Overview
This online asynchronous course introduces students to the core concepts, challenges, and opportunities of digital and data governance in the African public sector. It equips participants with analytical tools to assess the current state and future trajectory of digital transformation in government. The course explores the role of big data in evidence-based policymaking, the ethical and regulatory dimensions of data use, and the growing influence of platforms and civic technology in Africa. Designed for public sector professionals, the course supports informed decision-making, ethical data practices, and innovative governance approaches that enhance public value across African governance systems. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
