iPRIS podcast

Dans cette épisode, Wilson BOKATOLA, Directeur du spectre au Congo Brazzaville et expert de l'ARTAC (Assemblée des Régulateurs des Télécommunications d' Afrique Centrale), relate le rôle de cette assemblée réunissant huit pays d'Afrique centrale pour harmoniser les politiques réglementaires sur les réseaux et fréquences, ainsi que sur des enjeux de cybersécurité et de FinTech. Selon lui, l’ ARTAC, soutenue par SPIDER, cherche à optimiser la gestion du spectre radioélectrique et à coordonner les fréquences aux frontières, tout en respectant les spécificités des pays membres.

Trilok Dabeesing discusses how the Information and Communications Technology Authority (ICTA) Mauritius is using blockchain technology to create a user-friendly and cost-effective solution for verifying credentials. He emphasises the need for regulatory bodies to understand emerging technologies and highlights the potential for replicating this innovation in other sectors.

In this episode, Wilson Bokatola, Director of Spectrum at Congo Brazzaville's Regulatory Authority of Telecommunication - ARPCE and expert at ARTAC discusses his work in telecommunication policies and spectrum management. He explains ARTAC's role in harmonising policies across eight Central African countries, facilitating cross-border spectrum coordination, and ensuring the implementation of ITU and ATU recommendations. Bokatola also highlights how support through iPRIS will enhance spectrum efficiency and regional monitoring.

In this episode, Dr. Norah Sitati, Manager of Human Resources and Administration at East African Communication Organization (EACO), discusses their partnership with iPRIS. She highlights how this collaboration brings together regional organisations to share knowledge and strengthen their mandates in working with ICT regulators.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Patricia Kemei – Deputy Director Administration; Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK), on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Patricia Kemei weighs in on digital inclusion.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Lwando Bbuku – Manager, Markets and Competition, Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA), on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Lwando Bbuku weighs in on digital inclusion.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Obioma Benson Kekeocha – Principal Manager, Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC), on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Obioma Benson Kekeocha weighs in on competition, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Murzanatu Talatu Suleiman – Research and Development Department, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Murzanatu Talatu Suleiman weighs in on enabling environments and competition.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Thomas Mohamed Jusu – Manager Frequency Planning and Spectrum Management; National Communications Authority, Sierra Leone (NatCA), on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Thomas Mohamed Jusu weighs in on spectrum management tools and quality of service instruments.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Mbirimuje Ngupandjara – Revenue accountant, Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Mbirimuje Ngupandjara weighs in on collaboration and universal access for ICT advancement.

Alexandra Högberg from SPIDER Center interviewed Dr. Emma Otieno from the Communications Authority of Kenya on the sidelines of the iPRIS training. In this interview, Dr. Emma Otieno weighs in on the important role national regulators play in ensuring affordability and digital inclusion.