ASToN cities are aiming to become local authorities capable of designing and…
Conclusions
African local authorities are faced with a huge opportunity to effect change,…
Local authorities should see themselves as strategists
To conduct a digitising project effectively, the local authority must progressively and…
Cross-border regulation of personal data is challenging
Excitement surrounding the digitalisation in Africa is not unfounded, but many questions…
With data collection comes responsibility
In cities, local authorities are often responsible for systems that generate and…
Data and the capacity to engage with it are critical
Primary challenges local authorities may face include urban database building, data mapping,…
Proliferation of data
The proliferation of data in recent decades at exponential rates is well…
Mindset is as important as toolset
Local authorities find themselves in a crucial position with regards to harnessing…
New, multidisciplinary ways of doing
The risks and rewards of digital transformation in the African context present…
Getting political support
Political support and personal involvement of individuals such as the mayor will…
