In recent years, there has been more discussion and critical analysis surrounding the intersections of afropessimism, datafication, and continual coloniality in development. These complex and interconnected issues shed light on the persistent challenges faced by African nations and communities in the era of data-driven economies and global development. Afropessimism and…
Introduction In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and data-driven solutions, the world faces complex questions about the implications of unchecked technological adoption. This blog post seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolving landscape of data activism and data justice, drawing insights from multiple academic sources, Furthermore,…
Introduction In an ever-evolving world, technology becomes the core of our daily routine (Stoltman & Fors, 2004). Our lives are lived both physically and virtually. A certain part of ourselves lives in our technology, a side to us that seldom shows in the physical world. From the break of dawn…
1. Introduction In 2019 at the CyFyAfrica conference members seriously discuss and promote African digitalization in all aspects of life. The participants underlined the importance of being a part of global digital discourse and what a true all-inclusive industry 4.0 will possibly look like. The year before 2019 the…
Introduction Privacy is a core element of democracies and a key issue in Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D), as it relates closely to concepts of social development and governance (Heeks 2017). Due to extensive digitalization and datafication, privacy rights are often hampered in regions with more extensive privacy…