Data Protection in Practice Series: Bridging Policy and Practice – The Power of Advocacy
Date: June 13, 2025 | Time: 1pm WAT | Duration: 90 minutes

Aspiring and practicing Data Protection Officers are at the heart of Africa’s digital transformation-but real progress depends on more than compliance. Join us for our next session in the Data Protection in Practice Series, where leading data protection advocates will share how advocacy is vital to building a robust data protection ecosystem.

Why attend?
Discover how advocates:

• Bridge the gap between policy and day-to-day practice, making data protection real and actionable for organizations of all sizes
   
• Influence the development and improvement of national and regional data protection laws, ensuring they meet the needs of citizens and businesses
   
• Drive awareness and digital literacy, empowering individuals and organizations to understand and exercise their data rights
   
• Collaborate with DPOs, regulators, and civil society to create a culture of privacy and trust
   

What we’ll cover:

• The evolving role of advocacy in Africa’s data protection landscape
   
• Practical strategies for DPOs to engage with advocates and influence policy
   
• Real-world stories of advocacy shaping regulatory change and awareness
   
• Overcoming barriers to compliance and public understanding
   
• Interactive Q&A with leading voices in data protection advocacy
   

Moderator:
Lorato Kgosidiile (Botswana) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorato-kgosidiile-11bb59201/ 

Panelists:

• Maha Jouini (Tunisia) https://www.linkedin.com/in/maha-jouini/
   
• Dr. Mugambi Laibuta (Kenya) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mugambiaibuta/
   
• Olumide Babalola (Nigeria) https://www.linkedin.com/in/olumide-babalola/
   
• Igxtelle Dopgima (Cameroon) https://www.linkedin.com/in/igxtelle-dopgima/
   

Whether you’re shaping privacy programs, navigating complex laws, or looking to make a broader impact, this session will equip you with insights and connections to advance data protection in your country and across the continent.