The objectives of the WATRA Working Groups are as follows:
Infrastructure Development Working Group:
Identify and address challenges related to developing and deploying telecommunications infrastructure in West Africa.
Promote the adoption of policies and regulations that encourage investment in and expansion of telecommunications infrastructure within the sub-region.
Foster collaboration among WATRA members to facilitate sharing of best practices and knowledge in infrastructure development.
Identify and promote strategies to enhance telecommunications infrastructure development in West Africa.
Facilitate collaboration among WATRA members to address infrastructure challenges, including network coverage, broadband connectivity, and capacity building.
Develop recommendations for the harmonization of infrastructure policies and regulations across member countries.
Support the implementation of innovative technologies and initiatives to improve infrastructure deployment and utilization in West Africa.
Consumer Access and Experience Working Group:
Enhance consumer access to affordable and reliable telecommunications services in West Africa.
Improve the overall quality of consumer experience regarding service availability, affordability, and customer support in the sub-region.
Develop guidelines and recommendations to protect consumer rights and promote fair competition among service providers.
Focus on enhancing consumer access to affordable, reliable, and quality telecommunications services in West Africa.
Identify and address consumer-related issues, including affordability, service quality, availability, and digital inclusion.
Develop guidelines and best practices to ensure consumer protection, fair competition, and effective complaint resolution mechanisms.
Collaborate with industry stakeholders to improve the overall consumer experience in the telecommunications sector.
Cybersecurity Working Group:
Address cybersecurity challenges and threats in the telecommunications sector, including data protection, privacy, and network security.
Develop strategies and guidelines to strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of WATRA members.
Foster cooperation and information sharing among member countries to enhance cybersecurity resilience in the sub-region.
Address cybersecurity challenges in the West African telecommunications sector and promote a secure digital environment.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop cybersecurity and data protection policies, regulations, and best practices.
Facilitate information sharing on emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and coordinate response and mitigation efforts.
Support capacity-building initiatives to enhance cybersecurity capabilities among WATRA members.