African Telecommunications Union|

ATU 1st Technical Council Committee Online Meeting
2026-03-05 12:30 (Europe/Moscow) | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Meeting Link

Draft Agenda-En

Draft Agenda-Fr

Meeting Link

No.
Item

1.
Opening and welcome remarks by SG

2.
Introduction of the new ATU Technical Council Committee ( Mandate/ ToR and management Team)

3.
Remarks of the newly appointed Chairperson

4.
Update or Consideration of the reports of the ATU ongoing technical studies:
a) Development Sector: Briefs on Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Consumers’ Rights;
b) Standardization Sector: Internet Governance Study, IXPs, Business Model & Tariff Model for BB Connectivity in rural areas, Policy Framework for FTTH and new projects for 2026/2027 budget year.
c) Radio Sector: Briefs on:
(1) Feasibility study for an African NGSO/LEO satellite system;
(2) Draft model on satellite licensing fees;
(3) Mobile broadband usage gap;
(4) International satellite systems coordination facilitation tool

5.
Recommendations and way forward

6.
Any other business

7.
Date of the next meeting

8.
Closing

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No.
Points

1.
Allocution d’ouverture et de bienvenue de SG

2.
Présentation du nouveau comité technique du Conseil de l’UAT (mandat/et équipe de direction)

3.
Mot du nouveau président

4.
Mise à jour ou prise en compte des rapports des études techniques en cours de l’UAT :
a) Secteur du développement : Notes d’information sur les études suivantes : cybersécurité, la blockchain et les droits des consommateurs ;
b) Secteur de la normalisation : étude sur la gouvernance d’Internet, points d’échange Internet (IXP), modèle commercial et modèle tarifaire pour la connectivité haut débit dans les zones rurales, cadre politique pour le FTTH et nouveaux projets pour l’exercice budgétaire 2026/2027.
c) Secteur radio : Notes d’information sur :
(1) Étude de faisabilité d’un système satellitaire africain NGSO/LEO ;
(2) Projet de modèle de redevances de licences satellitaires ;
(3) Écart d’utilisation du haut débit mobile ;
(4) Outil de facilitation de la coordination des systèmes satellitaires internationaux

5.
Recommandations et perspectives

6.
Divers

7.
Date de la prochaine réunion

8.
Clôture

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Meeting Link

Meeting Link

Draft Agenda-En

No.
Item

1.
Opening and welcome remarks by SG

2.
Introduction of the new ATU Technical Council Committee ( Mandate/ ToR and management Team)

3.
Remarks of the newly appointed Chairperson

4.
Update or Consideration of the reports of the ATU ongoing technical studies:
a) Development Sector: Briefs on Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Consumers’ Rights;
b) Standardization Sector: Internet Governance Study, IXPs, Business Model & Tariff Model for BB Connectivity in rural areas, Policy Framework for FTTH and new projects for 2026/2027 budget year.
c) Radio Sector: Briefs on:
(1) Feasibility study for an African NGSO/LEO satellite system;
(2) Draft model on satellite licensing fees;
(3) Mobile broadband usage gap;
(4) International satellite systems coordination facilitation tool

5.
Recommendations and way forward

6.
Any other business

7.
Date of the next meeting

8.
Closing

.
.

Draft Agenda-Fr

No.
Points

1.
Allocution d’ouverture et de bienvenue de SG

2.
Présentation du nouveau comité technique du Conseil de l’UAT (mandat/et équipe de direction)

3.
Mot du nouveau président

4.
Mise à jour ou prise en compte des rapports des études techniques en cours de l’UAT :
a) Secteur du développement : Notes d’information sur les études suivantes : cybersécurité, la blockchain et les droits des consommateurs ;
b) Secteur de la normalisation : étude sur la gouvernance d’Internet, points d’échange Internet (IXP), modèle commercial et modèle tarifaire pour la connectivité haut débit dans les zones rurales, cadre politique pour le FTTH et nouveaux projets pour l’exercice budgétaire 2026/2027.
c) Secteur radio : Notes d’information sur :
(1) Étude de faisabilité d’un système satellitaire africain NGSO/LEO ;
(2) Projet de modèle de redevances de licences satellitaires ;
(3) Écart d’utilisation du haut débit mobile ;
(4) Outil de facilitation de la coordination des systèmes satellitaires internationaux

5.
Recommandations et perspectives

6.
Divers

7.
Date de la prochaine réunion

8.
Clôture

.
.

Meeting Link

Draft Agenda-En

Draft Agenda-Fr

Meeting Link

No.
Item

1.
Opening and welcome remarks by SG

2.
Introduction of the new ATU Technical Council Committee ( Mandate/ ToR and management Team)

3.
Remarks of the newly appointed Chairperson

4.
Update or Consideration of the reports of the ATU ongoing technical studies:
a) Development Sector: Briefs on Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Consumers’ Rights;
b) Standardization Sector: Internet Governance Study, IXPs, Business Model & Tariff Model for BB Connectivity in rural areas, Policy Framework for FTTH and new projects for 2026/2027 budget year.
c) Radio Sector: Briefs on:
(1) Feasibility study for an African NGSO/LEO satellite system;
(2) Draft model on satellite licensing fees;
(3) Mobile broadband usage gap;
(4) International satellite systems coordination facilitation tool

5.
Recommendations and way forward

6.
Any other business

7.
Date of the next meeting

8.
Closing

.
.

No.
Points

1.
Allocution d’ouverture et de bienvenue de SG

2.
Présentation du nouveau comité technique du Conseil de l’UAT (mandat/et équipe de direction)

3.
Mot du nouveau président

4.
Mise à jour ou prise en compte des rapports des études techniques en cours de l’UAT :
a) Secteur du développement : Notes d’information sur les études suivantes : cybersécurité, la blockchain et les droits des consommateurs ;
b) Secteur de la normalisation : étude sur la gouvernance d’Internet, points d’échange Internet (IXP), modèle commercial et modèle tarifaire pour la connectivité haut débit dans les zones rurales, cadre politique pour le FTTH et nouveaux projets pour l’exercice budgétaire 2026/2027.
c) Secteur radio : Notes d’information sur :
(1) Étude de faisabilité d’un système satellitaire africain NGSO/LEO ;
(2) Projet de modèle de redevances de licences satellitaires ;
(3) Écart d’utilisation du haut débit mobile ;
(4) Outil de facilitation de la coordination des systèmes satellitaires internationaux

5.
Recommandations et perspectives

6.
Divers

7.
Date de la prochaine réunion

8.
Clôture

.
.

Meeting Link

Meeting Link

Draft Agenda-En

No.
Item

1.
Opening and welcome remarks by SG

2.
Introduction of the new ATU Technical Council Committee ( Mandate/ ToR and management Team)

3.
Remarks of the newly appointed Chairperson

4.
Update or Consideration of the reports of the ATU ongoing technical studies:
a) Development Sector: Briefs on Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Consumers’ Rights;
b) Standardization Sector: Internet Governance Study, IXPs, Business Model & Tariff Model for BB Connectivity in rural areas, Policy Framework for FTTH and new projects for 2026/2027 budget year.
c) Radio Sector: Briefs on:
(1) Feasibility study for an African NGSO/LEO satellite system;
(2) Draft model on satellite licensing fees;
(3) Mobile broadband usage gap;
(4) International satellite systems coordination facilitation tool

5.
Recommendations and way forward

6.
Any other business

7.
Date of the next meeting

8.
Closing

.
.

Draft Agenda-Fr

No.
Points

1.
Allocution d’ouverture et de bienvenue de SG

2.
Présentation du nouveau comité technique du Conseil de l’UAT (mandat/et équipe de direction)

3.
Mot du nouveau président

4.
Mise à jour ou prise en compte des rapports des études techniques en cours de l’UAT :
a) Secteur du développement : Notes d’information sur les études suivantes : cybersécurité, la blockchain et les droits des consommateurs ;
b) Secteur de la normalisation : étude sur la gouvernance d’Internet, points d’échange Internet (IXP), modèle commercial et modèle tarifaire pour la connectivité haut débit dans les zones rurales, cadre politique pour le FTTH et nouveaux projets pour l’exercice budgétaire 2026/2027.
c) Secteur radio : Notes d’information sur :
(1) Étude de faisabilité d’un système satellitaire africain NGSO/LEO ;
(2) Projet de modèle de redevances de licences satellitaires ;
(3) Écart d’utilisation du haut débit mobile ;
(4) Outil de facilitation de la coordination des systèmes satellitaires internationaux

5.
Recommandations et perspectives

6.
Divers

7.
Date de la prochaine réunion

8.
Clôture

.
.

Task Group on Emerging Technologies
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-12 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

New Recommendation on Spectrum Access for Terrestrial Entreprise Networks and the determination.
Identification of new topics to be addressed.

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Registration

Letters

Meeting Documents

REGISTER HERE

Meeting Documents

Registration

REGISTER HERE

Letters

Meeting Documents

Meeting Documents

Members are invited to submit contributions by Friday, 27 February 2026 via sg@atuuat.africa ,
copied to atu-r@atuuat.africa

Task Group Spectrum Recommendations
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-19 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

C-band coexistence between IMT and FSS.
4G and 5G different deployments (TDD/FDD) in the 2.6GHz.
Regulatory framework for A2G communication.
Spectrum needs for innovations/start-ups.
ATU-R Recommendation on Strengthening the Role of Amateur Radio in Africa.
Spectrum needs of Maritime, Meteorological and Aeronautical communications services (i.e.future use).
Modernization of Maritime, Meteorological and Aeronautical communications services (Handbook).
Review of ATU-R Recommendations 001-0, 002-0, 003-0 and 004-0.

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Programme

Programme

Study Group17 Regional Group for Africa (SG17RG-AFR)
2026-03-18 13:00 - 15:00 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Activity

Study Group 17 Regional Group for Africa (SG17RG-AFR)

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Link to Documents

Resources

Resources

Working Group 3 - Information Session on AI 1.13
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-26 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

Awareness for key issues regarding WRC-27 AI 1.13 (D2D).

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Programme

Programme

Invitation to the validation forum of Draft ATU-R Report on Mobile Broadband usage Gap in Africa
2026-03-27 13:00 - 15:00 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

New Recommendation on Spectrum Access for Terrestrial Entreprise Networks and the determination.
Identification of new topics to be addressed.

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Registration

Draft Report

Invitations

REGISTER HERE

Draft Report

Registration

REGISTER HERE

Draft Report

Draft Report

Invitations

Submit comments by 15 March 2026 to: sg@atuuat.africa (cc: atu-r@atuuat.africa)

Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR) Collocated with SG3 Regional Group for ARABs in Cairo, Egypt
2026-03-30 - 2026-03-31 | Cairo, Egypt
Link to Documents

Task Group Broadcasting
2026-04-06 - 2026-04-08 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

Digital Terrestrial Television Broadcasting (DTTB).
Frequency band data for ENG, SAB, SAP, OB, and PMSE applications.

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Programme

Programme

1st Meeting of the ATU Task Group on Satellite Resources on Regulatory and Licensing Fee Model Relating to Space Services
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-10 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

Draft ATU-R Recommendation on Satellite Services pricing.
Indentification of new topics to be addressed.

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Invitations

Registration

Documents

REGISTER HERE

Invitations

Registration

REGISTER HERE

Documents

1st Africa Preparatory meeting for WTSA-28 Back to Back with Regional Workshop on OTTs and Implementation of a Common Emergency Number in Africa at the Palms Airport City Hotel in Accra, Ghana
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Accra, Ghana
ACCRA, GHANA – The African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in collaboration with the Government of Ghana, has officially convened the 1st African Preparatory Meeting (APM-1) for the 2028 World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-28). Taking place from 13th to 17th April 2026 at the Palms Airport City Hotel, the meeting marks the beginning of a strategic journey to unify the continent’s voice in the global digital landscape.
Under the theme “Strengthening Africa’s Common Position for WTSA-28,” delegates from across the continent are gathering to move Africa from being “rule-takers” to “rule-makers” in ICT standardization.
A Comprehensive Digital Agenda
In a strategic move to address immediate regional challenges, the preparatory meeting is being held back-to-back with two high-level regional workshops, as well as the ITU-T Study Group 2 Regional Group for Africa (SG2RG-AFR) and the ITU-T Study Group 3 Regional Group for Africa (SG3RG-AFR). All events will take place during the same week beginning 13th April 2026.
Regional Workshop on Over-the-Top (OTT) Services: Stakeholders are deliberating on the economic and regulatory frameworks governing OTT services, focusing on the “fair share” debate to ensure sustainable investment in Africa’s network infrastructure.
Implementation of a Common Emergency Number (CEN) in Africa: Highlighting a critical safety priority, the workshop aims to harmonize emergency communication standards across the continent, ensuring that every African citizen can access life-saving services through a unified and standardized number.
Strategic Objectives
The week-long event serves as the foundational platform for:
• Establishing the governance structure and working groups for the WTSA-28 cycle.
• Identifying priority technical areas including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and subsea cable resilience.
• Fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration between industry, academia, and civil society to ensure that emerging standards remain inclusive and human-centric.
As the digital gateway to West Africa, Accra provides the perfect backdrop for this pivotal assembly. The outcomes of these deliberations will form the bedrock of the African Common Positions (ACPs), ensuring that Africa’s unique socio-economic needs remain at the heart of future global ICT standards.

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Date
Activity

April 14th:
Workshops on Over-The-Top Services (OTTs) and Implementation of a Common Emergency Number in Africa

April 15th to 17th:
Study Group 2 Regional Groups for Africa (SG2RGAFR) back to back with Study Group3 Regional Group for Africa (SG3RG-AFR)

April 15th to 17th:
Study Group 3 Regional Groups for Africa (SG3RGAFR) back to back with Study Group2 Regional Group for Africa (SG2RG-AFR)

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ACCRA, GHANA – The African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in collaboration with the Government of Ghana, has officially convened the 1st African Preparatory Meeting (APM-1) for the 2028 World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-28). Taking place from 13th to 17th April 2026 at the Palms Airport City Hotel, the meeting marks the beginning of a strategic journey to unify the continent’s voice in the global digital landscape.
Under the theme “Strengthening Africa’s Common Position for WTSA-28,” delegates from across the continent are gathering to move Africa from being “rule-takers” to “rule-makers” in ICT standardization.
A Comprehensive Digital Agenda
In a strategic move to address immediate regional challenges, the preparatory meeting is being held back-to-back with two high-level regional workshops, as well as the ITU-T Study Group 2 Regional Group for Africa (SG2RG-AFR) and the ITU-T Study Group 3 Regional Group for Africa (SG3RG-AFR). All events will take place during the same week beginning 13th April 2026.
Regional Workshop on Over-the-Top (OTT) Services: Stakeholders are deliberating on the economic and regulatory frameworks governing OTT services, focusing on the “fair share” debate to ensure sustainable investment in Africa’s network infrastructure.
Implementation of a Common Emergency Number (CEN) in Africa: Highlighting a critical safety priority, the workshop aims to harmonize emergency communication standards across the continent, ensuring that every African citizen can access life-saving services through a unified and standardized number.
Strategic Objectives
The week-long event serves as the foundational platform for:
• Establishing the governance structure and working groups for the WTSA-28 cycle.
• Identifying priority technical areas including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and subsea cable resilience.
• Fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration between industry, academia, and civil society to ensure that emerging standards remain inclusive and human-centric.
As the digital gateway to West Africa, Accra provides the perfect backdrop for this pivotal assembly. The outcomes of these deliberations will form the bedrock of the African Common Positions (ACPs), ensuring that Africa’s unique socio-economic needs remain at the heart of future global ICT standards.

Read More

Date
Activity

April 14th:
Workshops on Over-The-Top Services (OTTs) and Implementation of a Common Emergency Number in Africa

April 15th to 17th:
Study Group 2 Regional Groups for Africa (SG2RGAFR) back to back with Study Group3 Regional Group for Africa (SG3RG-AFR)

April 15th to 17th:
Study Group 3 Regional Groups for Africa (SG3RGAFR) back to back with Study Group2 Regional Group for Africa (SG2RG-AFR)

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Invitations

Registration

Draft Agenda-En

Draft Agenda-Fr

Practical Information

Contributions Template

Day 1: Monday, 13th April 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Registration of Delegates, Observers and Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony (Programme will be attached)
– Opening remarks (DG, NCA)
– Remarks (ITU)
– Welcome remarks (ATU)
– Keynote Address: Minister of Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation, Ghana
ATU/ITU/Host Country

10:00 – 10:30
Group Photo & health Break

10:30 – 13:00

Adoption of Agenda, Appointment of Bureau and Structure (10 min)
Setting the stage: Strengthening Africa’s Common Position (15mins)
– Implementation of Resolutions, Actions and Opinions (30min including Q&A);
– Update by TSB on WTSA-28 preparatory process (30min including Q&A)
– Noting of views/remarks from other regional telecommunications organizations regarding WTSA-28 agenda items (15min for each RTO including Q&A);

ATU
Josh Peprah – Standardization Expert, Ghana

– ITU/TSB
– ITU/TSB
– RTOs

13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break

14:00– 15:00
– WTSA-24 Outcomes & Implications for Africa (30min including Q&A)
– Discussion of Priority Actions and Strategic Roadmap to WTSA-28 (30min including Q&A)
ATU

15:00 – 17:00
Consideration of contributions
All

End of Day 1

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Day 2 – Tuesday 14th April 2026

09:30- 10:30
Involvement and Roles of Industry, Academia and CSOs
ATU

10:30-11:30
Consideration of Report
All

11:30-11:40
AoB: Date and venue of the next meeting
All

11:40-11:50
Vote of thanks
TBD

11:50-12:00
Closing remarks
ATU/Host Country

12:00-13:00
Training session on Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG)
TSB/ATU

13:00- 14:00
Coffee Break/Lunch

End of the WTSA-28 Prep Meeting and Commencement of Joint ATU/ITU Workshops

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Jour 1 : Lundi 13 avril 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Enregistrement des délégués, Observateurs et Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Cérémonie d’ouverture (le programme sera joint à la présente)
– Mots de bienvenue (DG, NCA)
– Mots de bienvenue (UIT)
– Mots de bienvenue (UAT)
– Discours d’ouverture : Ministre des Communications, des Technologies Numériques et de l’Innovation, Ghana
UAT/ITU/Pays Hôte

10:00 – 10:30
Photo de groupe et pause-café

10:30 – 13:00

– Adoption de l’ordre du jour, Nomination du Bureau et de la Structure de la réunion (10 min)
– Planter le décor : Renforcer la position commune de l’Afrique (15 min)
– Mise en œuvre des résolutions, actions et points de vue (30 min incluant questions-réponses) ;
– Mise à jour par le TSB sur le processus préparatoire de l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant les questions-réponses) ;
– Mention des points de vue/remarques d’autres organisations régionales de télécommunications concernant les points de l’ordre du jour de l’AMNT-28 (15 minutes pour chaque ORT, y compris la séance de questions-réponses).

UAT
Josh Peprah – Expert en Normalisation

– UIT/TSB
– UIT/TSB
– ORTs

13:00 – 14:00
Pause déjeuner

14:00– 15:00
– Résultats et implications de l’AMNT-24 pour l’Afrique (30 min incluant les questions-réponses)
– Discussion des actions prioritaires et de la feuille de route stratégique pour l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant la séance de questions-réponses)
UAT

15:00 – 17:00
Considération des contributions
Tous

Fin du premier jour

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Jour 2 – Mardi 14 avril 2026

09:30- 10:30
Implication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSCImplication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSC
UAT

10:30-11:30
Examen du rapport
Tous

11:30-11:40
Divers : Date et lieu de la prochaine réunion
Tous

11:40-11:50
Mot de remerciement
À déterminer

11:50-12:00
Remarques de clôture
UAT/Pays Hôte

12:00-13:00
Session de formation sur le programme « Bridging the Standardization Gap » (BSG)
TSB/UAT

13:00- 14:00
Pause café/déjeuner

Fin de la réunion préparatoire à l’AMNT-28 et début des ateliers conjoints UAT/UIT

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Sections

1.
Venue –Palms by Eagles Hotel Plot 19 and 20

2.
Language

3.
Visa

4.
Health

5.
Accommodation

6.
Internet Access

7.
Transport

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No.
Sections

8.
Weather and Local Time Information

9.
Local Currency and Foreign Exchange

10.
Hours of Work

11.
Electricity Supply

12.
Security

13.
NCA Contacts for Assistance

14.
Hotel Information

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Invitations

Registration

Draft Agenda-En

Day 1: Monday, 13th April 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Registration of Delegates, Observers and Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony (Programme will be attached)
– Opening remarks (DG, NCA)
– Remarks (ITU)
– Welcome remarks (ATU)
– Keynote Address: Minister of Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation, Ghana
ATU/ITU/Host Country

10:00 – 10:30
Group Photo & health Break

10:30 – 13:00

Adoption of Agenda, Appointment of Bureau and Structure (10 min)
Setting the stage: Strengthening Africa’s Common Position (15mins)
– Implementation of Resolutions, Actions and Opinions (30min including Q&A);
– Update by TSB on WTSA-28 preparatory process (30min including Q&A)
– Noting of views/remarks from other regional telecommunications organizations regarding WTSA-28 agenda items (15min for each RTO including Q&A);

ATU
Josh Peprah – Standardization Expert, Ghana

– ITU/TSB
– ITU/TSB
– RTOs

13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break

14:00– 15:00
– WTSA-24 Outcomes & Implications for Africa (30min including Q&A)
– Discussion of Priority Actions and Strategic Roadmap to WTSA-28 (30min including Q&A)
ATU

15:00 – 17:00
Consideration of contributions
All

End of Day 1

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Day 2 – Tuesday 14th April 2026

09:30- 10:30
Involvement and Roles of Industry, Academia and CSOs
ATU

10:30-11:30
Consideration of Report
All

11:30-11:40
AoB: Date and venue of the next meeting
All

11:40-11:50
Vote of thanks
TBD

11:50-12:00
Closing remarks
ATU/Host Country

12:00-13:00
Training session on Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG)
TSB/ATU

13:00- 14:00
Coffee Break/Lunch

End of the WTSA-28 Prep Meeting and Commencement of Joint ATU/ITU Workshops

Download

Draft Agenda-Fr

Jour 1 : Lundi 13 avril 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Enregistrement des délégués, Observateurs et Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Cérémonie d’ouverture (le programme sera joint à la présente)
– Mots de bienvenue (DG, NCA)
– Mots de bienvenue (UIT)
– Mots de bienvenue (UAT)
– Discours d’ouverture : Ministre des Communications, des Technologies Numériques et de l’Innovation, Ghana
UAT/ITU/Pays Hôte

10:00 – 10:30
Photo de groupe et pause-café

10:30 – 13:00

– Adoption de l’ordre du jour, Nomination du Bureau et de la Structure de la réunion (10 min)
– Planter le décor : Renforcer la position commune de l’Afrique (15 min)
– Mise en œuvre des résolutions, actions et points de vue (30 min incluant questions-réponses) ;
– Mise à jour par le TSB sur le processus préparatoire de l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant les questions-réponses) ;
– Mention des points de vue/remarques d’autres organisations régionales de télécommunications concernant les points de l’ordre du jour de l’AMNT-28 (15 minutes pour chaque ORT, y compris la séance de questions-réponses).

UAT
Josh Peprah – Expert en Normalisation

– UIT/TSB
– UIT/TSB
– ORTs

13:00 – 14:00
Pause déjeuner

14:00– 15:00
– Résultats et implications de l’AMNT-24 pour l’Afrique (30 min incluant les questions-réponses)
– Discussion des actions prioritaires et de la feuille de route stratégique pour l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant la séance de questions-réponses)
UAT

15:00 – 17:00
Considération des contributions
Tous

Fin du premier jour

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Jour 2 – Mardi 14 avril 2026

09:30- 10:30
Implication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSCImplication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSC
UAT

10:30-11:30
Examen du rapport
Tous

11:30-11:40
Divers : Date et lieu de la prochaine réunion
Tous

11:40-11:50
Mot de remerciement
À déterminer

11:50-12:00
Remarques de clôture
UAT/Pays Hôte

12:00-13:00
Session de formation sur le programme « Bridging the Standardization Gap » (BSG)
TSB/UAT

13:00- 14:00
Pause café/déjeuner

Fin de la réunion préparatoire à l’AMNT-28 et début des ateliers conjoints UAT/UIT

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Practical Information

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No.
Sections

1.
Venue –Palms by Eagles Hotel Plot 19 and 20

2.
Language

3.
Visa

4.
Health

5.
Accommodation

6.
Internet Access

7.
Transport

.

No.
Sections

8.
Weather and Local Time Information

9.
Local Currency and Foreign Exchange

10.
Hours of Work

11.
Electricity Supply

12.
Security

13.
NCA Contacts for Assistance

14.
Hotel Information

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Draft Agenda-En

Draft Agenda-Fr

Practical Information

Contributions Template

Day 1: Monday, 13th April 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Registration of Delegates, Observers and Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony (Programme will be attached)
– Opening remarks (DG, NCA)
– Remarks (ITU)
– Welcome remarks (ATU)
– Keynote Address: Minister of Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation, Ghana
ATU/ITU/Host Country

10:00 – 10:30
Group Photo & health Break

10:30 – 13:00

Adoption of Agenda, Appointment of Bureau and Structure (10 min)
Setting the stage: Strengthening Africa’s Common Position (15mins)
– Implementation of Resolutions, Actions and Opinions (30min including Q&A);
– Update by TSB on WTSA-28 preparatory process (30min including Q&A)
– Noting of views/remarks from other regional telecommunications organizations regarding WTSA-28 agenda items (15min for each RTO including Q&A);

ATU
Josh Peprah – Standardization Expert, Ghana

– ITU/TSB
– ITU/TSB
– RTOs

13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break

14:00– 15:00
– WTSA-24 Outcomes & Implications for Africa (30min including Q&A)
– Discussion of Priority Actions and Strategic Roadmap to WTSA-28 (30min including Q&A)
ATU

15:00 – 17:00
Consideration of contributions
All

End of Day 1

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Day 2 – Tuesday 14th April 2026

09:30- 10:30
Involvement and Roles of Industry, Academia and CSOs
ATU

10:30-11:30
Consideration of Report
All

11:30-11:40
AoB: Date and venue of the next meeting
All

11:40-11:50
Vote of thanks
TBD

11:50-12:00
Closing remarks
ATU/Host Country

12:00-13:00
Training session on Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG)
TSB/ATU

13:00- 14:00
Coffee Break/Lunch

End of the WTSA-28 Prep Meeting and Commencement of Joint ATU/ITU Workshops

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Jour 1 : Lundi 13 avril 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Enregistrement des délégués, Observateurs et Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Cérémonie d’ouverture (le programme sera joint à la présente)
– Mots de bienvenue (DG, NCA)
– Mots de bienvenue (UIT)
– Mots de bienvenue (UAT)
– Discours d’ouverture : Ministre des Communications, des Technologies Numériques et de l’Innovation, Ghana
UAT/ITU/Pays Hôte

10:00 – 10:30
Photo de groupe et pause-café

10:30 – 13:00

– Adoption de l’ordre du jour, Nomination du Bureau et de la Structure de la réunion (10 min)
– Planter le décor : Renforcer la position commune de l’Afrique (15 min)
– Mise en œuvre des résolutions, actions et points de vue (30 min incluant questions-réponses) ;
– Mise à jour par le TSB sur le processus préparatoire de l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant les questions-réponses) ;
– Mention des points de vue/remarques d’autres organisations régionales de télécommunications concernant les points de l’ordre du jour de l’AMNT-28 (15 minutes pour chaque ORT, y compris la séance de questions-réponses).

UAT
Josh Peprah – Expert en Normalisation

– UIT/TSB
– UIT/TSB
– ORTs

13:00 – 14:00
Pause déjeuner

14:00– 15:00
– Résultats et implications de l’AMNT-24 pour l’Afrique (30 min incluant les questions-réponses)
– Discussion des actions prioritaires et de la feuille de route stratégique pour l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant la séance de questions-réponses)
UAT

15:00 – 17:00
Considération des contributions
Tous

Fin du premier jour

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Jour 2 – Mardi 14 avril 2026

09:30- 10:30
Implication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSCImplication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSC
UAT

10:30-11:30
Examen du rapport
Tous

11:30-11:40
Divers : Date et lieu de la prochaine réunion
Tous

11:40-11:50
Mot de remerciement
À déterminer

11:50-12:00
Remarques de clôture
UAT/Pays Hôte

12:00-13:00
Session de formation sur le programme « Bridging the Standardization Gap » (BSG)
TSB/UAT

13:00- 14:00
Pause café/déjeuner

Fin de la réunion préparatoire à l’AMNT-28 et début des ateliers conjoints UAT/UIT

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Day 1: Monday, 13th April 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Registration of Delegates, Observers and Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony (Programme will be attached)
– Opening remarks (DG, NCA)
– Remarks (ITU)
– Welcome remarks (ATU)
– Keynote Address: Minister of Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation, Ghana
ATU/ITU/Host Country

10:00 – 10:30
Group Photo & health Break

10:30 – 13:00

Adoption of Agenda, Appointment of Bureau and Structure (10 min)
Setting the stage: Strengthening Africa’s Common Position (15mins)
– Implementation of Resolutions, Actions and Opinions (30min including Q&A);
– Update by TSB on WTSA-28 preparatory process (30min including Q&A)
– Noting of views/remarks from other regional telecommunications organizations regarding WTSA-28 agenda items (15min for each RTO including Q&A);

ATU
Josh Peprah – Standardization Expert, Ghana

– ITU/TSB
– ITU/TSB
– RTOs

13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break

14:00– 15:00
– WTSA-24 Outcomes & Implications for Africa (30min including Q&A)
– Discussion of Priority Actions and Strategic Roadmap to WTSA-28 (30min including Q&A)
ATU

15:00 – 17:00
Consideration of contributions
All

End of Day 1

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Day 2 – Tuesday 14th April 2026

09:30- 10:30
Involvement and Roles of Industry, Academia and CSOs
ATU

10:30-11:30
Consideration of Report
All

11:30-11:40
AoB: Date and venue of the next meeting
All

11:40-11:50
Vote of thanks
TBD

11:50-12:00
Closing remarks
ATU/Host Country

12:00-13:00
Training session on Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG)
TSB/ATU

13:00- 14:00
Coffee Break/Lunch

End of the WTSA-28 Prep Meeting and Commencement of Joint ATU/ITU Workshops

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Jour 1 : Lundi 13 avril 2026

09:00 – 09:30
Enregistrement des délégués, Observateurs et Networking

09:30 – 10:00
Cérémonie d’ouverture (le programme sera joint à la présente)
– Mots de bienvenue (DG, NCA)
– Mots de bienvenue (UIT)
– Mots de bienvenue (UAT)
– Discours d’ouverture : Ministre des Communications, des Technologies Numériques et de l’Innovation, Ghana
UAT/ITU/Pays Hôte

10:00 – 10:30
Photo de groupe et pause-café

10:30 – 13:00

– Adoption de l’ordre du jour, Nomination du Bureau et de la Structure de la réunion (10 min)
– Planter le décor : Renforcer la position commune de l’Afrique (15 min)
– Mise en œuvre des résolutions, actions et points de vue (30 min incluant questions-réponses) ;
– Mise à jour par le TSB sur le processus préparatoire de l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant les questions-réponses) ;
– Mention des points de vue/remarques d’autres organisations régionales de télécommunications concernant les points de l’ordre du jour de l’AMNT-28 (15 minutes pour chaque ORT, y compris la séance de questions-réponses).

UAT
Josh Peprah – Expert en Normalisation

– UIT/TSB
– UIT/TSB
– ORTs

13:00 – 14:00
Pause déjeuner

14:00– 15:00
– Résultats et implications de l’AMNT-24 pour l’Afrique (30 min incluant les questions-réponses)
– Discussion des actions prioritaires et de la feuille de route stratégique pour l’AMNT-28 (30 min incluant la séance de questions-réponses)
UAT

15:00 – 17:00
Considération des contributions
Tous

Fin du premier jour

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Jour 2 – Mardi 14 avril 2026

09:30- 10:30
Implication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSCImplication et rôles de l’industrie, du monde universitaire et des OSC
UAT

10:30-11:30
Examen du rapport
Tous

11:30-11:40
Divers : Date et lieu de la prochaine réunion
Tous

11:40-11:50
Mot de remerciement
À déterminer

11:50-12:00
Remarques de clôture
UAT/Pays Hôte

12:00-13:00
Session de formation sur le programme « Bridging the Standardization Gap » (BSG)
TSB/UAT

13:00- 14:00
Pause café/déjeuner

Fin de la réunion préparatoire à l’AMNT-28 et début des ateliers conjoints UAT/UIT

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ITU-ATU Webinar – Scaling Impact: AI-Driven Digital Public Infrastructure for African Cities and Communities. (Digital Transformation Dialogues) (Geneva 3:30PM) (EAT 4:30PM)
2026-04-27 16:30 - 18:30 | Webinar
Africa’s cities are at a pivotal moment. As AI rapidly reshapes economies and public services, the question is no longer if to act — but how to scale impact, fast and responsibly. This webinar, held as part of the ITU Digital Transformation Dialogues brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and standards experts to explore how AI-driven Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) can unlock more efficient, inclusive, and resilient cities and communities across Africa.

Co-organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the webinar will be held on 27 April 2026, from 15:30 to 17:30 CEST.

From data to decision-making, from pilots to national scale, the webinar will focus on:

Building AI-ready public infrastructure that delivers real outcomes for people

Avoiding fragmentation and vendor lock-in through open, interoperable approaches

Turning standards into action to enable trusted, scalable solutions

Showcasing real-world experiences from African cities and governments

This is a call to move beyond experimentation — and towards coordinated, scalable implementation.

Join the conversation shaping the future of AI-powered public infrastructure in Africa.

The webinar will be preceded by the ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR) meeting, taking place on the same day from 09:00 to 15:00 CEST.

Target Audience
Participation is open to the ITU Member States, Sector Members, Associates, ITU Academia, and to any individual from a country that is a member of the ITU and who wishes to contribute to the work. This includes individuals who are also members of international, regional and national organizations. Participation is free of charge.

Africa’s cities are at a pivotal moment. As AI rapidly reshapes economies and public services, the question is no longer if to act — but how to scale impact, fast and responsibly. This webinar, held as part of the ITU Digital Transformation Dialogues brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and standards experts to explore how AI-driven Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) can unlock more efficient, inclusive, and resilient cities and communities across Africa.

Co-organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the webinar will be held on 27 April 2026, from 15:30 to 17:30 CEST.

From data to decision-making, from pilots to national scale, the webinar will focus on:

Building AI-ready public infrastructure that delivers real outcomes for people

Avoiding fragmentation and vendor lock-in through open, interoperable approaches

Turning standards into action to enable trusted, scalable solutions

Showcasing real-world experiences from African cities and governments

This is a call to move beyond experimentation — and towards coordinated, scalable implementation.

Join the conversation shaping the future of AI-powered public infrastructure in Africa.

The webinar will be preceded by the ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR) meeting, taking place on the same day from 09:00 to 15:00 CEST.

Target Audience
Participation is open to the ITU Member States, Sector Members, Associates, ITU Academia, and to any individual from a country that is a member of the ITU and who wishes to contribute to the work. This includes individuals who are also members of international, regional and national organizations. Participation is free of charge.

Draft Agenda

Registration

15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

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15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

–

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Registration

15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

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Draft Agenda-En

15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

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Workshop on The Harmonized Calculation Method for Africa (HCM4A)
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
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Workshop on Harmonized Calculation Method for Africa for frequency coordination at borders.

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SG12 Regional Group for the Africa (SG12RG-AFR) in parallel with SG13 Regional Group for the Africa (SG13RG-AFR) in Livingstone, Zambia
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-15 | zambia, Livingstone, Zambia
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May 14th to 15th
SG12 Regional Group for the Africa (SG12RG-AFR) in parallel with SG13 Regional Group for the Africa (SG13RG-AFR)
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SG13 Regional Group for the Africa (SG13RG-AFR) in parallel with SG12 Regional Group for the Africa (SG12RG-AFR)
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SG12 Regional Group for the Africa (SG12RG-AFR) in parallel with SG13 Regional Group for the Africa (SG13RG-AFR)
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May 14th to 15th
SG13 Regional Group for the Africa (SG13RG-AFR) in parallel with SG12 Regional Group for the Africa (SG12RG-AFR)
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27th Session of the ATU Administrative Council Meeting in Cape Town, South Africa
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | South Africa
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27th ORDINARY SESSION OF THE ATU ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
Cape Town, South Africa 19-21 May 2026

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ITEMS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Confirmation of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption of the Work Schedule
AC/27/D02

5.
Report of the Secretary General on the Activities of the Union from June, 2025 to May 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Report of the Committee on Finance and Administration
AC/27/D04

7.
Progress Report of the Committee on Arrears recovery
AC/27/D05

8.
Progress Report on the Amendment of the ATU Constitution and Convention & Rules
AC/27/D06

9.
Progress Report of the Technical Committee
AC/27/D07

10.
Progress Report on the Admission of the Academia to the ATU Membership
AC/27/D08

11.
Progress Report on the Preparation of the CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Proposal on the Theme for African Telecommunications/ICT Day (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
ITU Presentation on Finance and Management Issues

14.
Date and Venue of the 28th Ordinary Session of the Council

15.
Any Other Business

16.
Adoption of the Report and Final Acts
AC/26/D11

17.
Vote of Thanks
AC/26/D12

18.
Closing Session

27ème SESSION ORDINAIRE DU CONSEIL ADMINISTRATIF DE L’UAT
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
à Cape Town en Afrique du Sud
19-21 mai 2026

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SUJETS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Mise en place du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption du programme de travail
AC/27/D02

5.
Rapport du Secrétaire Général sur les activités de l’Union de juin 2025 à mai 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Rapport du Comité des finances et de l’administration
AC/27/D04

7.
AC/27/D04 Rapport d’avancement du Comité sur le recouvrement des arriérés
AC/27/D05

8.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’amendement de la Constitution et de la Convention et du Règlement de Procédure de l’UAT
AC/27/D06

9.
Rapport d’avancement du Comité Technique
AC/27/D07

10.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’admission des Universités à l’UAT en tant que Membre
AC/27/D08

11.
Rapport d’avancement sur les préparatifs de la CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Rapport des célébrations de 2025 et de l’examen de la proposition sur le thème de la Journée Africaine des Télécommunications/TIC (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les questions financières et de gestion

14.
Date et lieu de la 28ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil

15.
Divers

16.
Adoption du Rapport et des Actes Finaux
AC/26/D11

17.
Mot de Remerciement
AC/26/D12

18.
Cérémonie de Clôture

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27th ORDINARY SESSION OF THE ATU ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
Cape Town, South Africa 19-21 May 2026

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ITEMS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Confirmation of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption of the Work Schedule
AC/27/D02

5.
Report of the Secretary General on the Activities of the Union from June, 2025 to May 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Report of the Committee on Finance and Administration
AC/27/D04

7.
Progress Report of the Committee on Arrears recovery
AC/27/D05

8.
Progress Report on the Amendment of the ATU Constitution and Convention & Rules
AC/27/D06

9.
Progress Report of the Technical Committee
AC/27/D07

10.
Progress Report on the Admission of the Academia to the ATU Membership
AC/27/D08

11.
Progress Report on the Preparation of the CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Proposal on the Theme for African Telecommunications/ICT Day (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
ITU Presentation on Finance and Management Issues

14.
Date and Venue of the 28th Ordinary Session of the Council

15.
Any Other Business

16.
Adoption of the Report and Final Acts
AC/26/D11

17.
Vote of Thanks
AC/26/D12

18.
Closing Session

Draft Agenda-Fr

27ème SESSION ORDINAIRE DU CONSEIL ADMINISTRATIF DE L’UAT
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
à Cape Town en Afrique du Sud
19-21 mai 2026

#
SUJETS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Mise en place du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption du programme de travail
AC/27/D02

5.
Rapport du Secrétaire Général sur les activités de l’Union de juin 2025 à mai 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Rapport du Comité des finances et de l’administration
AC/27/D04

7.
AC/27/D04 Rapport d’avancement du Comité sur le recouvrement des arriérés
AC/27/D05

8.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’amendement de la Constitution et de la Convention et du Règlement de Procédure de l’UAT
AC/27/D06

9.
Rapport d’avancement du Comité Technique
AC/27/D07

10.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’admission des Universités à l’UAT en tant que Membre
AC/27/D08

11.
Rapport d’avancement sur les préparatifs de la CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Rapport des célébrations de 2025 et de l’examen de la proposition sur le thème de la Journée Africaine des Télécommunications/TIC (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les questions financières et de gestion

14.
Date et lieu de la 28ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil

15.
Divers

16.
Adoption du Rapport et des Actes Finaux
AC/26/D11

17.
Mot de Remerciement
AC/26/D12

18.
Cérémonie de Clôture

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27th ORDINARY SESSION OF THE ATU ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
Cape Town, South Africa 19-21 May 2026

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DOCUMENTS

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Confirmation of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption of the Work Schedule
AC/27/D02

5.
Report of the Secretary General on the Activities of the Union from June, 2025 to May 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Report of the Committee on Finance and Administration
AC/27/D04

7.
Progress Report of the Committee on Arrears recovery
AC/27/D05

8.
Progress Report on the Amendment of the ATU Constitution and Convention & Rules
AC/27/D06

9.
Progress Report of the Technical Committee
AC/27/D07

10.
Progress Report on the Admission of the Academia to the ATU Membership
AC/27/D08

11.
Progress Report on the Preparation of the CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Proposal on the Theme for African Telecommunications/ICT Day (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
ITU Presentation on Finance and Management Issues

14.
Date and Venue of the 28th Ordinary Session of the Council

15.
Any Other Business

16.
Adoption of the Report and Final Acts
AC/26/D11

17.
Vote of Thanks
AC/26/D12

18.
Closing Session

27ème SESSION ORDINAIRE DU CONSEIL ADMINISTRATIF DE L’UAT
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
à Cape Town en Afrique du Sud
19-21 mai 2026

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SUJETS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Mise en place du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption du programme de travail
AC/27/D02

5.
Rapport du Secrétaire Général sur les activités de l’Union de juin 2025 à mai 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Rapport du Comité des finances et de l’administration
AC/27/D04

7.
AC/27/D04 Rapport d’avancement du Comité sur le recouvrement des arriérés
AC/27/D05

8.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’amendement de la Constitution et de la Convention et du Règlement de Procédure de l’UAT
AC/27/D06

9.
Rapport d’avancement du Comité Technique
AC/27/D07

10.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’admission des Universités à l’UAT en tant que Membre
AC/27/D08

11.
Rapport d’avancement sur les préparatifs de la CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Rapport des célébrations de 2025 et de l’examen de la proposition sur le thème de la Journée Africaine des Télécommunications/TIC (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les questions financières et de gestion

14.
Date et lieu de la 28ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil

15.
Divers

16.
Adoption du Rapport et des Actes Finaux
AC/26/D11

17.
Mot de Remerciement
AC/26/D12

18.
Cérémonie de Clôture

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Venue –Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa in Milnerton, Cape Town, South Africa

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Entry Visa Requirements

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Immigration & Customs

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Ground Transportation: Arrival & Departures

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Travel Insurance

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General Country Information

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27th ORDINARY SESSION OF THE ATU ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
Cape Town, South Africa 19-21 May 2026

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ITEMS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Confirmation of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption of the Work Schedule
AC/27/D02

5.
Report of the Secretary General on the Activities of the Union from June, 2025 to May 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Report of the Committee on Finance and Administration
AC/27/D04

7.
Progress Report of the Committee on Arrears recovery
AC/27/D05

8.
Progress Report on the Amendment of the ATU Constitution and Convention & Rules
AC/27/D06

9.
Progress Report of the Technical Committee
AC/27/D07

10.
Progress Report on the Admission of the Academia to the ATU Membership
AC/27/D08

11.
Progress Report on the Preparation of the CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Proposal on the Theme for African Telecommunications/ICT Day (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
ITU Presentation on Finance and Management Issues

14.
Date and Venue of the 28th Ordinary Session of the Council

15.
Any Other Business

16.
Adoption of the Report and Final Acts
AC/26/D11

17.
Vote of Thanks
AC/26/D12

18.
Closing Session

Draft Agenda-Fr

27ème SESSION ORDINAIRE DU CONSEIL ADMINISTRATIF DE L’UAT
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa, Milnerton,
à Cape Town en Afrique du Sud
19-21 mai 2026

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SUJETS
DOCUMENTS

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Mise en place du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour
AC/27/D01

4.
Adoption du programme de travail
AC/27/D02

5.
Rapport du Secrétaire Général sur les activités de l’Union de juin 2025 à mai 2026
AC/27/D03

6.
Rapport du Comité des finances et de l’administration
AC/27/D04

7.
AC/27/D04 Rapport d’avancement du Comité sur le recouvrement des arriérés
AC/27/D05

8.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’amendement de la Constitution et de la Convention et du Règlement de Procédure de l’UAT
AC/27/D06

9.
Rapport d’avancement du Comité Technique
AC/27/D07

10.
Rapport d’avancement sur l’admission des Universités à l’UAT en tant que Membre
AC/27/D08

11.
Rapport d’avancement sur les préparatifs de la CPL-26
AC/26/D09

12.
Rapport des célébrations de 2025 et de l’examen de la proposition sur le thème de la Journée Africaine des Télécommunications/TIC (ATD) 2026
AC/26/D10

13.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les questions financières et de gestion

14.
Date et lieu de la 28ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil

15.
Divers

16.
Adoption du Rapport et des Actes Finaux
AC/26/D11

17.
Mot de Remerciement
AC/26/D12

18.
Cérémonie de Clôture

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Study Group5 Regional Group for Africa (SG5RG-AFR) in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-22 | Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

ITU RDF and the 2nd African Preparatory Meeting (APM) for ITU-PP26 at Cresta Sprayview Hotel, Zimbabwe
2026-05-25 - 2026-05-29 | Cresta Sprayview Hotel, Zimbabwe
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Africa Preparatory Meeting for PP-26 in Zimbabwe
27th – 29th May 2026
DRAFT AGENDA

No.
Items

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Appointment of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda and the Work Programme

4.
Update by ITU on the PP-26 preparations and council discussions

5.
Update by Qatar, host country on the PP-26 preparations

6.
Report of the first ATU preparatory meeting for PP-26

7.
Noting of preliminary views/positions from other regional telecommunications organizations

8.
Consideration on the reports from ATU WGs for PP-26 prep outcomes

9.
Receive preliminary contributions from Member States, RECs and Associate Members

10.
Breakaway sessions for WG1, WG2 and WG3 to consider Members’ contributions and consolidate common proposals

11.
Formulation of the preliminary AFCPs and appointment of focal points/ Countries for interregional coordination

12.
Consideration of African Candidatures for management positions in ITU and Council

13.
Date of the next meeting

14.
Closing

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Réunion Préparatoire Africaine à la PP-26 de l’UIT, Zimbabwe
27 – 29 Mai 2026
PROJET D’ORDRE DU JOUR

No.
Items

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Election du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour et du programme de travail

4.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les préparatifs du PP-26 et les discussions du Conseil

5.
Présentation du Pays Hôte, le Qatar, sur les préparatifs de la PP-26

6.
Présentation du rapport de la première Réunion Préparatoire Africaine pour la PP-26

7.
Prise en compte des points de vue/positions préliminaires d’autres Organisations Régionales de Télécommunications

8.
Examen des rapports des Groupes de Travail de l’UAT sur les conclusions des préparatifs à la PP-26

9.
Présentation des contributions préliminaires des États Membres, des CER et des Membres Associés

10.
Séances distinctes et en parallèle pour les Groupes de Travail 1, 2 et 3 afin d’examiner les contributions des Membres et de consolider les propositions communes

11.
Elaboration des positions communes africaines préliminaires et désignation des points focaux/pays pour la coordination interrégionale

12.
Examen des Candidatures Africaines pour les postes de management à l’UIT et au Conseil

13.
Date de la prochaine réunion

14.
Clôture

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Venue – Cresta Sprayview Hotel

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Tourism

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Weather

5.
Passports and Visas

6.
Currency

7.
Communication

8.
Banking Business Hours

9.
Culture, Religion and Language

10.
Airport Departure Tax

No.
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11.
Electrical Appliances

12.
Traditional Foods

13.
Security

14.
Customs Concession

15.
Motor Vehicles

16.
Driving in Zimbabwe

17.
Transport

18.
Accomodation Options

19.
Health – Clinics & Hospitals

20.
Focal Points – Assistance

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Draft Agenda-En

Africa Preparatory Meeting for PP-26 in Zimbabwe
27th – 29th May 2026
DRAFT AGENDA

No.
Items

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Appointment of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda and the Work Programme

4.
Update by ITU on the PP-26 preparations and council discussions

5.
Update by Qatar, host country on the PP-26 preparations

6.
Report of the first ATU preparatory meeting for PP-26

7.
Noting of preliminary views/positions from other regional telecommunications organizations

8.
Consideration on the reports from ATU WGs for PP-26 prep outcomes

9.
Receive preliminary contributions from Member States, RECs and Associate Members

10.
Breakaway sessions for WG1, WG2 and WG3 to consider Members’ contributions and consolidate common proposals

11.
Formulation of the preliminary AFCPs and appointment of focal points/ Countries for interregional coordination

12.
Consideration of African Candidatures for management positions in ITU and Council

13.
Date of the next meeting

14.
Closing

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Réunion Préparatoire Africaine à la PP-26 de l’UIT, Zimbabwe
27 – 29 Mai 2026
PROJET D’ORDRE DU JOUR

No.
Items

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Election du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour et du programme de travail

4.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les préparatifs du PP-26 et les discussions du Conseil

5.
Présentation du Pays Hôte, le Qatar, sur les préparatifs de la PP-26

6.
Présentation du rapport de la première Réunion Préparatoire Africaine pour la PP-26

7.
Prise en compte des points de vue/positions préliminaires d’autres Organisations Régionales de Télécommunications

8.
Examen des rapports des Groupes de Travail de l’UAT sur les conclusions des préparatifs à la PP-26

9.
Présentation des contributions préliminaires des États Membres, des CER et des Membres Associés

10.
Séances distinctes et en parallèle pour les Groupes de Travail 1, 2 et 3 afin d’examiner les contributions des Membres et de consolider les propositions communes

11.
Elaboration des positions communes africaines préliminaires et désignation des points focaux/pays pour la coordination interrégionale

12.
Examen des Candidatures Africaines pour les postes de management à l’UIT et au Conseil

13.
Date de la prochaine réunion

14.
Clôture

Télécharger

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Venue – Cresta Sprayview Hotel

2.
Zimbabwe – Geographical Information

3.
Tourism

4.
Weather

5.
Passports and Visas

6.
Currency

7.
Communication

8.
Banking Business Hours

9.
Culture, Religion and Language

10.
Airport Departure Tax

No.
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11.
Electrical Appliances

12.
Traditional Foods

13.
Security

14.
Customs Concession

15.
Motor Vehicles

16.
Driving in Zimbabwe

17.
Transport

18.
Accomodation Options

19.
Health – Clinics & Hospitals

20.
Focal Points – Assistance

Registration

Draft Agenda-En

Draft Agenda-Fr

Practical information

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Africa Preparatory Meeting for PP-26 in Zimbabwe
27th – 29th May 2026
DRAFT AGENDA

No.
Items

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Appointment of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda and the Work Programme

4.
Update by ITU on the PP-26 preparations and council discussions

5.
Update by Qatar, host country on the PP-26 preparations

6.
Report of the first ATU preparatory meeting for PP-26

7.
Noting of preliminary views/positions from other regional telecommunications organizations

8.
Consideration on the reports from ATU WGs for PP-26 prep outcomes

9.
Receive preliminary contributions from Member States, RECs and Associate Members

10.
Breakaway sessions for WG1, WG2 and WG3 to consider Members’ contributions and consolidate common proposals

11.
Formulation of the preliminary AFCPs and appointment of focal points/ Countries for interregional coordination

12.
Consideration of African Candidatures for management positions in ITU and Council

13.
Date of the next meeting

14.
Closing

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Réunion Préparatoire Africaine à la PP-26 de l’UIT, Zimbabwe
27 – 29 Mai 2026
PROJET D’ORDRE DU JOUR

No.
Items

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Election du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour et du programme de travail

4.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les préparatifs du PP-26 et les discussions du Conseil

5.
Présentation du Pays Hôte, le Qatar, sur les préparatifs de la PP-26

6.
Présentation du rapport de la première Réunion Préparatoire Africaine pour la PP-26

7.
Prise en compte des points de vue/positions préliminaires d’autres Organisations Régionales de Télécommunications

8.
Examen des rapports des Groupes de Travail de l’UAT sur les conclusions des préparatifs à la PP-26

9.
Présentation des contributions préliminaires des États Membres, des CER et des Membres Associés

10.
Séances distinctes et en parallèle pour les Groupes de Travail 1, 2 et 3 afin d’examiner les contributions des Membres et de consolider les propositions communes

11.
Elaboration des positions communes africaines préliminaires et désignation des points focaux/pays pour la coordination interrégionale

12.
Examen des Candidatures Africaines pour les postes de management à l’UIT et au Conseil

13.
Date de la prochaine réunion

14.
Clôture

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Venue – Cresta Sprayview Hotel

2.
Zimbabwe – Geographical Information

3.
Tourism

4.
Weather

5.
Passports and Visas

6.
Currency

7.
Communication

8.
Banking Business Hours

9.
Culture, Religion and Language

10.
Airport Departure Tax

No.
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11.
Electrical Appliances

12.
Traditional Foods

13.
Security

14.
Customs Concession

15.
Motor Vehicles

16.
Driving in Zimbabwe

17.
Transport

18.
Accomodation Options

19.
Health – Clinics & Hospitals

20.
Focal Points – Assistance

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Africa Preparatory Meeting for PP-26 in Zimbabwe
27th – 29th May 2026
DRAFT AGENDA

No.
Items

1.
Opening Ceremony

2.
Appointment of the Bureau

3.
Adoption of the Agenda and the Work Programme

4.
Update by ITU on the PP-26 preparations and council discussions

5.
Update by Qatar, host country on the PP-26 preparations

6.
Report of the first ATU preparatory meeting for PP-26

7.
Noting of preliminary views/positions from other regional telecommunications organizations

8.
Consideration on the reports from ATU WGs for PP-26 prep outcomes

9.
Receive preliminary contributions from Member States, RECs and Associate Members

10.
Breakaway sessions for WG1, WG2 and WG3 to consider Members’ contributions and consolidate common proposals

11.
Formulation of the preliminary AFCPs and appointment of focal points/ Countries for interregional coordination

12.
Consideration of African Candidatures for management positions in ITU and Council

13.
Date of the next meeting

14.
Closing

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Réunion Préparatoire Africaine à la PP-26 de l’UIT, Zimbabwe
27 – 29 Mai 2026
PROJET D’ORDRE DU JOUR

No.
Items

1.
Cérémonie d’ouverture

2.
Election du Bureau

3.
Adoption de l’ordre du jour et du programme de travail

4.
Présentation de l’UIT sur les préparatifs du PP-26 et les discussions du Conseil

5.
Présentation du Pays Hôte, le Qatar, sur les préparatifs de la PP-26

6.
Présentation du rapport de la première Réunion Préparatoire Africaine pour la PP-26

7.
Prise en compte des points de vue/positions préliminaires d’autres Organisations Régionales de Télécommunications

8.
Examen des rapports des Groupes de Travail de l’UAT sur les conclusions des préparatifs à la PP-26

9.
Présentation des contributions préliminaires des États Membres, des CER et des Membres Associés

10.
Séances distinctes et en parallèle pour les Groupes de Travail 1, 2 et 3 afin d’examiner les contributions des Membres et de consolider les propositions communes

11.
Elaboration des positions communes africaines préliminaires et désignation des points focaux/pays pour la coordination interrégionale

12.
Examen des Candidatures Africaines pour les postes de management à l’UIT et au Conseil

13.
Date de la prochaine réunion

14.
Clôture

Télécharger

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Venue – Cresta Sprayview Hotel

2.
Zimbabwe – Geographical Information

3.
Tourism

4.
Weather

5.
Passports and Visas

6.
Currency

7.
Communication

8.
Banking Business Hours

9.
Culture, Religion and Language

10.
Airport Departure Tax

No.
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Electrical Appliances

12.
Traditional Foods

13.
Security

14.
Customs Concession

15.
Motor Vehicles

16.
Driving in Zimbabwe

17.
Transport

18.
Accomodation Options

19.
Health – Clinics & Hospitals

20.
Focal Points – Assistance

Workshop on IPv6 Adoption in Africa
2026-06-01 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya
Topic/ Objective

Preparations for APM27-3.

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Programme

Programme

ATU-R WG3
2026-06-23 - 2026-06-26 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

ATU-R WG 4
2026-06-29 - 2026-07-01 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

Africa Digital Transformation Summit (ADTS - 2026) in Parallel With the Global Tech Africa Event in Algiers, Algeria With a Welcome Reception
2026-07-01 | Algiers, Algeria
Topic/ Objective

The inaugural Africa Digital Transformation Summit

ATU-R WG 5
2026-07-07 - 2026-07-09 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

Final Session of the ATU Administrative Council, Conference Preparatory Committee (CPC) and The 6th Session of the ATU Plenipotentiary Conference in Abuja Nigeria
2026-07-16 - 2026-07-24 | Nigeria
CPL-2026 Elections Page

7th Ordinary Session of the African Telecommunications Union Conference of Plenipotentiaries (CPL-26) in Abuja, Nigeria
2026-07-23 - 2026-07-24 | Abuja, Nigeria
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Invitation to the 7th Ordinary Session of the ATU Conference of Plenipotentiaries (CPL-26) Abuja, Nigeria
2026-07-23 - 2026-07-24 | Abuja, Nigeria
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15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

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15:30-15:40 Opening Remarks

John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Seizo Onoe
Director, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

15:40-17:25 Session on AI-Driven DPI in Africa: Advancing through Standards, Interoperability, and Collaboration

Moderator
Isaac Boateng, Standardization Coordinator, ATU

Speakers:

Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Chair, ITU-T Study Group 20 Regional Group for Africa (SG20RG-AFR); Chief of International Cybersecurity & Vice- Presidency for Cybersecurity, NTRA, Egypt

Soheib Nunhuck, Senior Policy Manager, Mobile Money, GSM Association (GSMA)

Joanne Olushola Martins, Technology Innovation Office, The World Bank

Questions and Answers

17:25-17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Emmanuel Manasseh, Regional Director for Africa, ITU

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2nd Workshop - Subsea Cable Resilience in Africa
2026-08-01 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

ATU WG 1A/1B
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-14 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

ATU-R WG 2A/2B
2026-08-18 - 2026-08-21 | E-Meeting – Nairobi, Kenya

3rd APM27-3 for WRC-27
2026-09-07 - 2026-09-11 | Tunisia
Concept Note - En

Concept Note - Fr

Programme

Speaker Biographies

Results

Background:

Submarine cable systems are the backbone of global connectivity, carrying over 95% of international communications and internet traffic. Africa’s digital transformation and socio-economic development are highly dependent on the security, resilience, and expansion of these systems. However, submarine cables face multiple risks including physical damage, cyber threats, inadequate redundancy, and governance challenges.
To address these issues, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in partnership with the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) is organizing an online Capacity Building Workshop on Submarine Cable Resilience. The workshop will enhance the technical, policy, and regulatory knowledge of African stakeholders to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

Objectives:

The main objectives of the workshop are to:
Build capacity of African member states, regulators, operators, and industry players on submarine cable resilience and security.
Share best practices on planning, deployment, protection, and maintenance of submarine cable systems.
Strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration in protecting critical subsea infrastructure.
Align discussions with ITU priorities related to submarine cables, resilience, and digital infrastructure.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced knowledge and technical expertise on submarine cable resilience.
Strengthened policy and regulatory frameworks for subsea infrastructure protection in Africa.
Improved collaboration and coordination among stakeholders at continental and global levels.
Concrete standards and policies related to submarine cable systems.

Participants:

The workshop meeting will bring together:
ATU Member States, Associate Members and Regulators
Submarine Cable Operators and Industry Players
Regional Economic Communities (RECs)
International Partners and Standards Bodies (e.g. ITU, ICPC, ISOC)
Academia and Research Institutions
Civil Society Organizations

Format and Duration: 2hrs:

Format: online capacity building workshop with expert presentations, case studies, recommendations and call for action

Venue and Date:

10th December 2025; Virtual

Partners:

Conclusion:

The ATU–ASEF workshop will provide a timely platform to strengthen Africa’s resilience in submarine cable systems and ensure the continent’s coordinated engagement. By combining technical knowledge building with policy preparation, the initiative supports Africa’s long-term digital transformation and connectivity agenda.

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Contexte:

Les systèmes de câbles sous-marins constituent l’épine dorsale de la connectivité mondiale, acheminant plus de 95 % des communications internationales et du trafic Internet. La transformation numérique et le développement socio-économique de l’Afrique dépendent fortement de la sécurité, de la résilience et de l’expansion de ces systèmes. Cependant, les câbles sous-marins sont exposés à de multiples risques, notamment des dommages physiques, des cybermenaces, une redondance insuffisante et des défis en matière de gouvernance.
Pour aborder ces questions, l’Union Africaine des Télécommunications (UAT), en partenariat avec le Forum Africain sur l’Ecosystème Sous-Marin (Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum – ASEF), organise un atelier en ligne sur le renforcement des capacités en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins. Cet atelier permettra d’améliorer les connaissances techniques, politiques et réglementaires des parties prenantes africaines afin de protéger cette infrastructure essentielle.

Objectifs:

Les principaux objectifs de l’atelier sont les suivants :
Renforcer les capacités des États Membres Africains, des régulateurs, des opérateurs et des acteurs du secteur en matière de résilience et de sécurité des câbles sous-marins.
Partager les meilleures pratiques en matière de planification, de déploiement, de protection et de maintenance des systèmes de câbles sous-marins.
Renforcer la collaboration entre les différentes parties prenantes pour protéger les infrastructures sous-marines critiques.
Aligner les discussions sur les priorités de l’UIT en matière de câbles sous-marins, de résilience et d’infrastructures numériques.

Résultats attendus:

Amélioration des connaissances et de l’expertise technique en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins.
Renforcement des cadres politiques et réglementaires pour la protection des infrastructures sous-marines en Afrique.
Amélioration de la collaboration et de la coordination entre les parties prenantes aux niveaux continental et mondial.
Normes et politiques concrètes relatives aux systèmes de câbles sous-marins.

Participants:

L’atelier réunira :
Les États Membres et les Membres Associés de l’UAT
Les opérateurs de câbles sous-marins et les acteurs du secteur
Les Communautés Economiques Régionales (CER)
Les partenaires internationaux et les organismes de normalisation (Ex : l’UIT, l’ICPC, l’ISOC)
Les universités et les instituts de recherche
Les organisations de la société civile

Format et durée : 2 heures

Format : atelier de renforcement des capacités en ligne avec présentations d’experts, études de cas, recommandations et appel à l’action

Lieu et date :

10 Décembre 2025, En ligne

Partenaires:

Conclusion:

L’atelier ATU-ASEF offrira une plateforme opportune pour renforcer la résilience de l’Afrique en matière de systèmes de câbles sous-marins et garantir l’engagement coordonné du continent. En combinant le renforcement des connaissances techniques et la préparation des politiques, cette initiative soutient le programme à long terme de l’Afrique en matière de transformation numérique et de connectivité.

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Session Block
Activity
Title / Focus
Lead Person(s)
Title / Organisation / Role

Opening Session
Welcome remarks
Introductory
Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Snr. Program Manager, Network Investments – Meta

Opening address
Introductory
Mr. John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Keynote address
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future
Dr ’Bosun Tijani
Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Setting the Context
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities
Mr. Mark Tinka
Co-Founder & Managing Director, TransmissionCo; former Head of Engineering, SEACOM
View/ Download Presentation

Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University & CMU–Africa
View/ Download Presentation

Technical Perspectives
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Managing Director, GreenLink Marine (Singapore)
View/ Download Presentation

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Co-Founder, Aqua2Terra; Principal, S2 Associates International

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Mr. Chongguang Ma
General Manager, MEA Region, HMN Technologies.
View/ Download Presentation

Q&A

Policy & Regulatory Dimensions
Panel discussion
Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa
Mr. Richard Anago
Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.
Remarks – En | Remarks – Fr

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Director, WIOCC; Executive Committee Member, ICPC

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Regional Business Head & General Counsel, MainOne (Equinix)

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
CEO, Tech Policy Tank

Prof. Barèrèm Mêlgueba MAO
Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Posts (ARCEP) (Togo)

Regional & Global Cooperation
Presentation
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience
Ms. Elina Noor
Senior Fellow, Asia Program, Carnegie

Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Managing Director, Digital Infrastructure – Middle East & Africa, SEACOM
View/ Download Presentation

Q&A

Closing Session
Closing remarks
Conclusion
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju
Co-founder, ASEF Africa

Closing remarks
Conclusion
Mr. John Omo
ATU Secretary General

Opening Session

Welcome Remarks
ASEF Co-Founder

Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Egomaron Jegede is a Co-Founder of the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) and Snr Program Manager, Network Investments – Infrastructure at Meta. An experienced technology professional with 18+ years experience delivering complex multi million dollar global infrastructure projects including Subsea Cables, Terrestrial Fiber and Data Centers in West Africa, EMEA and from Europe to the US.
He served as PM of 2Africa Subsea Cable Project for 2021-2023 and is passionate about crafting and deploying technology solutions to solve challenging and dynamic business needs globally. With experience in Technology Strategy, Management Consulting, Telecoms and Infrastructure, Egomaron served on the Nigerian Presidential Committee as lead consultant co-ordinating working groups to support successful drafting and publishing of the Nigerian National Broadband Plan 2020-2025.

Opening Address:

Mr. John OMO,
Secretary General of ATU
Mr. John OMO is the Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the African Union’s specialized agency for telecommunications and ICTs’ development in Africa. He has held the position since January 2019. He leads the continental body entrusted with building consensus within African countries in the development of ICT policies, systems and services, and also in coordinating African participation in international ICT fora. Mr. Omo has 33 years of experience as a lawyer and has contributed immensely to the development of local and international policies, legislation, agreements, and treaties in all areas of public service life but mainly in the area of ICTs. Mr. Omo was awarded the Global Merit Leader Awards 2022 by Telecom Review during Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit in Dubai, UAE.

Keynote Address:
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future

Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani,
Hon. Minister of Communications Innovation & Digital, Nigeria
Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani is the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria and a TIME100 AI 2025 awardee for his leadership in advancing AI globally. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), a leading pan-African technology and innovation centre with presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Namibia. He previously served as European Innovation Manager at PERA and worked at the International Trade Centre in Geneva. Dr. Tijani holds degrees from the University of Jos, Warwick University and the University of Leicester, and serves as Vice Chair of the ITU Council, Co-Chair of the ITU Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, and a member of UNITAR’s Board of Trustees and the ITU Digital Innovation Board.

Presentations Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede

Presentation:
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities

Mr. Mark Tinka
Mr. Mark Tinka is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of TransmissionCo, bringing nearly twenty-five years of experience in the Internet engineering sector. He specializes in high-capacity DWDM optical transmission services and has extensive expertise in DWDM and IP/MPLS networking, network design and large-scale engineering. Prior to TransmissionCo, he served as Head of Engineering at SEACOM, where he led complex network infrastructure projects and drove technical innovation across the continent.

Presentation:
Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks

Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson is a faculty member in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon University and Carnegie Mellon University–Africa, where his work focuses on models, algorithms and frameworks that enhance network reliability. His research has earned multiple Test of Time awards, faculty awards and best paper awards. He has chaired leading networking conferences, including NSDI, SIGCOMM and IMC, and serves on several international steering committees.

Technical Perspective:
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance

Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur is the Managing Director of GreenLink Marine (Singapore), specializing in subsea cable route engineering, risk assessments, marine stakeholder engagement and subsea cable protection strategies. With more than twenty years of global experience across over forty countries, she has led feasibility studies, permitting, site assessments, marine surveys and cable protection programmes for international telecommunication systems. She previously served as Senior Marine and Industry Liaison Manager and as Cable Route Survey Project Manager.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Ms. Samia Bahsoun is the Co-Founder of Aqua2Terra and Principal of the global telecom advisory firm S2 Associates International. A telecom infrastructure innovator and strategic adviser, she brings a distinguished track record shaped by early R&D roles at Bell Labs, executive leadership positions and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. She has led the design and deployment of subsea, national backbone, metro and access networks, advising governments, service providers and hyperscalers across Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Mr. Chongguang Ma
Mr. Chongguang Ma is the General Manager for the Middle East and Africa region at HMN Technologies, bringing fifteen years of experience across the telecommunications industry. His background spans research and development, solution engineering and sales, covering both subsea and terrestrial network systems, and he maintains extensive technical and industry relationships across the region.

Q&A
Q&A

Panel discussion Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya

Moderator Session 2:

Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Mr. Ahmed Atyya is a telecommunications and ICT regulatory expert with extensive experience supporting national and regional policy development aligned with ITU recommendations and global standards. His expertise covers numbering plan administration, licensing regimes, competition policy, consumer protection, privacy regulation, and IPv6 migration strategies. He is actively engaged with ITU-T Study Group 2, contributing to international work on numbering, naming, addressing and routing. Mr. Atyya has a strong record of translating technical requirements into effective regulatory frameworks and facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination to advance digital transformation objectives. He holds an MSc in Information Technology (Information Security) and has advanced English proficiency.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Richard ANAGO
An Engineer in Telecommunications Design, Mr. Richard ANAGO has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications and ICT, with expertise in development, standardization, and radiocommunications. He served for 20 years as Head of Cooperation and International Relations in Burkina Faso. Since December 2024, he has been serving as Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Mr. Douglas Njenga is a Director at WIOCC, a pan-African digital infrastructure company investing in subsea and terrestrial networks. With more than a decade of experience in telecommunications, law and regulatory strategy, he oversees engagement with governments and policy bodies to advance harmonized frameworks for investment, competition and digital inclusion. He has been instrumental in regional policy dialogues on open access, infrastructure sharing and collaboration to expand affordable broadband and accelerate Africa’s connectivity transformation. Mr. Njenga also serves on the Executive Committee of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), contributing to global initiatives that safeguard subsea cable systems and promote resilient international connectivity.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo is the Regional Business Head and General Counsel at MainOne Cable Company (an Equinix Inc. subsidiary), where he oversees sales, operations, legal, regulatory and compliance functions across West Africa. He has led major initiatives in data centre development, fibre-optic expansion and innovative infrastructure financing. A former Co-Head of Financial Services at Jackson, Etti & Edu, he is widely recognised in the profession, earning distinctions including IFLR “Rising Star,” Chambers Global “Leading Lawyer,” “African Legal Rising Star,” and “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40.”

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
Hanane Boujemi is a seasoned leader in tech policy and regulatory strategy, with over 18 years of experience shaping governance frameworks across emerging and advanced markets. She specializes in digital regulation, and technology risk management, advising senior government leaders, industry, and multilateral institutions on building policies that balance innovation with public interest.
Her work sits at the intersection of technology, law, and global affairs, where she has led high-impact initiatives across EMEA to strengthen regulatory ecosystems, advance ethical AI deployment, and support evidence-based policymaking. As the CEO of Tech Policy Tank, Ms. Boujemi is committed to bridging the worlds of tech and regulation—driving forward strategies that combine safe, sustainable, and inclusive technological progress with economic impact.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO
Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO is an expert in the field of optical communication technologies, fiber optics communication networks, radiocommunication technology, digital infrastructures and management of engineering projects in telecommunications at Autorité de Régulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) from Togo, the national telecommunication authorithy of Togo. After joining ARCEP-TOGO in 2013, he has been working on radiospectrum management and monitoring, fiber optics communications networks regulation and monitoring, quality of service, research and development projects.
He has been working as digital infrastructure expert on national level projects like e-Government project, design of national optical fiber backbone networks project, design of FTTH networks in main cities of Togo, MCC Threshold Programme. He received the BSc in Physics in 2004 and the MSc in Physics in 2006 from Université de Lomé in Togo, a Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering/Optical Communication Technology from Zhejiang University in China in 2012.
He is Associate Professor in optical engineering, optical communication technologies and information technology at Physics Department and Computer Sciences Department in Université de Lomé. His research interests include optical fibers, fiber-based devices, fiber lasers, fiber sensors, optical networks, fiber optics access networks, nonlinear fiber optics, Radio Over Fiber, DWDM and SDM systems, free-space communications, computer networks, cybersecurity, quantum cryptography, AI and optical networks.

Regional and Global Cooperation

Presentation:
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience

Ms. Elina Noor
Ms. Elina Noor is a Senior Fellow in the Asia Program at Carnegie, where her work focuses on developments in Southeast Asia, with particular attention to how emerging technologies are reshaping power dynamics, governance and nation-building. She previously served as Director of Political-Security Affairs and Deputy Director of the Washington, D.C. office at the Asia Society Policy Institute, and as an Associate Professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu.

Presentation:
Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure

Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu is the Managing Director for Digital Infrastructure – Middle East and Africa at SEACOM, bringing more than fifteen years of experience in the telecommunications sector. He focuses on expanding and securing fibre and subsea cable systems across East Africa and the Middle East. Previously, as Director of Carrier Business for China Mobile International in Kenya, he managed major fibre projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, including terrestrial, metro, PoP, data centre and subsea cable connectivity.

Q&A
Q&A

Closing Remarks

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju,
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju is the Managing Director of Aetheris Consult, the co-founder and CEO of ASEF Africa, and leads the UK chapter of Women in Tech Africa. She has over 18 years of experience shaping the legal, policy, and regulatory landscape for subsea cables, data centres, and satellite connectivity across EMEA. She chaired the 2Africa Policy Working Group at Meta and developed subsea best-practice frameworks. Her portfolio covers major systems including 2Africa, IEX, IAX, OAC, MainOne, DARE1, SMW6 and the Deep Blue. Ms. Adeyanju also serves as a Pen Holder in an ITU Working Group contributing to global standards on subsea cable resilience. Formerly Head of Regulatory Services at MainOne (Equinix), she enabled market entry and open-access broadband policy across more than fifteen African markets.

Co-Conveners

Director and Head of Standardization, ATU
Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Mr. Isaac Boateng
Mr. Isaac Boateng is the Director and Head of Standardization at the African
Telecommunications Union (ATU), with over twenty-three years of experience in
the digital technology and ICT sector. He oversees the development and
implementation of sector-specific initiatives, projects and programmes, and
provides technical support to ATU Members in their preparations for global and
regional conferences, including standardization-related engagements within the
International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the African Union (AU) and the
Regional Economic Communities (RECs).
Prior to joining ATU, Mr. Boateng served as Deputy Director in charge of
Technical Regulations at the National Communications Authority of Ghana. He has
been an ITU standardization expert since 2008, serving as Vice-Chair of the
Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), Vice-Chair of ITU-T
Study Group 11 (signalling requirements and protocols), and Chair of the ITU-T
SG11 Regional Group for Africa. He has edited several ITU-T Recommendations and
Technical Papers and has chaired numerous national, regional and international
committees in ICT standardization, development and fintech.

Ms. Nomsa Muswai
Ms. Nomsa Muswai is the Co-Founder of ASEF Africa and a strategic negotiator for
Global Network Acquisition at Google. She has extensive experience in subsea and
terrestrial network development across the EMEA region and serves as a member of
the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Advisory Body for Submarine Cable
Resilience, where she contributes to international best practices on the protection
of critical subsea infrastructure.
Prior to joining Google, Ms. Muswai worked as EMEA Co-Lead Partner Engineer for
Network Implementation at Meta and previously served as a Senior Network Engineer
at Core2Africa. She holds an MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of South Africa.

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Reports

Article: Subsea Cable Resilience Workshop Calls for Rethink of Africa’s Critical Infrastructure

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Video: ATU-ASEF Online Capacity Building Workshop on Subsea Cable Resilience

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Concept Note - En

Background:

Submarine cable systems are the backbone of global connectivity, carrying over 95% of international communications and internet traffic. Africa’s digital transformation and socio-economic development are highly dependent on the security, resilience, and expansion of these systems. However, submarine cables face multiple risks including physical damage, cyber threats, inadequate redundancy, and governance challenges.
To address these issues, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in partnership with the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) is organizing an online Capacity Building Workshop on Submarine Cable Resilience. The workshop will enhance the technical, policy, and regulatory knowledge of African stakeholders to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

Objectives:

The main objectives of the workshop are to:
Build capacity of African member states, regulators, operators, and industry players on submarine cable resilience and security.
Share best practices on planning, deployment, protection, and maintenance of submarine cable systems.
Strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration in protecting critical subsea infrastructure.
Align discussions with ITU priorities related to submarine cables, resilience, and digital infrastructure.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced knowledge and technical expertise on submarine cable resilience.
Strengthened policy and regulatory frameworks for subsea infrastructure protection in Africa.
Improved collaboration and coordination among stakeholders at continental and global levels.
Concrete standards and policies related to submarine cable systems.

Participants:

The workshop meeting will bring together:
ATU Member States, Associate Members and Regulators
Submarine Cable Operators and Industry Players
Regional Economic Communities (RECs)
International Partners and Standards Bodies (e.g. ITU, ICPC, ISOC)
Academia and Research Institutions
Civil Society Organizations

Format and Duration: 2hrs:

Format: online capacity building workshop with expert presentations, case studies, recommendations and call for action

Venue and Date:

10th December 2025; Virtual

Partners:

Conclusion:

The ATU–ASEF workshop will provide a timely platform to strengthen Africa’s resilience in submarine cable systems and ensure the continent’s coordinated engagement. By combining technical knowledge building with policy preparation, the initiative supports Africa’s long-term digital transformation and connectivity agenda.

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Concept Note - Fr

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Contexte:

Les systèmes de câbles sous-marins constituent l’épine dorsale de la connectivité mondiale, acheminant plus de 95 % des communications internationales et du trafic Internet. La transformation numérique et le développement socio-économique de l’Afrique dépendent fortement de la sécurité, de la résilience et de l’expansion de ces systèmes. Cependant, les câbles sous-marins sont exposés à de multiples risques, notamment des dommages physiques, des cybermenaces, une redondance insuffisante et des défis en matière de gouvernance.
Pour aborder ces questions, l’Union Africaine des Télécommunications (UAT), en partenariat avec le Forum Africain sur l’Ecosystème Sous-Marin (Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum – ASEF), organise un atelier en ligne sur le renforcement des capacités en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins. Cet atelier permettra d’améliorer les connaissances techniques, politiques et réglementaires des parties prenantes africaines afin de protéger cette infrastructure essentielle.

Objectifs:

Les principaux objectifs de l’atelier sont les suivants :
Renforcer les capacités des États Membres Africains, des régulateurs, des opérateurs et des acteurs du secteur en matière de résilience et de sécurité des câbles sous-marins.
Partager les meilleures pratiques en matière de planification, de déploiement, de protection et de maintenance des systèmes de câbles sous-marins.
Renforcer la collaboration entre les différentes parties prenantes pour protéger les infrastructures sous-marines critiques.
Aligner les discussions sur les priorités de l’UIT en matière de câbles sous-marins, de résilience et d’infrastructures numériques.

Résultats attendus:

Amélioration des connaissances et de l’expertise technique en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins.
Renforcement des cadres politiques et réglementaires pour la protection des infrastructures sous-marines en Afrique.
Amélioration de la collaboration et de la coordination entre les parties prenantes aux niveaux continental et mondial.
Normes et politiques concrètes relatives aux systèmes de câbles sous-marins.

Participants:

L’atelier réunira :
Les États Membres et les Membres Associés de l’UAT
Les opérateurs de câbles sous-marins et les acteurs du secteur
Les Communautés Economiques Régionales (CER)
Les partenaires internationaux et les organismes de normalisation (Ex : l’UIT, l’ICPC, l’ISOC)
Les universités et les instituts de recherche
Les organisations de la société civile

Format et durée : 2 heures

Format : atelier de renforcement des capacités en ligne avec présentations d’experts, études de cas, recommandations et appel à l’action

Lieu et date :

10 Décembre 2025, En ligne

Partenaires:

Conclusion:

L’atelier ATU-ASEF offrira une plateforme opportune pour renforcer la résilience de l’Afrique en matière de systèmes de câbles sous-marins et garantir l’engagement coordonné du continent. En combinant le renforcement des connaissances techniques et la préparation des politiques, cette initiative soutient le programme à long terme de l’Afrique en matière de transformation numérique et de connectivité.

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Programme

Session Block
Activity
Title / Focus
Lead Person(s)
Title / Organisation / Role

Opening Session
Welcome remarks
Introductory
Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Snr. Program Manager, Network Investments – Meta

Opening address
Introductory
Mr. John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Keynote address
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future
Dr ’Bosun Tijani
Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Setting the Context
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities
Mr. Mark Tinka
Co-Founder & Managing Director, TransmissionCo; former Head of Engineering, SEACOM
View/ Download Presentation

Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University & CMU–Africa
View/ Download Presentation

Technical Perspectives
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Managing Director, GreenLink Marine (Singapore)
View/ Download Presentation

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Co-Founder, Aqua2Terra; Principal, S2 Associates International

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Mr. Chongguang Ma
General Manager, MEA Region, HMN Technologies.
View/ Download Presentation

Q&A

Policy & Regulatory Dimensions
Panel discussion
Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa
Mr. Richard Anago
Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.
Remarks – En | Remarks – Fr

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Director, WIOCC; Executive Committee Member, ICPC

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Regional Business Head & General Counsel, MainOne (Equinix)

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
CEO, Tech Policy Tank

Prof. Barèrèm Mêlgueba MAO
Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Posts (ARCEP) (Togo)

Regional & Global Cooperation
Presentation
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience
Ms. Elina Noor
Senior Fellow, Asia Program, Carnegie

Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Managing Director, Digital Infrastructure – Middle East & Africa, SEACOM
View/ Download Presentation

Q&A

Closing Session
Closing remarks
Conclusion
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju
Co-founder, ASEF Africa

Closing remarks
Conclusion
Mr. John Omo
ATU Secretary General

Speaker Biographies

Opening Session

Welcome Remarks
ASEF Co-Founder

Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Egomaron Jegede is a Co-Founder of the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) and Snr Program Manager, Network Investments – Infrastructure at Meta. An experienced technology professional with 18+ years experience delivering complex multi million dollar global infrastructure projects including Subsea Cables, Terrestrial Fiber and Data Centers in West Africa, EMEA and from Europe to the US.
He served as PM of 2Africa Subsea Cable Project for 2021-2023 and is passionate about crafting and deploying technology solutions to solve challenging and dynamic business needs globally. With experience in Technology Strategy, Management Consulting, Telecoms and Infrastructure, Egomaron served on the Nigerian Presidential Committee as lead consultant co-ordinating working groups to support successful drafting and publishing of the Nigerian National Broadband Plan 2020-2025.

Opening Address:

Mr. John OMO,
Secretary General of ATU
Mr. John OMO is the Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the African Union’s specialized agency for telecommunications and ICTs’ development in Africa. He has held the position since January 2019. He leads the continental body entrusted with building consensus within African countries in the development of ICT policies, systems and services, and also in coordinating African participation in international ICT fora. Mr. Omo has 33 years of experience as a lawyer and has contributed immensely to the development of local and international policies, legislation, agreements, and treaties in all areas of public service life but mainly in the area of ICTs. Mr. Omo was awarded the Global Merit Leader Awards 2022 by Telecom Review during Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit in Dubai, UAE.

Keynote Address:
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future

Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani,
Hon. Minister of Communications Innovation & Digital, Nigeria
Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani is the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria and a TIME100 AI 2025 awardee for his leadership in advancing AI globally. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), a leading pan-African technology and innovation centre with presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Namibia. He previously served as European Innovation Manager at PERA and worked at the International Trade Centre in Geneva. Dr. Tijani holds degrees from the University of Jos, Warwick University and the University of Leicester, and serves as Vice Chair of the ITU Council, Co-Chair of the ITU Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, and a member of UNITAR’s Board of Trustees and the ITU Digital Innovation Board.

Presentations Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede

Presentation:
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities

Mr. Mark Tinka
Mr. Mark Tinka is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of TransmissionCo, bringing nearly twenty-five years of experience in the Internet engineering sector. He specializes in high-capacity DWDM optical transmission services and has extensive expertise in DWDM and IP/MPLS networking, network design and large-scale engineering. Prior to TransmissionCo, he served as Head of Engineering at SEACOM, where he led complex network infrastructure projects and drove technical innovation across the continent.

Presentation:
Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks

Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson is a faculty member in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon University and Carnegie Mellon University–Africa, where his work focuses on models, algorithms and frameworks that enhance network reliability. His research has earned multiple Test of Time awards, faculty awards and best paper awards. He has chaired leading networking conferences, including NSDI, SIGCOMM and IMC, and serves on several international steering committees.

Technical Perspective:
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance

Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur is the Managing Director of GreenLink Marine (Singapore), specializing in subsea cable route engineering, risk assessments, marine stakeholder engagement and subsea cable protection strategies. With more than twenty years of global experience across over forty countries, she has led feasibility studies, permitting, site assessments, marine surveys and cable protection programmes for international telecommunication systems. She previously served as Senior Marine and Industry Liaison Manager and as Cable Route Survey Project Manager.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Ms. Samia Bahsoun is the Co-Founder of Aqua2Terra and Principal of the global telecom advisory firm S2 Associates International. A telecom infrastructure innovator and strategic adviser, she brings a distinguished track record shaped by early R&D roles at Bell Labs, executive leadership positions and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. She has led the design and deployment of subsea, national backbone, metro and access networks, advising governments, service providers and hyperscalers across Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Mr. Chongguang Ma
Mr. Chongguang Ma is the General Manager for the Middle East and Africa region at HMN Technologies, bringing fifteen years of experience across the telecommunications industry. His background spans research and development, solution engineering and sales, covering both subsea and terrestrial network systems, and he maintains extensive technical and industry relationships across the region.

Q&A
Q&A

Panel discussion Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya

Moderator Session 2:

Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Mr. Ahmed Atyya is a telecommunications and ICT regulatory expert with extensive experience supporting national and regional policy development aligned with ITU recommendations and global standards. His expertise covers numbering plan administration, licensing regimes, competition policy, consumer protection, privacy regulation, and IPv6 migration strategies. He is actively engaged with ITU-T Study Group 2, contributing to international work on numbering, naming, addressing and routing. Mr. Atyya has a strong record of translating technical requirements into effective regulatory frameworks and facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination to advance digital transformation objectives. He holds an MSc in Information Technology (Information Security) and has advanced English proficiency.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Richard ANAGO
An Engineer in Telecommunications Design, Mr. Richard ANAGO has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications and ICT, with expertise in development, standardization, and radiocommunications. He served for 20 years as Head of Cooperation and International Relations in Burkina Faso. Since December 2024, he has been serving as Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Mr. Douglas Njenga is a Director at WIOCC, a pan-African digital infrastructure company investing in subsea and terrestrial networks. With more than a decade of experience in telecommunications, law and regulatory strategy, he oversees engagement with governments and policy bodies to advance harmonized frameworks for investment, competition and digital inclusion. He has been instrumental in regional policy dialogues on open access, infrastructure sharing and collaboration to expand affordable broadband and accelerate Africa’s connectivity transformation. Mr. Njenga also serves on the Executive Committee of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), contributing to global initiatives that safeguard subsea cable systems and promote resilient international connectivity.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo is the Regional Business Head and General Counsel at MainOne Cable Company (an Equinix Inc. subsidiary), where he oversees sales, operations, legal, regulatory and compliance functions across West Africa. He has led major initiatives in data centre development, fibre-optic expansion and innovative infrastructure financing. A former Co-Head of Financial Services at Jackson, Etti & Edu, he is widely recognised in the profession, earning distinctions including IFLR “Rising Star,” Chambers Global “Leading Lawyer,” “African Legal Rising Star,” and “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40.”

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
Hanane Boujemi is a seasoned leader in tech policy and regulatory strategy, with over 18 years of experience shaping governance frameworks across emerging and advanced markets. She specializes in digital regulation, and technology risk management, advising senior government leaders, industry, and multilateral institutions on building policies that balance innovation with public interest.
Her work sits at the intersection of technology, law, and global affairs, where she has led high-impact initiatives across EMEA to strengthen regulatory ecosystems, advance ethical AI deployment, and support evidence-based policymaking. As the CEO of Tech Policy Tank, Ms. Boujemi is committed to bridging the worlds of tech and regulation—driving forward strategies that combine safe, sustainable, and inclusive technological progress with economic impact.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO
Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO is an expert in the field of optical communication technologies, fiber optics communication networks, radiocommunication technology, digital infrastructures and management of engineering projects in telecommunications at Autorité de Régulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) from Togo, the national telecommunication authorithy of Togo. After joining ARCEP-TOGO in 2013, he has been working on radiospectrum management and monitoring, fiber optics communications networks regulation and monitoring, quality of service, research and development projects.
He has been working as digital infrastructure expert on national level projects like e-Government project, design of national optical fiber backbone networks project, design of FTTH networks in main cities of Togo, MCC Threshold Programme. He received the BSc in Physics in 2004 and the MSc in Physics in 2006 from Université de Lomé in Togo, a Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering/Optical Communication Technology from Zhejiang University in China in 2012.
He is Associate Professor in optical engineering, optical communication technologies and information technology at Physics Department and Computer Sciences Department in Université de Lomé. His research interests include optical fibers, fiber-based devices, fiber lasers, fiber sensors, optical networks, fiber optics access networks, nonlinear fiber optics, Radio Over Fiber, DWDM and SDM systems, free-space communications, computer networks, cybersecurity, quantum cryptography, AI and optical networks.

Regional and Global Cooperation

Presentation:
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience

Ms. Elina Noor
Ms. Elina Noor is a Senior Fellow in the Asia Program at Carnegie, where her work focuses on developments in Southeast Asia, with particular attention to how emerging technologies are reshaping power dynamics, governance and nation-building. She previously served as Director of Political-Security Affairs and Deputy Director of the Washington, D.C. office at the Asia Society Policy Institute, and as an Associate Professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu.

Presentation:
Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure

Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu is the Managing Director for Digital Infrastructure – Middle East and Africa at SEACOM, bringing more than fifteen years of experience in the telecommunications sector. He focuses on expanding and securing fibre and subsea cable systems across East Africa and the Middle East. Previously, as Director of Carrier Business for China Mobile International in Kenya, he managed major fibre projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, including terrestrial, metro, PoP, data centre and subsea cable connectivity.

Q&A
Q&A

Closing Remarks

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju,
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju is the Managing Director of Aetheris Consult, the co-founder and CEO of ASEF Africa, and leads the UK chapter of Women in Tech Africa. She has over 18 years of experience shaping the legal, policy, and regulatory landscape for subsea cables, data centres, and satellite connectivity across EMEA. She chaired the 2Africa Policy Working Group at Meta and developed subsea best-practice frameworks. Her portfolio covers major systems including 2Africa, IEX, IAX, OAC, MainOne, DARE1, SMW6 and the Deep Blue. Ms. Adeyanju also serves as a Pen Holder in an ITU Working Group contributing to global standards on subsea cable resilience. Formerly Head of Regulatory Services at MainOne (Equinix), she enabled market entry and open-access broadband policy across more than fifteen African markets.

Co-Conveners

Director and Head of Standardization, ATU
Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Mr. Isaac Boateng
Mr. Isaac Boateng is the Director and Head of Standardization at the African
Telecommunications Union (ATU), with over twenty-three years of experience in
the digital technology and ICT sector. He oversees the development and
implementation of sector-specific initiatives, projects and programmes, and
provides technical support to ATU Members in their preparations for global and
regional conferences, including standardization-related engagements within the
International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the African Union (AU) and the
Regional Economic Communities (RECs).
Prior to joining ATU, Mr. Boateng served as Deputy Director in charge of
Technical Regulations at the National Communications Authority of Ghana. He has
been an ITU standardization expert since 2008, serving as Vice-Chair of the
Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), Vice-Chair of ITU-T
Study Group 11 (signalling requirements and protocols), and Chair of the ITU-T
SG11 Regional Group for Africa. He has edited several ITU-T Recommendations and
Technical Papers and has chaired numerous national, regional and international
committees in ICT standardization, development and fintech.

Ms. Nomsa Muswai
Ms. Nomsa Muswai is the Co-Founder of ASEF Africa and a strategic negotiator for
Global Network Acquisition at Google. She has extensive experience in subsea and
terrestrial network development across the EMEA region and serves as a member of
the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Advisory Body for Submarine Cable
Resilience, where she contributes to international best practices on the protection
of critical subsea infrastructure.
Prior to joining Google, Ms. Muswai worked as EMEA Co-Lead Partner Engineer for
Network Implementation at Meta and previously served as a Senior Network Engineer
at Core2Africa. She holds an MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of South Africa.

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Article: Subsea Cable Resilience Workshop Calls for Rethink of Africa’s Critical Infrastructure

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Programme

Speaker Biographies

Results

Background:

Submarine cable systems are the backbone of global connectivity, carrying over 95% of international communications and internet traffic. Africa’s digital transformation and socio-economic development are highly dependent on the security, resilience, and expansion of these systems. However, submarine cables face multiple risks including physical damage, cyber threats, inadequate redundancy, and governance challenges.
To address these issues, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in partnership with the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) is organizing an online Capacity Building Workshop on Submarine Cable Resilience. The workshop will enhance the technical, policy, and regulatory knowledge of African stakeholders to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

Objectives:

The main objectives of the workshop are to:
Build capacity of African member states, regulators, operators, and industry players on submarine cable resilience and security.
Share best practices on planning, deployment, protection, and maintenance of submarine cable systems.
Strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration in protecting critical subsea infrastructure.
Align discussions with ITU priorities related to submarine cables, resilience, and digital infrastructure.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced knowledge and technical expertise on submarine cable resilience.
Strengthened policy and regulatory frameworks for subsea infrastructure protection in Africa.
Improved collaboration and coordination among stakeholders at continental and global levels.
Concrete standards and policies related to submarine cable systems.

Participants:

The workshop meeting will bring together:
ATU Member States, Associate Members and Regulators
Submarine Cable Operators and Industry Players
Regional Economic Communities (RECs)
International Partners and Standards Bodies (e.g. ITU, ICPC, ISOC)
Academia and Research Institutions
Civil Society Organizations

Format and Duration: 2hrs:

Format: online capacity building workshop with expert presentations, case studies, recommendations and call for action

Venue and Date:

10th December 2025; Virtual

Partners:

Conclusion:

The ATU–ASEF workshop will provide a timely platform to strengthen Africa’s resilience in submarine cable systems and ensure the continent’s coordinated engagement. By combining technical knowledge building with policy preparation, the initiative supports Africa’s long-term digital transformation and connectivity agenda.

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Contexte:

Les systèmes de câbles sous-marins constituent l’épine dorsale de la connectivité mondiale, acheminant plus de 95 % des communications internationales et du trafic Internet. La transformation numérique et le développement socio-économique de l’Afrique dépendent fortement de la sécurité, de la résilience et de l’expansion de ces systèmes. Cependant, les câbles sous-marins sont exposés à de multiples risques, notamment des dommages physiques, des cybermenaces, une redondance insuffisante et des défis en matière de gouvernance.
Pour aborder ces questions, l’Union Africaine des Télécommunications (UAT), en partenariat avec le Forum Africain sur l’Ecosystème Sous-Marin (Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum – ASEF), organise un atelier en ligne sur le renforcement des capacités en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins. Cet atelier permettra d’améliorer les connaissances techniques, politiques et réglementaires des parties prenantes africaines afin de protéger cette infrastructure essentielle.

Objectifs:

Les principaux objectifs de l’atelier sont les suivants :
Renforcer les capacités des États Membres Africains, des régulateurs, des opérateurs et des acteurs du secteur en matière de résilience et de sécurité des câbles sous-marins.
Partager les meilleures pratiques en matière de planification, de déploiement, de protection et de maintenance des systèmes de câbles sous-marins.
Renforcer la collaboration entre les différentes parties prenantes pour protéger les infrastructures sous-marines critiques.
Aligner les discussions sur les priorités de l’UIT en matière de câbles sous-marins, de résilience et d’infrastructures numériques.

Résultats attendus:

Amélioration des connaissances et de l’expertise technique en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins.
Renforcement des cadres politiques et réglementaires pour la protection des infrastructures sous-marines en Afrique.
Amélioration de la collaboration et de la coordination entre les parties prenantes aux niveaux continental et mondial.
Normes et politiques concrètes relatives aux systèmes de câbles sous-marins.

Participants:

L’atelier réunira :
Les États Membres et les Membres Associés de l’UAT
Les opérateurs de câbles sous-marins et les acteurs du secteur
Les Communautés Economiques Régionales (CER)
Les partenaires internationaux et les organismes de normalisation (Ex : l’UIT, l’ICPC, l’ISOC)
Les universités et les instituts de recherche
Les organisations de la société civile

Format et durée : 2 heures

Format : atelier de renforcement des capacités en ligne avec présentations d’experts, études de cas, recommandations et appel à l’action

Lieu et date :

10 Décembre 2025, En ligne

Partenaires:

Conclusion:

L’atelier ATU-ASEF offrira une plateforme opportune pour renforcer la résilience de l’Afrique en matière de systèmes de câbles sous-marins et garantir l’engagement coordonné du continent. En combinant le renforcement des connaissances techniques et la préparation des politiques, cette initiative soutient le programme à long terme de l’Afrique en matière de transformation numérique et de connectivité.

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Session Block
Activity
Title / Focus
Lead Person(s)
Title / Organisation / Role

Opening Session
Welcome remarks
Introductory
Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Snr. Program Manager, Network Investments – Meta

Opening address
Introductory
Mr. John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Keynote address
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future
Dr ’Bosun Tijani
Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Setting the Context
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities
Mr. Mark Tinka
Co-Founder & Managing Director, TransmissionCo; former Head of Engineering, SEACOM
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Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University & CMU–Africa
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Technical Perspectives
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Managing Director, GreenLink Marine (Singapore)
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Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Co-Founder, Aqua2Terra; Principal, S2 Associates International

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Mr. Chongguang Ma
General Manager, MEA Region, HMN Technologies.
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Q&A

Policy & Regulatory Dimensions
Panel discussion
Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa
Mr. Richard Anago
Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.
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Mr. Douglas Njenga
Director, WIOCC; Executive Committee Member, ICPC

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Regional Business Head & General Counsel, MainOne (Equinix)

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
CEO, Tech Policy Tank

Prof. Barèrèm Mêlgueba MAO
Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Posts (ARCEP) (Togo)

Regional & Global Cooperation
Presentation
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience
Ms. Elina Noor
Senior Fellow, Asia Program, Carnegie

Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Managing Director, Digital Infrastructure – Middle East & Africa, SEACOM
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Q&A

Closing Session
Closing remarks
Conclusion
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju
Co-founder, ASEF Africa

Closing remarks
Conclusion
Mr. John Omo
ATU Secretary General

Opening Session

Welcome Remarks
ASEF Co-Founder

Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Egomaron Jegede is a Co-Founder of the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) and Snr Program Manager, Network Investments – Infrastructure at Meta. An experienced technology professional with 18+ years experience delivering complex multi million dollar global infrastructure projects including Subsea Cables, Terrestrial Fiber and Data Centers in West Africa, EMEA and from Europe to the US.
He served as PM of 2Africa Subsea Cable Project for 2021-2023 and is passionate about crafting and deploying technology solutions to solve challenging and dynamic business needs globally. With experience in Technology Strategy, Management Consulting, Telecoms and Infrastructure, Egomaron served on the Nigerian Presidential Committee as lead consultant co-ordinating working groups to support successful drafting and publishing of the Nigerian National Broadband Plan 2020-2025.

Opening Address:

Mr. John OMO,
Secretary General of ATU
Mr. John OMO is the Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the African Union’s specialized agency for telecommunications and ICTs’ development in Africa. He has held the position since January 2019. He leads the continental body entrusted with building consensus within African countries in the development of ICT policies, systems and services, and also in coordinating African participation in international ICT fora. Mr. Omo has 33 years of experience as a lawyer and has contributed immensely to the development of local and international policies, legislation, agreements, and treaties in all areas of public service life but mainly in the area of ICTs. Mr. Omo was awarded the Global Merit Leader Awards 2022 by Telecom Review during Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit in Dubai, UAE.

Keynote Address:
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future

Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani,
Hon. Minister of Communications Innovation & Digital, Nigeria
Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani is the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria and a TIME100 AI 2025 awardee for his leadership in advancing AI globally. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), a leading pan-African technology and innovation centre with presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Namibia. He previously served as European Innovation Manager at PERA and worked at the International Trade Centre in Geneva. Dr. Tijani holds degrees from the University of Jos, Warwick University and the University of Leicester, and serves as Vice Chair of the ITU Council, Co-Chair of the ITU Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, and a member of UNITAR’s Board of Trustees and the ITU Digital Innovation Board.

Presentations Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede

Presentation:
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities

Mr. Mark Tinka
Mr. Mark Tinka is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of TransmissionCo, bringing nearly twenty-five years of experience in the Internet engineering sector. He specializes in high-capacity DWDM optical transmission services and has extensive expertise in DWDM and IP/MPLS networking, network design and large-scale engineering. Prior to TransmissionCo, he served as Head of Engineering at SEACOM, where he led complex network infrastructure projects and drove technical innovation across the continent.

Presentation:
Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks

Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson is a faculty member in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon University and Carnegie Mellon University–Africa, where his work focuses on models, algorithms and frameworks that enhance network reliability. His research has earned multiple Test of Time awards, faculty awards and best paper awards. He has chaired leading networking conferences, including NSDI, SIGCOMM and IMC, and serves on several international steering committees.

Technical Perspective:
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance

Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur is the Managing Director of GreenLink Marine (Singapore), specializing in subsea cable route engineering, risk assessments, marine stakeholder engagement and subsea cable protection strategies. With more than twenty years of global experience across over forty countries, she has led feasibility studies, permitting, site assessments, marine surveys and cable protection programmes for international telecommunication systems. She previously served as Senior Marine and Industry Liaison Manager and as Cable Route Survey Project Manager.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Ms. Samia Bahsoun is the Co-Founder of Aqua2Terra and Principal of the global telecom advisory firm S2 Associates International. A telecom infrastructure innovator and strategic adviser, she brings a distinguished track record shaped by early R&D roles at Bell Labs, executive leadership positions and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. She has led the design and deployment of subsea, national backbone, metro and access networks, advising governments, service providers and hyperscalers across Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Mr. Chongguang Ma
Mr. Chongguang Ma is the General Manager for the Middle East and Africa region at HMN Technologies, bringing fifteen years of experience across the telecommunications industry. His background spans research and development, solution engineering and sales, covering both subsea and terrestrial network systems, and he maintains extensive technical and industry relationships across the region.

Q&A
Q&A

Panel discussion Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya

Moderator Session 2:

Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Mr. Ahmed Atyya is a telecommunications and ICT regulatory expert with extensive experience supporting national and regional policy development aligned with ITU recommendations and global standards. His expertise covers numbering plan administration, licensing regimes, competition policy, consumer protection, privacy regulation, and IPv6 migration strategies. He is actively engaged with ITU-T Study Group 2, contributing to international work on numbering, naming, addressing and routing. Mr. Atyya has a strong record of translating technical requirements into effective regulatory frameworks and facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination to advance digital transformation objectives. He holds an MSc in Information Technology (Information Security) and has advanced English proficiency.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Richard ANAGO
An Engineer in Telecommunications Design, Mr. Richard ANAGO has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications and ICT, with expertise in development, standardization, and radiocommunications. He served for 20 years as Head of Cooperation and International Relations in Burkina Faso. Since December 2024, he has been serving as Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Mr. Douglas Njenga is a Director at WIOCC, a pan-African digital infrastructure company investing in subsea and terrestrial networks. With more than a decade of experience in telecommunications, law and regulatory strategy, he oversees engagement with governments and policy bodies to advance harmonized frameworks for investment, competition and digital inclusion. He has been instrumental in regional policy dialogues on open access, infrastructure sharing and collaboration to expand affordable broadband and accelerate Africa’s connectivity transformation. Mr. Njenga also serves on the Executive Committee of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), contributing to global initiatives that safeguard subsea cable systems and promote resilient international connectivity.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo is the Regional Business Head and General Counsel at MainOne Cable Company (an Equinix Inc. subsidiary), where he oversees sales, operations, legal, regulatory and compliance functions across West Africa. He has led major initiatives in data centre development, fibre-optic expansion and innovative infrastructure financing. A former Co-Head of Financial Services at Jackson, Etti & Edu, he is widely recognised in the profession, earning distinctions including IFLR “Rising Star,” Chambers Global “Leading Lawyer,” “African Legal Rising Star,” and “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40.”

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
Hanane Boujemi is a seasoned leader in tech policy and regulatory strategy, with over 18 years of experience shaping governance frameworks across emerging and advanced markets. She specializes in digital regulation, and technology risk management, advising senior government leaders, industry, and multilateral institutions on building policies that balance innovation with public interest.
Her work sits at the intersection of technology, law, and global affairs, where she has led high-impact initiatives across EMEA to strengthen regulatory ecosystems, advance ethical AI deployment, and support evidence-based policymaking. As the CEO of Tech Policy Tank, Ms. Boujemi is committed to bridging the worlds of tech and regulation—driving forward strategies that combine safe, sustainable, and inclusive technological progress with economic impact.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO
Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO is an expert in the field of optical communication technologies, fiber optics communication networks, radiocommunication technology, digital infrastructures and management of engineering projects in telecommunications at Autorité de Régulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) from Togo, the national telecommunication authorithy of Togo. After joining ARCEP-TOGO in 2013, he has been working on radiospectrum management and monitoring, fiber optics communications networks regulation and monitoring, quality of service, research and development projects.
He has been working as digital infrastructure expert on national level projects like e-Government project, design of national optical fiber backbone networks project, design of FTTH networks in main cities of Togo, MCC Threshold Programme. He received the BSc in Physics in 2004 and the MSc in Physics in 2006 from Université de Lomé in Togo, a Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering/Optical Communication Technology from Zhejiang University in China in 2012.
He is Associate Professor in optical engineering, optical communication technologies and information technology at Physics Department and Computer Sciences Department in Université de Lomé. His research interests include optical fibers, fiber-based devices, fiber lasers, fiber sensors, optical networks, fiber optics access networks, nonlinear fiber optics, Radio Over Fiber, DWDM and SDM systems, free-space communications, computer networks, cybersecurity, quantum cryptography, AI and optical networks.

Regional and Global Cooperation

Presentation:
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience

Ms. Elina Noor
Ms. Elina Noor is a Senior Fellow in the Asia Program at Carnegie, where her work focuses on developments in Southeast Asia, with particular attention to how emerging technologies are reshaping power dynamics, governance and nation-building. She previously served as Director of Political-Security Affairs and Deputy Director of the Washington, D.C. office at the Asia Society Policy Institute, and as an Associate Professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu.

Presentation:
Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure

Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu is the Managing Director for Digital Infrastructure – Middle East and Africa at SEACOM, bringing more than fifteen years of experience in the telecommunications sector. He focuses on expanding and securing fibre and subsea cable systems across East Africa and the Middle East. Previously, as Director of Carrier Business for China Mobile International in Kenya, he managed major fibre projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, including terrestrial, metro, PoP, data centre and subsea cable connectivity.

Q&A
Q&A

Closing Remarks

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju,
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju is the Managing Director of Aetheris Consult, the co-founder and CEO of ASEF Africa, and leads the UK chapter of Women in Tech Africa. She has over 18 years of experience shaping the legal, policy, and regulatory landscape for subsea cables, data centres, and satellite connectivity across EMEA. She chaired the 2Africa Policy Working Group at Meta and developed subsea best-practice frameworks. Her portfolio covers major systems including 2Africa, IEX, IAX, OAC, MainOne, DARE1, SMW6 and the Deep Blue. Ms. Adeyanju also serves as a Pen Holder in an ITU Working Group contributing to global standards on subsea cable resilience. Formerly Head of Regulatory Services at MainOne (Equinix), she enabled market entry and open-access broadband policy across more than fifteen African markets.

Co-Conveners

Director and Head of Standardization, ATU

Mr. Isaac Boateng,
Mr. Isaac Boateng is the Director and Head of Standardization at the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), with more than twenty-three years of experience in the digital technology and ICT sector. He oversees the development and implementation of sector-specific initiatives, projects and programmes, and provides technical support to ATU Members in their preparations for global and regional conferences, including standardization-related activities within the ITU, the African Union and the Regional Economic Communities. Prior to joining ATU, he served as Deputy Director in charge of Technical Regulations at the National Communications Authority of Ghana. Mr. Boateng has been an ITU standardization expert since 2008, serving as Vice-Chair of the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), Vice-Chair of ITU-T Study Group 11 on signalling requirements and protocols, and Chair of the ITU-T Study Group 11 Regional Group for Africa. He has edited several ITU-T Recommendations and Technical Papers and has chaired multiple national, regional and international committees in ICT standardization, development and fintech.

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Nomsa Muswai
Ms. Nomsa Muswai is the Co-Founder of ASEF Africa and a strategic negotiator for Global Network Acquisition at Google, with extensive experience in subsea and terrestrial network development across EMEA. She is a member of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, contributing to international best practice on the protection of critical subsea infrastructure. Prior to Google, she served as EMEA Co-Lead Partner Engineer for Network Implementation at Meta and previously worked as a Senior Network Engineer at Core2Africa. Ms. Muswai holds an MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of South Africa.

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Article: Subsea Cable Resilience Workshop Calls for Rethink of Africa’s Critical Infrastructure

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Video: ATU-ASEF Online Capacity Building Workshop on Subsea Cable Resilience

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Background:

Submarine cable systems are the backbone of global connectivity, carrying over 95% of international communications and internet traffic. Africa’s digital transformation and socio-economic development are highly dependent on the security, resilience, and expansion of these systems. However, submarine cables face multiple risks including physical damage, cyber threats, inadequate redundancy, and governance challenges.
To address these issues, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), in partnership with the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) is organizing an online Capacity Building Workshop on Submarine Cable Resilience. The workshop will enhance the technical, policy, and regulatory knowledge of African stakeholders to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

Objectives:

The main objectives of the workshop are to:
Build capacity of African member states, regulators, operators, and industry players on submarine cable resilience and security.
Share best practices on planning, deployment, protection, and maintenance of submarine cable systems.
Strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration in protecting critical subsea infrastructure.
Align discussions with ITU priorities related to submarine cables, resilience, and digital infrastructure.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced knowledge and technical expertise on submarine cable resilience.
Strengthened policy and regulatory frameworks for subsea infrastructure protection in Africa.
Improved collaboration and coordination among stakeholders at continental and global levels.
Concrete standards and policies related to submarine cable systems.

Participants:

The workshop meeting will bring together:
ATU Member States, Associate Members and Regulators
Submarine Cable Operators and Industry Players
Regional Economic Communities (RECs)
International Partners and Standards Bodies (e.g. ITU, ICPC, ISOC)
Academia and Research Institutions
Civil Society Organizations

Format and Duration: 2hrs:

Format: online capacity building workshop with expert presentations, case studies, recommendations and call for action

Venue and Date:

10th December 2025; Virtual

Partners:

Conclusion:

The ATU–ASEF workshop will provide a timely platform to strengthen Africa’s resilience in submarine cable systems and ensure the continent’s coordinated engagement. By combining technical knowledge building with policy preparation, the initiative supports Africa’s long-term digital transformation and connectivity agenda.

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Contexte:

Les systèmes de câbles sous-marins constituent l’épine dorsale de la connectivité mondiale, acheminant plus de 95 % des communications internationales et du trafic Internet. La transformation numérique et le développement socio-économique de l’Afrique dépendent fortement de la sécurité, de la résilience et de l’expansion de ces systèmes. Cependant, les câbles sous-marins sont exposés à de multiples risques, notamment des dommages physiques, des cybermenaces, une redondance insuffisante et des défis en matière de gouvernance.
Pour aborder ces questions, l’Union Africaine des Télécommunications (UAT), en partenariat avec le Forum Africain sur l’Ecosystème Sous-Marin (Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum – ASEF), organise un atelier en ligne sur le renforcement des capacités en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins. Cet atelier permettra d’améliorer les connaissances techniques, politiques et réglementaires des parties prenantes africaines afin de protéger cette infrastructure essentielle.

Objectifs:

Les principaux objectifs de l’atelier sont les suivants :
Renforcer les capacités des États Membres Africains, des régulateurs, des opérateurs et des acteurs du secteur en matière de résilience et de sécurité des câbles sous-marins.
Partager les meilleures pratiques en matière de planification, de déploiement, de protection et de maintenance des systèmes de câbles sous-marins.
Renforcer la collaboration entre les différentes parties prenantes pour protéger les infrastructures sous-marines critiques.
Aligner les discussions sur les priorités de l’UIT en matière de câbles sous-marins, de résilience et d’infrastructures numériques.

Résultats attendus:

Amélioration des connaissances et de l’expertise technique en matière de résilience des câbles sous-marins.
Renforcement des cadres politiques et réglementaires pour la protection des infrastructures sous-marines en Afrique.
Amélioration de la collaboration et de la coordination entre les parties prenantes aux niveaux continental et mondial.
Normes et politiques concrètes relatives aux systèmes de câbles sous-marins.

Participants:

L’atelier réunira :
Les États Membres et les Membres Associés de l’UAT
Les opérateurs de câbles sous-marins et les acteurs du secteur
Les Communautés Economiques Régionales (CER)
Les partenaires internationaux et les organismes de normalisation (Ex : l’UIT, l’ICPC, l’ISOC)
Les universités et les instituts de recherche
Les organisations de la société civile

Format et durée : 2 heures

Format : atelier de renforcement des capacités en ligne avec présentations d’experts, études de cas, recommandations et appel à l’action

Lieu et date :

10 Décembre 2025, En ligne

Partenaires:

Conclusion:

L’atelier ATU-ASEF offrira une plateforme opportune pour renforcer la résilience de l’Afrique en matière de systèmes de câbles sous-marins et garantir l’engagement coordonné du continent. En combinant le renforcement des connaissances techniques et la préparation des politiques, cette initiative soutient le programme à long terme de l’Afrique en matière de transformation numérique et de connectivité.

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Programme

Session Block
Activity
Title / Focus
Lead Person(s)
Title / Organisation / Role

Opening Session
Welcome remarks
Introductory
Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Snr. Program Manager, Network Investments – Meta

Opening address
Introductory
Mr. John Omo
Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union (ATU)

Keynote address
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future
Dr ’Bosun Tijani
Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Setting the Context
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities
Mr. Mark Tinka
Co-Founder & Managing Director, TransmissionCo; former Head of Engineering, SEACOM
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Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University & CMU–Africa
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Technical Perspectives
Presentations
Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Managing Director, GreenLink Marine (Singapore)
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Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Co-Founder, Aqua2Terra; Principal, S2 Associates International

Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)
Mr. Chongguang Ma
General Manager, MEA Region, HMN Technologies.
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Q&A

Policy & Regulatory Dimensions
Panel discussion
Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa
Mr. Richard Anago
Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.
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Mr. Douglas Njenga
Director, WIOCC; Executive Committee Member, ICPC

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Regional Business Head & General Counsel, MainOne (Equinix)

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
CEO, Tech Policy Tank

Prof. Barèrèm Mêlgueba MAO
Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Posts (ARCEP) (Togo)

Regional & Global Cooperation
Presentation
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience
Ms. Elina Noor
Senior Fellow, Asia Program, Carnegie

Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Managing Director, Digital Infrastructure – Middle East & Africa, SEACOM
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Q&A

Closing Session
Closing remarks
Conclusion
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju
Co-founder, ASEF Africa

Closing remarks
Conclusion
Mr. John Omo
ATU Secretary General

Speaker Biographies

Opening Session

Welcome Remarks
ASEF Co-Founder

Mr. Egomaron Jegede
Egomaron Jegede is a Co-Founder of the Africa Subsea Ecosystem Forum (ASEF) and Snr Program Manager, Network Investments – Infrastructure at Meta. An experienced technology professional with 18+ years experience delivering complex multi million dollar global infrastructure projects including Subsea Cables, Terrestrial Fiber and Data Centers in West Africa, EMEA and from Europe to the US.
He served as PM of 2Africa Subsea Cable Project for 2021-2023 and is passionate about crafting and deploying technology solutions to solve challenging and dynamic business needs globally. With experience in Technology Strategy, Management Consulting, Telecoms and Infrastructure, Egomaron served on the Nigerian Presidential Committee as lead consultant co-ordinating working groups to support successful drafting and publishing of the Nigerian National Broadband Plan 2020-2025.

Opening Address:

Mr. John OMO,
Secretary General of ATU
Mr. John OMO is the Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), the African Union’s specialized agency for telecommunications and ICTs’ development in Africa. He has held the position since January 2019. He leads the continental body entrusted with building consensus within African countries in the development of ICT policies, systems and services, and also in coordinating African participation in international ICT fora. Mr. Omo has 33 years of experience as a lawyer and has contributed immensely to the development of local and international policies, legislation, agreements, and treaties in all areas of public service life but mainly in the area of ICTs. Mr. Omo was awarded the Global Merit Leader Awards 2022 by Telecom Review during Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit in Dubai, UAE.

Keynote Address:
The Strategic Importance of Submarine Cable Resilience for Africa’s Digital Future

Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani,
Hon. Minister of Communications Innovation & Digital, Nigeria
Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani is the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria and a TIME100 AI 2025 awardee for his leadership in advancing AI globally. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), a leading pan-African technology and innovation centre with presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Namibia. He previously served as European Innovation Manager at PERA and worked at the International Trade Centre in Geneva. Dr. Tijani holds degrees from the University of Jos, Warwick University and the University of Leicester, and serves as Vice Chair of the ITU Council, Co-Chair of the ITU Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, and a member of UNITAR’s Board of Trustees and the ITU Digital Innovation Board.

Presentations Moderated by Mr. Egomaron Jegede

Presentation:
Current State of Submarine Cables in Africa: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities

Mr. Mark Tinka
Mr. Mark Tinka is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of TransmissionCo, bringing nearly twenty-five years of experience in the Internet engineering sector. He specializes in high-capacity DWDM optical transmission services and has extensive expertise in DWDM and IP/MPLS networking, network design and large-scale engineering. Prior to TransmissionCo, he served as Head of Engineering at SEACOM, where he led complex network infrastructure projects and drove technical innovation across the continent.

Presentation:
Global Trends in Submarine Cable Infrastructure and Risks

Prof. Theophilus A. Benson
Prof. Theophilus A. Benson is a faculty member in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon University and Carnegie Mellon University–Africa, where his work focuses on models, algorithms and frameworks that enhance network reliability. His research has earned multiple Test of Time awards, faculty awards and best paper awards. He has chaired leading networking conferences, including NSDI, SIGCOMM and IMC, and serves on several international steering committees.

Technical Perspective:
Best Practices in Submarine Cable Deployment and Maintenance

Ms. Geraldine Le Meur
Ms. Geraldine Le Meur is the Managing Director of GreenLink Marine (Singapore), specializing in subsea cable route engineering, risk assessments, marine stakeholder engagement and subsea cable protection strategies. With more than twenty years of global experience across over forty countries, she has led feasibility studies, permitting, site assessments, marine surveys and cable protection programmes for international telecommunication systems. She previously served as Senior Marine and Industry Liaison Manager and as Cable Route Survey Project Manager.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Ms. Samia Bahsoun
Ms. Samia Bahsoun is the Co-Founder of Aqua2Terra and Principal of the global telecom advisory firm S2 Associates International. A telecom infrastructure innovator and strategic adviser, she brings a distinguished track record shaped by early R&D roles at Bell Labs, executive leadership positions and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. She has led the design and deployment of subsea, national backbone, metro and access networks, advising governments, service providers and hyperscalers across Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.

Technical Perspective:
Emerging Technologies for Enhancing Cable Resilience (AI, Satellite Integration, Monitoring Tools)

Mr. Chongguang Ma
Mr. Chongguang Ma is the General Manager for the Middle East and Africa region at HMN Technologies, bringing fifteen years of experience across the telecommunications industry. His background spans research and development, solution engineering and sales, covering both subsea and terrestrial network systems, and he maintains extensive technical and industry relationships across the region.

Q&A
Q&A

Panel discussion Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Atyya

Moderator Session 2:

Mr. Ahmed Atyya
Mr. Ahmed Atyya is a telecommunications and ICT regulatory expert with extensive experience supporting national and regional policy development aligned with ITU recommendations and global standards. His expertise covers numbering plan administration, licensing regimes, competition policy, consumer protection, privacy regulation, and IPv6 migration strategies. He is actively engaged with ITU-T Study Group 2, contributing to international work on numbering, naming, addressing and routing. Mr. Atyya has a strong record of translating technical requirements into effective regulatory frameworks and facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination to advance digital transformation objectives. He holds an MSc in Information Technology (Information Security) and has advanced English proficiency.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Richard ANAGO
An Engineer in Telecommunications Design, Mr. Richard ANAGO has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications and ICT, with expertise in development, standardization, and radiocommunications. He served for 20 years as Head of Cooperation and International Relations in Burkina Faso. Since December 2024, he has been serving as Programme Coordinator at the ITU Regional Office for Africa.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Douglas Njenga
Mr. Douglas Njenga is a Director at WIOCC, a pan-African digital infrastructure company investing in subsea and terrestrial networks. With more than a decade of experience in telecommunications, law and regulatory strategy, he oversees engagement with governments and policy bodies to advance harmonized frameworks for investment, competition and digital inclusion. He has been instrumental in regional policy dialogues on open access, infrastructure sharing and collaboration to expand affordable broadband and accelerate Africa’s connectivity transformation. Mr. Njenga also serves on the Executive Committee of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), contributing to global initiatives that safeguard subsea cable systems and promote resilient international connectivity.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo
Mr. Abayomi Adebanjo is the Regional Business Head and General Counsel at MainOne Cable Company (an Equinix Inc. subsidiary), where he oversees sales, operations, legal, regulatory and compliance functions across West Africa. He has led major initiatives in data centre development, fibre-optic expansion and innovative infrastructure financing. A former Co-Head of Financial Services at Jackson, Etti & Edu, he is widely recognised in the profession, earning distinctions including IFLR “Rising Star,” Chambers Global “Leading Lawyer,” “African Legal Rising Star,” and “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40.”

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Ms. Hanane Boujemi
Hanane Boujemi is a seasoned leader in tech policy and regulatory strategy, with over 18 years of experience shaping governance frameworks across emerging and advanced markets. She specializes in digital regulation, and technology risk management, advising senior government leaders, industry, and multilateral institutions on building policies that balance innovation with public interest.
Her work sits at the intersection of technology, law, and global affairs, where she has led high-impact initiatives across EMEA to strengthen regulatory ecosystems, advance ethical AI deployment, and support evidence-based policymaking. As the CEO of Tech Policy Tank, Ms. Boujemi is committed to bridging the worlds of tech and regulation—driving forward strategies that combine safe, sustainable, and inclusive technological progress with economic impact.

Panel Discussion:
Strengthening Standards, Policy, Legal, and Regulatory Frameworks for Submarine Cable Protection in Africa:

Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO
Prof. Barèrèm-Mêlgueba MAO is an expert in the field of optical communication technologies, fiber optics communication networks, radiocommunication technology, digital infrastructures and management of engineering projects in telecommunications at Autorité de Régulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) from Togo, the national telecommunication authorithy of Togo. After joining ARCEP-TOGO in 2013, he has been working on radiospectrum management and monitoring, fiber optics communications networks regulation and monitoring, quality of service, research and development projects.
He has been working as digital infrastructure expert on national level projects like e-Government project, design of national optical fiber backbone networks project, design of FTTH networks in main cities of Togo, MCC Threshold Programme. He received the BSc in Physics in 2004 and the MSc in Physics in 2006 from Université de Lomé in Togo, a Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering/Optical Communication Technology from Zhejiang University in China in 2012.
He is Associate Professor in optical engineering, optical communication technologies and information technology at Physics Department and Computer Sciences Department in Université de Lomé. His research interests include optical fibers, fiber-based devices, fiber lasers, fiber sensors, optical networks, fiber optics access networks, nonlinear fiber optics, Radio Over Fiber, DWDM and SDM systems, free-space communications, computer networks, cybersecurity, quantum cryptography, AI and optical networks.

Regional and Global Cooperation

Presentation:
Lessons from Other Regions on Submarine Cable Resilience

Ms. Elina Noor
Ms. Elina Noor is a Senior Fellow in the Asia Program at Carnegie, where her work focuses on developments in Southeast Asia, with particular attention to how emerging technologies are reshaping power dynamics, governance and nation-building. She previously served as Director of Political-Security Affairs and Deputy Director of the Washington, D.C. office at the Asia Society Policy Institute, and as an Associate Professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu.

Presentation:
Public-Private Partnerships and Investment Models for Africa’s Cable Infrastructure

Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu
Mr. Kevin Mutuma Kaburu is the Managing Director for Digital Infrastructure – Middle East and Africa at SEACOM, bringing more than fifteen years of experience in the telecommunications sector. He focuses on expanding and securing fibre and subsea cable systems across East Africa and the Middle East. Previously, as Director of Carrier Business for China Mobile International in Kenya, he managed major fibre projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, including terrestrial, metro, PoP, data centre and subsea cable connectivity.

Q&A
Q&A

Closing Remarks

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju,
Ms. Oluwakemi Adeyanju is the Managing Director of Aetheris Consult, the co-founder and CEO of ASEF Africa, and leads the UK chapter of Women in Tech Africa. She has over 18 years of experience shaping the legal, policy, and regulatory landscape for subsea cables, data centres, and satellite connectivity across EMEA. She chaired the 2Africa Policy Working Group at Meta and developed subsea best-practice frameworks. Her portfolio covers major systems including 2Africa, IEX, IAX, OAC, MainOne, DARE1, SMW6 and the Deep Blue. Ms. Adeyanju also serves as a Pen Holder in an ITU Working Group contributing to global standards on subsea cable resilience. Formerly Head of Regulatory Services at MainOne (Equinix), she enabled market entry and open-access broadband policy across more than fifteen African markets.

Co-Conveners

Director and Head of Standardization, ATU

Mr. Isaac Boateng,
Mr. Isaac Boateng is the Director and Head of Standardization at the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), with more than twenty-three years of experience in the digital technology and ICT sector. He oversees the development and implementation of sector-specific initiatives, projects and programmes, and provides technical support to ATU Members in their preparations for global and regional conferences, including standardization-related activities within the ITU, the African Union and the Regional Economic Communities. Prior to joining ATU, he served as Deputy Director in charge of Technical Regulations at the National Communications Authority of Ghana. Mr. Boateng has been an ITU standardization expert since 2008, serving as Vice-Chair of the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), Vice-Chair of ITU-T Study Group 11 on signalling requirements and protocols, and Chair of the ITU-T Study Group 11 Regional Group for Africa. He has edited several ITU-T Recommendations and Technical Papers and has chaired multiple national, regional and international committees in ICT standardization, development and fintech.

Co-Founder, ASEF Africa

Ms. Nomsa Muswai
Ms. Nomsa Muswai is the Co-Founder of ASEF Africa and a strategic negotiator for Global Network Acquisition at Google, with extensive experience in subsea and terrestrial network development across EMEA. She is a member of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, contributing to international best practice on the protection of critical subsea infrastructure. Prior to Google, she served as EMEA Co-Lead Partner Engineer for Network Implementation at Meta and previously worked as a Senior Network Engineer at Core2Africa. Ms. Muswai holds an MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of South Africa.

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