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Telecommunications Regulatory Events
The Final phase of the Validation Workshop of the Revised WATRA Constitution held from 22nd to 26th May 2023 in Abuja, Nigeria
Telecommunications Regulatory Events
WATRA holds its 33rd Executive Committee Meeting at its Executive Secretariat in Abuja, Nigeria
Telecommunications Regulatory Events
WATRA holds its 20th Annual General Assembly in Bamako, Republic of Mali
About WATRA
West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA) is a platform through which Telecommunication Regulators work together to broaden access to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) services in the sub-region. WATRA promotes the adoption of best global practices that stimulate investment in telecommunications infrastructure and services, deliver cheaper services to more citizens and connects people, societies and economies across West Africa and beyond.
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Guiding Principles
Our main aim is to lower barriers- to availability, affordability, cultural, literacy etc - and enable more and more people in West Africa to become more productive -
Universal Access
Because of the capacity to transmit voice, video, and data at greater speed and clarity, broadband is widely recognized as an accelerator of economic and social development. -
Affordability
The digital economy has become one of the biggest drivers of economic growth and sources of revenue in West Africa. It has enormous potential to contribute even more in boosting productivity and growth.
International Partners
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