schools?
>>    2. There appears to be a disproportionate allocation, with some
>>    counties receiving much more than others yet atleast one county receiving
>>    none.
>>
>> See anaylsis on* this LINK
>> <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KzvbBqyDi9Mv-pu6c5bVDm1wYVJM-O1COJvj9mG7K5Q/edit?usp=sharing>.*
>>
>> Regards
>> Twahir
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Sep 10, 2019 at 10:56 AM Barrack Otieno via kictanet <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> Many thanks bwana Wambua for providing input. Any feedback on whether
>> there is a phase 2 to the project and potential coverage areas?
>> Regards
>>
>> On Tue, 10 Sep 2019, 10:15 am Wambua, Christopher via kictanet, <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> Barrack
>>
>> The list of beneficiary schools is attached.  I apologize for the delay.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> Christopher Wambua
>>
>> Director/Communications & Public Affairs | Communications and Public
>> Affairs
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>> From: Barrack Otieno <barrack at kictanet.or.ke>
>> Date: Tuesday, 10 September 2019 at 08:40
>> To: KICTAnet Discussions <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> Cc: Christopher Wambua <wambua at ca.go.ke>
>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Two videos on Network Coverage in Bungoma and
>> Kitui Counties, and in Turkana and Marsabit
>>
>> Greetings Bwana Wambua,
>>
>> We are eagerly waiting for the feedback as you promised. On another note,
>> is there a planned phase two for the USF Project considering the success of
>> phase 1?
>>
>>
>>
>> Best regards
>>
>>
>> Barrack Otieno
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, 05-09-2019 at 14:16 Wambua, Christopher via kictanet wrote:
>>
>> Listers,
>>
>> Thanks for your positive comments on the USF projects rolled out so far.
>> We shall share the information shortly.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> Christopher Wambua
>>
>> Director/Communications & Public Affairs | Communications and Public
>> Affairs
>>
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>>
>> Tel: +254 20 4242000/284
>>
>> Office Mobile: +254 730 042284/
>>
>>                        +254 730172284
>>
>> P.O. Box 14448 Nairobi 00800
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>> From: kictanet <kictanet-bounces+wambua=ca.go.ke at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> on behalf of KICTAnet Discussions <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> Reply-To: KICTAnet Discussions <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> Date: Thursday, 5 September 2019 at 12:06
>> To: Christopher Wambua <wambua at ca.go.ke>
>> Cc: Kivuva KictaNet <Kivuva at transworldafrica.com>
>> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Two videos on Network Coverage in Bungoma and
>> Kitui Counties, and in Turkana and Marsabit
>>
>> Hi Barrack,
>>
>> You have a good memory. I was flaging the issue.
>>
>> The locations connected to the Internet by USF were shared by the
>> indefatigable Mr Wambua. However, the information on the Schools and other
>> amenities connected was not shared. This is what Liz is asking about.
>>
>> Below is the information CA provided
>>
>> "Grace,
>>
>> Below are the  62 sub-locations that have benefited from the mobile voice
>> infrastructure project executed through the USF.  We shall share the
>> information on the beneficiary schools of the Education Broadband
>> Connectivity Project through our website as soon as possible.
>> Wambua"
>>
>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/pipermail/kictanet/2019-April/034462.html
>>
>> On Thu, Sep 5, 2019, 10:52 Barrack Otieno via kictanet <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> Hi Liz,
>>
>> There was an email shared on this list earlier in the year with the
>> details. Not sure if there is a lister who flagged it.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> On Thu, Sep 5, 2019 at 10:31 AM Liz Orembo via kictanet <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> This is really great.  Congratulations @ CA and the USF team.
>>
>> Could you please provide some details on the number of schools,  public
>> libraries, hospitals and other community service locations connected to the
>> Internet through USF?  Are they open to the public?
>>
>> On Tue, Aug 20, 2019, 10:47 Ali Hussein via kictanet <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> Hi GG, Barrack and All
>>
>> Indeed. I confirm that connectivity in my counties (Kilifi and Lamu) has
>> tremendously improved. Credit should indeed go to CA and the last mile
>> service providers.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> *Ali Hussein*
>>
>> *Principal*
>>
>> *AHK & Associates*
>>
>>
>>
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>>
>>
>>
>> Any information of a personal nature expressed in this email are purely
>> mine and do not necessarily reflect the official positions of the
>> organizations that I work with.
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Aug 20, 2019 at 10:25 AM Barrack Otieno via kictanet <
>> kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
>>
>> Hi GG,
>>
>> Many thanks for the Video. I wish to commend the Communications
>> Authority and the Service Providers for a great job in so far as
>> Universal Access is confirmed. Over the past week i have been to
>> Chawiya location (5000 feet hills in Wundanyi Taita Taveta) and
>> Mwatate in Taita and  was able to Watch news and entertain myself
>> using my smartphone a testament of how far we have connected our
>> country. I was amazed by the Infrastructure (roads and power) that has
>> been extended to the top of the hills which has really transformed
>> lives. The excitement in the eyes of the youth could tell it all. From
>> Taita i moved on to Mombasa, Kilifi and Malindi and the connectivity
>> is simply amazing to say the least. I have actually streamed this
>> videos without any buffering. In conclusion Communication Network
>> Coverage has greatly improved and as the DG says in the Video the
>> journey of 1000 steps indeed starts with one step. Well done CA, well
>> done service poviders.
>>
>> Best Regards
>>
>> On 8/19/19, Grace Githaiga via kictanet <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke>
>> wrote:
>> > Listers
>> >
>> > Is the Universal Service Fund managed by the Communications Authority
>> > of Kenya and meant to improve connectivity in unserved and underserved
>> > areas bearing fruit?
>> >
>> > Watch the two videos here:
>> >
>> > 1. Bungoma and Kitui: https://youtu.be/hm5MAkrH1cI
>> >
>> >
>> > 2. Turkana and
>> > Marsabit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NniZ1z9P28E&feature=youtu.be
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > --
>> > Grace Githaiga
>> > Co-Convenor, Kenya ICT Action Network
>> >
>>
>>
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