About Us
Techila Law is a technology governance practice, providing independent technology governance for boards and organisations navigating Ai, cybersecurity, digital rights and emerging technologies.
With a focus on people, process and tools, we help organisations keep their technology systems under control, so that they remain safe, compliant, accountable and human-centred.
Research & Evidence-driven. Locally focused. Globally informed.
Governance.
Advisory.
Training.
We help leaders respond to technology risk with governance that is practical, evidence-based and appropriate to their legal, operational and institutional context.
Technology Governance
Technology Governance frameworks for organisations overseeing AI, cybersecurity, data and digital rights — with a focus on strategy, implementation, risk, resilience and accountability.
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Strategic & indepenednt advisory for organisations navigating technology decisions accross Ai, Cybersecurity, data, digital rights and emerging technology.
Read more →Training & Capacity Building
Tier-sensetive training, capacity building and skill transfer on Ai, Cybersecurity and digital rights foe various organisational audiences.
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You will enjoy working
with us if
Our work is particularly suited to institutions where technology decisions have strategic, regulatory, operational or public-interest consequences.
You are a board, executive committee or senior management team needing expert guidance on technology, strategy, risk and investment decisions.
You are making technology decisions that affect public services, citizens, sensitive information or institutional trust.
You are responsible for technology, AI, cybersecurity, data or digital rights within your organisation.
Your organisation is already using AI or other emerging technologies, and you need to establish, implement or strengthen governance frameworks.
You have policies and frameworks in place, but need independent assurance to assess whether your technology governance works in practice.
You are looking to comply with technology policies, standards and regulations, and need to translate them into practical governance.
You want to adopt new technology while managing risks and remaining accountable for how it is used and its consequences.
Your people are using AI faster than your organisation has been able to establish clear rules, responsibilities and safeguards.
You need to strengthen cybersecurity and resilience oversight or understand your organisation's technology risks.
You are concerned about AI-generated errors, bias, privacy, cybersecurity, automated decision-making or the use of unapproved AI tools.
You need to build internal capability in AI, cybersecurity or digital rights.
You are responsible for public-sector ICT, digital government or technology used in courts and justice systems.
You are operating across Africa, or entering African markets, and need to navigate technology governance in the African context.
The thinking behind the doing.
Research and evidence are the intellectual engines behind our work. They inform our advisory, capacity building and our governance solutions.
We track emerging technology developments, regulation, institutional developments and risks across South Africa, Africa and the wider global technology landscape.
Our latest research
Below is our recent public-facing research output, which often appears in policy briefs, peer-reviewed journals, reports & multilateral policy proceedings.
Ai and judicial Functions in South Africa
Research Paper Ai and Judicial Functions in South Africa This paper develops a framework for determining when AI may legitimately or lawfully assist judicial functions, and when its use displaces…
Shadow AI: The Ungoverned Layer of Artificial Intelligence use in South Africa
Policy Note Shadow AI: The Ungoverned Layer of Artificial Intelligence Use in South Africa Examining the incentives, risks and governance choices surrounding unsanctioned artificial intelligence use in South African organisations.…
The Need for International AI Governance: Insights from the UN’s Governing AI for Humanity Report, from an African Perspective
Why Africa’s meaningful participation is essential to the legitimacy, fairness and effectiveness of global AI governance.
Dr. Keketso Kgomosotho
Dr. Keketso Kgomosotho is the Founder and Executive Director of TECHila Law. He leads the firm's work at the intersection of technology, law and governance, with a particular focus on AI governance, cybersecurity, digital rights and emerging technology risk.
He brings a wealth of experience solving problems, designing solutions and leading projects at the intersection of technology governance, law, risk, human rights and institutional decision-making. While much of his work experience is locally grounded, it also extends internationally, including experts and appointments at the global level and African Union level.
Responsible Technology
Governance Compass
A practical reference point for the legal and governance instruments governing artificial intelligence systems, cybersecurity, data protection and digital rights in South Africa.
Research & evidence-driven.
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