Fostering Digital Growth: WBBA Chairman Li Zhengmao’s Strategic Talks at the African Science and Technology Festival
From November 11 to 13, WBBA Chairman Li Zhengmao attended the Ministerial Forum of the African Science and Technology Festival and met with Mr. John OMO, Secretary General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), Mr. Solly Malatsi, Minister of Communications and Digital Technology of South Africa, and Ms. Angela Wamola, Head of GSMA Sub-Saharan Africa. The parties conducted in-depth exchanges on topics such as investment and construction of broadband infrastructure in Africa and strengthening cooperation between WBBA and African countries.
In the above-mentioned talks, Chairman Li Zhengmao introduced the development of WBBA since its establishment and its future development goals, and said that the association will be committed to bridging the global digital divide, uniting industry partners, and contributing to the realization of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2030. He also sincerely invited leaders of local African industry organizations and government agencies to participate in WBBA summits in Barcelona, Shanghai and other places to lay a good foundation for future cooperation and development. Liu Zhiyong, rotating chairman of the WBBA Executive Committee, attended the meeting.
Mr. John OMO introduced the vision and goals of ATU, and hoped to cooperate with WBBA on investment, infrastructure construction, innovative development, regional exchanges, etc. to promote the construction of communication infrastructure in Africa. Both parties agreed to participate in and support various activities held by each other.
Mr. Solly Malatsi welcomed Chairman Li Zhengmao and his delegation to visit South Africa, and looked forward to WBBA playing a greater role in the upgrading and transformation of South Africa's communications industry.
Angela Wamola said that WBBA and GSMA share common goals and visions in promoting the development of Africa's information and communication industry. She hopes to work closely with WBBA in the future to promote green and sustainable development and build a better and more inclusive digital future.
WBBA will continue to strengthen communication and exchanges with African countries, jointly promote the construction of digital information infrastructure, and promote the sustainable development of the digital economy.
To find out more about joining the World Broadband Association click here