Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC) is at the cusp of transformative initiatives aimed at birthing explosive growth of online presence for micro and small enterprises, schools, private and government institutions in Kenya. We are geared to reach 300,000 .KE domains by 2026 and 1,000,000 .KE domains in 2030.
This will be the 8th Annual .KE Registrar Awards Ceremony.
The 1st Awards Ceremony was held in February 2016, 2nd Awards Ceremony took place in February 2018, 3rd Awards Ceremony was held in April 2019, 4th edition was held in March 2020 in a Hybrid Event.
Due to the pandemic and adherence to the MoH guidelines, the 5th Awards Ceremony was also held in a Hybrid format in May 2021, the 6th Awards Ceremony was held in March 2022 and the 7th Awards Ceremony was held in March 2023.
Whose are .KE Registrars? These are KeNIC’s direct clients / customers who act as intermediaries between the end product user (Registrant) and the Registry (KeNIC). They are accredited by KeNIC and Licensed by The Communications Authority of Kenya to operate in the provision of IP and .KE domains.
Understanding the Digital Divide
Delving into the disparities in access to technology based on social-economic factors, geographical locations and demographics
Expanding Internet Connectivity
Exploring initiatives to expand broadband infrastructure to rural and remote areas and the role of public-private partnerships in achieving universal connectivity
Partnership for Digital Inclusion
Highlighting successful partnerships between government, private sector, civil society and academia in advancing digital inclusion goals
Role of Government Policies and Regulations
Examining how the government policies and regulations can promote digital inclusion and support initiatives aimed at narrowing the digital divide
Impact of Digital Divide on Education
Analysing how lack of access of technology affects educational opportunities and overall socio-economic development
Empowering Entrepreneurs through Domain Investment
Highlighting success stories and joint initiatives that inspire and educate new businesses on leveraging domains as valuable assets in their revenue generation strategies
- Government Officials and Policymakers
- DNS Service Providers/Data Centres/Mobile Network Operators/Internet Service Providers
- Technology Innovators and Industry Leaders
- ccTLD and TLD Domain Registrars
- Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs
- Educators and Academic Institutions
- Students and Youth
Attendees will have the chance to network with a diverse group of stakeholders, fostering connections and collaborations that can lead to innovative solutions and partnerships
Learn from leading experts, as they share their insights on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the internet and telecommunications technology
By bringing together stakeholders from different sectors, the event facilitates collaborative problem-solving and the development of holistic approaches to address complex challenges related to digital inclusion
The launch of the Dot-KE App is a major initiative aimed at simplifying domain registration, website building, and offering monetization opportunities. Your participation can influence its development and impact
The summit focuses on bridging the digital divide and unleashing the power of partnerships in Kenya’s .KE domain ecosystem. This is a crucial area for growth, especially for micro and small businesses
Andrew Mwanyota Lewela
Chief Executive Officer/ .KE Chief Evangelist
Andrew Mwanyota Lewela
Chief Executive Officer/ .KE Chief Evangelist
Ms. Fiona Ongeso
People and Administration Manager
Ms. Fiona Ongeso
People and Administration Manager
Hildah Maina
Finance and Strategy Manager
Hildah Maina
Finance and Strategy Manager
Gitau Muraguri
Marketing and Communications Manager
Gitau Muraguri
Marketing and Communications Manager
Eric Ndungu
Commercial and Relationship Manager
Eric Ndungu
Commercial and Relationship Manager
Ahmed Landi
Technology, Information and Security Manager
Ahmed Landi
Technology, Information and Security Manager
Christopher Waweru
Local Representative & Project Manager for E-Governance, ESTDEV
Keith Andere
INTERNET GOVERNANCE EXPERT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT AFRICAN CENTRE FOR CLIMATE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS
Keith Andere
INTERNET GOVERNANCE EXPERT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT AFRICAN CENTRE FOR CLIMATE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS
Moses Kemibaro
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AT DOTSAVVY
Nabihah Rishad
PRODUCT AND RESEARCH LEAD AT SERIANU
Andrew Mwanyota Lewela
Chief Executive Officer/ .KE Chief Evangelist
Fidel Mwaki
Managing Partner at FMC Advocates- 7.30am - 8.30am
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Breakfast and Registration
Sponsor Logos displayed on screens
- 8:30am - 8.40am
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Welcoming remarks – KeNIC CEO
Andrew Lewela Mwanyota
- 8.45am – 9.00am
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Welcoming remarks – KeNIC Chairman
Paul Kariuki
- 9:00am – 9.20am
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Presentation - Andrew Lewela Mwanyota
Outline of Strategic Plan 2024- 2026 and new Vision, Mission, Core Values
- 9:25am – 9:55am
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Panel Discussion: Empowering Entrepreneurs through Domain Investment.
Highlighting success stories and joint initiatives that inspire and educate new businesses on leveraging domains as valuable assets in their revenue strategies.
- Alphonce Juma – Chief Executive Officer, Oracom Groups
- Viona Wairimu – Digital Marketing Manager, HOSTAFRICA EAC Ltd
- Davis Waithaka – Chief Executive Officer, Elimu Holdings Limited
- Barrack Otieno – Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dot Africa Foundation and General Manager at Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD
- 10:00am – 10:25am
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Tea break and Tour of Exhibition Booths
- 10:30am – 10:50am
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Presentation on Taking Primary and Secondary Schools Online project led by:
- Davis Waithaka - Chief Executive Officer, Elimu Holdings Limited
- Anne Gachoya – Directorate of Primary Education
- 10:55am – 11:00am
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Recognition Of Sponsors (Mention & Screen Play)
- 11:00am – 11:25am
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Main Sponsor Presentation led by Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)
- Bob Ochieng – Snr. Director: ngTLD Program
- June Okal – Stakeholder Engagement Snr. Manager, East & Southern Africa
- 11:30 – 12:00pm
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Panel Discussion: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Best practices for Kenya's and Africa’s digital transformation
- Joel Karubiu – Country Representative/ Export Advisor at ESTONIA Business & Innovation Agency
- Njihia Mbugua – Venture builder and Solution Architect
- Angela Mwirigi – Digital Director Financial Services at KCB Bank Group
- Kenneth Njihia – Regional Marketing & Advertising Expert
- 12:05pm – 12:25pm
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Presentation by FMC Advocates LLP on IP-Law
- Fidel Mwaki- Managing Partner,
- Anne Mumbi - Associate
- 12:30pm – 12:55pm
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Panel Discussion: Role of Data Centers in Kenya’s and Africa's Digital Economy
- Michael Wambugu – Operations Manager, Pan-African Internet Exchange Data Centers (PAIX)
- Emmanuel Makina - Sales Manager, Pan-African Internet Exchange Data Centers (PAIX)
- Chimdi Chiezukwa – Chief Executive Officer· FREEPASS LTD
- Silas Peprah – Technical Business Development Manager, Ghana Team
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm
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Lunch break and Networking + Tour of Exhibition Booths
- 2:00pm – 2:25pm
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Presentation - Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KOTDA) led by:
- Stella Muhoro – Chief Manager Corporate Research, Policy & Strategy
- Lucas Omollo – Manager, ICT and Smart City Solutions
"A Break Out Session led by Pan-African Internet Exchange Data Centers (PAIX) team will be happening simultaneously."
- 2:30pm – 2:55pm
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Presentation - Kenya Education Network (KENET) led by:
Hillary Cheserek - Lead Engineer, Network Operations Center
A Break Out Session Led By Subramanian T (Subbu) the Product Manager of Zoho Sign & ServiceDesk Platform will be happening simultaneously.
- 3:00pm – 3:25pm
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Presentation - CIO Africa led by
Harry Hare – Chairman & Publisher
- 3:30pm – 3:55pm
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Presentation - M-zawadi Loyalty Group led by:
Naftal Nyabuto - Chief Executive Officer
4:00pm - 4:45pm: Extended Break Out Session Led By FMC Advocates LLP will be happening simultaneously. Led by: Diana Wariara - Partner and Alfred Nyaga - Lawyer
- 3:55pm – 4:00pm
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Recognition Of Sponsors (Mention & Screen Play)
- 4:00pm – 4:55pm
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Panel Discussion: Shaping Kenya's Digital Outlook: A Conversation with Thought Leaders
- Bob Ochieng – Snr. Director: ngTLD Program, ICANN
- Fiona Asonga – Chief Executive Officer, Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK)
- . Mwendwa Kivuva - Member Board of Trustees, KICTANet
- 5:00pm
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Vote of Thanks
Vote of thanks & Afternoon Tea Welcome by Andrew Lewela, CEO
- 7.30am – 8.25am
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Breakfast and Registration
Sponsor Logos displayed on screens
- 8:30am – 8:40am
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Welcoming remarks & Recap of Day 1 by KeNIC CEO
Andrew Lewela Mwanyota
- 8.45am – 9:00am
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Key Note Speaker:
- 9:00am – 9:25am
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Panel Discussion: Youth Empowerment and Digital Citizenship -
Discussing joint programs fostering responsible digital behavior and empowering youth as agents of change.
- Fraiser Kilonzo - Lead Security Engineer at Cyber Guard Africa
- Nabihah Rishad – Product and Research Lead at Serian Limited
- Diana Muthoni Muthike – Digital Forensics Investigator at East African Data Handlers.
- 9:30am – 10:00am
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Presentation from M-Zawadi Loyalty Group led by:
Naftal Nyabuto - Chief Executive Officer
- 10:00am -10:20am
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Tea break and Tour of Exhibition Booths
- 10:30am – 11:10am
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Presentation - EMUDHRA led by
Chandrasekhar Pattanayak – Business Development Manager, EMUDHRA
- 11:10am – 11:55am
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Presentation by PluginX
James Kiplabatt - Chief Executive Officer
- 11:55am – 12:00pm
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Recognition Of Sponsors (Mention & Screen Play)
- 12:00pm – 12:25pm
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Presentation from She-Goes Digital Kenya led by:
Valarie Waswa – Founding Director of She-Goes Digital Kenya
- 12:30pm – 12:45pm
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Presentation of the Development of the .KE Mobile App led by:
KeNIC Marketing Team
- Gitau Muraguri – Marketing and Communications Manager
- Doreen Khamala – Marketing and Communications Executive
- 12:55pm – 1:55pm
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Lunch break and Networking + Tour of Exhibition Booths
- 2:00pm – 2:30pm
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Keynote Speaker:
Ambassador Philip Thigo - Special Envoy on Technology, Office of the President of Kenya
- 2:35pm – 2:55pm
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Presentation by Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Kellington Kituku - Public Sector Lead, East Africa.
- 3:00pm - 05:15pm
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AWARDS PRESENTATIONS
.KE REGISTRAR AWARDS PRESENTATIONS
- 5:15pm – 5:30pm
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Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
- 5:30pm – 6:00pm
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Photo Session & Networking
Photo Session & Networking
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