Leveraging Zambia’s Digitalization Agenda In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence

📅 July 18 - 19, 2024 📍Lusaka’s Taj Pamodzi Hotel

EVENT REGISTRATION & CALL FOR SESSION PROPOSALS!

The 2024 Lusaka Internet Meet-Up will be held at Lusaka’s Taj Pamodzi Hotel on July 18 and 19 2024 under the theme, “Leveraging Zambia’s digitalization agenda in the age of Artificial Intelligence”. The following are the 2024 sub-themes;
1. Infrastructure and Connectivity
2. Digital Rights and Inclusion
3. Cybersecurity and Data Protection
4. Technology and Electronic Services
5. Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence
Registration is now open for partners and interested stakeholders to participate and submit session proposals based on the themes highlighted above. The sessions can be in form of panel discussions, workshops, presentations, fireside-chats, exhibitions, demonstrations and other creative alternatives. The deadline to submit session proposals is June 30, 2024.

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SPEAKERS

Our Lusaka Internet Meet-Up features an exceptional lineup of speakers who are experts in their respective fields. These thought leaders will share their insights on various aspects of digital transformation, internet governance, and the future of connectivity in Zambia.

Hon. Felix Mutati
Minister of Technology & Science
Government of Zambia

Johan Hallenborg
Ambassador of Sweden to Zambia
Embassy of Sweden

Karolina Stasiak
EU Ambassador To The Republic of Zambia and COMESA
Lusaka, Zambia

Christopher W. Chagnon
University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland

Meral Karan
Director - Democracy, Human Rights & Governance
USAID, Zambia

Likando Luywa
Data Protection Commissioner
DPC - Zambia

Richard Mulonga
CEO
Bloggers Of Zambia

Levy Syanseke
Chapter President
Internet Society Zambia

Chilufya Theresa Mulenga
Chapter Vice President
Internet Society Zambia

Kampamba Nkole
Data Center Manager
Infratel Zambia

Joseph Chizongo
Project Specialist
Pybot Tech, Zambia

Thobekile Matimbe
Senior Manager
Paradigm Initiative (Zimbabwe)

Gbenga Sesan
Executive Director
Paradigm Initiative (Nigeria)

Muthuri Kathure
Advocacy Lead - East and Southern Africa
Mozilla (Kenya)

Wamundila Waliuya
Executive Director of Disability Rights
HRC Zambia

Pendo Manjele
Data and Analytics Senior Specialist
ZANACO

Mwiza Zulu
Artist/Activist
Fight Inequality Alliance

Maiko Zulu
Artist/Activist
Zambian Reggae Musician

Chinyota Msimuko
Event Moderator
Yipyap Media Owner

Martin Mwila
Cyber & Technology Governance Expert
Absa Bank Zambia PLC

James Basil Zulu
Cyber Security Activist
Lusaka, Zambia

Shuko Chunga
Executive Head Cloud and Cybersecurity
Liquid Intelligent Technologies

Victor Silumbwe, PhD
Team Lead Manager
Chibombo Child Development Agency

Misozi Tembo
Vice Board Chairperson
Bloggers of Zambia

WATCH LIVE!

Can’t attend the Lusaka Internet Meet-Up in person? No problem! You can watch all the sessions live from the comfort of your home. We are streaming the entire event on our Facebook page, ensuring that you don’t miss out on any of the insightful discussions and presentations.
Click the button below to register on Zoom!

Venue

The Lusaka Internet Meet-Up will be held at the prestigious Taj Pamodzi Hotel, a prime location known for its excellent facilities and welcoming atmosphere.

OUR SPONSORS

We are grateful for the support of our esteemed sponsors, whose contributions have made the Lusaka Internet Meet-Up possible. Their commitment to advancing digital inclusion and innovation in Zambia is invaluable.