By Mark Mulobi Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, digital transformation has become a catalyst for economic growth, innovation and improved quality of life globally. Africa is no exception to this prevailing trend. Recently, I had the privilege of attending the
By Sani Suleiman Sani In September, I embarked on an extraordinary adventure alongside other delegates at the 2023 African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG), or as we jokingly called it, “Anriette’s boot camp”. This thrilling experience unfolded in the vibrant
By Linda Ngari As a self-proclaimed data journalist, I went into the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSiG) with my resume boasting numerous intensive data journalism fellowships and workshops. However, my experience at AfriSiG called it a bluff. It exposed
By Judith Murungi During the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG) held in Abuja, Nigeria from 13 to 18 September 2023, the essence of the multistakeholder approach in internet governance was emphasised. The internet is very dynamic and therefore it
By Risper Arose It was a great privilege to attend the 11th edition of the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG) 2023 convened by the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), the African Union Commission (AUC) and Research ICT Africa, in
By Abdiaziz Ahmed Understanding the intricate web of policies and principles that govern the digital age has become vital, especially where the internet is the lifeblood of our interconnected world. My journey into the fascinating realm of internet governance began
By Bridgitta Flao It’s 13:55 on a bright Friday afternoon at Kamuzu International Airport in what you know to be the warm heart of Africa, Malawi. I am trying to get hold of my little brother Juventus, who is picking
By Gilbert Beyamba On 13 September, somewhere within the energetic corridors of Envoy Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria, a gathering of minds from across Africa were sharing and learning about Africa’s digital landscape at the 11th African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG).
By Bridgette Hanani Ndlovu On the evening of 15 September 2023, the meeting room at the Envoy Hotel on Diplomatic Drive in Abuja, Nigeria was filled with anticipation as the chairperson simulated United Nations negotiations, giving civil society, media, legislators
By Silvia Tsitsi Mukwindidza I left my three-year-old son, who had just gotten his tonsils and adenoids removed, to attend the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG 2023). It was a difficult decision, but I was determined to learn more