With the rising integration of artificial intelligence, it has become imperative for businesses to include privacy and digital trust in their security practices. However, the same needs to be driven by policymakers and regulators to ensure that these laws do not hinder trade and businesses. What role does the government play here, and what are some of the best practices followed across the government in Africa?

In this session, Babatunde Bambigboye, head of legal enforcement regulations, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), will share expert insights on:

• The privacy implications on cross-border transfer of data;
• How various governments in Africa are ensuring privacy;
• Can there be a unified privacy law for Africa?