The Technology, New Media, Citizens, and Governance (TNCG) Conference 2024 was a landmark event, bringing together experts from across Africa to discuss how technology can transform political engagement and governance on the continent. Among the distinguished participants was Peterking Quaye, Executive Director of the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet), who shared his insights on […]
The 6th edition of the Technology, New Media, Citizens, and Governance (TNCG) Conference, is expected to take place on the November 28, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria, it will underscored the transformative power of emerging technologies in reshaping governance and electoral processes across Africa. Under the theme “Technology: The Present and Future of Political Action in […]
Freetown, Sierra Leone – The West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) is thrilled to announce the return of the Sierra Leone Digital & Financial Inclusion Roundtable, scheduled for December 4, 2024, in Freetown. Building on the success of the inaugural 2023 edition, this year’s event highlights the theme “From Policy to Practice: Transforming Sierra Leone […]
The West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) recognizes Starlink’s ambitious efforts to bring high-speed satellite internet to West Africa, particularly in Ghana and Nigeria, as a potential game-changer for digital connectivity in regions where traditional infrastructure is limited or nonexistent. However, the current limitations in Starlink’s ground station infrastructure present significant challenges that could hinder […]
Peterking Quaye, Founder & Executive Director of West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet), applauds the Government of Ghana on its landmark achievement in launching 5G internet services through the NextGen Infraco Consortium (NGIC), a coalition of key partners including Ascend Digital, K-NET, Radisys, Nokia, and Tech Mahindra. As Ghana embarks on this journey to high-speed […]
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 […]
11-3-2024 : Monrovia, Liberia — Global Encryption Day (GED) 2024 wrapped up successfully in Liberia, marking a significant chapter in the West Africa ICT Action Network’s (WAICTANet) ongoing mission to bolster digital security and privacy across the country. Held at the Orange Digital Center on November 2, this year’s event brought together a diverse audience […]