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Artificial Intelligence and the Circular Economy in Africa: Key Considerations for a Just Transition
The circular economy model (CEM) has gained traction as an alternative to the current “take, waste, and dispose system” associated with the linear economy. There is also growing hype that the potential industry-wide applications of artificial intelligence (AI) for various use cases can enhance circularity in Africa.
Could the CEM and AI in Africa form the pathway to an African green-digital "twin transition"? Join the discussion with key experts on AI policy, sustainability, data governance, twin transition, and the Circular Economy, on considerations needed to enhance circularity in Africa through leveraging AI.
The webinar was an official side event at the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2022.
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Webinar: Digital Solutions Against Climate Change
During this 45-minute session, Enabel and Close the Gap present different digital solutions that strive to contribute to a greener future.
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Comprehensive approach needed to tackle online disinformation in Africa and Europe, say experts
Takeaways of the Town Hall debate "Jointly tackling disinformation while protecting human rights", organised by the AU-EU D4D Hub at IGF 2022.
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Laying Ground for Digital Services: Case Studies from Africa
Panel discussion at the e-Governance Conference 2022
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Global Gateway in action: Advancing digital transformation and joint connectivity projects
How can we leverage multi-stakeholder partnerships to increase connectivity in Africa? Speakers in this session of the Africa-Europe D4D Hub Multi-Stakeholder Forum 2022 discuss the different mechanisms and possibilities to meet Africa’s digital infrastructure investment needs, including channelling resources for green projects.
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Closing the gender digital divide: From policymaking to on-the-ground implementation
Panel debate on the key challenges and opportunities to promote a gender transformative and intersectional approach to digitalisation.
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Unlocking data governance potential for sustainable growth
Speakers in this session discuss the complexities in the transfer, storage, and global processing of data, as well as the need to ensure adequate protections of consumer data rights and data democratisation. The session also explores policy mechanisms to regulate data and facilitate cross-border data flows.
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Investing in digital skills to unleash Africa’s digital entrepreneurship and innovation potential
Why are digital skills important for innovation and entrepreneurship? Speakers in this session discuss policy options to support new tech talent in Africa, opportunities for Africa-Europe multi-stakeholder collaborations for digital skills development, and good practices to reach women and disadvantaged groups.
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Safeguarding an open and free Internet
This session gathers researchers and experts to exchange on what joint AU-EU efforts can do to safeguard an open and free Internet. Its purpose is to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges to promote a truly inclusive digital transformation, including ethical aspects, regulatory and technical fragmentation, geopolitical competition, restrictions on freedoms, and data sovereignty.
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WhyID: Make your case
Do digital identity systems empower users, especially those in marginalised populations? In this session, speakers discuss the importance of properly assessing the objectives, the need, and benefits of digital identity before putting programmes in place.
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Internet Connectivity: Achievements to date, challenges and opportunities ahead
Exchange of best practices and achievements on Internet Connectivity, existing gaps, and challenges ahead. Speakers in this session discuss regulatory and investment models to meet upcoming targets and new sustainable Internet Connectivity solutions.
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Construire un parcours à succès d’entrepreneur du numérique en Afrique de l’Ouest
Apprenez-en plus sur les défis et les opportunités pour les entrepreneurs en Afrique de l'Ouest dans cette conférence d'Oumar Basse, PDG de Yobante Express.
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