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Share your work at the East Africa Data Governance Conference 2027.

Submissions close 11th December 2026, 5:00 PM EAT

SUBMIT A PROPOSAL

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 2027

DESIGNED FOR WHOM?

The East Africa Data Governance Conference 2027 invites proposals from government, private sector and civil society working to put citizens at the centre of data governance.

Purpose of the Conference

We want real projects, honest lessons and evidence of what works and what doesn’t. Show us how trust is built, how citizens are heard and how data rights work in practice, not just on paper.

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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 2027

Six Tracks

Every proposal must sit under one track.

Trust in the Digital Age

Fighting disinformation, and how institutions talk to citizens about their data.

Regional and Cross-Border Data Governance

What unified data governance across East Africa should look like, and the trade-offs.

From Policy to Practice: Governing Data, Not Just Protecting It

Audits, compliance capacity, independent regulators and evidence on what works.

Digital Transformation, Data Sovereignty, and Resource Justice

Data centres, host communities, and who holds power over data.

Voice, Accountability, and Redress: The Politics of Being Heard

Consultation, accountability channels and data rights citizens can actually use.

Innovation, AI, and Emerging Technology

African-led innovation, how it’s governed and how success is measured.

SESSION FORMATS

TWO WAYS TO TAKE PART

Choose the format that fits your work. The form will guide you from there.

PRESENTATION

Share a project or research you’ve led.

Abstract
Up to 300 words

Full Paper
3,000 to 4,000 words (5 to 6 pages)

Poster
A4 or square, in PDF, PowerPoint or Publisher

Duration: 60 or 90 mins
Presenters: At least 1, ideally no more than 3. At least 2 onsite.

DISCUSSION

Lead a conversation that brings different views into the room.

Panel
3 to 4 experts on an emerging issue

Round Table
A moderated, interactive conversation where everyone gets a say

Workshop
A short intro, then small group work

Duration: 60 mins
Speakers: 3 to 5, plus 1 moderator. At least 2 speakers and the moderator onsite.

SUBMISSION FORM

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL

Have your speaker details ready, plus your paper or poster if you’re presenting. It takes about 20 minutes.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The conference aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing on data governance among East African Community. It focuses on addressing the challenges and opportunities in data governance to ensure responsible data use and regional integration.

The conference is open to professionals, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, with a focus on those involved in data governance and related fields.

Interested participants can submit session proposals through the call for submissions page. Proposals should align with the conference themes and follow the submission guidelines.

Data Governance Frameworks: Exploring effective governance mechanisms and policies for managing data assets and enabling data-driven governance in the East Africa Community countries.