Launch Ceremony
On 29 December, 2005 "Focusing on the Individual Internet User" - an individual member project in Kenya funded by The Internet Society (ISOC) was launched by Hon. Mutahi Kagwe, M.P., Minister for Information and Communications to give free advisory services to internet users.
Coming 10 years since internet début in Kenya, this project added
to our internet celebrations and festivities and a good enough reason
to cut the internet happy birthday cake courtesy of The Savora Stanley.
"We are also aware that as time has gone by, the fears of internet users have increased due to threats which include hackers, computer viruses, pornography and spyware,"
As a result of the above, the public, business and even the Government experience many problems ranging from where to obtain affordable services on how to protect themselves from internet-based threats. The situation has been made worse because many of our people do not know where to obtain services and how much such services cost.
It is because of this reason that my Ministry is happy to be associated with this Internet Society project, which aims to offer free internet-advisory services to the people of Kenya." Download Speech
We continue collaborating with Policy Makers, Ministry, and Regulator
on Internet and telecommunications issues, Univeral Access, and Consumer Protection being our
A while ago the fibre optics were being laid around the Cape of Good Hope and the East African Governments missed a great opportunity. India took advantage and had the cable diverted to its shores. Broadband internet access has enriched that nation beyond its wildest expectations.
Internet is a communication pipeline. It is of little use if it does not help us focus on resolving our priorities. Internet has created a vast new world of openness, transparency and accessibility. It is a tool that the leadership, properly advised, how best to use this tool, can take the country forward."
The local constituency funds can be better utilized to make an enabling environment and to fund internet connectivity in rural areas. These are matters that need serious consideration from the authorities. Who knows, one day soon, some of our bright young stars may shine and become wealthy enough to obviate the necessity of donor funding.
These are the dreams for the youth to dream while we contemplate that this is a gorgeous universe of wonder and possibility. Buddha says 'The greatest truth is the present' . This is also a good starting point." Download Speech
East Africa Internet
| Speaker | Title | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Timothy McGinnis | "One Vision of Internets Future in East Africa" | Download |
| Chris Abong'o | Addressing Industry Conflict (Paper) | Not Available |
| Benson Mwangi | Internet connectivity guide for rural Uganda | Download |
| i-network | Internet Connectivity in Uganda-Easy Guide | Download |
| IICD | Rural connectivity in Tanzania:Options and Challenges | Download |
| Internet Study | Study Launch Speech by Director General-CCK | Download |
| Study Results | Kenya Internet Market Study (Supply Side) | Link |
| KICTAnet | Kenya OFC Online Discussions | Download |
| Consumers | Kenya Consumers Meeting Report #1 | Download |
Media Coverage
Focus on the individual - the individual internet user and the individual who has not yet been able to connect. Focus your attention on issues that will affect their livesand the way they use the Internet. And most of all, focus on giving them more choice and more control over this incredibly powerful, enabling technology."