Kenya Takes Key Leadership Role in Global Digital Policy, Aiming to Improve Connectivity and Inclusion

Kenya, 29 November 2025 -Kenya has marked a significant achievement on the international stage after securing the Vice Chair position of the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) Telecommunication Development Advisory Group (TDAG) at the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC) 2025 held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The election is being hailed as a major win for the country, enhancing its participation in shaping global digital development strategies and ICT policies.

Fred Ong’aro, Deputy Director for Fund Strategy Coordination at the Communications Authority of Kenya, will represent Africa on TDAG. The advisory group plays a critical role in guiding international priorities in areas such as connectivity expansion, digital inclusion, ICT innovation, and capacity building. This is the second time Kenya has secured the TDAG vice-chairmanship, reflecting the country’s growing prominence in international ICT governance.

Held every four years, WTDC gathers governments, regulators, and industry leaders to set global strategies for technology development, with a focus on improving access to ICT in developing countries. Kenya’s election to TDAG gives it a platform to help shape programs that can improve connectivity, support digital literacy, and expand access to affordable technology solutions across the continent.

The Kenyan delegation, led by Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy William Kabogo and Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke, also held a series of bilateral meetings during the conference. These discussions focused on building partnerships to strengthen regional connectivity, promote innovation, and accelerate digital transformation initiatives in East Africa and beyond.

Kenya’s TDAG vice-chair role is a strategic win that provides the country with access to global best practices and emerging ICT trends. This knowledge can be applied locally to enhance digital services, improve financial inclusion, and foster the growth of technology-driven startups. It also positions Kenya as a leader in advocating for policies that address the unique challenges faced by developing countries in achieving equitable access to technology.