West Africa School on Internet Governance 2026
The West Africa School on Internet Governance (WASIG) is a structured capacity-building programme designed to equip participants with practical knowledge and analytical tools to engage in regional and global digital governance processes.
Apply for WASIG 2026Curriculum Focus
- Digital sovereignty frameworks
- AI governance and accountability
- Platform regulation & economic justice
- Cybersecurity and digital resilience
Learning Format
- Expert-led lectures
- Interactive policy labs
- Case-based exercises
- Regional policy simulation
Expected Outcomes
- Strengthened policy literacy
- Regional leadership development
- Contribution to WAIGF outputs
Agenda Overview
- Day 1: Governance Foundations & Sovereignty
- Day 2: AI, Platforms & Digital Market Integration
Official Announcement
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WASIG 2026 Selected Fellows
Following a highly competitive selection process with over hundreds of applications across West Africa, we are pleased to announce the successful fellows for the 2026 West Africa School on Internet Governance (WASIG).
Congratulations to all selected participants who will be engaging in the next steps until the in-person meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone.