For Civic Tech practitioners, sustainability is particularly challenging. This workshop was presented by Beatriz Irarrázaval from La Sobremesa who presented an overview of a fundraising plan, and shared recommendations
What to do (or not to do) at each Key Phase Organisations in the civic tech space often have to create tools that need a quick turnaround …
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This workshop provided rich insights into the mind of hackers and the very real dangers in our digital day-to-day lives. While Dr Gameli notes that no-one is immune from digital threats in the form of hacking, he reminded attendees that they can take proactive steps by being aware, alert and ultimately empowered by their agency.
“Governance is a two-way street. We all should sing the same song. But we should also respect each other’s role. There is no single word for governance. …
Speakers: Harvey Binamu (Magamba Network), Sarah Findlay (Africa Data Hub) Summary This session was all about data as two speakers discussed the lessons they have learned building …
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“Civic Tech in Africa has the potential to consolidate our democracies, promote quality governance, bridge digital divides, and change citizens’ behaviours. It has the ambitious prospect of supporting growth in all facets of African lives and economies”economies”. – Abbas Inuwa, TransparencIT
Check out our gallery from the #Unplugged22 in-person leg of the conference at the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, Johannesburg. The conference happened on the 24th – 27th …
Written by Amy Mutua In this session, Afua Bruce, co-author of The Tech that Comes Next, was joined by Al Kags from Open Institute, Melissa Mbugua from …
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Technology cannot solve these problems alone, but it can help the government in becoming more resilient, efficient, and cost minimising. Digital solutions can assist with scaling government services and citizen’s input on how to prioritise spending which can lead to effective collaboration.
Written by Yasmin Shapurjee yoMobi – enhancing Youth Learning, Engagement and Support CTIF22 is bringing the best of both virtual and in-person experiences to showcase and celebrate …
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