The IEEEJohn von Neumann Medal was established by the IEEE Board of Directors in 1990 and may be presented annually "for outstanding achievements in computer-related science and technology." The achievements
may be theoretical, technological, or entrepreneurial, and need not have been
made immediately prior to the date of the award.
... victories over the ruling KANU party, ending 40 years of single party rule and 24 years of rule by Daniel arap Moi.
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