In today’s data-driven world, information is often hailed as the “new oil.” But unlike finite natural resources, data is renewable, dynamic, and grows exponentially. Its value, however, depends on how…
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Data Free Flows with Trust: Bridging the Gap Between Global Principles and Local Realities
By Andy Teye0Today, the movement of data across borders has become as vital as the movement of goods and capital. The principle of Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT), first popularized by…

DATA FORMATS TO WORK WITH AS DATA PROFESSIONALS
By Andy Teye0File format is a critical aspect of the data profession. While tools and roles often grab the spotlight, knowing how to manage and work with different file formats is very…

Leveraging Data to Tailor Church Teachings and Ministry to Diverse Congregational Needs
By Richard Kafui0This article emphasizes the importance of data-driven strategies for churches to effectively cater to the diverse needs of their congregations. By collecting and analyzing demographic data, church leaders can tailor…

January 28: Data Privacy Day
By Richard Kafui0Why is Data Privacy important? January 28 is Data Privacy Day which is “an international effort to create awareness about the importance of respecting privacy, safeguarding data and enabling trust”.…

Data Initiatives Worth Exploring in Ghana Part 2
By Richard Kafui0Part one of this article discussed data initiatives such as data commons, data exchanges and marketplaces, and open data platforms in dealing with the challenge of lack of unbiased data…

Data Initiatives Worth Exploring in Ghana Part 1
By Richard Kafui0On the 12 November 2020, I had the rare privilege of being part of a panel discussion on the “opportunities and challenges for Responsible AI in Africa” as part of…