EndCode actively pursues an African agenda in tech law and policy development to increase the benefits of technology and innovation on the continent.
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You are invited to an Expert Meeting on Friday 25 June 2021 (10h00-11h30 SAST) on safeguarding children's privacy online. The Registration link provided below also contains a Preliminary Report on EndCode's research in this area.
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South Africa: @ITWeb article indicates that government
hopes to base post-COVID economy on innovation and the digital economy.
#digitaleconomy #southafrica #digitisation
itweb.co.za/content/5yONPvEg…
Africa: @atu_uat and @mozilla are collaborating to boost access to the internet in rural African communities.
#internetaccess #digitalinclusion #africa
ATU and @mozilla have signed an MoU for a joint project aimed at promoting rural ICT connectivity in the African region. The project is pegged on the usage of spectrum policy, regulations and practices.
Read full article👇
atuuat.africa/2020/10/02/atu…
@CA_Kenya @UCC_Official
Kenya: The new @konzatech Technopolis should benefit from the Konza Bill, 2020 and recent Startup Bill, 2020 which aim to lower taxes & mitigate risks re investment in Kenya.
#kenya #innovation #digitaleconomy
techweez.com/2020/09/28/konz…
South Africa: @ICASA_org has released a statement on spectrum licensing.
#spectrumallocation #regulation #techpolicy #techlaw
We've published the statement by the chairperson of ICASA, Dr Keabetswe Modimoeng, announcing plans for the licensing of high demand spectrum and the wireless open-access network (WOAN). icasa.org.za/news/2020/plans…
South Africa: @RIAnetwork's latest newsletter is out now and is always an unmissable read for an update on tech policy in the Global South!
#techpolicy #globalsouth #southafrica #contacttracing
RIA's September newsletter is out! Dip into it for comprehensive coverage of #contacttracing in #SouthAfrica and more, including evolving digital policy issues in the Global South.
bit.ly/ria-sept-2020-news
@IDRC_CRDI
Africa: Read @MediaMattersZA's latest Report on disinformation trends since March.
#disinformation #misinformation #africa
Through the Real411 platform, Media Monitoring Africa has been tracking disinformation trends on digital platforms since the end of March.
Read the report here: ow.ly/bW9K50BESUA
Africa: Participate in this and learn more on @aira_africa's work! @cipesaug #FIFAfrica20
#africa #africaninternet #digitalrights
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How many days do you need to work to afford a smartphone in countries across the globe?
📊 Dive into our research: a4ai.org/research/from-luxur…
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We will be making announcements this afternoon (4PM) in respect of the licensing of high demand spectrum. The press conference will take place at the Ground Floor Auditorium, SABC Radio Park. icasa.org.za/news/2020/spect…
Africa: @cipesaug The Report on ICTs and people living with disabilities can be accessed on the link below.
#digitalrights #digitalinclusion #africa
cipesa.org/2020/09/report-la…
Africa: @cipesaug has also published a report on how telecom companies in Sub-Saharan Africa are failing in their obligation to provide information and services to people living with disabilities.
#digitalinclusion #FIFAfrica20 #africa
cipesa.org/2020/09/report-la…
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The @AccessNow Digital Security Helpline is teaming up with @DefendDefenders @DefProtection @greenhost @digisocAfrica @Cc_HUB @HRNJUganda @HerInternet
@digisec_init @cdr_tech & Digital Security Alliance to offer a help desk at #FIFAfrica20. Check it out! cipesa.org/fifafrica/digital…
Africa: @CIPESA A short piece on this is available at cipesa.org/2020/09/report-th….
#techlaw #techpolicy #africa #digitalrights
Today we launch our State of Internet Freedom in Africa report - the 2020 edition! It is themed "Resetting #DigitalRights amidst the #Covid19 fallout"!
#FIFAfrica20
#InternetFreedomAfrica
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As we get closer to the #IDUAI2020, we are more than excited to have @elubanzadio53 join us for the big day tomorrow.
He is the Head of Public Policy for Sub-Saharan Africa on Twitter's Public Policy EMEA Team in Dublin.
@Policy @TwitterGov
#AccessToInfoDay #RightToKnow
South Africa: The podcast is from March but it is worth listening to given the ongoing problem of mis/disinformation. @vukosi and @iafrikan discuss how AI may be used to combat mis/disinformation.
Dr. Vukosi Marivate on #TheTefoMohapiShow explaining how fake news on social media affects us and how we can use Artificial Intelligence to reduce it. iafrikan.com/2020/03/28/dr-v…
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The Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression & Access to Information in Africa, Commissioner Jamesina Essie Leonora King will be with us for the #IDUAI2020
Don't be left out: zoom.us/j/95757398637
@DGFUganda17
@IFEX @UNESCO
#AccessToInfoDay #RightToKnow
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Find out more about the themes that will be discussed at the 2020 Virtual 🖥️ #UNDataForum 🗓️19-21 October, 2020.
👉🔗 bit.ly/3mNeYc7
#BetterData #Partnerships #DataEcosystems
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Join us from wherever you are🌍🌐! Starting in 1 hour, the @internetsociety convenes its 2020 African Chapters Advocacy Meeting to mobilize, strengthen & engage with African Chapters & members around our current focus areas! See you soon!! 👋 @ISOC_Africa #InternetForEveryone
WEBCAST – Internet Society 2020 African Chapters Advocacy Meeting | Réunion de plaidoyer des chapitres africains de l’Internet Society 2020 @ISOC_Community @ISOC_Africa #InternetForEveryone #GrowInternet #StrongInternet #DontBreakTheInternet isoc.live/12728/
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Join us at #GSMAThrive Africa, where the #M4DUtilities team will explore #digital solutions for the urban poor and the future of #mobile operator and #PAYG #solar provider partnerships.
Register now ➡️ bit.ly/3bIhJGR
