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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T210000
DTSTAMP:20240716T134113Z
CREATED:20240716T132402Z
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SUMMARY:Social Event
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URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/social-event/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20241022T084935Z
CREATED:20240716T131431Z
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SUMMARY:Session 3C:  Harnessing AI/VR/other tech to form new artistic expressions around social issues (REALITY UNLOCKED?)
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 15:30 – 17:00pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Fak’ugesi \nFacilitator: Eduardo Cachucho \nSpeakers\n\nDale Deacon\, Worldbuild.io\nVulane Mthembu\, Goethe Institute\n\nSession Blurb\nThe session “Harnessing AI/VR/Other Tech to Form New Artistic Expressions Around Social Issues (REALITY UNLOCKED?)” at CTIF24 will explore how advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, Virtual Reality (VR)\, and other innovative tech can be used to create new forms of artistic expression that address social issues. This session aims to uncover how these technologies can unlock new realities and perspectives\, providing powerful tools for artists and activists to engage audiences and promote social change. \nSession Objectives\n\nExplore the Role of Technology in Artistic Expression:\nExamine Artistic Applications in Social Activism\nIdentify Opportunities and Challenges\nFoster Innovative Collaborations and Solutions\n\n\n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-3c-harnessing-ai-vr-other-tech-to-form-new-artistic-expressions-around-social-issues/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20241018T115720Z
CREATED:20240716T131249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T115720Z
UID:27212-1730215800-1730221200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 3B: Digital Storytelling to shape new narratives
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 15:30 – 17:00pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue:Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: University of Cape Town \nFacilitator: Dylan Valley \nSpeakers\n\nBongani Tau\, Avatar Agency Group\nEsther Mwema\, Mozilla Open Internet Leader\, Wrangler\, Ambassador & Creative Media Awardee. Founder at Digital Grassroots\n\nSession Overview\nThe session “Digital Storytelling to Shape New Narratives” at CTIF24 will explore how digital storytelling can be a powerful tool for shaping new narratives and advancing social activism. This session will focus on the role of creativity in technology-driven storytelling and how these narratives can influence public perception\, drive social change\, and engage communities. Participants will delve into the techniques\, challenges\, and opportunities of using digital storytelling to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences and support activist causes.Responding to the question: #underthehood of Culture & Creative Industries: Where does creativity [in tech] meet our social activism?  \nSession Objectives\n\nUnderstand Digital Storytelling\nExplore the Role of Creativity in Tech-Driven Storytelling\nIdentify Opportunities and Challenges\nFoster Innovative Approaches and Collaboration
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-3b-digital-storytelling-to-shape-new-narratives/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20241022T085041Z
CREATED:20240716T131140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T085041Z
UID:27210-1730215800-1730221200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 3A: Worldbuilding in Design Futures: A Novel Pedagogical Approach
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 15:30 – 17:00pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue:Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: University of Johannesburg (UJ)\, Department of Multimedia \nFacilitators: Hadassah Myers; Anneke Botes; and Yolan Govindarajulu \nSession Overview\nIn this session\, we will discuss an experiential learning approach to worldbuilding in design futures. This approach emerged from a design project undertaken by third-year digital media design students at the University of Johannesburg. \nWe will share techniques and tools found to be effective in encouraging students to imagine future scenarios. These are not predictions\, but rather speculative models that help designers consider a range of possibilities and imagine different futures. The project explored the future of current South African issues through various worldbuilding models in which the themes of community\, technology and self were highlighted. We will discuss the final project outcomes and examine which tools best foster creativity in envisioning futures. Our observations will address the question: #UnderTheHood of Culture & Creative Industries: Where does creativity in tech intersect with social activism? \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-3a-creative-economies/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20241023T124429Z
CREATED:20240912T142204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T124429Z
UID:27836-1730210400-1730215800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 2A: Children/ECD & Youth
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 14:00 – 15:30pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Accelerator Ground Floor (North)\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) \nFacilitator: Nomsa Muthaphuli \nSpeakers\n\n\nGilbert Anyetei\, Innovation Edge\n\n\nEdith Augustine\, Teacher Bank Project\, AUCTF\n\n\nMalcom Mooi\, National Early Childhood Development Alliance (NECDA) \n\n\nRex Molefe\, National Early Childhood Development Alliance (NECDA)\n\n\nSession Overview\nThe “Children & Youth / Early Childhood Development (ECD)” session at CTIF24 is dedicated to exploring the critical aspects of child and youth development\, with a particular focus on Early Childhood Development (ECD). This session will delve into the foundational elements that support healthy development and education for children and youth\, examining both the successes and challenges in creating effective systems and practices. Responding to the question: #underthehood of Development: Where are the civic tech community development opportunities\, Disablers and Enablers?  
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-2a-children-ecd-youth/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20241023T105248Z
CREATED:20240912T141923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T105248Z
UID:27842-1730210400-1730215800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 2D: Exploring the nexus of the AU Innovation Lab and Opportunities for Civic Tech Development
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 14:00 – 15:30pm \nFormat: Panel Discusson \nVenue: iClub\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: African Union Commission (AUC) \nFacilitator: Mohamed Kimbugwe\, African Union Commission (AUC) \nSpeakers\n\n\nAsmeret Mikael\, GIZ\nTebalo Thatho\, AU fellow\nIvan Pinno\, Digital Woman Uganda\, AUCTF Grantee\nVariaidzo Faith Magodo-Matimba\, Pollicy\n\nSession Overview\nThe African Union’s Innovation Lab\, an initiative of the One Million Next level and housed within the African Union Commission’s Women\, Gender\, and Youth Directorate (WGYD)\, aims to be at the forefront of driving technological and innovative approaches across the continent. The Lab seeks to serve as a catalyst for developing and scaling solutions that address the unique challenges faced within the African Union and its Member States. Central to this mission is the exploration and promotion of civic technology\, which empowers citizens\, enhances governance\, and fosters community development. \nKey Objectives: \n\nShowcase the Role of the AU Innovation Lab: Highlight the Lab’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for civic tech innovations that can drive sustainable community development\, including highlighting the Civic Tech Fund.\nIdentify Development Opportunities: Explore the ways in which civic tech can be leveraged to address the developmental challenges in AU Member States.\nAnalyse Disablers and Enablers: Understand the barriers and successes to civic tech adoption and identify the factors that can enable these technologies to thrive.\n\n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-2d-african-union-au-innovation-lab/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20241024T125852Z
CREATED:20240716T130545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T125852Z
UID:27206-1730210400-1730215800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 2C: Inclusive Urban Development: Can civic tech empower better futures for Informal Settlements
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 14:00 – 15:30pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Members Lounge (Hauwei)\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Open Cities Lab (OCL) \nFacilitator: Richard Gevers \nSpeakers\n\n\nUta Staschewski\, Hanns Seidel Foundation Tunisia\n\n\nMbali Zulu\, The Box Shop & Advisor\, Soweto Rotary Community Corps\n\n\nChelsea Ndlovu-Nachamba\, Planact\n\n\nSession Overview\nThe session “Development Planning and Informal Settlements” at CTIF24 will focus on the critical intersection of development planning and informal settlements. This session will explore how civic technology can be leveraged to address the unique challenges faced by informal settlements and contribute to more effective and inclusive urban development planning. It will examine both the opportunities and barriers associated with integrating civic tech solutions into the planning and management of informal settlements. Responding to the question: #underthehood of Development: Where are the civic tech community development opportunities\, Disablers and Enablers?   \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-2c-digital-access-and-participation/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20241021T130656Z
CREATED:20240716T130317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T130656Z
UID:27204-1730210400-1730215800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 2B: Public Infrastructure and Services
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 14:00 – 15:30pm \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Glassbox\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Economic Development Partnership (EDP) \nFacilitator: Nishendra Moodley \nSpeakers\n\n\nBea Swanepoel\, Jozi My Jozi\n\n\nSifiso Gumbi\, Urban Surfer\n\n\nCareen Joel\, Wote Margin Tanzania\, AUCTF\n\n\nSession Overview\nThe session titled “Public Infrastructure & Services for #UnderTheHood of Development” will explore the intersection of public infrastructure and services with civic tech\, examining how these elements influence community development. It will focus on identifying both the opportunities for civic tech innovation and the disablers and enablers affecting the effectiveness and reach of public infrastructure and services. Responding to the question: #underthehood of Development: Where are the civic tech community development opportunities\, Disablers and Enablers?   \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-2b-lack-of-progress-with-open-data-open-government/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T140000
DTSTAMP:20240912T141055Z
CREATED:20240716T140045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T141055Z
UID:27235-1730206800-1730210400@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Lunch
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URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/lunch-2/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20241017T162904Z
CREATED:20240912T144713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T162904Z
UID:27861-1730201400-1730206800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:#UnderTheHood of Self - Self Reflection Activities
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 11:30 – 13:00 \nFormat: Self Activities/Exhibition Space \nVenue: Tall Room. Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Ubuntu Lab Institute \nFacilitators: Mutsa Samuel & Thabani Mlilo\n \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/underthehoodofself-self-reflection-activities/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20241021T130707Z
CREATED:20240912T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T130707Z
UID:27853-1730201400-1730206800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 1C: Digital Access and Participation
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 11:30 – 13:00 \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Members Lounge (Huawei)\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: amandla.mobi \nFacilitator: Palesa Ramolefo \nSpeakers\n\nLoise Mboo\, Open Institute\nEugenio Makuyana\, Equip Mozambique\, AUCTF Grantee\nYosr Jouini\, Technoloxia\n\nSession Overview\nThe “Digital Access and Participation” session at CTIF24 aims to focus in on the critical issues surrounding digital inclusion and its impact on civic engagement in responding to the question: #underthehood of Democracy & Governance: Are we making any progress?. \nAs technology continues to evolve and shape our world\, ensuring equitable digital access and fostering active participation have been deemed crucial for empowering communities and enhancing democratic processes. But what is it that we\, through civic tech (or other means)\, have achieved so far in Africa towards concretely improving access or enhancing participation? Are there specific good or bad stories to tell and learn from? If we are not as far as we would like\, then why? And is any re-framing or re-strategizing needed around this issue?  This session will consider the factors influencing progress in digital access and explore how participation coudl be increased to drive positive change. \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-1c-digital-access-and-participation/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20241021T130550Z
CREATED:20240912T143518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T130550Z
UID:27852-1730201400-1730206800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 1B: Two decades of open data and open government: Wins\, Wishlists and Wicked Problems
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: Tuesday\, 29 October 2024 \nTime: 11:30 – 13:00 \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Glassbox\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Public Service Accountability Monitor (PSAM) \nFacilitator: Zukiswa Kota \nSpeakers\n\nGabriella Razzano\, OpenUp\nTiyani Nghonyama Geekulcha\nVaraidzo Faith Magodo-Matimba\, Pollicy\nAhmed Zoghlami\, Idaraty\, AUCTF Grantee\n\nSession Overview\nThe session titled “Public Infrastructure & Services for #UnderTheHood of Development” will explore the intersection of public infrastructure and services with civic tech\, examining how these elements influence community development. It will focus on identifying both the opportunities for civic tech innovation and the disablers and enablers affecting the effectiveness and reach of public infrastructure and services. Responding to the question: #underthehood of Development: Where are the civic tech community development opportunities\, Disablers and Enablers?   \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-1b-two-decades-of-open-data-and-open-government-wins-wishlists-and-wicked-problems/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20241017T153612Z
CREATED:20240912T143308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T153612Z
UID:27851-1730201400-1730206800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Session 1A: Election Reflection: Are we achieving anything? Democracy and Elections: Lessons from the election mega/super year
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 11:30 – 13:00 \nFormat: Workshop \nVenue: Accelerator Ground Floor (North)\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: amandla.mobi \nFacilitator: Koketso Moeti \nSpeakers\n\nProf. Admire Mare\, University of Johannesburg (UJ)\n\nWanjiru Nguhi\, Fumbua Network\n\n\nHabib Sheidu\, AdvoKC\, AUCTF\n\n\nSession Overview\nIn the session “Election Reflection? Are We Making Any Progress?” We will dive deep into the often intricate and opaque world of electoral processes\, examining what lies beneath the surface of democratic governance and electoral reforms in the context of the African civic tech ecosystem. This session is designed to provide an introspective look at the evolution of democratic practices\, the role of technology in shaping elections\, including electoral campaigns and struggles for democratisation and civic agency. Responding to the question: #underthehood of Democracy & Governance: Are we making any progress?  \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/session-1a-election-reflection-are-we-achieving-anything-democracy-and-elections-lessons-from-the-election-mega-super-year/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T113000
DTSTAMP:20240716T125839Z
CREATED:20240716T125813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T125839Z
UID:27199-1730199600-1730201400@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Morning Break
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/morning-break-2/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T110000
DTSTAMP:20241024T160121Z
CREATED:20240716T125606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T160121Z
UID:27197-1730192400-1730199600@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:CTIF24 Opening Plenary: Understanding the intersection between tech\, community and the self
DESCRIPTION:Session Details\nDate: 29 October 2024 \nTime: 09:00 – 11:00am \nFormat: Plenary \nVenue: iClub\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nHost: Mqondisi Mavundla\, Programme Coordinator\, Civic Tech Innovation Network (CTIN) \nSpeakers\nOpening Address: Mark Harris\, CEO\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct \nKeynote Address: Prof. Lynne Morris\, Deputy Vice Chancellor\, Wits University \nPanel Speaker: Angela Minayo\, Article 19 Eastern Africa \nPanel Speaker: Hamid Khayar Oumar Defallah\, Chad Innovation Hub \nPanel Speaker: Yvonne Eweka\, Cc-Hub \nInteractive Activity: Ubuntu Lab Institute (Mutsa Samuel and Thabani Mlilo) \nSession Overview\nThe Opening Plenary for the Civic Tech Innovation Forum will set the stage for CTIF24 with a dynamic exploration of the year’s theme: #UnderTheHood. This session will delve into the layers beneath the surface of technology\, community\, and personal engagement within the civic tech ecosystem. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and inspire participants to consider the deeper implications and opportunities present in the field of civic technology. \nSession Objectives\n1. Illuminate the Theme: \n\nIntroduce the #UnderTheHood theme and its multi-layered focus on technology\, community\, and self. Explain how this theme will guide the discussions and activities throughout the conference.\nSet the context for the conference by outlining the major questions and areas of exploration\, including the technology “black box\,” community resources and creativity\, and personal capabilities within the civic tech ecosystem.\n\n2. Showcase Innovations and Insights \n\nPresent key innovations\, tools\, and techniques that are driving change in the civic tech sector. Highlight examples from Africa and around the world that illustrate how technology is being harnessed for positive impact.\nShare insights on how these innovations are reshaping civic engagement and empowering communities\n\n3. Inspire Reflection and Engagement: \n\nEncourage participants to reflect on their own roles within the civic tech ecosystem. What hidden talents\, skills\, and passions can they bring to the table? How can they leverage their unique capabilities to contribute to positive change?\nFacilitate an interactive discussion on the collective capacity of the ecosystem. What are the strengths and resources within our communities\, and how can they be better utilized?\n\n4. Set the Stage for Collaboration: \n\nFoster a sense of collective purpose and collaboration among attendees. Highlight opportunities for networking\, knowledge sharing\, and collaboration that will be available throughout the conference.\nProvide an overview of the conference agenda\, including key sessions\, workshops\, and discussions that will further explore the #UnderTheHood theme.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/opening-plenary/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241029T090000
DTSTAMP:20240716T135825Z
CREATED:20240716T135621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T135825Z
UID:27232-1730188800-1730192400@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Registration & Media Briefing/Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/registration-media-briefing-breakfast/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:CTIF,Day1,uth-Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T210000
DTSTAMP:20230928T174042Z
CREATED:20230912T104346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T174042Z
UID:15011-1697565600-1697576400@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Social Event (Constellation Social)
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: CTIF & Jamfest 2023: Constellation Social \nVenue: iClub and Founders Square\, Tshimologong \nDate: Tuesday 17th October 2023 \nTime: 18:00-21:00 \nJoin us for an evening of networking and entertainment. We have a special musical guest\, Psycho Sax will will entertain us while we enjoy dinner and thought-provoking conversations. Also\, look forward to a special occasion “Fak’uoke” – Karaoke with an African twist and energy! \nGet ready and be inspired by this exciting social gathering! Relax\, unwind and go with the #flow!
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/social-partners-event-with-constellation-social/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T180000
DTSTAMP:20231011T115341Z
CREATED:20230912T104229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T115341Z
UID:15009-1697562000-1697565600@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:LIVE SHOWCASE
DESCRIPTION:Session: LIVE SHOWCASE \nTime: 17:00-16:00 \nVenue: The Deck\, Tshimologong \nDescription:  The Live Showcase will provide an opportunity for conference attendees to engage with and learn from a range of activation events and exhibitions around the venue. The list of events/exhibitions/activations includes. \n\nAU Showcase\nAU Sponsored Media Cocktail Hour (on the Deck)\nAI-in-Architecture Installation (Dr. Sechaba Maape\, Wits School of Architecture & Planning)\nHSRC Report Launch\nSelected civic tech/media initiatives from the CTIF/Jamfest 2023: #AfricaFlows Online Exhibition\nSponsor Booths\n\nThe event takes place in the hour leading up to our Constellation Social Event\, beginning from 17:00 on Tuesday 17 October 2023. \nCatch you there!
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/live-showcase-au-sponsored-media-cocktail-hour/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T170000
DTSTAMP:20230922T231625Z
CREATED:20230922T231625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T231625Z
UID:15330-1697560200-1697562000@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Reflection Session
DESCRIPTION:Venue: iClub \nSession Format:  \nSession Host: \nFacilitator: \nSpeakers: \nSession Overview: 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/reflection-session/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T153000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231011T093727Z
CREATED:20230928T132525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T093727Z
UID:15219-1697556600-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:JAMFEST Panel: Media Sustainability: Redefining Business Models
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Glassbox \nSession Format: Panel Discussion \nHost: Jamlab Africa \nModerator: Phillip Mogodi \nSpeakers: \n\nAdam Oxford\, Area of Effect/OpenUp\, Consultant \nKate Skinner\, Association of Independence\, Executive Director \nMakhuda Sefara\, TimesLIVE\, Editor \n\nSession Objectives: \n\nWhat does it mean to create journalism that is sustainable for society?\nLook at functional start-ups.\nContent and Funding of media.\nLessons and Opportunities
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/media-sustainability-redefining-business-models/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T153000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231017T064240Z
CREATED:20230912T104032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T064240Z
UID:15007-1697556600-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:JAMFEST Parallel Workshop in Collaboration with DW Akademie: TikTok Journalism
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Huawei Room \nFormat: Workshop \nModerators:  \n\nStefanie Duckstein\, DW Akademie\, Project Manager Southern Africa\, Media Trainer\nLungile Ngwenya\, Centre for Innovation and Technology\, Social Media Editor \n\nSession Overview: \nThis session will be in the form of a workshop\, equipping journalists with an informative training manual on how they can incorporate the fastest-growing social media platform\, TikTok into their storytelling. DW has compiled a training manual which is meant to train small newsrooms across the continent with critical skills like branding themselves on the platform and familiarising themselves with the ever-changing algorithm.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/parallel-curated-workshops/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231006T070449Z
CREATED:20230928T174301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T070449Z
UID:15595-1697554800-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Parallel Workshop 5:  Rural Kiosks: Addressing limited internet connectivity
DESCRIPTION:Venue:  Accelerator Ground Floor Boardroom \nSession Format: Workshop \nSession Host: Magamba Network  \nSpeakers: \n1\, Harvey Binamu \nSession Overview: TBC
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/parallel-workshop-5-rural-kiosks-addressing-limited-internet-connectivity-magamba-network/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231016T190828Z
CREATED:20230922T231104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T190828Z
UID:15327-1697554800-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Parallel Workshop 4: e-Participation and policy dialogue (HSRC)
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Accelerator North Ground Floor \nSession Format: Workshop \nSession Host: HSRC \nFacilitator: TBC \nSession Overview:  \nThis discussion will explore opportunities around policy\, public participation and the use of technology to support more meaningful engagement. There will be inputs from South African public servants\, researchers and open government advocates on what they think could be done.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/parallel-workshop-e-participation-landscape-rights-roles-and-capabilities-hsrc/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231016T191423Z
CREATED:20230922T230856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T191423Z
UID:15323-1697554800-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Parallel Workshop 2: CYBERSECURITY: Preparing for Digital Threats & Ethical Hacking
DESCRIPTION:Venue: iClub \nSession Format: Workshop \nSession Host: AfrikaHackOn \nSpeakers: \n\nDr. Bright Gameli Mawudor\n\nSession Overview: \nThe world of Cyber Security is growing with emerging technologies. Everyone is moving into the digital space and cyber criminals as well. Systems are interconnected to make our digital lives easier but also susceptible to being compromised. This session is going to walk you through the latest cyber security threats within our ecosystems. There will also be a live hacking session to walk you through the mindset of a hacker.  \nSession Objectives: \nIf you have never been hacked before or experienced it\, then this will be the first time for you to see how it works. The session will demonstrate the most common hacking techniques and solutions to keep our digital life and infrastructure safe \nSession Audience: \nAnyone who uses the internet \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/parallel-workshop-cybersecurity-preparing-for-digital-threats-ethical-hacking/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231017T064510Z
CREATED:20230922T225639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T064510Z
UID:15317-1697554800-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Parallel Workshop 1: METHODOLOGIES: AI & Co Design
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Courtyard Boardroom \nSession Format: Workshop \nSpeakers: \n\nAngella Ndaka \n\nSession Overview: \nIn this session\, we shall walk through the journey of collaborative designing(co-design) of AI and other emerging technologies in the African context. The session will draw from my PhD research and other studies to unveil ontological politics that exist within and between spaces that shape AI sociotechnical systems\, the barriers they create to the inclusive design of AI technologies and how these barriers can be navigated through intentional\, reflexive and practical steps of collaborating with different entities. This entails going beyond disciplinary boundaries to create solutions that produce better possibilities for humanity and nature. \nSession Objectives: \n\nThe session will engage the participants to co-imagine co-design of AI\nShare research findings and examples of how situated the knowledge that shapes AI are.\nSuggest practical ways of enhancing collaborative designing that produce greater solutions fro everyone.\n\nSession Audience: \nTechnology design teams\, tech companies and start-ups\, researchers\, greater publics.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/workshop-methodologies-lai-co-design/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T163000
DTSTAMP:20231011T120658Z
CREATED:20230922T225406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T120658Z
UID:15237-1697554800-1697560200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Parallel Workshop 3: : When there is no data\, create the data: Help Desk
DESCRIPTION:Venue: HENRI Boardroom \nSession Format: Workshop \nSession Host: Open Cities Lab (OCL) \nSpeakers: \n\nThandi Bhengu\nAyanda Mhlanga\nSarah Findlay\nMatthew Adendorff\n\nSession Overview:  \nLeveraging the knowledge and skills gained at Monday’s masterclass\, our team will be available to answer your questions and offer some hands-on support. So if you have a data collection project (even if it’s simply an idea at this stage)\, bring it along and we will help you to explore your data pipeline\, develop your survey\, unpack the ethical considerations\, analyse your data or provide space for you to practice with the tools we shared. Whatever you need to gain confidence and get your project off the ground\, we are here to help! \nSession Objectives: \nProvide mentoring and support for those new to the data collection space.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/workshop-in-collaboration-with-dw-tiktok-journalism/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T153000
DTSTAMP:20231017T064506Z
CREATED:20230930T134158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T064506Z
UID:15685-1697551200-1697556600@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:JAMFEST Workshop in collaboration with Develop AI: AI Journalism in Africa (ethics\, tools\, etc.)
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Glassbox \nSession Format: Panel Discussion \nHost: Jamlab Africa \nModerator: Paul McNally\, Develop AI\, Founder  \nSpeakers: TBC \nSession Overview: \nThe panel will discuss the impact AI has on journalism\, tools journalists are already using in the newsroom and ethics associated with AI usage. Panellists will also explore opportunities and challenges that exist within AI usage.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/jamfest-panel-artificial-intelligence-ai-best-practices-in-journalism/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T150000
DTSTAMP:20231013T142548Z
CREATED:20230912T103851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T142548Z
UID:15005-1697551200-1697554800@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Plenary Roundtable: Digital Rights and Threats: Imagining New Futures
DESCRIPTION:Venue: iClub\, Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct\nFormat: Panel Discussion\nHost: Paradigm Initiative \nModerator: Bridgette Ndlovu\, Paradigm Initiative\nPanelists: \n\nDr Barbara Glover\, AUDA-NEPAD\nPhillip Ayazika\, Pollicy\nKristen Abrahams\, Legal Resources Centre (LRC)\, South Africa\nKristophina Shilongo\, Senior Tech Policy Fellow\, Mozilla Foundation\n\n  \nSession Overview \nThis session will bring civic tech and media innovators together to discuss current and emerging digital rights trends and threats in the African tech ecosystem. Issues such as the closing down of civic space will be addressed\, as well as new ideas and approaches to mitigate the effects of these attempts\, often by state actors or external parties\, and plan to overcome the knock-on effects for community organisations that are working to improve civic engagement\, participation and freedom of the press. Other topics that will be covered are ethical data generation\, protection and privacy of personal information\, as well as an evaluation of the role of tech in African elections. \nThe session is envisaged to include an opening Plenary which sets the stage and shares some common information about the sub-theme\, as it relates to the #AfricaFlows conference theme. Following this session\, there are parallel curated workshops\, individually designed to encourage participation\, discussion and debate on a topic regarding the issue of digital rights and its various impacts and consequences for Africa. A wrap-up plenary at the end is an opportunity to synthesize key observations and discussion points emerging.
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/plenary-roundtable-digital-rights-and-threats-imagining-new-futures/
LOCATION:Gauteng
CATEGORIES:Day1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T140000
DTSTAMP:20231005T183249Z
CREATED:20230912T102156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T183249Z
UID:14987-1697547600-1697551200@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:Networking Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/networking-lunch-day-1-2/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T114600
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20231017T130000
DTSTAMP:20231011T091753Z
CREATED:20230922T154042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T091753Z
UID:15232-1697543160-1697547600@civictech.africa
SUMMARY:JAMFEST Panel: AI-Driven Journalism: Enhancing Accountability and Amplifying Minority Voices in Africa (AU Media Fellowship)
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Glassbox \nHost: AU Media Fellowship \nSession Format: Panel \nModerator: TBC \nSpeakers: TBC \nSession Overview: TBC \n 
URL:https://civictech.africa/event-cal/fostering-revenue-sharing-by-tech-giants-cultivating-sustainability-and-viability-for-african-media-and-content-creators-au-media-fellowship/
LOCATION:Tshimologong Precinct\, 41 Juta Street\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Day1
ORGANIZER;CN="CivicTech Africa":MAILTO:info@civictech.africa
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR