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Principles of data protection
The first episode of the Data Protectors Podcast touches on data protection principles and how small businesses and organisations can integrate them into their operations.
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Registration as a data controller or processor
The second episode of the Data Protectors Podcast touches on registration as a data controller or processor. It explains who is required to register, why it is important to register and how exactly one can register with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner.
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Guidebook on Data Protection and Privacy from a Gender Perspective
A tool by KICTANet to raise awareness and deepen understanding of data protection with a gender lens. This guidebook was written to provide a practical understanding of life situations where privacy issues exist as well as how Kenya’s Data Protection Act, 2019 may apply in real life.
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The cost of compliance
Episodes 1 and 2 of the Data Protectors Podcast presented the data protection principles and the first component of compliance, which is registration. Episode 3 builds on these themes to further explore the costs of complying with the Data Protection Act.
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African Networks Ensuring Inclusive, Equitable Quality Education for All
Access to education is a fundamental human right at the heart of the SDGs. National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) are leaping barriers to education in the African world through e-learning. They provide higher education establishments and research centers with affordable and reliable connectivity and services. Thanks to lower connectivity prices and user-dedicated services, they help schools, vocational centers, and universities provide a better experience and foster more opportunities for their students.
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Cross-border data transfers
Listen now to the Episode 4 of the Data Protectors Podcast.
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Engaging with data protection authorities
Episode 5 of the Data Protectors podcast introduces SMEs to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) and explains how they can build a good relationship with the Office.
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The future of data protection
Episode 6 of the Data Protectors Podcast takes a radical shift from previous episodes by taking a crystal ball and trying to paint a picture of the future of data protection and data security in Kenya and the world.
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Report: Digital Finance Platforms to empower all
To explore how mobile financial services are contributing to financial inclusion and broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) impacts, this report by Africa.connected (Vodafone and Vodacom) presents new econometric analysis and primary research.
It focuses on markets dominated by emergent banking systems: Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Ghana. In particular, looking at how mobile money platforms like M-PESA are accelerating financial inclusion. It also unpacks the role of mobile money and broader financial services, like those offered by Vodacom, within a more mature financial ecosystem such as South Africa's.
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Meeting in the middle: Harnessing the post COVID-19 rise of digital public health engagement in sub-Saharan Africa
The COVID-19 pandemic opened the world's eyes to new possibilities in the healthcare space. 5G technology has the potential to streamline communication and data sharing between hospitals, clinics and within departments, as well as make medical services more easily accessible to patients in remote locations.
Against this backdrop, Africa.connected (Vodafone and Vodacom) have prepared a report on access to the digital health ecosystem in Africa. Featuring multiple case studies, this report showcases how connectivity can improve the reach of vaccination schemes, help parents provide better care for young children and babies, and even save lives.
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A lifeline, not a luxury: Accelerating 4G access in Sub-Saharan Africa
Although studies have found that increasing 4G coverage in Africa can cut poverty by up to 4.3%, the uptake of 4G technology has been slow across the continent of Africa as many people only have access to older 2G and 3G systems. These challenges contribute to the already existing digital divide: between those using old and inferior technology and those with access to newer and superior technology.
In response, this report, created by Africa.connected (Vodafone and Vodacom), proposes four key partnership-led recommendations to make 4G more accessible across the African continent, with the ultimate objective of reducing connectivity costs for vulnerable groups.
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Towards a connected climate: Leveraging digital technologies to break the cycle of food insecurity in sub-Saharan Africa
Climate change is severely hindering agricultural development and food security in Africa. Increasingly extreme and unpredictable weather conditions have caused lower livestock yields, greater crop volatility, and increased pest and disease outbreaks.
With this in mind, this report proposes solutions that can help feed Africa's growing population in the long-term. This responsibility falls not just on individual farmers, but also on governments which will have to adapt their agricultural policies to the digital age.
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