Nerima Wako-Ojiwa

Nerima Wako-Ojiwa, a Kenyan political analyst and Executive Director of Siasa Place, shares her insights on the recent protests in Kenya against police violence and corruption. She highlights the tragic story of Alfred Ojuang, which has mobilized young people to demand accountability before the 2027 elections. Wako-Ojiwa discusses the historical roots of activism in Kenya and the role of millennials and Gen Z in fighting for change, addressing the challenges they face, such as unemployment and education costs.

Nerima Wako-Ojiwa, director of Siasa Place, and Odanga Madung, a tech and society researcher, discuss the critical intersection of technology, labor rights, and political power in Africa. They delve into the exploitation of content moderators and AI data annotators, emphasizing the urgent need for labor rights advocacy. The duo highlights how governments use platform failures to impose censorship and surveillance. Additionally, they share insights on the potential of youth movements to drive a more just future, battling biases in tech and championing digital rights.