The Digital Playground In today’s interconnected world, the internet serves as a vast playground for children. It offers them opportunities to learn, communicate, create, and explore the world in unprecedented ways. However, this digital realm also harbors lurking dangers that can leave our youngest generation vulnerable. …

The Menace of Cyber Bullying In today’s digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology. From smartphones to computers, our digital devices are constant companions. While this digital revolution has brought many benefits, it has also given rise to a darker side — cyberbullying. Understanding Cyber Bullying Cyberbullying is a…

In today’s hyper-connected world, the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives. It has revolutionized the way we communicate, work, and access information. However, this digital transformation has also given rise to numerous challenges, particularly in the realm of online safety and security. The Growing Threat: Online…

The proliferation of AI systems is on the rise in Africa. The widening presence of smart assistants, healthcare management, automated financial investing, social media monitoring and marketing chatbots is undeniable. However, the unprecedented expansion of the digital landscape has sparked concerns on the deep-rooted gender imbalances propagated by algorithmic discrimination…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistant technologies such as digital voice assistants and chatbots have become increasingly ubiquitous and powerful in Africa. In a datafied society, AI assistant technologies learn a user’s history such as purchase preferences, home ownership, location, family size to answer complex questions, provide recommendations, make predictions, and even…

Digital ID systems refer to systems that use digital technologies to capture, validate, store, transfer, identify and authenticate data of people. With the revolutionary transformation in the digital landscape, African countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt have adopted the use of digital ID systems. Approximately 500 million…

In 2022, I have witnessed Africa and Europe experience the highest rates in disinformation. Disinformation refers to information that is false and misleading. In my view, the deliberate spread of false information has caused serious public harm. For instance, false content has threatened human rights in the digital age by…

Digital platforms are avenues for freedom of expression, public participation and democratic governance debates. However, in the wrong hands, these platforms can kill an entire generation through violence emanating from disinformation and misinformation. …