Open Cities Lab (OCL) is pleased to announce that we are joining the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA), a UN-endorsed multi-stakeholder initiative working to accelerate
Leadership Update As we step into this next phase, we also want to share an important update with our community. After steering OCL through a
All across Africa, in cities, towns, innovation hubs, government offices, and community spaces, people are quietly and consistently building the digital foundations of our continent’s
Open Cities Lab enters a new chapter with Megan Wadge continuing as CEO and executive director, following a successful co-leadership model with outgoing founder Richard
The 2024 elections in South Africa mark a pivotal evolution in the country’s democratic process, introducing significant reforms that could reshape the political landscape. Among
As we approach the 2024 elections in South Africa, voters will encounter significant updates to the voting process. These changes, set by the Electoral Amendment
When you vote in the 2024 South African elections, you’re participating in a process that determines who makes the big decisions for the country and
At OCL, we have just kicked off a 6 month SMART Work Trial for Open Cities Lab where we, among other things, are implementing a
Cities are not just the heartbeat of our global society but also the crucible of innovation and change. Beyond the obvious economic reasons, cities play
Women’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the progress we’ve made in inclusion. We are reminded to recommit ourselves to a world where every
