The #EADataGov26 is finally here! As governments digitise, innovators build, and citizens generate more data than ever, our conversations over the next two days will help shape the region’s digital trajectory. We’re eager to dive into this year’s theme, 'Navigating Duality in Data Governance,' and explore how East Africa can embrace opportunities while strengthening rights, protections, and public trust. Join us on youtube: https://t.co/nFjsxDSrlj
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@Open_Institute@ODPC_KE
“ Across the countries we are coming from, digital technologies have transformed how public administration is done. Data underpins nearly every Datasector in our economy. This is why data protection cannot be an afterthought but must be embedded within our framework. As regulators, we have to enable the responsible use of data for development. ” - @EdnaKasozi , Uganda Personal Data Protection Office
#EADataGov26 #DataProtectionKE
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The East Africa Data Governance Conference 2026 is here!
Conversations around data, innovation, accountability, and digital rights in East Africa are taking center stage under the theme:
“Navigating Duality in Data Governance: Innovation and Accountability in East Africa.”
If you’re unable to join us in person, you can still be part of the conversation. We invite you to follow the conference live on YouTube and engage with the discussions shaping the future of data governance in the region.
Watch the livestream here:
https://t.co/xTD86q6tbG
Join the conversation online, share your insights, and engage with others across the region through #EADataGov26 hashtag
@alkags@ODPC_KE@AmnestyKenya@StrathCIPIT@KCBInKenya@TISAKenya@SafaricomPLC@pdpoUG@ASSEKnews@UNESCO@penmuri@VictorNdede@nyogude@EdnaKasozi
A powerful lineup of voices is coming together at the East Africa Data Governance Conference 2026.
Under the theme “Navigating Duality in Data Governance: Innovation and Accountability in East Africa,” an inspiring group of speakers will unpack the complex realities of data in our region, exploring how we can drive innovation while ensuring responsibility, trust, and accountability.
From practitioners and researchers to digital rights advocates and technology leaders, these conversations will go beyond the conference rooms, sparking ideas, challenging perspectives, and shaping how East Africa approaches data governance in the years ahead.
Expect insights, bold questions, and meaningful dialogue that will inform and shape how data is governed and utilised in promoting technological advancement in East Africa.
See the full lineup and event programme:
https://t.co/5gvo1pufaG
@alkags , @ODPC_KE, @AmnestyKenya, @StrathCIPIT, @bajeti_hub, @KCBInKenya , @TISAKenya, @SafaricomPLC, @pdpoUG , @ASSEKnews , @UNESCO
#DataGovernance #DigitalTransformation #OpenData #DigitalRights #AfricaTech #EADGC2026 #DataGov2026
The Open Institute and @AmnestyKenya, are co-hosting the East Africa Data Governance Conference in collaboration with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (@ODPC_KE). Join us next week Tuesday for a regional conversation on data governance in East Africa. From regulation to civic tech, we’re bringing key voices together to explore how we can balance opportunity and responsibility in the digital age. Register for the virtual session and be part of the dialogue.
Virtual registration link: https://t.co/LJAaUYNtcN
📅 Save the date and be part of the conversation!
@alkags , @DavisAdieno , @VictorNdede@aphrc , @StrathCIPIT, @StrathU, @Amref_Kenya@Hewlett_Found, @bajeti_hub
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Bright and early just in time to catch up on morning devotion.
But before we go down on our knees to thank God for a new day, here's a public service announcement from our cousin, @rigathi.
A group of older men meet in Washington to gossip about me. No significant amount of intelligence evidence has been produced about white genocide. We will not agree to compromise our political principles on land expropriation without compensation for political expediency.
They say "data is the new oil" . Well this may not be entirely true. We strongly believe that ; " Data is like education, it is not so much about what you have but rather what you know. #DataGov25