This 2-week online course equips UN analysts and data practitioners with practical skills to systematically assess and improve data quality using Python.

Learning how to use data for policymaking can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. As part of the Data to Policy Initiative, this series of interactive trainings help policymakers in government learn how to make data-informed policymaking. Using the framework from UNDP’s Data to Policy Navigator, participants will work on their own challenges and gain knowledge that translates into immediate, tangible impact.

This course presents the main principles, concepts, and approaches of the Tropical Agriculture Platform (TAP) Common Framework on Capacity Development for Agricultural Innovation Systems (CDAIS), developed by international experts to strengthen innovation capacities in low- and middle-income countries. The course consists of 6 lessons, of approximately 30-40 minutes duration each: Lesson 1 – Agricultural Innovation Systems – concepts and elements Lesson 2 – Capacity development for Agricultural Innovation Systems (AIS) Lesson 3 – Capacity needs assessments and strengthening at innovation niche level Lesson 4 – Capacity needs assessments and strengthening at organization level Lesson 5 – Strengthening the enabling environment Lesson 6 – The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning framework

Recent technological advances with emerging technologies like Artificial intelligence, Big data, the Internet of Things, Mobile banking, and many others offer multiple opportunities to optimize the governance of cities and territories in Africa. In a context of rapid urban transformation, digital governance then emerges as a key element to promote Digital Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability, and Public Participation in urban management while building more Safe, Resilient and Inclusive African cities. Through Case Studies, Experience Sharing, Expert Testimonies, and Learning Materials, this MOOC aims to equip participants with tools to transform urban systems through digital-based solutions for more Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable African Cities.