By: Kanto Kai Okanta
Uganda is participating in
the 7th African Telecommunications Union (ATU) Plenipotentiary Conference in
Abuja, Nigeria, joining policymakers and telecommunications stakeholders from
across the continent to help shape Africa’s digital future.
The conference brings
together member states to define the strategic direction of the African
Telecommunications Union and strengthen regional cooperation on information and
communications technology (ICT) development.
Uganda’s delegation is
contributing to discussions focused on expanding affordable connectivity,
strengthening digital skills and promoting greater collaboration among African
countries to accelerate digital transformation.
The deliberations are also
addressing strategies to foster innovation, enhance digital inclusion and
support sustainable economic growth through the development of resilient
communications infrastructure and services.
The ATU Plenipotentiary
Conference serves as the organisation’s highest decision-making body, providing
member states with an opportunity to review priorities, adopt policies and
reinforce cooperation on issues affecting the continent’s digital economy.
