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This section features articles that are meant to inform readers about perspectives, issues and debates around certain topics considered relevant within the ICT arena, as well as highlights about all those activities and themes that matter to the APC network and the spaces we engage in.

Recommended readings and resources for CSW68 11 March 2024 By APCNews

We encourage you to join us in mobilising for the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) taking place from 11-22 March, for which we present some essential resources to help investigate and discuss some of the issues at stake this year.

Eswatini strives for digital sovereignty amid technological advancements 11 March 2024 By Ndimphiwe Shabangu

In Eswatini, two key legislative measures impact internet governance: the Computer Crime and Cyber Crime Act of 2022 and the Data Protection Act of 2022. Concerns loom over potential implications of these statutes, particularly in terms of press freedom and freedom of expression on social media.

Upcoming webinar on Palestinian feminist voices: Atrocities propaganda and gendered disinformation
Upcoming webinar on Palestinian feminist voices: Atrocities propaganda and gendered disinformation 08 March 2024 By APCNews

This webinar on 14 March aims to dissect the detrimental effects of Israel's atrocity propaganda and its intersection with gendered disinformation, magnifying the violence endured by Palestinians both within and beyond their homeland.

APC at the 2024 Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)
APC at the 2024 Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) 28 February 2024 By APCNews

The APC network is mobilising for the 2024 Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) that will take place from 11-22 March in New York. Browse the schedule of events in which we will be participating in one way or another. Come join us! 

Botswana showcases e-government's privacy pitfalls
Botswana showcases e-government's privacy pitfalls 28 February 2024 By Thapelo Ndlovu

This article explores whether e-government in Botswana ensures privacy and protects personal data. E-government collects personal information, which if mishandled, might pose a threat to democracy.

Upcoming webinar on The Silencing Act: Journalism in Palestine
Upcoming webinar on The Silencing Act: Journalism in Palestine 27 February 2024 By APCNews

The objective of the webinar, taking place on 6 March, is to highlight local voices and stories to inform the work and positions of our networks in relation to the conflict in Gaza and the human rights situation in Palestine, with a focus on freedom of expression.

Community networks newsletter: Meet solar-powered hubs providing community-centred connectivity in Nigeria
Community networks newsletter: Meet solar-powered hubs providing community-centred connectivity in Nigeria 26 February 2024 By APCNews

Recently, Hello World, in partnership with APC and CITAD, offered training on the Hello Hub connectivity model to community organisations in Nigeria. This process shows the power of partnership, knowledge-sharing and the leadership roles of community members in offering connectivity alternatives.

7amleh’s Hashtag Palestine 2023 report shows real-world consequences of digital rights violations
7amleh’s Hashtag Palestine 2023 report shows real-world consequences of digital rights violations 26 February 2024 By Maja Romano

In their new annual report, Hashtag Palestine 2023, 7amleh documents how censorship of Palestinian narratives and content is rampant alongside incitement and hate speech against Palestinians.

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