In the heart of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 14 to 19 November 2024, the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG) became a melting pot of ideas, collaboration and strategy, bringing together change makers from across the continent. This was not merely a conference; it was an unparalleled learning and networking opportunity that brought together stakeholders from over 16 African countries. The participants were as diverse as the continent itself, with voices from civil society, the technical community, academia, government, media, the private sector, and even members of parliament −… Read more
AfriSIG 2024
When I think of the Africa School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG), I see more than simply an event: I see a turning point moment. It was more than just a programme, it was an opportunity for me to grow, connect, and refine my role in the realm of internet governance.
As a Pan-African Youth Ambassador for Internet Governance (PAYAIG) and an advocate for digital inclusiveness, AfriSIG provided the ideal forum for me to dive more deeper into the convergence of technology, policy and activism. It was more than simply a learning experience, it was a platform for me to elevate my voice… Read more
The world has truly become a global village, interconnected by digital technologies and the internet. As new technologies reshape our globe, Africa finds itself at the heart of an evolving digital transformation. This shift highlights the critical need for robust data governance as the continent embraces its digital economy aspirations.
In November 2024, I had the privilege of participating in the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG24) held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Organised by the Association for Progressive Communications (… Read more
This year, I had the privilege of participating in the African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG2024) as a fellow. AfriSIG is a unique platform that brings together stakeholders across Africa to explore and tackle some of the continent’s most pressing internet governance challenges.
AfriSIG 2024 brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, and the discussions were nothing short of amazing. We discussed:
- Data governance and the complex landscape of digital trade and data governance: Exploring the African Continental… Read more
Introduction
From 14 to 19 November 2024, I had the incredible privilege of attending the 12th African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG24) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This immersive experience brought together an inspiring group of professionals from across Africa and beyond, representing civil society, government, academia, business and the technical community. Together, we engaged in thought-provoking conversations about Africa’s digital future, diving into topics like internet governance, data protection, cybersecurity, and the… Read more
In the cool embrace of November, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, played host to the 12th African School on Internet Governance (AfriSIG24) from 14 to 19 November 2024. Against the city's unique high altitude and cultural richness, AfriSIG24 brought together passionate voices from across the continent, offering a transformative platform for dialogue, learning and collaboration on Africa’s digital future. Organised by the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), this prestigious… Read more
A simple guide to write about complex topics
Blogging, posting, sharing Afrisig
We hope this guide is useful to orientate you on how to generate content related to internet governance while you are participating at AfriSIG.
First of all, some tips on writing…
… a blog post
A blog post is where you get to be yourself – use more informal language, express opinions and challenge your readers. Blog posts pieces are usually quite short, but be warned! They are very lightly… Read more