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beiyangu
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Friday, November 25, 2011 10:50:12 AM
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The high cost of computers and Internet subscription fees have been identified as the main reasons for the low levels of usage.
A survey released on Tuesday by Kenya ICT Board showed that the benefits accrued from the Government’s huge investment in undersea cable as well as a zero-rating of duty on ICT equipment two years ago have yet to trickle down.
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Amores
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Friday, November 25, 2011 11:54:56 PM
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Yes internet is still very expensive
I am happy
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Saturday, November 26, 2011 6:36:55 AM
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Not only does it hinder the uptake, it hinders the developers as well. It's very frustrating to develop a website, only to hold back on features because Kenyans have slow or expensive internet.
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Saturday, November 26, 2011 10:37:54 AM
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Making Internet cheap was geared to encourage BPO not just encourage local usage.
With the costs this high, Kenya as a BPO destination is still a pipe dream
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