Africa Child Online Safety Alliance
A continental alliance connecting organisations and partners to advance children's safety, rights and wellbeing in the digital environment.
Who we are
ACOSA connects organisations working on child online safety across Africa to share knowledge and resources, strengthen capacity, support policy advocacy and act together. The Alliance was established at the inaugural Africa Child Online Protection Summit in Addis Ababa in November 2024.
An Africa where every child can explore and thrive in the digital world safely, confidently and without fear of harm.
ACOSA Summit
AI, Children and Age-Appropriate Digital Participation
Governments, technology companies, civil society, researchers, development partners and young people meet in Dakar to shape a safer, more inclusive digital future for children. Building on Addis Ababa (2024) and Nairobi (2025).
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Our members
12 organisations in 12 countries, each working in its own community and together through ACOSA.
What we do
Connecting organisations across Africa to share expertise, resources and good practice against online risks.
Learn MoreInfluencing policies and practices that put children's online safety first, in line with the African Union's vision for child protection.
Learn MoreTraining, awareness and capacity that help parents, educators and children navigate the digital world safely.
Learn MoreBuilding African evidence on emerging risks and developing tools for safer digital environments for children.
Learn MorePartnership, sponsorship, speaking and participation opportunities for the Dakar Summit are open now.
