In the first ever WordCamp for East & Central Africa, WordCamp Kenya 2011 will be taking place this weekend (the 12th and 13th) at Crayfish Camp, Naivasha. The organizers described Naivasha as ”one of the most wonderful bird haven in the world,” which may also be the first time a WordCamp has been held at that type of venue.
If you want to attend, tickets can still be purchased at a highly affordable $40. There are fifteen speakers lined up with a range of different sessions. There’s no word yet on whether they will be recorded, though I hope so as I’d like to hear some of them. David Mugo, one of the organisers, has highlighted 7 reasons why he thinks you should attend WordCamp Kenya:
- All about WordPress
- It is Local First
- It will be fun!
- It is affordable!
- A great Learning Experience
- An Automattic Experience
- It’s Cool and Trendy
So, usually we will ask who’s attending the WordCamps we’re reporting on, but in this case we really want to know. If you’re attending the first ever WordCamp Kenya this weekend, you absolutely must comment below and tell us about it.
Yes, the sessions will be recorded and also streamed live. You can also follow the sessions on Twitter using the hashtag #WCKE or follow @WordCampKE
Congratulations on your first WordCamp. I can’t wait to see the results. By the way, David. I clicked onto your site, and I enjoyed some of your insight into Social Media. Keep up the good work.
Great stuff David, I’ll be sure to tune in!
Oops, late to post. But I did attend and present something at WordCamp Kenya