The 2023 edition of HakiConf Looks at Preserving Digital Rights During the Election Period


Clique ICI pour lire ce blog en Francais #HakiConf2023 in a nutshell! The fourth edition of the annual HakiConf, the “Conference on Human Rights in the Digital Age in the DRC”, under the main theme “Preserving Digital Rights During the Electoral Period in the DRC“, was held in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, from 14 … Continue reading The 2023 edition of HakiConf Looks at Preserving Digital Rights During the Election Period

Celebrate the Milestone: Lac Vert Neighborhood Welcomes a New Library!


Discover a world of knowledge at Lac Vert’s new library, a collaborative initiative by Élimu Technology Center and Books For Congo. With 795 diverse books, this vibrant space invites learners to explore philosophy, literature, and the sciences. Support our Rudi Education program to empower young minds and shape a brighter future!

Grâce au partenariat avec Books For Congo, le quartier Lac Vert a désormais une bibliothèque !


Le Centre de Formation en Informatique de base et de pratique professionnelle, Elimu Technology Center, basé à Goma, annonce l’ouverture de sa nouvelle bibliothèque. Cette initiative a été rendue possible grâce au généreux don de 795 livres offerts par l’organisation Books For Congo. Ces livres, répartis dans diverses catégories telles que la philosophie et la … Continue reading Grâce au partenariat avec Books For Congo, le quartier Lac Vert a désormais une bibliothèque !

Civil society actors must understand emerging technologies: Reflecting on my participation in the Tech Camp for Civic Space Defenders


By Arsene Tungali (Originally published at the APC Blog.) From 7 to 10 March 2023, I had the privilege of attending the Tech Camp hosted at Stanford University (California), a collaboration between Stanford’s Global Digital Policy Incubator and the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law. The aim of the Tech Camp was to bring together around … Continue reading Civil society actors must understand emerging technologies: Reflecting on my participation in the Tech Camp for Civic Space Defenders

Rudi International trains educators and media practitioners on digital security in Goma


This post was originally published in French here. On Saturday May 20, Rudi International hosted a digital security training for teachers and journalists at Elimu Technology Centre, its computer training center. This training is part of the series of activities organized with the support of Internews through its regional ccHub. These are digital security audits … Continue reading Rudi International trains educators and media practitioners on digital security in Goma

The touching story of Christine, a student supported by Rudi International


Christine’s letter shows how important education is for disadvantaged children. It also shows that determination and faith can help overcome obstacles and achieve one’s dreams. For Christine, Rudi International has been a real guardian angel who has helped her continue her studies and believe in herself.

L’histoire touchante de Christine, une élève encadrée par Rudi International


“Je remercie le Seigneur notre Dieu. Je remercie également notre partenaire Rudi International qui m’a scolarisé depuis l’école primaire jusqu’à la où je suis. Vraiment je crois en Dieu, le père tout puissant. Je n’avais pas l’espoir d’étudier parce que, quand mon père était mort, ma mère, elle n’avait pas même du travail pour me scolariser mais grâce à Dieu, qui est très grand, je suis à l’école aujourd’hui.”

Engaging Congolese Legislators on Progressive ICT Policy Making


Rudi International has successfully engaged members of the National Assembly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) on the country’s prevailing ICT policy landscape, how to champion formulation of progressive laws on privacy and data protection, and the need to ally with digital rights organizations