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MWC Doha 26: Côte d’Ivoire and GSMA sign MoU to improve smartphone affordability

Côte d’Ivoire has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the GSMA to improve smartphone affordability and expand access to mobile internet, with the National Agency for Universal Telecommunications/ICT Service (ANSUT) leading implementation under

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ITU PP-26 Doha: African Union calls for integrated energy and digital infrastructure planning to sup...

The African Union (AU) Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, H.E. Lerato D. Mataboge, has called for an integrated approach to energy and digital infrastructure development to support Africa’s digital transformation and strengthen the continent’s pa

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ITU PP-26 Doha: Ghana calls for results-driven ITU strategic plan to bridge Africa’s digital divide

Ghana has called for a results-driven International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Strategic Plan for 2027–2030, urging stronger international cooperation and investment to bridge Africa’s digital divide and ensure equitable access to emerging technologies

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ITU PP-26 Doha: Namibia reaffirms commitment to inclusive digital transformation at ITU Conference

Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding universal and meaningful connectivity, strengthening artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity capacity, and promoting digital inclusion as part of efforts to ensure equitable participation in the di

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ITU PP-26 Doha: iPRIS Alumni reconnect at ITU Plenipotentiary Conference in Doha to strengthen regul...

Several alumni of the International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) iPRIS programme have reconnected at the 2026 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar, highlighting the importance of continued cooperation and knowledge exchange among telec

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ITU PP-26 Doha: Gabon seeks ITU Council seat for 2027–2030 at ITU Plenipotentiary Conference in Doha

Gabon is seeking election to a seat on the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for the 2027–2030 period as member states gather in Doha, Qatar, for the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26).

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ITU PP-26 Doha: Ethel Cofie calls for stronger African influence in ITU digital policy negotiations...

Technology and digital policy expert, Ethel Cofie has called on African countries to push for stronger commitments on financing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) and internet connectivity at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Pleni

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ICASA calls for greater regulatory alignment to support Africa’s single digital market

South Africa’s Independent Communications Authority (ICASA) has called for greater regulatory alignment and collaboration among African countries to address cross-border communications challenges, reduce regulatory fragmentation and support the growth of

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Senegal Space Agency Director highlights AI and innovation in preparing young people for future jobs

The Director General of the Senegalese Space Studies Agency (ASES), Maram Kaire, has highlighted the role of innovation, artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies in shaping the future of work during discussions at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympi

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Kenya Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait reflects on Country’s data protection journey at stakehol...

Kenya’s Data Commissioner, Immaculate Kassait, has joined chief executive officers and key stakeholders for a breakfast dialogue examining the country’s progress in establishing its data protection framework, the development of regulatory institutions and

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