DRIF26 Theme: Building Inclusive and Resilient Digital Futures

By Paradigm Initiative

DRIF is an important platform where conversations on digital policy in the Global South are shaped, policy directions debated and partnerships forged for action.

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Registration opens on 16th  February 2026.

Registration ends on 13th  April 2025.

‘Gbenga

Sesan

Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative ...................................................

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‘Gbenga

Sesan

Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative ...................................................

Adv Pansy

Tlakula

Chairperson of the Information Regulator of South Africa .............................

Adv. Pansy

Tlakula

Chairperson of the Information Regulator of South Africa .............................

#DRIF25 Keynote Speakers

Thobekile
Matimbe
Senior Manager, Partnerships and Engagements, PIN ………………
Usama
Khilji
Vice Chair, Global Network Initiative ………………………………………..
Adv Pansy
Tlakula
Chairperson of the Information Regulator of South Africa ………………………..
‘Gbenga
Sesan
Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative ……………………………………………
Beatrice
Mutali
United Nations Resident Coordinator & the UN Secretary General’s Representative in Zambia
‘Gbenga
Sesan
Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative ……………………………………………

DRIF offers a forum where discussions on digital rights, inclusion, and policy are shaped, policy trajectories are discussed, and partnerships are forged for action.

DRIF Forum has been crucial in establishing the scene for delving into Africa's digital landscape, discussing current issues, and showcasing solutions.

Every year, Paradigm Initiative and partners build on engagements from previous editions to build tangible solutions that address major digital rights and inclusion concerns.

The event brings together representatives from the government, legislature, civil society, non-governmental organisations, activists, academia, the technical community, and the private sector to address various topics centred on digital inclusion and rights.

DRIF has established itself as the arena for tough topical global issues around Internet rights, especially in Africa, consolidating views from civil society, technology companies, government, academia, and other stakeholders.

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Every year, Paradigm Initiative (PIN), working together with partners, convenes the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF), an event that brings together policymakers, technologists, civil society organisations, media representatives, creatives, donor community, government representatives and other stakeholders, sparking powerful conversations and pushing for meaningful change in the Global South. 
As convenors of the event, we at PIN cannot do this alone. Your donation helps us to amplify unheard voices, build stronger networks, and defend the digital freedoms we all deserve. Join us in making the Internet a space of inclusion, freedom and opportunity for all.

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