E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA)

Join us for an engaging discussion on "Into the FUTURE with Data Protection" as we explore the evolving landscape of data privacy and its implications for the future. 🗓️ Date: 24th January 2025 ⏰ Time: 18:00 GMT 💻 Platform: Zoom 🔑 Zoom ID: 984 9754 0938 🔒 Passcode: EGIGFA 🗣️ Emmanuel Kwasi Gadasu 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/duCeCnDj Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and contribute to the conversation on protecting data in a rapidly changing world. 📌 Save the date and invite a friend! #DataProtection #PrivacyMatters #FutureOfData #EGIGFA

We are excited to celebrate the election of Mrs. Carine Malor, Programme and Research Officer at E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA) as the General Secretary of the Ghana Statistical Association (GSA) for the 2025–2027 term. We are confident that her leadership will bring impactful contributions to the association and the nation at large. Wishing you every success in this new role, Carine! 🌟 #Leadership #GhanaStatisticalAssociation #Congratulations #EGIGFA

With love from the #EGIGFA family!

🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 GhanaSIG Fellows Executive Committee! We are excited to officially welcome the newly elected leaders of the GhanaSIG Fellows Executive Committee: - President: Faiza Seidu-Adam - Vice President: Abdul-Rafiu Fuseini - Administrator: Sarah Tay - Ladies Representative: Princess Lovia This remarkable team is poised to steer GhanaSIG Fellows toward greater achievements and foster impactful contributions to our GhanaSIG community and beyond. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the trailblazing 2024 GhanaSIG Fellows Executive Committee, led by Prince Andrew Livingstone Zutah for their outstanding dedication and commitment. Your pioneering efforts have laid a solid foundation for future successes. 🙌 #GhanaSIG #EGIGFA #2024GhanaSIG #2025GhanaSIG #Fellows #Leadership #Collaboration #DigitalGovernance #CommunityGrowth E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA), Internet Governance Club (IG Club), Internet Governance Forum Secretariat , Internet Society , ICANN, Women in Internet Governance

Join us as we celebrate the transition of leadership and welcome the newly elected Executive Committee of the Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG). This event marks a new chapter in empowering the next generation of leaders in Internet governance. 📅 Date: Tuesday, 17th December, 2024 ⏰ Time: 7:00 pm GMT / 19:00 UTC 📍 Virtual Platform: Zoom Register using the link: https://lnkd.in/d_TZHPfu Let's shape the future of digital governance together! #GhanaSIG2025 #InternetGovernance #Leadership #GhanaSIG #EGIGFA #Inauguration #Ceremony #EC E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA)

Join us as we celebrate the transition of leadership and welcome the newly elected Executive Committee of the Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG). This event marks a new chapter in empowering the next generation of leaders in Internet governance. 📅 Date: Tuesday, 17th December, 2024 ⏰ Time: 7:00 pm GMT / 19:00 UTC 📍 Virtual Platform: Zoom Register using the link: https://lnkd.in/d_TZHPfu Let's shape the future of digital governance together! #GhanaSIG2025 #InternetGovernance #Leadership #GhanaSIG #EGIGFA #Inauguration #Ceremony #EC E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA)

Few years ago, I leaped into the world of e-governance when I became a Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG) Fellow. At the time, I was curious about how technology could transform public services to become more transparent, efficient, and accessible. Little did I know this curiosity would evolve into a deep passion for digital transformation and public service innovation. With my background in cybersecurity and privacy, I’ve always believed in building systems that serve people while safeguarding their rights. I wanted to understand how technology could be used not just to protect data, but to reshape how governments connect with their citizens. This vision led me to explore opportunities that align technology with public policy — and that’s where my journey into e-governance took off. I’m excited to share that I completed the “Information Society Principles: Towards E-Governance” training program, organized by TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology –  (TalTech School of Business and Governance) in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union Academy Training Centre, supported by the EU’s Global Gateway Initiative. Throughout the training, I gained valuable insights into: 🔹 How the public sector implements digital service-oriented solutions 🔹 Identity management and secure data systems in the digital world 🔹 Security and legal frameworks essential for effective e-governance 🔹 Designing user-friendly environments for public services 🔹 Interoperability and digital data exchange principles 🔹 Creating e-governance-supported solutions for both public and private sectors One of the most inspiring parts of the program was learning directly from the Estonian Team — pioneers in e-governance and digital innovation. Their deep expertise, real-world case studies, and practical insights were eye-opening and transformational. Estonia’s global leadership in e-governance stands as a benchmark for nations working toward digital transformation. Hearing their stories of overcoming challenges, building trust, and scaling digital services made me even more committed to advancing digital public administration solutions prioritizing security, transparency, and inclusivity. This experience has further fueled my mission to build digital-first governance systems that create trust, accessibility, and efficiency in public service delivery. I’m excited to explore collaborative projects, policy development, and strategic partnerships that support digital transformation in both public and private sectors. Together, let’s create a world in which technology empowers people, strengthens public institutions, and builds smarter, more connected societies. A big thank you to my boss and mentor Raymond Selorm Mamattah and team E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA) who participated Abraham Fiifi Selby Godsway Kubi Lavish Mawuena Mensah #EGovernance #DigitalTransformation #PublicPolicy #CyberGovernance

📢 Happening Today! 📅 Date: Today, 4th December 2024 🕕 Time: 18:00 UTC / 6:00 PM GMT 📍 Platform: Zoom (https://lnkd.in/dt52aVGP) Explore how emerging technologies are shaping elections globally, with expert insights from panelists across *Ghana, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, and the United Kingdom.* Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the opportunities and challenges of tech in elections, especially as *Ghana* approaches its *December elections.* 🔗 Join the conversation! #ElectionTech #DigitalDemocracy #TechForElections #EGIGFA

Join us for a timely and insightful webinar as we delve into the "Impact of Latest Technological Advancements on Elections." With elections shaping democracies worldwide, technology plays a pivotal role in influencing outcomes from voter outreach to election security. Our distinguished panelists from Ghana 🇬🇭 , Cameroon 🇨🇲 , Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 , and the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 will share their perspectives on how innovations like AI, big data, and social media are transforming election processes, especially in Africa. Register now to participate: https://lnkd.in/dt52aVGP 🎤 Don’t miss this chance to learn, engage, and understand the challenges and opportunities technology brings to modern elections! #ElectionTech #DigitalDemocracy #TechForElections #EGIGFA #AfricaElections

✨ Thrilled to Share a New Milestone, Expertise in E-Governance!  I’m excited to announce that I’ve successfully completed the "Information Society Principles: Towards E-Governance" training program, organized by TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech School of Business and Governance) in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union Academy Training Centre and supported by the EU’s Global Gateway Initiative.  This enriching program offered deep insights into the transformative power of e-governance and its role in modernizing government operations, enhancing citizen engagement, and delivering impactful digital services. 📌 Key Takeaways from the Training:  1️⃣ Establishing digital-first service delivery models in governance.  2️⃣ Developing secure and inclusive digital public services with a focus on identity management.  3️⃣ Strengthening interoperability and seamless data exchange for effective digital systems.  4️⃣ Ensuring compliance with legal and security standards in digital governance initiatives. 💡 During the program, my team and I (representing E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA)) worked on a practical project addressing Digital Access to Healthcare, focusing on innovative ways to bridge the healthcare access gap using e-governance principles. While we could not attend the on-site sessions in Estonia due to funding limitations, the virtual sessions were nothing short of transformative. This experience has reinforced my commitment to advancing digital transformation in governance across Africa and beyond. 🌟 As part of my role at EGIGFA, I am determined to apply these learnings to drive digital inclusion and effective governance. We are also seeking funding opportunities to enable broader participation in future programs like this. If you’re aware of relevant grants or sponsorship opportunities, I’d love to connect!  A heartfelt thank you to TalTech and ITU for facilitating this incredible journey. Let’s continue to innovate and shape a digitally empowered future! Kudos to EGIGFA staff who participated: Raymond Selorm Mamattah, Abraham Fiifi Selby, Lavish Mawuena Mensah, and Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG) fellow, Faiza Seidu-Adam. Célia Pellet, ICANN, Internet Society, Internet Governance Forum Secretariat, The Pan African Youth Ambassadors for Internet Governance (PAYAIG), Internet Advocates Africa, iWorld Tech Hub, SwaggyLogs #EGovernance #DigitalTransformation #InclusiveDevelopment #SmartGovernance #GlobalGatewayInitiative #TalTech #ITUAcademy #InnovationInGovernance