I've followed the Timbuktu Library story for some time, I think this is absolutely the kind of project which needs our attention. Thanks for raising it again Sala -----Original Message----- From: at-large-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org [mailto:at-large-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org] On Behalf Of Philip Fomba JOHNSON Sent: Tuesday, February 4, 2014 6:44 AM To: At-Large Worldwide; ISOC Mali Cc: Yaovi Atohoun Subject: Re: [At-Large] Redelegation of the domain representing Mali to the Agence des Technologies de l'Information et de la Communications Dear Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro The is a very interested observation and important information. There is a need to contact the ALS, ISOC Mali to provide some comments to your concerns. Philip F Johnson On Mon, Feb 3, 2014 at 11:18 PM, Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro < salanieta.tamanikaiwaimaro@gmail.com> wrote:
Dear All,
Grateful if someone could point me to information on Mali request for redelegation and what was the outcome if any. I remember vaguely recalling some difficulties. I hope the ALS in Mali is also well. I vaguely recall that the request for redelegation was in the midst of political turmoil in country. If anyone has the link to an update from the Board, grateful if you could share it please.
I was also troubled when I read that the Ansar al-Dine tried to desecrate sacred shrines with pick-axes, and to burn the irreplaceable manuscripts stored in the libraries of Timbuktu. We also know that you, the people of Mali, did all you could to stop them and that, as a result, much of this precious patrimony has been preserved. We have heard stories during our stay here about 300,000 manuscripts that were smuggled out of Timbuktu by brave Malians during the height of the terror. I am wondering whether having digital collection of those manuscripts and storing them in a server offshore could be a way to preserve your collections. It might be a good idea for a project for the ALS when things stabilize.
I am amazed to read how many Malians have opened their homes to their fellow citizens who fled violence in the north. Unlike many places that have witnessed conflict, most of the displaced in Mali are not in camps, but are instead in the care of the larger community.
The fact that the UN Security Council has convened in Mali shows the level of importance and strategic priority that the world is showing Mali.
Trusting that Hawa and the ALS in Mali are safe and in excellent health.
On Sat, Sep 29, 2012 at 12:33 PM, Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro < salanieta.tamanikaiwaimaro@gmail.com> wrote:
Dear All,
Thanks to Dev who pointed out this morning that the Board will be considering the Redelegation of the domain representing Mali to the Agence des Technologies de l'Information et de la Communications, see: http://www.icann.org/en/groups/board/documents/agenda-03oct12-en.htm
I wonder whether ISOC Mali or At Large in general holds a view on the above.
Kind Regards,
-- Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro aka Sala P.O. Box 17862 Suva Fiji
Twitter: @SalanietaT Skype:Salanieta.Tamanikaiwaimaro Fiji Cell: +679 998 2851
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