The electoral commission’s ground rules alone can’t be expected to insulate the country from harmful tactics.
A lack of documented evidence leaves the continent vulnerable and ill-equipped to shape an evolving policy debate.
As police and prosecutors test new legislation, what are the challenges of using digital evidence?
Research in Kenya shows that a rigorous professional legacy media is vital to counterbalance malign players online.
Lessons from Kenya’s 2022 poll show the ‘commodification’ of influence, with hashtags and influencers for hire.
Threats to South Africa’s ICT sector, which functions as the country’s nerve system, must be taken seriously.
This report examines Kenya's digital information ecosystem in the run-up to, during and after the August 2022 election.
Powerful elites are using the fake news narrative to target journalists and evade accountability.
Efforts to elevate complex issues like climate change could provide pointers for inspiring urgency on cybersecurity.
As evidence grows of drones being used by terrorists and other criminals, governments should consider regulating the industry.
With violent extremists skilfully exploiting digital platforms, Africa should pressure tech companies to deal with terrorism online.
Kenya’s election shows that understanding how voters are influenced online is central to freer, fairer elections.
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