Our Practice Areas

The Centre organises its work around six thematic pillars, each addressing a distinct but interconnected dimension of law and public interest technology in Africa.

Data Protection and Privacy

Supporting the development and enforcement of data protection laws across the continent, and advising public and private actors on responsible data governance.

  • Data protection law development and enforcement support
  • Responsible data governance frameworks
  • Privacy impact assessment and compliance guidance

Artificial Intelligence and Algorithmic Accountability

Examining the legal and ethical implications of AI deployment in both public and private sectors, so that algorithmic systems remain accountable to the people they affect.

  • Legal and ethical analysis of AI systems
  • Algorithmic accountability in public sector deployment
  • AI governance frameworks for African contexts

Digital Justice and Legal Technology

Advancing the use of technology to improve access to justice, court efficiency and legal service delivery across African justice systems.

  • Digital justice initiatives and court modernisation
  • Legal technology that reduces cost and delay
  • Responsible innovation in legal service delivery

Fintech, Digital Finance and Consumer Protection

Supporting sound regulation of mobile money, digital lending and other financial technologies that millions of Africans rely on every day.

  • Mobile money and digital finance regulation
  • Digital lending oversight and fair practice
  • Consumer protection in financial technology

Blockchain and Public Registries

Exploring the application of blockchain and distributed ledger technology to land administration, business registration and other public records.

  • Distributed ledger applications for land administration
  • Business registration and public record systems
  • Legal frameworks for blockchain adoption

Digital Rights and Internet Governance

Protecting freedom of expression, association and access to information in digital spaces, and shaping internet governance that serves the public.

  • Freedom of expression and association online
  • Access to information in digital spaces
  • Public interest participation in internet governance
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Need expertise in one of these areas?

Our team supports governments, regulators, companies and civil society across all six pillars.

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