FactCheckAfrica Wins Inclusive Future Award at Tech Summit in Kenya
By Oyewale Oyelola
FactCheck Africa has emerged winner of the Inclusive Future Award at at the ongoing Summit on People-Centred Technologies in Africa in Nairobi, Kenya.
The FactCheck Africa Program Lead, Mustapha Lawal received the award on Wednesday at the Continental Summit.
According to him, We are thrilled to announce that FactCheck Africa’s Digital Democracy Suites Project has been awarded the Inclusive Future Award, which comes with a $5,000 USD prize, at the ongoing Summit on People-Centred Technologies in Africa in Nairobi, Kenya!
FactualTimes reports that an independent committee of seven judges from different organizations across the African continent unanimously picked the organisation championing information integrity.
The Organisation reportedly presented tech solutions designed with safety to be benchmarks of inclusion, transparency, accountability, and governance.
“From showcasing our innovations at the booth to engaging with changemakers, innovators, and civic-tech leaders from across Africa, this summit has been an incredible space for learning, connection, and collaboration. Having our work recognized on this continental stage makes the moment even more special. ” FactCheck Africa posted on social media page.
“Through our Digital Democracy Suites (KedereAI, GovQuest, and PowerDecks), we are exploring how civic technology can make information more accessible, strengthen citizen participation, and help communities engage more meaningfully with the systems that shape their lives.”
They applauded Naijayouthfund for supporting the Digital Democracy Lab project, which paved the way for the co-creation and development of these innovative tools.
FactCheck Africa dedicated the award to over 1,000 community members across the six Southwestern states in Nigeria.
The Founder of the Organisation who is the Global Director of Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI), Olasupo Abideen also graced the event.