Tapiwa Chinembiri

1/ RIA notes and comments on the article on mobile data prices that was published by Spendmenot in June 2021. bit.ly/3NnO9Zf

LAUNCH | In collaboration with the Data for Development Network & with support from Canada’s Int. Research Development Centre, RIA is set to announce a new Global Index on #ResponsibleAI at the upcoming #Summit4Democracy Date: Dec 8, 2021 More 👉 bit.ly/32TeX1b

Through the #DigitalID in Africa project we emphasise the importance of involving beneficiaries of these systems from the conceptualisation stages. We highlight ongoing processes of reforming/creating policy instruments of relevance to digital ID eco's in the countries examined.

@Bikofiles That's toxic

BLOG | Our #COVID19 response survey shows the demand for digital information is higher among women, youth & urban residents in South Africa. Dr Kabinga & @tapss_tap share high-level insights from RIA's COVID-19 Responses for Equity (CORE) project 👉bit.ly/2ZIzZ1f

LAUNCH | #DigitalEconomyReport Join our speakers as they discuss how the voices & concerns of developing countries can be best reflected in the development of global governance of data & cross-border data flows. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/2YFS3IA Report bit.ly/3oRk8Y8

Executive Director at @RIAnetwork, @alison_gillwald speaking on the alternative strategies to achieve affordable digital access at the ITU Economic Experts Roundtable @o_mudongo @ITU

Hopewell asks why Zimbos don’t like to like and retweet each other. Like now you’re reading my tweets but did you retweet lol 😂 JK but seriously hanzi isai ma love and likes twitter.com/i/spaces/1BRJj…

RIA survey finds gender inclusivity in Nigeria’s COVID response researchictafrica.net/2021/08/27/ria…

🗣️ 📣 New policy paper 📄 out! on @AI4Dev research project @RIAnetwork. Working in this paper was central to my Tx fellowship, it addresses AI skills gap in Africa and institutional initiatives working to fill these gaps. #AIGovernance Read more 👉🏾 bit.ly/3ws1ExB

@Sabrina_Mahtani @alison_gillwald @netblocks @WhatsApp @AmnestySARO @accessnow @freedomhouse @IFEX the contradiction of digital inclusion in Africa, we have an account of the history of internet shutdowns in Africa, this is just another one.

WhatsApp has been restricted in #Zambia on election day. This has been confirmed by @netblocks Some people with a VPN have reported limited access. netblocks.org/reports/whatsa… FYI @WhatsApp @AmnestySARO @accessnow @freedomhouse @IFEX #ZambiaDecides2021

PODCAST:🎙️ Digital labour platforms can transform how young refugees make a living. Internet connectivity issues, inequalities in digital skills & other obstacles, however, make it difficult for refugee populations to apply to these jobs. #YouthDay2021 voices.ilo.org/podcast/how-di…

@o_mudongo The guy shuts the internet, and tweets to himself😂. This adds to our research on internet shutdowns in Africa and the contradiction of digital inclusion advancement.

In 1991 Kenneth Kaunda lost to Frederick Chiluba, he conceded! 2011, Rupiah Banda lost to Michael Sata and he also handed over power. 2021, Edgar Lunga is running against Hakainde Hichilema, will he peacefully relinquish power if he looses? #ZambiaDecides2021 #ZambiaVotes2021

📢 #VACANCY | Do you believe in digital equality & recognise the need for data justice to underpin the adoption of advanced technologies? If so, have a look at these exciting new opportunities: bit.ly/3ggd6az Due: 31 August 2021 #Hiring #Africanopportunities

@o_mudongo If he loses he automatically loses power. The power rests in the people

Data systems should be trustworthy, equitable, safe and secure, ethical - @alison_gillwald of @RIAnetwork @_AfricanUnion @DataCipation #AfricaDataPolicy

🧾Digital financial services have been lauded as a powerful solution to build post-COVID 19 macroeconomic resilience but there are vulnerabilities that cannot be mitigated solely by digital #financial #inclusion @tapss_tap & Shamira Ahmed 👇 bit.ly/3hTQm18 @IDRC_CRDI

Congratulations to all our PhD graduates this week. You have done exceptionally well and we are very proud of you! #UCTgrad2021

@FabAcademic That's my brother and tutor Dr Godfrey Kamutando, PhD Economics, very smart indeed, congratulations

A @UNSDG2030 target is to provide legal identity for all by 2030. Anri van der Spuy (@anrivds) looks at why digital IDs matter in Africa, and outlines a new project that maps the development of digital ID systems for the continent. ow.ly/biFL50FeCi9 | @RIAnetwork