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🛠️ From Policy to Impact: A Call for Action "The AU and national governments need to establish measurable mechanisms for the implementation of digital transformation policies, strategies and programmes. These need to be monitored, evaluated and updated based on emerging needs

Catch Season 4, Episode 2 of the Digital Rights Africa Podcast featuring Sicelo Simelane, Head of the Eswatini Data Protection Authority (EDPA). Learn about Eswatini’s journey of building a data protection framework from the ground up, from launching the Authority to registering

🎙 The Digital Rights Africa Podcast #DRAP is back with Season IV, Episode 3! 📌 Topic: The Role of The Media in the Africa Digital Transformation Agenda 🗣 Guest: Mr. Kwaku Nhyira Addo - The Rainmaker (Broadcast Journalist & Brand Strategist) 👩🏽‍💼 Host: Ms. Teki Akuetteh

The latest episode of the Digital Rights Africa Podcast is now LIVE! Join host Teki Akuetteh in conversation with Kwaku Nhyira-Addo as they unpack The Role of the Media in Africa’s Digital Transformation Agenda. From digital literacy to media responsibility and policy impact.

Happy Africa Union Day! Today, we celebrate unity, progress and the shared dream of a stronger Africa. As we build a connected continent, let us remember: A safe Africa includes a safer digital space. Together, we can make Africa’s digital future secure, inclusive and

“The media’s key role across the globe is to be both a mirror and a prism — a mirror that reflects what’s happening in society, and a prism that breaks things down to educate, helping people understand what it all means and how it impacts their lives.” — Kwaku Nhyira-Addo , Broadcast

📘 The AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA - DIGITAL TRADE & E-COMMERCE PROTOCOL (DATA GOVERNANCE & DATA PROTECTION) GUIDE This guide report examines how Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa can effectively leverage the opportunities presented by the digital

📊 Did you know? Africa’s informal and unregulated sector drives 25%–65% of GDP and is the main source of employment outside agriculture. Yet, its integration into the digital economy faces major regulatory challenges. 📘 Learn more in the AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA -

🔍 “MSMEs face distinct challenges in navigating data governance...” Most data governance frameworks in Africa are designed primarily for large enterprises, leaving micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) behind. 📘 Explore the AfCFTA – Digital Trade & E-Commerce

🌍 “To access cross-border markets, MSMEs must navigate intricate data protection laws…” Without tailored support and harmonised rules, many African MSMEs risk being left behind. Governments have a critical role to play in bridging this compliance gap. 📘 The AfCFTA – Digital

📡 “The AfCFTA should provide clarity on intra-Africa data flows and the criteria for adequacy assessments…” A clear, harmonised framework for data protection is essential for unlocking Africa’s digital trade potential. 📘 Read more in the AfCFTA – Digital Trade & E-Commerce

"Establishing a data protection framework that acknowledges the unique conditions and capacities of MSMEs is not only beneficial, but also essential. It ensures individual data rights while fostering the growth and sustainability of MSMEs - a win-win for Africa’s digital

🌙 Eid Mubarak from the Africa Digital Rights Hub! As we celebrate this season of reflection, gratitude, and togetherness, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all our Muslim communities across Africa and beyond. As you share special moments online this Eid, remember to review

“The media’s role as the educator of the masses is therefore one that becomes even more essential at this point. The media has to help people understand what the digital agenda is, how it would impact their lives, and the development of our country and the continent as a whole.”

The Africa Digital Rights Hub has a growing library of insightful publications and reports on key digital rights issues from data governance and protection to child online protection. Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, or digital rights enthusiast, our reports are

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🎙️ The conversation continues! Season 4, Episode 3 of the Digital Rights Africa Podcast is still live! Join Mr. Kwaku Nhyira Addo and host Teki Akuetteh as they explore the critical role of media in shaping Africa's digital future. 🎧 Watch/Listen now: 📺 YouTube:

Today, together with NITA-Uganda under the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP-GovNet), we held a stakeholder validation workshop to review the draft 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐲

🚫 Access to X has been blocked in Tanzania since May 20. With elections near, this threatens free expression & civic space. We stand with ZainaFoundationtz APC & Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania in urging the government to restore access & respect digital rights. 📄 Read the joint