Urgent Inquiry: Potential Internet Shutdown and Restriction of Rights in Kenya
I know we’ve, collectively, been going through a lot here but the silence
on this is deafening at this point. We’ve had conflicting reports from
providers and the government. Has KICTANET tried to ask any of them
questions? I’m very disappointed we’re not talking about this.
On Fri, 28 Jun 2024 at 11:52, Ronald Ojino <[email protected]> wrote:
> Listers,
> It gets more weird when you read such statements from the PS incharge
> www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/ps-contradicts-safaricom-airtel-on-internet-outage–4670844
>
> So who is telling the truth? Because we also read from international
> sources that contradict the local Telcos…
> Regards
>
> On Wed, 26 Jun 2024, 4:40 pm Sidney Ochieng via KICTANet, <
> [email protected]> wrote:
>
>> Listers,
>> We’ve had a statement
>> <x.com/PeterNdegwa_/status/1805887792985047168> from the CEO of
>> Safcom. To say the least it beggars belief. Where is the Communications
>> Authority in this? I know there’s some of them on this list. You promised
>> <x.com/CA_Kenya/status/1805311316719993274> so come explain
>> yourselves.
>>
>> On Tue, 25 Jun 2024 at 17:55, Sidney Ochieng <[email protected]>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> We had a statement just this morning that there would be no shutdowns or
>>> slow downs. What is happening?!!!
>>>
>>> On Tue, 25 Jun 2024 at 17:24, David Indeje via KICTANet <
>>> [email protected]> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Dear Listers,
>>>>
>>>> We are writing to express our deep concern regarding possible internet
>>>> disruptions in Kenya, particularly in light of the alleged shutdown of
>>>> landing stations and the potential for further throttling or even a
>>>> complete shutdown.
>>>>
>>>> While the Communication Authority said it had no intention to restrict
>>>> internet access, the current situation raises serious red flags. It appears
>>>> to contradict the Kenyan constitution and international human rights law,
>>>> which guarantee fundamental freedoms like freedom of expression, access to
>>>> information, and peaceful assembly.
>>>>
>>>> These rights are essential for democratic processes to function
>>>> properly. When citizens cannot freely communicate and hold their government
>>>> accountable, it undermines the very foundation of a democracy.
>>>>
>>>> We urge you to investigate this matter with urgency and clarity.
>>>>
>>>> KICTAnet and our partners stand firmly against any attempts to control
>>>> or restrict internet access in Kenya. We believe an open and accessible
>>>> internet is essential for economic development, social progress, and a
>>>> strong democracy.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>