Join KICTANet Sessions at #DRIF25: Promoting Digital Ubuntu

Many thanks for the information as these are key discussions. How do we
join in virtually?

Kind regards,
Beru

On Mon, Apr 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM David Indeje via KICTANet <
[email protected]> wrote:

> Dear Listers,
>
> KICTANet will host two sessions at the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum
> (DRIF25) from April 29th to May 1st, 2025 in Zambia. This year’s theme, *”Promoting
> Digital Ubuntu in Approaches to Technology,”* resonates with our
> commitment to fostering collaboration, inclusion, and shared humanity in
> Africa’s digital transformation.
>
>
> We invite you to join us for the following sessions:
>
>
> *A. From Policy to Practice: Multistakeholder Dialogue on Implementing the
> AU Data Policy Framework*
>
> *Date: *Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 *Time:* 12:10 PM – 1:10 PM EAT
> *Location:* Room 4
>
>
> The African Union Data Policy Framework (AUDPF) offers a continental
> blueprint for ethical and inclusive data governance. Recognizing that
> awareness and national adoption are progressing slowly, KICTANet is
> working to advance its domestication. This session aims to broaden
> awareness, encourage engagement, and promote the uptake of the AUDPF
> across African nations. This session will convene a diverse group of
> stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society representatives,
> business leaders, the tech community, academia, and youth advocates.
>
>
> *B. East and West – Advancing Inclusive ICT Policies in Africa*
>
> *Date:* Thursday, May 1st, 2025 *Time:* 12:10 PM – 1:10 PM EAT *Location:*
> Room 5
>
>
> As Africa stands at a key moment in its digital transformation, persons
> with disabilities (PwDs) continue to encounter significant barriers to full
> digital inclusion. While East and West Africa have made progress in ICT
> accessibility, gaps persist in policy implementation, digital
> infrastructure, and public awareness. This discussion will examine the
> current state of digital accessibility in East and West Africa,
> highlighting existing policies and frameworks such as the African
> Disability Protocol and national ICT accessibility standards.
>
>
> For other sessions, explore drif.paradigmhq.org/agenda/
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>
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>
> —
> *Kind Regards,*
>
> *David Indeje*
>
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