2024 witnessed remarkable progress with legislative activities, with countries enacting new data protection laws, amending existing ones, and establishing DPAs. Some countries published regulations, guidelines, and implementation documents. There was increased discussion on AI governance, with the development of national AI strategies, participation in global AI initiatives, and the introduction of proposed laws. The year also saw increased enforcement actions. This report provides an overview of Africa's data protection and AI governance landscape in 2024, primarily focusing on trends and developments.

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