The Political Economy of AI & Digitalisation in Africa

Validation Webinar: Understanding the Political Economy of Artificial Intelligence and Digitalisation in Africa

AFRODAD invites civil society organisations, think tanks, academia, media practitioners, policymakers, and development stakeholders to participate in a validation webinar for the paper, Understanding the Political Economy of Artificial Intelligence and Digitalisation in Africa.

As artificial intelligence and digital technologies continue to reshape economies, governance systems, and societies worldwide, this webinar will provide a platform to critically examine Africa's role in the evolving AI landscape and discuss the opportunities, challenges, and policy implications for the continent.

We will review the paper's findings, explore issues of AI governance, technological dependence, data protection, innovation, and sustainable development, and contribute insights that will help strengthen the final publication.

Date: 17 June 2026
Time: 3:00 PM EAT
Platform: Zoom

Register here | Download the concept note here