Building local conditions for responsible technology
About
TECHila Law is an independent think-tank, committed to building local conditions for responsible technology. We work accross Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Digital rights.
We are based in Pretoria, and we work with partners accross the globe.
What we do
Research | Consulting Advisory | Trainingon the responsible governance of Ai, Cybersecurity and Digital Rights
We offer selected consulting engagements to public, private and civil society organisations navigating the legal, governance and operational questions raised by Ai systems, cybersecurity and digital rights.
Advisory & Policy Engagement
Independent analysis and strategic advice on selected questions relating to Ai, cybersecurity, law, policy and governance.
Read moreTraining & Capacity Building
Tier-sensetive training, capacity building and skills transfer on Ai, cybersecurity and digital rights for various organisational audiences.
Read moreTech Governance
The structures required to govern tech systems responsibly, including governance frameworks, accountability structures, incident management and oversight mechanisms.
Read moreResponsible 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.
Our research agenda
All our work departs from research and evidence as a foundational basis. Explore our Research Agenda which covers
Recent public-facing research
Below is our recent public-facing research output, which often appears in policy briefs, peer-reviewed journals, and reports & multilateral policy proceedings.
The Need for International AI Governance: Insights from the UN’s Governing AI for Humanity Report, with an African Perspective
Why Africa’s meaningful participation is essential to the legitimacy, fairness and effectiveness of global AI governance.
Analysing the Impact of Ai on rights of persons living with disabilities in Africa
In this contribution, we take a closer look at the rights of persons with disabilities and the impact that AI will have on these rights, with a particular focus on the African context.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Children’s Right in Africa: A primer
In this primer, we explore the relationship between AI and children’s rights. We explore in more detail the impact of AI of children’s rights within the specific African context, through an intersectional lens
Our Approach
Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital rights raise difficult questions for organisations of all kinds.
Our work seeks to improve the quality of decision-making & governance frames in this landscape, by bringing clarity to these difficult questions. Specifically, our work examines how leaders, institutions, and communities can respond strategically, lawfully and responsibly as advanced digital technologies become more capable and more widely deployed.
This approach brings together legal, technical, and strategic perspectives to identify the questions that matter, clarify the available options, and develop practical step plans to drive implemention.
Our Leadership
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Dr. Kgomosotho brings a wealth of experience at the intersection of law, advanced technologies, business and human rights. He leads our mission to build local conditions for responsible, lawful technology in South Africa and Africa.
He holds a PhD from the University of Vienna, and an Attorney of the High Court. His expertise includes Ai governance, cybersecurity, data protection, military Ai, human rights, and corporate legal practice.
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Tech Governance Resources
Explore legislation, policy and reports on the governance of Ai, cyber resilience, data, and digital rights, with South Africa and Africa at the centre.