EASTERN AFRICA REGIONAL DIGITAL INTEGRATION PROJECT
Driving digital market integration through affordable connectivity and seamless cross-border services in Eastern Africa.
The Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (EARDIP) is a World Bank financed series of projects aimed at advancing digital market integration in Eastern Africa by enhancing cross-border broadband connectivity, data flows and digital trade.
Through a collaborative approach, EARDIP seeks to create a robust and inclusive digital economy that accelerates economic integration and regional development.
COMPONENT 1: CONNECTIVITY
Supporting the development of terrestrial cross-border connectivity and expanding backbone and last-mile connectivity in the region.
CONPENENT 2:
DATA MARKET
Enabling secure data exchange, storage, and processing across regional borders while strengthening the cybersecurity environment.
COMPONENT 3:
DIGITAL MARKET
Supporting the integration and development of the online market through e-service enablers and digital skills training.
COMPONENT 4:
PROJECT MGT
Providing operational and technical assistance and capacity support for effective management and implementation of Project activities.
EARDIP LATEST NEWS
KEY DOCUMENTS
Environment and Social Commitment Plan
Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Management Plan (EWMP)
Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP)
GRIEVANCE MECHANISM
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The Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) is a structured and accessible process designed to receive, address, and resolve complaints and concerns related to the implementation of the Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (EARDIP). -
The Workers’ Grievance Redress Mechanism (WGM) provides a confidential and responsive system for addressing concerns raised by the EAC EARDIP project workers , including direct and contracted labour. It ensures compliance with labour laws and promotes fair and safe working conditions. -
The Project Grievance Redress Mechanism (PGM) for Stakeholders is designed to provide communities, stakeholders and other parties with a platform to raise concerns about project activities that may affect them directly or indirectly. It promotes community participation and enhances project accountability. -
The EARDIP upholds a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) or Sexual Harassment (SH). Proactive measures are in place to prevent, monitor, and respond to such incidents. Both GRMs will enable channels for grievances related to GBV and SEA/SH and will prioritise a survivor-centred approach.
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