The East Africa Open Data Fest provides a platform for sharing the experiences on the adoption of Open Data and also create opportunities for investment and partnerships related to Open Data. EAODF aims at achieving the following specific objectives: convene a growing network of local leaders to support and elevate ongoing work; ensure continuity of the open data conversation in East Africa; support a national and regional open data culture; promote market-led open data and create long lasting partnership opportunities; and develop an expert platform for learning, debate and collaboration between open data stakeholders…. (more)
Author: Open Data Watch
Open Data Watch is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that works at the intersection of open data and official statistics. It monitors the accessibility and comprehensiveness of official data in over 180 countries and provides practical information and assistance in implementing open data policies and systems. The Open Data Watch team has unparalleled experience in development data and is committed to making open data a global reality in support of Sustainable Development Goals.