Software Consultant & Policy Advisor at Heritech Consulting
Joined on January 7, 2026
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Segunfunmi Olajide is a policy advisor, tech consultant, and advocate for internet governance in Africa. He leads Heritech Consulting, advising businesses, governments, and NGOs on policy, regulatory, and digital strategy. As Vice-Chair and Policy Coordinator of the Business Constituency (BC) at ICANN, Segunfunmi works to ensure that global internet policies reflect the needs of brands and stakeholders across Africa. He is passionate about bridging technology, policy, and business to drive growth, protect intellectual property, and expand opportunities in the digital economy.
Africa is rapidly emerging as a critical testing ground for AI governance, where fast adoption, evolving digital ecosystems, and uneven institutional readiness are exposing regulatory gaps with global implications. more
Global digital policy frameworks often overlook the realities of African SMEs, imposing compliance standards shaped by mature economies and infrastructure, thereby constraining innovation, competitiveness, and inclusion in the digital economy. more