51ALGORITHMS OF OPPRESSION?

AU’s cybersecurity policy and its enforcement in Africa

Joshua Oreoluwa Akintayo

Introduction

Information and communication technologies, particularly the internet and mobile networks, are essential tools for governments, businesses, civil society, and individuals globally. These technologies have enabled tremendous economic growth and development and increased the unhindered flow of information. However, the growing importance of the internet has also brought about new challenges: As societies become more interconnected and highly dependent on the internet and ICTs, the tendency for authoritarian, hybrid, and even democratic governments to abuse or misuse the internet and technology to serve their interest increases. ...

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