WEBINAR | INTERGENERATIONAL DIALOGUE: AFRICA TRENDS ON DEMOCRACY | INSIGHTS FROM THE GLOBAL CONTEXT
Join HiA Network Founder Femi Omere!
Intergenerational Dialogue: Africa Trends on Democracy. Insights from the Global Context
(Attend virtually or in person)
Background:
Building upon the momentum generated at the recently held Summit for Democracy (S4D3) in Seoul, Republic of Korea, the spotlight on Africa’s democratic landscape has intensified. Against the backdrop of findings from the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Democracy Index, the imperative to strengthen democratic institutions and counter authoritarian tendencies has become increasingly urgent. Africa is at the forefront of this global discussion due to its diverse political tapestry, which is characterized by distinctive contexts and challenges. As we navigate through a series of pivotal elections, including presidential, legislative, and general elections in countries such as Senegal, South Africa, and Mozambique, the need to scrutinize Africa’s democratic trajectory becomes paramount.
Presidential elections in Comoros, Mali, and Senegal have already taken place, with Chad, South Africa, and Mauritania poised to follow suit in the coming months. The electoral calendar for the year is filled with a flurry of democratic exercises, including presidential and legislative elections in countries like Rwanda, Mozambique, and Tunisia. Additionally, general elections in Botswana and legislative polls in Togo, Madagascar, Malawi, and Somalia further underscore the vibrancy of Africa’s democratic process. In light of these developments, the webinar “Africa Trends on Democracy: Insights from the Global Context” assumes critical significance.
This platform offers an opportunity to dissect Africa’s democratic journey, evaluating progress made, challenges encountered, and potential pathways for advancement. By harnessing insights from global trends and the experiences of diverse African nations, the webinar aims to foster a nuanced understanding of democracy in Africa. Through informed discussions and analysis, participants will gain valuable perspectives to inform policy, advocacy, and action aimed at consolidating democratic principles across the continent.
Date
- 16 Mei 2024
- Expired!
Time
- 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Local Time
- Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
- Date: 16 Mei 2024
- Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Location
- The Youth Cafe, Kitisuru Gardens, Getathuru Road, Nairobi, Kenya
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Speaker
Femi OmereFounder & Managing Director, Hosted in AfricaFemi is a Citizen of Nigerian and the United Kingdom (UK), he is the Founder and Managing Director of Hosted in Africa Group Limited, that established the HiA Network in 2021, which provides independent, self hosted, state of the art, virtual networking and collaboration spaces, targeting Global Africans, friends and allies. The HiA Network is actualising uBuntu and demonstrating Afrocentric excellence as a force for global good.
Femi has recently been appointed as an Independent Monitor in the Tanzanian mining sector, overseeing an Independent Grievance Mechanism and specifically its adherence to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Femi was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 1999, he practised in the UK for over a decade as a human rights specialist and remains an Associate Member of Garden Court Chambers London. Femi has been resident within the East African region since 2008 and in addition to providing legal services in the cross over between human rights and corporate commercial matters, he has become a recognised expert legal trainer.
Over the last few years, Femi has assisted the African Legal Support Facility, Strathmore University, the Law Society of Kenya, the International Senior Lawyers Project, the Uongozi Institute, the Law School of Tanzania, and A4ID, in respect of their capacity building efforts. Between 2017-2020, Femi, as its first Executive Director, played a leading role establishing the ALN Academy and continued to provide the organisation with independent advisory services after his departure.
This should be a full blooded exchange, which I look forward to.
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