The 2nd edition of the Ghana Digital and Financial Inclusion Roundtable concluded on a powerful note in Accra, Ghana, as experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders gathered to address pressing issues of digital and financial inclusion in the country. Hosted by the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet), this annual event has quickly become a premier […]
Accra, Ghana — November 2023 – Building on the resounding success of its 2023 debut, the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) is thrilled to announce the 2nd Edition of the Ghana Digital and Financial Inclusion Roundtable, slated for August 2024. This year’s gathering promises to elevate the dialogue by bringing together fresh perspectives through […]
As we mark this year’s International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, it is crucial to remember that poverty is not just about lacking money—it is about a denial of rights, dignity, and opportunities. This year’s theme, “Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment: Acting Together for Just, Peaceful, and Inclusive Societies,” draws attention to a critical […]
As we commemorate the International Day of Rural Women, we at the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) recognize the indispensable contributions of rural women as custodians of food security, biodiversity, and community health. This year’s theme, “Empowering Rural Women for a Sustainable Future,” resonates deeply with our mission to uplift rural women across West […]
As we mark the 21st annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) is proud to stand as a leading advocate for cybersecurity in Liberia and the broader Mano River Union (MRU) region. For over two decades, this month has been dedicated to empowering individuals, organizations, and governments with knowledge and practices to […]
The West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) is proud to announce that it will host Global Encryption Day 2024 in Liberia on October 21st. This marks the fourth consecutive edition of the event organized by WAICTANet, reaffirming its leadership in promoting digital security, privacy, and encryption awareness in Liberia and the wider West African region. […]
Dakar, Senegal – September 2024 marks a significant milestone for digital rights in Africa as the 11th edition of the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica) takes place from September 24-27 in Dakar, Senegal. For the first time, the event is being hosted in Francophone Africa, underscoring the continent’s growing commitment to digital inclusion […]