international development researcher. passion for ICTD and poverty reduction work. lover of local food. social justice seeker
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kdiga retweeted
20 May 2025
We're super excited that Maryam Lawan Gwadabe, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub & Special Adviser to Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy will be speaking at this month's Inspiring Leadership Reflection Interactive Series (ILERIS). Join us on Tues, May 27, 2025.
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kdiga retweeted
4 Apr 2025
@kijijiyeetu Connectivity Network serves 2,699 users & 250 daily visitors (avg spend: Kshs. 20) in Ugunja. Connected to schools, markets & hotspots. This indicates need to stay ahead of peak demand, scalable upgrades & QoS are key to bridging digital divide. #CommunityNetworks
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kdiga retweeted
6 Feb 2025
The way she articulates facts is stunning, I’m in awe !" ♥️
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kdiga retweeted
17 Dec 2024
Today's Christmas message to @Keir_Starmer is from the beloved Joseph Fiennes. The DEAR ENGLAND star says:
"Dear Prime Minister I'm reaching out to you today because I'm extremely worried for Alaa Abd el-Fattah. The situation is critical and it's time for urgent action."
Today is the 79th day of Alaa's mother's hunger strike. Find out more here: freealaa.net
#FreeAlaa
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At #IGF2024, APC presented "Innovative Financing Mechanisms to close the digital divide"
See our presentation here:
docs.google.com/presentation…
#DigitalDivide #DigitalInclusion @intgovforum
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¡El Track de #RedesComunitarias del WALC 2024 dejó grandes aprendizajes sobre autonomía territorial!
🌐🤝 Desde @eslaredcisco, @Colnodo y @coolabdiz, reflexionamos sobre cómo las comunidades lideran sus procesos de conectividad. ¡Lee más! 👉 redescomunitarias.co/es/noti…
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kdiga retweeted
17 Dec 2024
Our president and CEO, Sally Wentworth, spoke at the “Global Access, Global Progress” panel at @IntGovForum.
She discussed the Internet Society's "community-centered approach" to connectivity, which allows local communities to build and sustain their own networks, and more.
ALT Sally Wentworth speaks into a microphone
ALT A panel at the Internet Governance Forum
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kdiga retweeted
14 Dec 2024
Courtesy call by @SoniaJorgeICT4D (@GDInclusion ), @enamara (GDIP), & Kassim Nazi (@WiDEFglobal /CARE) highlights opportunities for advancing digital inclusion, gender equality in ICT, & connectivity.
#digitalinclusion #ICT4D
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kdiga retweeted
11 Dec 2024
A proud moment in the Tungan Ashere community in Abuja now has access to free unlimited WiFi and tablets for education. Thanks to the new Digital Hello Hub, unveiled by @ICTAdvocates today (11/12/2024) with support from @APC_News.
@YZYau
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kdiga retweeted
8 Dec 2024
🚨Join the NMT Media Foundation, @APC_News , and AfDec for an engaging webinar! 🚨
Title: The Evolution of Digital Rights in Africa: 10 Years On & Looking Ahead
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
⏰ Time: 12:00 UTC
🖥️ Duration: 90 minutes
Speakers:
📌 Edetaen Ojo – Nigerian media freedom & digital rights advocate, presenting his latest research.
📌 Koliwe Majama – Zimbabwean activist, discussing the African Declaration's impact and sustainability efforts.
🔗Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
#DigitalRights
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kdiga retweeted
Meaningful connectivity is the cornerstone of having internet access that unlocks digital possibilities and opportunities.
As technology and society evolve, it’s crucial that we ensure no one is left behind. gdip.ngo/3zZ3TQO
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First Prize - Youth Innovation Award: Congratulations to Nkosinathi Mbele for pioneering AdNotes, a revolutionary TVWS technology connecting hard-to-reach African communities. 🌍📡 Fully licensed by ICASA & FPB and leading the way in digital inclusion. #GIPAwards2024
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kdiga retweeted
6 Dec 2024
In Uganda, women and elderly community members are embracing digital literacy thanks to @BOSCOUganda. Through training in ICT centers participants are gaining the tools to reshape their futures. 💻 🇺🇬
The impact? Profound. Read the results here 👉bit.ly/4ib0hg1
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kdiga retweeted
6 Dec 2024
#GVSummit2024! What #offline solutions are available for people with limited or not access to the internet 🤔.
Panel session: Do-it-yourself internet: Securing last-mile connectivity in Nepal and beyond.
Great insights from our wonderful panelists 👏🏼.
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kdiga retweeted
5 Dec 2024
McKinsey & Co. will pay over $122-million to resolve a US probe into its bribe-paying in South Africa. "McKinsey Africa bribed SA officials in order to obtain lucrative consulting business,” says the head of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division.
justice.gov/opa/pr/mckinsey-…
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Community networks cultivate bottom-up, sustainable approaches to communication technology. This strengthens personal & collective autonomy and self-determination.
Join us at @AWID Forum to shape the narrative around #CommunityNetworks: apc.org/node/40429
#AWIDForum2024
ALT Illustration of the text "Feminist Tech Gardens" in large, playful blue letters surrounded by greenery. The background includes a wind turbine, fish in flight, a small house, colorful mushrooms, and a whimsical landscape with clouds and trees. Below the text are the handles: @whoseknowledge, @APC_news, and @numunfund.
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kdiga retweeted
25 Nov 2024
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kdiga retweeted
24 Nov 2024
23rd November 2024: Engr @YZYau, @ICTAdvocates Executive Director, visited the @HelloWorld_Org _CITAD Hub in Itas. He was welcomed by community leaders, youth groups, and hub pioneers. Discussions focused on the hub's sustainability plan and more.
@APC_News @udandari @Zainab_SUM
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kdiga retweeted
23 Nov 2024
III Encuentro de Redes Comunitarias traza el camino para una Estrategia Nacional en Colombia colnodo.apc.org/es/EXPERIENC… vía @Colnodo muchas enseñanzas desde las comunidades de Colombia!
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kdiga retweeted
18 Nov 2024
EVENT | African School on Internet Governance 🎒 🛜
RIA Researchers are participating as expert faculty members in the 12th annual #AfriSIG24 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This year's programme is co-convened by RIA, @APC_News and the @_AfricanUnion.
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