Programme

Conference Programme

The event will span for four days and include the arrival of distinguished participants. Highlights will feature a city tour, a welcome cocktail, a two-day conference, an annual general meeting, a gala dinner themed “African Gatsby,” and a closed session for data protection authorities.

 

1. Arrival

2. Registration

3. Cocktail
8:00am – 9:00am

Registration/Arrival of guests
9:00am – 9:45am

Tea/Networking
9:45am – 10:00am

National Anthem
10:00am – 10:05am

Introduction/Recognition of Dignitaries
10:05am – 10:15am

Welcome Speech

Vincent Olatunji, Ph.D, CDPO, FIIM, CPPPS, National Commissioner, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
10:15am – 10:25am

Opening Speech

Tchimaden Hadatan Sanady, President, High Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (HAPDP), Niger.
10:25am – 10:40am

Goodwill Messages
10:40am – 10:50am

Opening Remark

Bosun Tijani, Ph.D, Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria
10:50am – 11:05am

The Official Opening

His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
11:05am – 11:10am

Group Photograph
11:10am – 11:30am

Tour of Exhibition Pavilion

PLENARY SESSION 1

DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION REGULATION Session Brief
This session will provide an in-depth analysis of the various data protection regulations and frameworks currently in place across Africa. It will compare and contrast the regional and national approaches to data privacy, looking at the successes and challenges faced by different countries. Critical discussions will include the implementation of the African Union’s Data Protection Convention (Malabo Convention), the role of regional bodies like the ECOWAS, and the impact of international regulations such as GDPR on African nations. The session will emphasize the need for harmonized approaches to ensure consistent privacy standards across the continent.</td.
 
11:30am – 12:00pm

PS1A Keynote

Regulatory Approaches to Data Privacy in Africa” by…..
12:00pm – 13:30am

PS1B Unifying Data Protection in Africa: Exploring the benefits and challenges of a harmonized regulatory framework.
13:30pm – 14:30am

LUNCH

PLENARY SESSION 2

ECONOMIC GROWTH & PRIVACY Session Brief
This special session explores the delicate balance between fostering economic growth and ensuring robust data protection frameworks in Africa’s rapidly expanding digital economy. As countries embrace e-commerce, digital banking, and data-driven industries, this discussion will highlight how data privacy laws can coexist with innovative economic growth initiatives. The session will start with a keynote by …..on the importance of integrating privacy concerns into the economic development agenda, examining the need for transparent policies that ensure data protection without stifling business opportunities in Africa. This will be followed by a panel session on “Strategies for fostering confidence in Africa’s digital economy” to be moderated by…./td.
14:30pm – 15:00pm

PS2A Keynote

“Balancing Economic Growth with Privacy Concerns in the African Digital Economy” by…..
15:00pm – 16:30pm

PS2B “Strategies for Fostering Consumer and Investor Confidence in Africa’s Digital Economy: Addressing Data Privacy, Security, and Trust”
15:30pm – 14:30am

Discussants/Panelists


1. xxxxxxx
2. xxxxxxx
3. xxxxxxx
4. xxxxxxx
Chair: XXX XXX

MASTER CLASS
Please insert details here Privacy Enhance Technology
16:30am – 18:00pm

Focus


1. Introduction to PETs
2. Anonymization and pseudonymization
3. Encryption and secure data transfer
4. Data masking and redaction
5. Implementing PETs in African contexts
18:00pm – 18:30pm

Cocktails
7:45am – 8:45am

Tea/Networking
8:45am – 9:00am

Guest take their seats.

PLENARY SESSION 3

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & PRIVACY SESSION BRIEF MAIN AUDITORIUM

This session will address the emerging challenges and opportunities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa, focusing on the privacy paradox. As AI technologies such as machine learning, big data analytics, and automation evolve, they often rely on large datasets that may include sensitive personal information. Experts will discuss the tension between the need for AI innovation and the imperative of safeguarding individual privacy. The session will explore solutions for balancing AI-driven progress with citizens’ rights and the role of African regulators in setting boundaries for AI development.
9:00am – 9:30am

PS3A Keynote

“AI in Africa: Privacy Paradox” by….. Ms. Souhila Amazouz, Senior Digital Policy Officer, Information Society Division / Department Infrastructure and Energy, African Union Commission.
9:30am – 10:00am

PS3B “The Privacy Paradox in the Age of AI: Balancing Innovation with Individual Rights”

Discussants/Panelists


1. xxxxxxx
2. xxxxxxx
3. xxxxxxx
4. xxxxxxx
Chair: XXX XXX

PARALLEL SESSIONS
10:00am – 11:00am

Room A

BS2A

Shaping Africa’s Privacy Future: Preparing the Next Generation of Privacy Professionals

With the evolving landscape of digital technologies and data privacy laws, this session will focus on preparing Africa’s next generation of privacy professionals. It will explore the need for educational programs, certification initiatives, and capacity-building efforts to equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the complex field of data protection. The session will also discuss the importance of fostering a culture of privacy within Africa’s future workforce, encouraging the development of leaders who can address both local and global privacy challenges. Panelists/Discussants

Room B

BS2B

Guardians of Privacy: Strengthening Africa’s Data Protection Authorities in the Digital Age

This session will examine how Africa’s data protection authorities can be strengthened to oversee data protection in the digital age effectively. Discussions will focus on capacity building, technological tools, and international collaboration to enhance regulators’ capabilities. Speakers will also explore the challenges these authorities face in dealing with data breaches, cross-border data flows, and the enforcement of privacy laws and propose strategies to empower these institutions to become more agile and responsive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Panelists/Discussants

PLENARY SESSION 4

INNOVATION & PRIVACY SESSION BRIEF

With fintech innovations such as mobile payments, digital wallets, and blockchain technologies, safeguarding personal and financial data has become more critical than ever. The session will explore how fintech companies can innovate while respecting privacy rights and how regulators can create frameworks that encourage growth without compromising user privacy. Case studies from successful fintech regulatory models will also be discussed./td.
 
11:00am – 12:00pm

PS4A Keynote

R“Data Protection in the Era of Fintech in Africa: Balancing Innovation with Privacy” by…..
12:00pm – 12:30am

PS4B “Have your Cake and Eat it – The Role of Privacy Preserving Technologies in Enabling Digital Innovation and Data Protection in Africa”

Discussants/Panelists


1. Maurice Coyle, Ph.D – Truata Inc.(Privacy Industry Expert)
2. Derek Ho- Assistant General Counsel/Senior Vice President, Privacy and Data Protection, Mastercard
3. A DPCO
4. Fintech
Chair: XXX XXX
12:30pm – 14:00pm

LUNCH

PLENARY SESSION 5

SINGLE DIGITAL MARKET & PRIVACY Session Brief

This session will explore the opportunities and challenges of creating a Single Digital Market in Africa. It will focus on the role of data protection regulations in facilitating seamless cross-border digital trade while ensuring privacy standards are maintained. Discussions will highlight the importance of collaboration among African nations to harmonize data privacy laws, reduce barriers to digital trade, and foster innovation. The session will also consider the potential impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on digital commerce and data protection./td.
14:00pm – 15:00pm

PS5A Keynote

“Single Digital Market: Privacy, Security, and Collaboration for Seamless Cross-Border Trade”

…..Mr Segun Awolowo, AFcFTA (Secretary, National Action Committee on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
15:00pm – 16:30pm

PS5B “Bridging the Digital Divide: Strategies to facilitate seamless cross-border digital trade and improve digital infrastructure”.
15:30pm – 14:30am

Discussants/Panelists


1. xxxxxxx
2. xxxxxxx
4. xxxxxxx
Chair: XXX XXX
16:30am – 18:00pm
18:00pm – 22:00pm Gala Night;

Closed Session

STRICTLY FOR DPAs

1. Peer-to-peer discussions and knowledge sharing
2. Strategic planning and collaboration
3. Confidential sharing of best practices and challenges

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