Djibouti advocates for inclusive African digital future
Djibouti called for an African digital ecosystem that is inclusive, sovereign, and innovative at a Libreville meeting.
Djibouti has advocated for an African digital ecosystem that is inclusive, sovereign, and innovative during a high-level ministerial meeting in Libreville, Gabon. The meeting, which concluded on Friday, focused on digital transformation, communication infrastructure development, and the governance of emerging technologies across the continent.
The gathering, organized by the STC-CICT, a technical body of the African Union, aimed to strengthen cooperation among member states. Participants reviewed progress on decisions from a November 2023 session in Addis Ababa and planned future steps. Djibouti reiterated its commitment to enhancing African cooperation during the discussions.
The STC-CICT brings together African ministers responsible for communication and information technologies to harmonize digital policies. The Libreville meeting also included the election of a new bureau for the Committee.
Why it mattersDjibouti's participation in the Libreville meeting affects its engagement with continental digital transformation efforts.