As Africa’s digital dynamism grows, its participation in global digital policy must increase. In this transition, African countries have to navigate the geopolitical realities of our times. This 2022 report, also available in French, provides a snapshot of Africa’s digital diplomacy, and looks at the roles of tech developers, businesses, local communities, and others with the necessary skills and expertise for participation in international digital policy.

Africa continues to be one of Diplo’s key focus areas in achieving its mission of improving the role of small and developing states in international affairs by providing capacity development in the fields of digital diplomacy, internet governance, and tech regulation. On this page, you can read about Diplo’s Africa projects, blog posts and more!