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Grateful to our partners, @law_innovation_, AJS, LegalTalk Africa, @Rwanda_Bar, and @cmadvocatesrw for making #ALTNetworkSummit2026 a success and for supporting bold conversations shaping the future of law, governance, and innovation in Africa. #TechForGood
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“Artificial Intelligence is already transforming legal practice. The real question is whether legal institutions and advocates will be prepared to lead that transformation responsibly, ethically, and effectively.” - Adv. Ndahayo, Secretary of the Governing Council, @Rwanda_Bar
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Kicking off Day 2 of #ALTSummit2026 with opening remarks from Ridwan Oloyede, Director at @law_innovation_, From recapping Day 1 highlights to setting the tone for today’s insightful workshops for Lawyers, Law Firms, Ventures & Startups. #TechForGood
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African Law & Tech Network retweeted
Day 1 at ALT Network Summit 2026 brought together leaders across law, technology, policy, and innovation to engage on the future of governance, AI, and access in Africa. Here are some highlights from the conversations shaping tomorrow. #ALT2026 #ALTNetworkSummit2026
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Carmen Silvia Paulo de Aragão, Advocate at Spieß Schumacher Schmieg & Partner Rechtsanwälte mbB (Germany), delivered the closing remarks of Day One, reflecting on the day’s key discussions and encouraging participants to return for an equally insightful Day Two. #ALT2026
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Now in session, Panel 3 explores Powering the Future: Green Tech & Energy Infrastructure Governance. The conversation examines the legal and policy frameworks driving renewable energy, green data centers and sustainable digital infrastructure to power Africa’s #DigitalFuture.
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Panel 2 is now underway, exploring The Creative Code: IP Governance in the Age of Generative AI. The discussion focuses on how AI impacts African languages, cultural expression and intellectual property, while examining inclusive AI strategies for Africa. #TechForGood
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In our Industry & Policy Insights session, Andre van Jaarsveldt explored the shift from reactive #LegalDocumentation to proactive legal orchestration, while Mark Pillai unpacked how AI, e-invoicing & #compliance are reshaping legal risk advisory in the age of algorithmic finance.
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Panel 1 is now underway, exploring The Future of Practice: AI, Access to Justice, and the AI-Assisted Lawyer. The discussion is focuses on the shift from lawyer-centric to user-centric justice and how AI can improve efficiency and expand access to justice at scale. #TechForGood
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Mr. Niyonkuru CEO of @DUmuganda on a fireside chat, "AI is transforming every sector but also bringing risks like deepfakes & cybercrime, addressing this needs more than regulation it requires investment in compute data governance strong cross sector collaboration and upskilling"
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In her keynote, @StellaMurungii, CDO at @Rwanda_Justice, noted that digital sovereignty is not about isolation but dignity, resilience & meaningful control over Africa’s digital future. She also called for partnerships to help shift Africa from dependence to co-creation. #ALT2026
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The #ALTSummit2026 is LIVE at DTC, Kigali🌍 This year's theme: "The Quantum Leap: Law, Governance & Exponential Technology for Africa's Decade" and the conversations we're about to have will shape the continent's future. 🔴Watch the livestream here: youtube.com/watch?v=KVvTTlGS…
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We’re pleased to have Joan Mutesi, an Associate at @cmadvocatesrw as a speaker at the #ALTNetworkSummit2026 🔗 For more information and event updates, visit: altnetworksummit.com 📅12–13 May 2026 📍Digital Transformation Center (DTC) – Kigali, Rwanda
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We’re excited to have Mark Pillai, Director at AJS Software, South Africa, as a speaker at this year’s summit. 🔗 For more information and event updates, visit: altnetworksummit.com 📅 12–13 May 2026 📍 Digital Transformation Center (DTC) – Kigali, Rwanda
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We are excited to announce that @NiceKarungi, Country Director at @synisys will be joining a panel discussion at the #ALTSummit2026 🔗visit altnetworksummit.com for more info 📅12-13 May 2026 📍Digital Transformation Center(DTC) Kigali
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We are excited to announce that Audace Niyonkuru, Founder & CEO of @DUmuganda will be joining a fireside chat at the #ALTSummit2026 🔗visit altnetworksummit.com for more info 📅12-13 May 2026 📍Digital Transformation Center(DTC) Kigali
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African Law & Tech Network retweeted
We’re proud to join #ALTSummit2026 as a Summit Partner. Thank you for the recognition as we continue delivering client-focused legal solutions.
We are delighted to highlight @cmadvocatesrw as a Summit Partner at #ALTSummit2026. A leading legal and business advisory firm in Rwanda and the EAC, they deliver client-focused solutions with excellence, professionalism, and integrity. 🔗Register here: forms.gle/tbJYKfJZ1YPBfWD39
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We are excited to announce that @StellaMurungii, Chief Digital Officer for the Justice Sector at @Rwanda_Justice will be speaking on a panel at the #ALTSummit2026 🔗visit altnetworksummit.com for more info 📅12-13 May 2026 📍Digital Transformation Center(DTC) Kigali
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We’re delighted to highlight the @Rwanda_Bar as a Summit Partner at the #ALTNetworkSummit2026. Since 1997, RBA has grown to 1,450 advocates, playing a key role in legal practice, regulation & justice in Rwanda. 🔗 Register now: forms.gle/boNgHu91zwoiZ5wCA
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We are delighted to highlight @cmadvocatesrw as a Summit Partner at #ALTSummit2026. A leading legal and business advisory firm in Rwanda and the EAC, they deliver client-focused solutions with excellence, professionalism, and integrity. 🔗Register here: forms.gle/tbJYKfJZ1YPBfWD39
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