RIA’s G20 engagements and participation within the T20 Task Force on Inclusive Digital Transformation are coming to fruition with several newly published policy briefs. The
Digital and advanced data-driven technologies, such as AI, are reshaping our reality at an unprecedented pace. Almost without exception, multilateral development banks and global industry
Under Brazil’s G20 Presidency, the T20 Task Force on Inclusive Digital Transformation was developed with RIA’s Executive Director, Dr Alison Gillwald, leading as a coordinator
Quick facts from RIA's research projects
20% internet access is needed for economic development in Africa
Status 2022: Uganda 18% | Ethiopia 16% | South Africa 75%. Average household internet access. Moderate improvement over the last two years.
After Access: a longitudinal study in the Global South since 2017
Sustainable growth with AI for Africa
Research on green, AI-enabled economies mostly focuses on developed countries, not Africa’s unique challenges. We are changing this. We provide data how AI can promote growth and development in Africa that is fair, equitable and sustainable.
Africa Just AI: RIA’s research project on AI for African economies
The price of 1 GB: tracking affordability of mobile data in Africa
Per country information on mobile network prices for data and SMS/Voice baskets in Africa.
RAMP: RIA’s database with quarterly information since 2014
Clients and partners
About RIA
Research ICT Africa (RIA) conducts multidisciplinary research on digital governance, policy and regulation that facilitates evidence-based and informed policy making for improved access, use and application of digital technologies for social and economic development in Africa. Committed to accelerating digital equality and data justice in Africa.
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