Digital Policy Engagement Series
Digital Policy Engagement Series (DiPES) serves as a platform that convenes key stakeholders, including civil society organizations, parliamentarians, lawyers, and other policy actors, for in-depth dialogue and analysis of legislative documents shaping the digital landscape.
The series of events underscores our commitment to fostering collaboration, policy dialogue, and digital literacy. DiPES underscores our commitment to fostering collaboration, policy dialogue, and digital literacy
Core Digital Rights Academy Themes
Fostering informed participation in digital policy processes to promote digital rights and inclusion across Africa.
Introduction to Digital Rights
Internet Shutdowns
Data Protection and Privacy
Data Protection and Privacy
DiPES Objectives
- Raising awareness and building knowledge on critical digital policy issues.
- Developing policy recommendations to improve draft legislation in various African countries.
- Strengthening commitment among national actors to pass bills that align with human rights standards.
- Building sustainable partnerships to advance long-term digital rights advocacy.
News & Update
Dec 4
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2025
Press release: Africa’s biometric-ID systems blocking millions of citizens from fundamental rights and services
Nov 21
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2025
Press statement: Paradigm Initiative and partners drive Legislative eview of Nigeria’s Digital Rights and Freedoms Bill
