Insights on Data Protection & Digital Identity Across Africa

Leverage AI to explore, compare, and understand the evolving landscape of digital identity and data protection policies shaping governance across Africa.

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Digital Governance Framework Analysis

An interactive overview of digital identity frameworks and data protection laws across African countries.

Data Protection Legislation

Explore legislative status, enactment dates, and Malabo Convention adoption.

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African Data Protection Milestones

Key developments in data protection across Africa

Implementation Timeline14 Events
2025
2025

Limited progress continues with only 16 total ratifications from 55 AU member states

2024
2024

AU Summit addresses cybersecurity challenges amid slow ratification progress

2023
2023

São Tomé & Príncipe ratifies post-entry into force

Countries (1)
São Tomé & Príncipe
2023
2023

Sudan signs the Convention at AU Summit but does not ratify

Countries (1)
Sudan
2023
2023

Malabo Convention enters into force on June 8th following 15th ratification

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