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AfICTA 16th Quarterly eConference — The AU Digital Agenda 2030: Achievable or Unattainable?

AfICTA 16th Quarterly eConference

The AU Digital Agenda 2030: Achievable or Unattainable?

About the Event

In Africa’s pursuit of sustainable development and inclusive economic growth through technological advancement, the African Union’s Digital Agenda 2030 stands as a transformative vision. It is designed to leverage digital technologies to drive economic diversification, bridge socio-economic disparities and position Africa as a globally competitive digital economy. Yet its goals face challenges such as infrastructure deficits, policy gaps, governance issues and limited access to digital tools across the continent.

The 16th AfICTA eConference is organized by the West African region to engage stakeholders from across Africa and beyond in a robust discussion on the AU Digital Agenda 2030, examining its feasibility and the practical steps needed to achieve its objectives. Industry experts, policymakers, innovators and thought leaders assess whether the agenda’s aspirations are realistic or unattainable under current circumstances.

By questioning its achievability, participants share expertise and offer actionable recommendations to drive Africa’s digital transformation forward.

What we set out to do

Webinar Objectives

  1. To examine the current progress of the AU Digital Agenda 2030: analyze the implementation of digital policies, infrastructure development and key milestones across African nations.
  2. To explore the role of collaboration: the importance of public-private partnerships, regional cooperation and international support in achieving the digital transformation goals.
  3. To evaluate the challenges and barriers: financing gaps, policy bottlenecks and socio-economic challenges.
  4. To identify opportunities for accelerating digital transformation: innovative solutions, best practices and strategic interventions that could make the targets achievable.
  5. To foster dialogue between stakeholders: encourage knowledge exchange among policymakers, industry leaders and civil society organizations.
Resource Persons

Speakers

Moderating & Hosting

MMr. Inye Kemabonta

Mr. Inye Kemabonta

AfICTA Nigeria National Coordinator & CEO, Tech Law Development Services (Moderator)

MMs. Arinola Akinyemi

Ms. Arinola Akinyemi

CEO, DigiSphere Investment Ltd & AfICTA Vice-Chair, West Africa (Hosting Vice-Chair)

Speakers

MMr. Adil Suleiman

Mr. Adil Suleiman

Senior Policy Officer, Telecom & ICT, Department of Infrastructure and Energy, African Union Commission

MMs. Maud Adjeley Ashong Elliot

Ms. Maud Adjeley Ashong Elliot

Lecturer, IT Studies Department, University of Professional Studies, Accra

MMr. Alex Ntale

Mr. Alex Ntale

Chief Executive Officer, Rwanda ICT Chamber

Webinar Programme

Agenda

Date and Time

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 · 9:00 UTC

9:00 UTC

Welcome Remarks · 5 mins

Ms. Ulandi Exner, Chair, AfICTA

9:06 UTC

Introduction · 10 mins

The moderator introduces the invited speakers
Mr. Inye Kemabonta, AfICTA National Coordinator, Nigeria

9:16 UTC

Presentation · 40 mins

Moderator: Mr. Inye Kemabonta, AfICTA National Coordinator, Nigeria
Presenter (30 mins): Mr. Adil Suleiman, African Union Commission
Panel discussion (20 mins): Ms. Maud Adjeley Ashong Elliot (University of Professional Studies, Accra), Mr. Alex Ntale (Rwanda ICT Chamber)

9:56 UTC

Q&A Session · 20 mins

Moderator: Mr. Inye Kemabonta

10:26 UTC

Closing Remarks · 5 mins

Ms. Arinola Akinyemi, AfICTA Vice-Chair, West Africa

Thank You

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