WHAT: Leading Edge Insights (LEI) Series
WHO: African Development Bank Group
WHEN: 10 June 2026; TIME: 14:00- 16:00 GMT
WHERE: Virtual (Online Event); English and French interpretation will be available.
Theme:"Who Benefits from Africa's Data? Turning Data Governance into Value, Skills, and Growth"
On 10 June 2026, the African Development Institute (ECAD) of the African Development Bank Group will host a virtual session titled "Who Benefits from Africa's Data? Turning Data Governance into Value, Skills, and Growth," as part of its Leading-Edge Insights (LEI) Series.
This session will examine how African countries can harness the growing volumes of data generated through digital public services, financial systems, climate monitoring and infrastructure investments, to create economic and development value.
The session will feature practical insights, real-world case studies, and discussion of the skills required by policymakers, regulators, and public institutions across Africa.
Featured speakers:
- Dominic Orr, Data Policy Lead, GIZ - EU-AU Data Governance in Africa Initiative
- Shivam Kishore, Senior Advisor, Digital Transformation, UNEP
- Teki Akuetteh, Founder & Executive Director, Africa Digital Rights Hub
Moderator:
- Carina Sugden, Lead Governance Officer, ECGF, African Development Bank
For more information, contact: Communication and External Relations Department [email protected]
