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SUMMARY:Domain Summit Africa 2026
DESCRIPTION:Domain Summits are business-first events for the global domain industry.\nKeNIC is proud to announce its role as a co-host of the Domain Summit Africa 2026\, taking place 23–24 February 2026 at Villa Rosa Kempinski\, Nairobi\, Kenya. \nThe Summit brings together domain name service providers\, registrars\, registry operators\, investors\, digital entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders from across Africa and globally. Designed as a pure B2B event\, it offers a unique platform for networking\, knowledge exchange\, and strategic partnerships that advance the domain ecosystem and digital infrastructure on the continent. \n\nRegister Now: Domain Summit Africa 2026
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/domain-summit-africa-2026/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Kenya's Biggest App-Developer Challenge: Hack-A-Milli Campaign
DESCRIPTION:View Fullscreen\nThe Innovation Engine: Hack-A-Milli\n​The Hack-A-Milli campaign is Kenya’s biggest app-development challenge\, an intensive sprint to build the next generation of digital solutions for the country. Powered by KeNIC (Kenya Network Information Centre) and MetaCap AI\, this initiative called upon the nation’s brightest developers\, coders\, and innovators to create a cutting-edge .KE mobile application. The core mission was to enhance the accessibility and utility of the .KE domain space\, making domain browsing and registration seamless and intuitive for every Kenyan. \n​Registration and Submissions \nThe official challenge period for registration and development ran from July 14th and officially concluded with the submission deadline on August 31st.\n​The response from Kenya’s vibrant tech community was overwhelming\, underscoring the passion for local digital innovation. Over the course of the challenge period\, the campaign saw a total of 461 registrations from individuals and teams across the country. This intense development phase culminated in 50 innovative project submissions by the 31st August\, all competing for the massive KES 1\,500\,000 total prize pool. \n​The Rigorous Judging Phase\n​Following the submission deadline\, a rigorous judging process—which included expert panel and AI evaluations—was carried out. The final evaluations concluded on September 12th. Submitted projects were meticulously assessed based on core criteria\, including Innovation\, Technical Excellence\, User Experience\, and Market Potential\, ensuring that only the most viable and well-executed applications advanced. \nWatch the Judging Process here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HCTQX7eSPY \n\nUniversity and College Represented \nThe Hack-A-Milli drew a rich mix of universities and academies from across Kenya. See the list below: \n\nKisii University\nKaratina University\nDedan Kimathi University of Technology\nJomo Kenyatta University – JKUAT\nBaringo National Polytechnic\nKCA University\nKabarak University\nMachakos university\nZone01 Kisumu Hub\nTechnical University of Kenya\nStrathmore University\nZetech University\nUniversity of Nairobi\nMasinde Muliro University of Science and Technology\nKibabii University\nMultimedia University of Kenya\nMount Kenya University\nKirinyanga University\nDaystar University\nEmbu University\nKenyatta University\nMoi University\nUniversity of Eldoret\nKiriri Women’s of Science and Technology\nSt. Paul’s University\nBaraton University\nMuranga University\nChuka University\nTechnical University of Kenya\nKenya Highlands University Friends\nUnited States International University\nThe Open University\nBaringo Polytechnic\nGarissa University\nAfrica Nazarene University\n\n\n​Grand Finale: The Award Ceremony\n​The ultimate climax of the campaign was the spectacular inaugural Hack-A-Milli Award Ceremony\, held on Thursday\, September 25th\, at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi. The event was a powerful celebration of Kenya’s digital future\, recognizing the talent that is poised to drive the country’s domain and tech space forward.\n​We are incredibly proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of our Grand Winner and runners-up: \nGrand Winner – Daniel France Makala (Kabianga University) \n1st Runners-up – Elijah Kibuchi (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology) \n2nd Runners-up – Seth Makori (Technical University of Mombasa) \n3rd Runners-up – Asman Caleb (Kenyatta University) and Sam Arita (Moringa School) \n4th Runners-up – Emilio Cliff (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology) \n5th Runners-up – Victoria Gikonyo (Kirinyanga University)\, Rosemary Njeri (Strathmore University)\, Ian Okumu (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology) and Gloria Ngure (Kenyatta University)
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenyas-biggest-app-developer-challenge-hack-a-milli-campaign/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific\, Westlands Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Westlands\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTSTAMP:20260607T023805
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SUMMARY:The 8th Annual Registrar Award
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th Annual Awards Ceremony. The Awards ceremony are celebrated each year\, and are aimed at:\n\n\nRecognizing efforts by accredited .KE registrars in growing the .KE brand.\nDiscuss pertinent issues that impact on the growth of .KE domains numbers\nStrengthen our engagement and foster a better working relationship with one of our key partners aimed at increasing domain Registrations and Renewals to meet the 2023 targets.\n\n\nThe 1st Awards Ceremony was held on 11th February 2016 at Sarova Panafric Hotel\, Nairobi\, while 2nd Awards Ceremony took place on Friday\, 23rd February 2018 at Pride INN\, Westlands. The 3rd Awards Ceremony was held on 12th April 2019 at Intercontinental Nairobi followed by the 4th KeNIC Registrar Awards Ceremony that was held at Sarova Panafric Hotel\, Nairobi on 20th March 2020 in a Hybrid Event.\n\nDue to the pandemic and adherence to the MoH guidelines\, the 5th Awards Ceremony was also held in a Hybrid format on Thursday 13\, May 2021 Movenpick Hotel Nairobi\, the 6th Awards Ceremony was held at Pride INN on March 23rd 2022 and 7th Awards Ceremony on March 23rd 2023 at Movenpick Hotel Nairobi. \nTo find out more about the past awards https://kenic.or.ke/annual-registrar-awards-categories/ \n\n\n\nDuring the 8th Annual Registrar Awards\, we will discuss pertinent issues that impact the growth of .KE domains numbers\, strengthen our engagement and foster a better working relationship with all our key partners aimed at increasing .KE domain registrations and renewals. \nWe will also recognize the top 20 Domain Registrars of 2023.  \nWe will also have a loyalty award for the longest Registrants for each .KE domain extension. This category has been added this year.
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/the-8th-annual-registrar-award/
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="KeNIC":MAILTO:customercare@kenic.or.ke
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
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SUMMARY:KENYA INTERNET SUMMIT 2024
DESCRIPTION:KeNIC hosted the Kenya Domain Name System Forum. An annual event that aimed to help the Kenya Registry to grow at a competitive rate and ensure that Kenya is on par with the rest of the world’s Registries. This event offered opportunities to network with other stakeholders and industry experts\, discuss business\, technical\, and policy aspects of the approaches to establish and expand online presence. \nIn conjunction with the Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AfTLD)\, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)\, and the Internet Society Kenya (ISOC)\, KeNIC hosted the first-ever virtual Kenya DNS Forum on the 22nd of July 2021 with the theme “Growth of the domain name system in kenya and beyond”. The Forum brought together DNS ecosystem stakeholders to discuss current concerns and ways to help the .KE domain thrive going forward. \nIn October 4th 2022: KeNIC hosted the second national DNS Forum with the theme “Cybersecurity” and saw over 200 local\, regional and international delegates attend a hugely successful forum. Partners included Communication Authority of Kenya\, Huawei\, Liquid Technologies\, Africa Data Centers\, Pan African IX Data Centre Kenya (PAIX) and Kenya Education Network (KENET) among others. The event was held at Emara Sereni on 4 – 6 October 2022. \nIn November 2023:  KeNIC hosted the third DNS Forum with the theme “Navigating the future of Cybersecurity and Unleashing the Power of Domains” and saw over 800 local\, regional and international delegated both virtually and physically. Partners included Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KOTDA)\, ICANN\, KENET\, PAIX and Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK) among others. The event was held at Tamarind Tree Hotel on 2 – 3 November 2023. \nSpeakers included for 2023 DNS Forum; https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenya-domain-name-system-dns-forum-2023/ \nSee photos for the 2023 Annual Domain Name System Conference here: https://shorturl.at/nwGN4 \nWatch the 2023 Annual Domain Name System Conference on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@kenictld7117/streams \n\nAugust 2024: This year’s annual signature event is scheduled for 14-15 Aug\, conconverging public and private stakeholders in the internet sector as well as recognizing the commendable players in the domains-industry. We are in discussions with a leading regional and global business mogul\, to grace the 2-Day event as a globally renowned Business Coach\, Motivational Speaker and Vision Caster. The target audience will be MSME as well as select gatekeepers across various sectors\, that can unlock quantum domains’ uptake.  \nREGISTER NOW: https://forum.kenic.or.ke\n\n 
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/domain-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240405T110000
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SUMMARY:Invitation to Participate in .KE Mobile App Development
DESCRIPTION:We are building our .KE mobile app and we want you to be a part of this exciting journey! \nDuring the webinar\, we’ll be diving into:\n– Our vision for the .KE mobile app\n– Key features and functionalities\n– Collaborative efforts needed for a successful launch\n– Execution Timelines \nLet’s work together to elevate .KE in the digital space. \nWe look forward to your participation! \nSee you then!
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/invitation-to-participate-in-ke-mobile-app-development/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="KeNIC":MAILTO:customercare@kenic.or.ke
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231103
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SUMMARY:Kenya Domain Name System (DNS) Forum 2023
DESCRIPTION:Click to watch recorded video: KeNIC Youtube (Day 1 and Day 2) \nClick to Read The November Issue of KeNIC newsletter in recap of the #KenyaDNSForum2023 \nClick to view Kenya DNS official website: https://dnsforum.ke/ \n\nThe Kenya Domain Name System Forum is an annual open event for stakeholders in the Domain Name Industry in East Africa and beyond organized by Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC). The first Kenya DNS forum was held in 2021- a virtual event. In 2022\, this annual event was themed ‘Cybersecurity’ and saw over 200 local\, regional\, and international delegates attend a hugely successful forum. Partners included the Communications Authority of Kenya\, Huawei\, Liquid Technologies\, Africa Data Centers\, PAIX\, and KENET among others. The event was held at Emara Sereni on 4 – 6 October 2022. \nThe Kenya Domain Name System Forum aims to help the Kenya Registry to grow at a competitive rate and ensure that Kenya is on par with the rest of the world’s Registries. This event will offer opportunities to network with other stakeholders and industry experts and discuss business\, technical\, and policy aspects of the approaches to establishing and expanding online presence. \nThis year’s event will be held on 1 – 2 November 2023 with the “Navigating The Future of Cybersecurity & Unleashing The Power of Domains”.  \nKey Topics to Be Addressed at The Kenya DNS 2023 Will Include: \n\nInfluencing Governmental Policy on Internet Penetration in East & Rest of Africa\nEvaluating the risks and opportunities facing the Domain Naming Ecosystem\nPositioning Kenya and the region for growth\nMonetizing your online presence\nData privacy and protection\nStrengthening collaboration among stakeholders in the domain name ecosystem in Africa\nChildren’s right\nCopyrights/Trademarks\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\nProvide a launch pad for new developments in the Domain Name Ecosystem in Africa and Globally.\nIdentify strategic action points that will be key to the growth of the domain name ecosystem in Africa\nPromote the 3R Model for wider adoption and uptake in the region and Africa-wide.\nStrengthening stakeholder engagement in the Africa Domain Name ecosystem\nBuild awareness and define strategies to tackle issues impeding the growth of the Africa Domain Name ecosystem\n\nSpeakers  \n\n\n\nWelcoming remarks – KeNIC CEO: \nMr. Andrew Lewela Mwanyota\nKey Note Speaker \nAndy Chadwick\, Head of Africa Cyber Network @ Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office \n– Future of Cybersecurity\n\n\nWelcoming remarks – EX. KeNIC Chairman: \nMr. Geoffrey Shimanyula  \n–  Highlighting Successes of the last 5 Years\nPresentation from AFTLD \nBarrack Otieno – Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Dot Africa \n\n\nNew KeNIC Chairman \nMr. Paul Kariuki \n–   Introduction of KeNIC Board Members \n–  Agenda 2024 – 26 Outlook\nPresentation from ICANN \nBob Ochieng – Snr. Director: ngTLD Program \nJune Okal – Senior Manager\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Africa\n\n\nICANN presentation on Coalition for Digital Africa \nPanel Discussion: Education and Domain \n–  Grace Githaiga – CEO/Convenor of the Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) \n–  Eng. Alphonce Odhiambo – President\, the Internet Society of Kenya \n–  Winnie Rachael – Country Manager\, UNICAF \n–  Patricia Kimani Nyanjau – Senior System Administer (KENET) \nModerator – Davis Waithaka\, Chief Executive Officer at Elimu Holdings\n\n\nBREAKOUT SESSION on DNS/DNSEC \n–  Ahmed Landi – KeNIC Senior Advisor and Technical Manager\nPanel Discussion: Government of Kenya (GOK) and Internet Governance Stakeholders \n– Lucas Omollo – Chief Manager\, ICT & Smart City Solutions\, Konza Technopolis Development Authority \n– Fiona Asonga – Chief Executive Officer\, Technology Service Providers of Kenya – TESPOK \n– Thomas Odhiambo – KeNIC Vice-chair & Director\, Programmes & Standards \n  \nModerator: Ali Hussein Kassim\, CEO\, AHK Corp\n\n\nPanel Discussion 1: Future of Cybersecurity \n–  Lucas Omollo – Manager\, ICT & Smart City Solutions · KOTDA \n–  Nabihah Rishad – Product and Research Lead\, Serianu Limited \nModerator: Patrick Kiniti – CEO of Techmax Solutions\nPanel Discussion 4: Unleashing Power of Domains   \n–  Vionna Wairimu- Marketing Manager Sasahost LTD \n–  Freda Kariba\, CEO\, Aplin Media \n– Davis Waithaka\, Chief Executive Officer\, Elimu Holdings \nModerator – James Thuruthi – Chief Operating Officer\, Frontier Optical Networks (FON)\n\n\nPanel Discussion 2: Cybersecurity Innovation in Mobile Financial Services \n–  Nyagitari Bosire – Head\, Technology Enterprise Services\, Safaricom PLC \n–  Eric Ngei – Head of Cybersecurity at KCB Group \n–  Fredrick Wahome: Co-founder of Kenya Cybersecurity and Forensics Association \n–  Kevin Kanyi – Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence & Threat Hunting\, M-KOPA. \nModerator: Rose Kimwatu-Koech – Head of Data Protection\, KCB\nPanel Discussion 5: Monetizing your Domain \n– Moses Kemibaro – CEO\, DotSavvy Ltd \n– Mbugua Njihia – Venture Builder and Solution Architect  \n  \nModerator – Gitau Muraguri\, Marketing Manager\, KeNIC\n\n\nKONZA Technopolis Development Authority presentation by: \nJohn Paul Okwiri\, Chief Executive Officer\n\n\nPanel Discussion: Enhancing Collaboration between stakeholders \n–  Paul Kariuki – KeNIC Chairman \n–  Eng. Alphonce Odhiambo – President\, the Internet Society of Kenya \n–  Bob Ochieng – Snr. Director: ngTLD Program\, ICANN \n–  Fiona Asonga – Chief Executive Officer\, Technology Service Providers of Kenya – TESPOK \n–   Joel Karubiu\, Country Representation/Export Advisor\, ENTERPRISE ESTONIA \nModerator: Barrack Otieno – Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Dot Africa Foundation\n\n\nPanel Discussion 3: Trends in Data Protection and Guidelines for the Future \n–   Rose Kimwatu-Koech – Head of Data Protection at KCB Bank Kenya \n–   Josephine Achunga Oyombe – Managing Partner\, J. Oyombe Advocates \n–   William Kimuhu – Data Protection Officer\, Mwalimu Sacco \nModerator: John Walubengo\, KeNIC ICT Committee & Lecturer\, Multimedia University of Kenya
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenya-domain-name-system-dns-forum-2023/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:KeNIC Webinar: Navigating the .KE Domain Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and informative webinar titled “Navigating the .KE Domain Landscape: Addressing Emerging Issues and Ensuring Best Practices.” The digital world is constantly evolving\, and the importance of domain names\, especially the .KE domain extension\, cannot be underestimated in Kenya’s online community. \nWebinar objectives  \n\nTo identify and analyze the emerging issues in .KE Domain Disputes.\nTo provide insights into the legal and practical aspects of addressing domain disputes.\nTo present effective strategies and best practices to prevent domain-related issues\nTo educate you on domain dispute resolution mechanisms and their applicability\n\nTopics to be addressed: \n\n‘.KE Domain Registration\, management\, and the. role of Kenya Cybersecurity and Forensics Association to Kenyan Individuals or businesses.\nDomain dispute resolutions and handling of fraud as the domain registry of Kenya.\nCopyright Infringement in Domain Names\, digital content\, and copyright protection\nExploring the practical cybersecurity strategies for businesses and individuals\nFuture of domains and the role of AfTLD in shaping the domain industry in Africa.\n\n\nOur expert panel includes\n1. Barrack Otieno – General Manager\, Africa Top-Level Domain Association (AFTLD)\n2. Sharon Wata – Deputy Executive Director\, @kenyacopyrightboard\n3. Fredrick Wahome – Vice Chair (Kenya Cyber Security & Forensics Association (KCSFA)\n4. Beth Njau\, Data Protection and Privacy Office\, KeNIC\n\n\n The discussion will be moderated by Judy Ngure\, Cybersecurity Consultant.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenic-webinar-navigating-the-ke-domain-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231002T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231102T170000
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SUMMARY:The 4th Kenya Second Level Domain Auction 2023
DESCRIPTION:KeNIC wishes to run a Second Level Domains auction from 02 October 2023 to 3rd November 2023. This will be the fourth auction having done the first one in 2017\, 2021\, and 2022. \nObjectives:    \n\nIncrease uptake of .KE name space in the internet ecosystem.\nIncrease .KE brand visibility by allowing bidders from across the world to acquire their preferred names.\nGenerate revenue to fund projects like new product development\, and building initiatives\, improve our technical infrastructure\, and fund CSR activities.\nIncrease offering of .KE name space.\n\nDOMAINS TO BE AUCTIONED: \nA total of 719 names will be auctioned this time which are premium names with high demand compared to third-level domains. The reserve prices are as follows: \n\n\n\nCategory \nDomains \n\n\nPlatinum Domains\n93 Domains\n\n\nGold Domains\n68 Domains\n\n\nBUY NOW Domains\n558 Domains\n\n\n\n\nThe criteria used to determine the selection of domains for the Platinum\, Gold\, and Buy Now category was advised by the trend from the last Auction where 2 letter domains were in higher demand than other domains.\nThere will not be any other new names added to the list that are not reserved. For a name that is not reserved\, it means it is available for registration and if it was that premium\, it could have already been registered.\n\nThe auction platform will have two (2) selling options: – The Buy Now or Bid Option. \nBuy Now Option: \n\nDomains from the reserved Premium names will be sold under this category without bids.\nThe buying price is inclusive of the registration price and is payable immediately.\nAfter payment\, the client will be advised to choose their preferred KeNIC Accredited Registrar from the list of Registrars provided on the platform. The domain will then be transferred to the Registrar who will provide additional services like webhosting etc.\nDomains will be sold on a first-come first serve basis.\n\nBid Option:   \n\nThe bidding price is different from the domain Registration price\, after winning a bid\, the winner will then select a Registrar and pay the normal SLD Registration Price\nThe winner will be notified via email and must pay for the domain within 7 working days after the Auction is closed. Failure to which\, the domain will be awarded to the second highest bidder who also must pay within 7 working days.\nWinners must show proof that they have initiated the payment process within 72 hours of being declared winners.\n\n\nClick to view the .KE domain names to be auctioned here; KeNIC Auction Platform\nGet ready to seize the ultimate chance to claim your dream .KE domain name!\n📅 Save the date: October 2nd – November 3rd.
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/the-4th-second-level-domain-auction-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230802T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230802T110000
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SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Protection and Web Hosting in the Digital Era
DESCRIPTION:The KONZA TECHNOPOLIS in collaboration with The Kenya Network Information Centre (KENIC) is hosting a Webinar on the 2ND of August 2023. The Webinar will focus on Intellectual Property Protection and Web Hosting in the Digital Era.\nWebinar will highlight the value of.ke platform for users and opportunities to have an online presence\, professional email addresses and websites on the .KE platform. The webinar will have a leading content creator\, ‘Njugush – The Comedian’ as guest and brand ambassador \n \n\n\nTIME\nSESSION \nFACILITATOR\n\n\n10.00-10.15 HRS\nParticipant log-in and  Opening Remarks\nGitau Muraguri &  Andrew L. Mwanyota CEO  KeNIC\n\n\n10.15-11.00 HRS\nPanel Discussion \nStella Muhoro  Njugush – The Comedian \n\n\n11.00-11.30 HRS\nPlenary & Closing \nStella Muhoro  & KeNIC CEO & Njugush Comedian \n\n\nRegister Via Zoom
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/intellectual-property-protection-and-web-hosting-in-the-digital-era/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="KeNIC and Konza Technopolis":MAILTO:info@kenic.or.ke
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230323T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230323T120000
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UID:3043-1679558400-1679572800@kenic.or.ke
SUMMARY:KeNIC Registrar Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 7th Annual Awards Ceremony\, the 1st Awards Ceremony was held on 11th February 2016 at Sarova Panafric Hotel\, Nairobi\, while 2nd Awards Ceremony took place at Pride INN\, Westlands. \nThe 3rd Awards Ceremony was held on 12th April 2019 at Intercontinental Nairobi followed by the 4th KeNIC Registrar Awards Ceremony that was held at Sarova Panafric Hotel\, Nairobi on 20th March 2020 in a Hybrid Event. \nDue to the pandemic and adherence to the MoH guidelines\, the 5th Awards Ceremony was also held in a Hybrid format on Thursday 13\, May 2021 Movenpick Hotel Nairobi and the 6th Awards Ceremony was held at Pride INN on March 23rd 2022. \n2023 Awards Ceremony  \nThis year’s event will be a physical event on 23rd March\, 2023 at 8:00AM – 12:00Noon. The Awards ceremony are celebrated each year\, and are aimed at: \n\nRecognizing efforts by accredited .KE registrars in growing the .KE brand.\nDiscuss pertinent issues that impact on the growth of .KE domains numbers\nStrengthen our engagement and foster a better working relationship with one of our key partners aimed at increasing domain Registrations and Renewals to meet the 2023 targets.\n\nThis event is expected to: \n\nBring together 100 participants\nBring at least 3 exhibitors to the event\nBring industry players such as CA\, ICANN and AFTLD.\nAward best performers of the year 2022\nShare KeNIC’s agenda for 2023\n\n  \nCRITERIA OF THE CHOOSING THE CATEGORIES \nCategory 1: New Registrar of the Year \n\nNew Registrars who have been on boarded for more than six months in 2022 will be selected as nominees in this category.\nThe registrar with the highest domain registration numbers will be selected as the winner.\nThe top three registrars will be awarded.\n\nCategory 2: .KE Marketing Campaigns \n\nRegistrars in this category will be selected based on notable efforts undertaken to market .KE domain. Registrars who have actively engaged with potential clients/registrants through the year in: – Social media campaigns\, direct sales promotions\, .KE events\, Online marketing will be selected as nominees.\nThe winners must demonstrate that they have actively promoted .KE through the year.\nThe top three registrars will be awarded for this category.\n\nCategory 3: Customer Support \nThe criteria that will be used to select the nominees is as follows: \n\nCustomer Care: a 24hrs dedicated customer care line\nNotification: Regular notification to Clients to renew their domains\nAutomation: Automated registration and renewal process\nCustomer Satisfaction Survey Responses sent via email & responding on the timelines and without indicated by the Registry without being reminded.\n\nCategory 4: Customer Domain Retention \n\nRegistrars with over 2\,000 domains renewed in the year 2022 will be selected as nominees in this category. The top three registrars will be awarded.\n\nCategory 5: Domain Registrations \n\nNominees will be selected based on the number of domains they registered in 2022. The top three registrars will be awarded.\n\n  \nCategory 6: Regional Registrar Award \n\nThis award will seek to recognise top Registrars from these regions: Coast\, Rift Valley\, Eastern\, Western\, North Eastern\, Nyanza and Central.\nRegistrars with more than 200 domain registration numbers in the year will be selected as nominee.\nThe top three registrars will be awarded.\n\nCategory 7: Registrar of the Year \nThe Registrar must have been in the top three in these categories: \n\nDomain Registration\nCustomer Domain Retention\n.KE Marketing Campaigns\nCustomer Support\n\nIt is possible that more than one registrar will be in the top 3 in two or more of the above-mentioned categories. To determine a clear winner\, points will be awarded as follows: \n\n\n\nAward Categories\nPoints awarded \n\n\nWinner\n1st Runners up\n2nd Runners up\n\n\nDomain Registration\n\n\n\n\n\nDomain Retention\n\n\n\n\n\n.Ke Marketing Campaign\n\n\n\n\n\nCustomer Support\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nThe Registrar with the highest total cumulative points will be the Registrar of the Year\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenic-registrar-awards-ceremony/
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UID:2874-1669716000-1669721400@kenic.or.ke
SUMMARY:KeNIC Webinar - Educating Youth For a Cybersecurity Future.
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity has gained major importance in today’s world; it is no longer a choice\, but a need. With this in mind\, we hosted a #KeNICTalks webinar \nThe future of the Security of Cyberspace in Kenya is dependent on future generation and with a sudden shift from offline to online mode of learning/working\, Cybersecurity has gained major importance; it is no longer a choice\, but a need. \nThe youths are impacted more by cybercrime now than ever before. They are surrounded by online crime and malicious activity and they must be prepared for that reality. \nCuriosity is one word that many experts are using to describe Gen-Z. This curiosity has allowed them to look past the problem\, consider existing solutions and formulate out-of-the-box approaches\, unlike any generation that has gone before them. They are constantly challenging their predecessors’ problem-solving\, not just in cybersecurity\, but far beyond that\, from challenging social norms to advocating for long-overdue policy changes in every aspect of society. \nThey have what it takes to come to the table with new ideas that break the mold in a profound way. This stems from a generational lack of cybersecurity education\, yet we can change this problem now by promoting the education of children in cybersecurity. \nThe KeNIC Webinar\, #KeNICTALKS focused on: \n1. How cybersecurity awareness or digital literacy campaigns can increase online safety.\n2. Approaches of introducing cybersecurity as a curriculum in learning institutions.\n3. Supporting  youth to explore cybersecurity as an area of study or career. \nYou can watch all the sessions from this crucial discussion on; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8U0n–aejpM&t=23s \nSPEAKERS\n[pdf-embedder url=”https://kenic.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Black-Purple-Modern-Professional-Design-Talk-Show-Conference-Presentation-1-1.pdf” title=”Black Purple Modern Professional Design Talk Show Conference Presentation”]
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/kenic-online-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20221101T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20221202T000000
DTSTAMP:20260607T023805
CREATED:20220804T212402Z
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UID:2400-1667293200-1669939200@kenic.or.ke
SUMMARY:SECOND LEVEL DOMAIN AUCTION 2022
DESCRIPTION:KeNIC will run an online Second Level Domains auction starting November 2022. The Second Level Domain name space allows registrations of one name part before the DOT KE with no specialisation e.g. name.ke \nA total of 724 names will be auctioned this time which are premium names with high demand compared to third level domains. The reserve prices are follows: \n\n\n\nCategory \nDomains \nPrice (USD) \n\n\nPlatinum Domains\n93 Domains\n3500.00\n\n\nGold Domains\n72 Domains\n1200.00\n\n\nBUY NOW Domains\n559 Domains\n100.00\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe auction platform will have two (2) selling options: – The Buy Now or Bid Option. \nBuy Now Option   \n\nDomains from the reserved Premium names will be sold under this category without bids.\nBuyers will buy domains at USD 100.00\nThe buying price is inclusive of registration price and is payable immediately.\nAfter payment\, the client will be advised to choose their preferred KeNIC Accredited Registrar from the list of Registrars provided on the platform. The domain will then be transferred to the Registrar who will provide additional services like webhosting etc.\nDomains will be sold on a first come first serve basis.\n\nBid Option:   \n\nThe Registry will set a minimum bidding price for platinum domains at USD 3\,500 and Gold Domain at USD 1\,200.\nThe bidding price is different from the domain Registration price\, after winning a bid\, the winner will then select a            Registrar and pay the normal SLD Registration Price of USD 25.00\nThe winner will be notified via email and must pay for the domain within 7 working days after the Auction is closed. Failure to which\, the domain will be awarded to the second highest bidder who also must pay within 7 working days.\nWinners must show proof that they have initiated the payment process within 72 hours of being declared winners.\nTop up prices will be set at USD 50.00 above the set minimum bidding price.\n\nThese Second Level domain names are unique and have a premium value. \nWe take this opportunity to invite you to KeNIC SLD online auction\, which is scheduled to commence on November 2022. \nAuction Link: https://auction.kenic.or.ke/ \n[pdf-embedder url=”https://kenic.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/KE-DOMAIN-AUCTION-RULES-AND-REGULATIONS.pdf” title=”-KE DOMAIN AUCTION RULES AND REGULATIONS”]
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/sldauction/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20221004T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20221004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T023805
CREATED:20220817T213937Z
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UID:2468-1664870400-1664902800@kenic.or.ke
SUMMARY:2022 Kenya DNS Forum
DESCRIPTION:This year marks KeNIC’s 20th Anniversary\, as we celebrate this milestone\, we will host the Kenya Domain Name System (DNS) Forum under the theme “Cybersecurity” on October 4\, 2022. This event is poised to bring together ICT/DNS experts\, government representatives\, local and international policy makers\, global Registries for country code top-level domain (ccTLDs)\, domain name registrars and registrants to discuss the growth of the DNS Ecosystem and its impact on technology. \nThis event will have 3 plenary sessions led by key government representatives\, ICT stakeholders\, as well as regional and global registry representatives. Topics for discussion will include: \n\nLegislation & governance in the Internet Ecosystem.\nBuilding a more resilient and secure ccTLD ecosystem for social and economic development\nDNS Security; How to combat cyber security threats\n\nThe forum will seek to address various challenges and highlight opportunities faced by entrepreneurs and stakeholders in the domain name industry. We believe that by addressing these challenges and seizing opportunities in this sector\, the lives of Kenyans will be positively impacted both socially and economically. \nWho should attend: Registries\, registrars\, registrants\, ccTLDs\, government representatives\, service providers\, brand owners\, legal firms\, DNS expert\, government representatives\, ICT service providers\, universities\, financial institutions\, Insurance companies and Intellectual Properties Specialists \nKeNIC is amongst 5 registries in Africa to host a national DNS forum and the first-ever virtual Kenya DNS Forum was held on the 22nd July 2021. Read more here \n[pdf-embedder url=”https://kenic.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kenya-DNS-Forum-Program-updated-5.pdf” title=”Kenya DNS Forum Program updated 5″] \n\nSPEAKERS\n[pdf-embedder url=”https://kenic.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Black-Purple-Modern-Professional-Design-Talk-Show-Conference-Presentation-1.pdf” title=”Black Purple Modern Professional Design Talk Show Conference Presentation (1)”] \n\nSPONSORS\n[pdf-embedder url=”https://kenic.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Sponsors.pdf”]
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/2022-kenya-dns-forum/
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