Theme: Data protection in African Nations: Policies, Trends, Roles and Challenges Confronting Authorities
About the Webinar
We are excited to invite you to a groundbreaking virtual roundtable discussion that dives deep into the evolving landscape of data protection in Africa. The NDPC in partnership with PECB is bringing together Data Protection Authorities across Africa in celebration of the privacy week 2024. We have a distinguished panel of different DPA’s across Africa on the session.
The Objectives of the Virtual Roundtable
- Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate the exchange of insights and best practices among data protection authorities in Africa to enhance their collective understanding of data privacy and protection
- Harmonization of Standards: Work towards aligning data protection standards across African nations to create a cohesive and consistent approach and promote a unified framework for safeguarding privacy
- Explore opportunities for collaboration with global entities, sharing experiences and insights to address emerging global challenges in data privacy and protection.
- Policy Development: Discuss and formulate policies that respond to the evolving landscape of technology and data usage, ensuring that regulations are adaptive and effective.
What to expect - Expert Insights: Expect discussions led by experts in the field, providing valuable insights into the current state of data privacy and protection in Africa.
- Collaborative Solutions: The roundtable is poised to foster collaboration among data protection authorities, encouraging them to work together on common challenges and share solutions.
- International Perspectives: Gain a broader understanding by exploring global trends and lessons learned from international experiences, helping align African data protection efforts with global best practices.
Eligibility and Participation
Participants are individuals, organizations actively involved in data protection, government bodies, legal experts and professionals directly engaged in shaping or enforcing data privacy regulations. A link will be provided by the day of the event for participants to join the webinar.
Why Participate - Knowledge Exchange: Engage in a forum where experts share valuable insights, experiences, and best practices on the complex landscape of data privacy.
- Networking: Connect with peers, industry professionals, and experts fostering relationships that can lead to future collaborations, information sharing and support in addressing common challenges.
For more information
For queries or additional information, please get in touch with ndpc.gov.ng
Organizer
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) stands as the nation’s authoritative body dedicated to safeguarding individuals’ privacy rights and regulating the handling of personal data. Established to enforce compliance with Nigeria’s data protection laws, the NDPC plays a pivotal role in ensuring that data is managed responsibly, securely, and in accordance with legal provisions.
As a proactive entity, the NDPC works tirelessly to create awareness about data privacy, provide guidance to businesses and organizations on compliance requirements, and foster a culture of responsible data handling across sectors. Through initiatives such as Privacy Week and ongoing educational campaigns, the commission endeavors to empower citizens, raise standards of data protection practices, and encourage a harmonious balance between innovation and privacy in our increasingly digitized world.