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AFRICAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS UNION

Founded in 1977 as a specialized agency of the Organisation of African Unity, now African Union, in the field of telecommunications, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU-UAT) took its present name in 1999. This led to the transformation of the agency into a partnership between public and private stakeholders in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector.

WHO WE ARE!

AFRICA TELECOMMUNICATIONS UNION

Founded in 1977 as a specialised agency of the Organisation of African Unity, now African Union, in the field of telecommunications, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU-UAT) took its present name in 1999. This led to the transformation of the agency into a partnership between public and private stakeholders in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector.

ATU-UAT provides a forum for stakeholders involved in ICT to formulate effective policies and strategies aimed at improving access to information infrastructure and services. In addition, the Union represents the interests of its members at global decision-making conferences and promotes initiatives aimed at integrating regional markets, attracting investment into ICT infrastructure, and building institutional and human capacity.

Upcoming Events

16 February, Monday - -
E-Meeting – Nairobi

09 March, Monday - -
E-Meeting – Nairobi

16 March, Monday - -
E-Meeting – Nairobi

Upcoming Events

ATU Online Capacity Buildin...

ATU Online Capacity Building on NGSO Satellite Networks

16February
2026

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E-Meeting – ...

Task Group Emerging Tech

Task Group Emerging Tech

09March
2026

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E-Meeting – ...

Task Group Spectrum Recomme...

Task Group Spectrum Recommendations

16March
2026

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E-Meeting – ...

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