Independent. Africa Rooted. Public Interest First.

Where African law meets technology, we stand for the public interest.

The African Centre for Law and Public Interest Technology researches, litigates, advises and convenes on the legal and regulatory dimensions of technology, so that Africa's digital transformation is grounded in the rule of law, respects fundamental rights and serves every community.

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Our VisionAn Africa where law and technology work together to advance justice, protect rights and drive inclusive development for all.
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About the Centre

An institution built for a defining challenge of this decade

Africa's rapid digitalisation is reshaping economies and societies faster than the legal frameworks meant to govern them. ACLPIT was conceived to close that gap: an independent, Africa rooted centre that combines rigorous legal expertise with a genuine understanding of technology.

We bridge the divide between policymakers, technologists, regulators and the communities affected by digital transformation, so that law becomes a tool not only for managing risk but for enabling responsible innovation and protecting fundamental rights, particularly for underserved and vulnerable communities.

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Practice Areas

Six pillars of law and public interest technology

Each pillar addresses a distinct but interconnected dimension of digital transformation across the continent.

Data Protection and Privacy

Supporting the development and enforcement of data protection laws across the continent, and advising public and private actors on responsible data governance.

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Artificial Intelligence and Algorithmic Accountability

Examining the legal and ethical implications of AI deployment in both public and private sectors, so that algorithmic systems remain accountable to the people they affect.

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Digital Justice and Legal Technology

Advancing the use of technology to improve access to justice, court efficiency and legal service delivery across African justice systems.

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Fintech, Digital Finance and Consumer Protection

Supporting sound regulation of mobile money, digital lending and other financial technologies that millions of Africans rely on every day.

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Blockchain and Public Registries

Exploring the application of blockchain and distributed ledger technology to land administration, business registration and other public records.

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Digital Rights and Internet Governance

Protecting freedom of expression, association and access to information in digital spaces, and shaping internet governance that serves the public.

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Why ACLPIT

Legal rigour with technological literacy

Our position between policymakers, technologists, regulators and communities is what makes our work possible. It is also what makes it credible.

Independent and non partisan

We maintain independence from government and commercial interests to preserve the credibility of our research and advocacy.

Africa rooted expertise

Our research and advice are built for African contexts and challenges, not imported from elsewhere.

From evidence to accountability

We move fluidly between generating evidence, shaping policy, building capacity and, where rights are at stake, pursuing accountability through the courts.

A convener trusted across sectors

Government, industry, civil society and academia meet at our table to build shared understanding and coordinated solutions.

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What We Do

Services that carry ideas into impact

Research and Publications

Independent, high quality research on the legal, regulatory and ethical dimensions of emerging technologies, from artificial intelligence and blockchain to digital identity, data protection and fintech.

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Technical Advisory

Trusted advice to governments, regulators and public institutions on developing and strengthening legal and policy frameworks that keep pace with technological change while safeguarding rights.

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Training and Capacity Building

Programmes that equip lawyers, judges, regulators, technologists and policymakers to work confidently at the intersection of law and technology.

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Convenings and Dialogues

Multi stakeholder platforms where government, industry, civil society and academia meet to address emerging legal and policy questions in technology.

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Public Interest Litigation and Advocacy

Where rights are at stake, the Centre pursues accountability through the courts, backed by rigorous legal analysis and principled advocacy.

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Let us shape Africa's digital future together

Whether you are a government, regulator, technology company, civil society organisation or researcher, we would like to hear from you.

  • Physical AddressPlot 1 Lourdel Road, Lourdel Towers, 5th Floor
  • Postal AddressP.O. BOX 133174 Kampala–Uganda
  • Office HoursMonday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm EAT

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