About AGCIH
Ethical, inclusive, governance-led innovation for Africa’s digital era.
Who We Are
The Africa Governance & Civic Innovation Hub (AGCIH) is a governance, research and innovation hub that supports African governments, regulatory bodies and institutions to navigate the ethical, social and governance implications of emerging technologies.
We combine decades of governance experience with forward-looking digital policy insights to ensure that technology strengthens public institutions, protects rights and builds public trust instead of weakening them.
Our Focus
AGCIH works at the intersection of governance, artificial intelligence, digital transformation and the public interest. We are particularly focused on responsible AI, data governance, public sector innovation and civic technology.
Our Vision
A digitally transformed Africa where innovation is ethical, inclusive and grounded in strong governance systems.
Our Mission
To equip institutions with governance frameworks, ethical standards and leadership capacity needed to navigate AI and digital technologies responsibly and confidently.
Our Values
- Integrity – we uphold ethical leadership in all our work.
- Accountability – we advocate fair, transparent systems.
- Inclusion – technology must benefit all, not a few.
- Evidence – rigorous analysis guides our recommendations.
- Foresight – we help institutions prepare for the future.
- Public Interest – we prioritise dignity, protection and trust.
What Makes AGCIH Distinct
Governance + Technology Lens
We sit at the intersection of governance, AI and the public interest, bringing together legal, institutional and technical perspectives.
African Context
Our work is grounded in African realities, public sector experiences and the continent’s development priorities.
Non-Adversarial Approach
We work with governments and institutions as partners, offering practical guidance rather than adversarial advocacy.
Ethical & Future-Facing
We integrate ethics, foresight and long-term thinking into our analyses, frameworks and programmes.
Founder & Executive Director
Danai Hazel Kudya is a governance, rule of law and digital policy specialist with more than 15 years’ experience working across Zimbabwe and West Africa.
She has led justice reform, human rights, anti-corruption and civic space programmes with UN agencies, independent commissions and civil society, managing multi-million dollar initiatives funded by the UN Peacebuilding Fund, the European Union and bilateral partners.
Her transition into AI governance is driven by a commitment to ensuring that emerging technologies enhance fairness, rights and accountability rather than deepen inequalities.
Leadership & Advisory
AGCIH is supported by a growing network of advisors and partners across governance, law, technology, research and public policy. As the Hub grows, our structures will reflect technical expertise, ethical insight and African regional representation.
Our Team
AGCIH’s work is led by experienced governance, digital policy and innovation practitioners.
Leadership & Board
AGCIH is guided by a Founder & Executive Director and an independent Board of Trustees with expertise in governance, law, gender equality, digital transformation, finance and youth innovation.
Together, they provide strategic direction and ethical oversight for AGCIH’s work on AI governance, digital transformation and public-sector innovation.
Our Governance Framework
As a governance and public-sector innovation trust, AGCIH is anchored in clear governance arrangements that emphasise integrity, accountability and public interest.
Our Governance & Board Charter outlines how the Board functions, how decisions are made and how we steward the organisation’s mission and values.