Governing Africa’s Digital Future With Integrity
We strengthen institutional capacity, ethics and governance readiness in an era defined by artificial intelligence and digital transformation. AGCIH supports African institutions to adopt technology in ways that protect dignity, prevent harm and promote inclusive development.
Who We Are
A governance and innovation hub working at the intersection of technology, ethics and the public interest.
The Africa Governance & Civic Innovation Hub (AGCIH) is a policy and innovation think tank supporting African governments, regulators and public institutions to navigate the ethical, social and governance implications of emerging technologies. Our work is grounded in African realities, ethical leadership and the belief that innovation must be governed responsibly to build systems that future generations can trust.
Our Strategic Pillars
Three core pillars guide our work across Africa’s digital governance landscape.
Responsible AI & Data Governance
Ethical AI frameworks, algorithmic impact assessments, risk mitigation tools and data governance guidance tailored to African public institutions.
Learn more →Digital Governance & Public Sector Innovation
Strengthening institutional readiness, leadership and governance systems to support sustainable digital transformation in the public sector.
Learn more →Policy Research, Foresight & Civic Innovation
Evidence-based policy work, futures thinking and civic technology initiatives that support accountability, participation and long-term planning.
Learn more →Featured Insight
Thought leadership from AGCIH’s work at the intersection of governance and innovation.
Africa’s Digital Decade: Why Governance Must Lead Innovation
As AI and digital systems reshape public life, governance must provide the ethical compass and institutional backbone for responsible innovation. This insight outlines why governance cannot lag behind technology in Africa’s digital decade.
Read more →Partner With Us
AGCIH collaborates with governments, regulators, multilateral organisations, academia and civic innovators.
We work alongside institutions that are ready to engage with AI, data and digital transformation in a deliberate, ethical and governance-aligned way. Whether you are designing a national AI framework, strengthening regulatory capacity or exploring civic innovation, AGCIH is a strategic partner for responsible digital futures.