CIPESA works to promote inclusive and effective use of ICT in Africa for improved governance and livelihoods.Promoting Internet Freedom in Africa - The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) works to promote effective and inclusive ICT policy and practice for improved governance, livelihoods, and human rights in Africa.

Core values

- **Promoting Digital Rights and Freedom**: CIPESA works to defend and expand the digital civic space, protecting and promoting human rights, and advancing democratic governance[4].
- **Inclusive and Effective Policies**: CIPESA informs and shapes policies related to digital access, use, and perception, ensuring they are inclusive and effective[5].
- **Empowering Civil Society**: Through initiatives like the CADE project, CIPESA empowers civil society organizations to participate more actively in digital policy processes, enhancing their capacity for cooperation and participation in multistakeholder digital governance[1].
- **Education and Awareness**: The organization initiates and supports education and awareness efforts, ensuring populations are well-informed and supportive of development efforts[1].
- **Addressing Specific Issues**: CIPESA addresses critical issues such as internet shutdowns, media freedom, journalists' safety, and digital accessibility for persons with disabilities[2][4].