MOGADISHU, Somalia – Somalia’s Ministry of Communications and Technology, in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), on Sunday launched a two-day national consultation aimed at shaping the country’s Digital Transformation Strategy for the years 2025 to 2030.
The high-level meeting brought together representatives from government ministries, national institutions, and the private telecom sector to review and refine Somalia’s digital roadmap with the goal of promoting inclusive growth, innovation, and modern service delivery.
Speaking at the opening session, Mustafa Yasin Sheikh, Director General of the National Communications Authority, said the strategy represents a key milestone in Somalia’s digital journey.
“This marks a significant step forward in building a resilient and inclusive digital ecosystem,” Sheikh said. “Strong collaboration between the government, private sector, and development partners is crucial for successful implementation and sustainability.”
Somalia’s Minister of Communications and Technology, Mohamed Adan Maalim Ali (Somali), emphasized that the Digital Transformation Strategy will serve as a unifying framework for all ICT-related initiatives across the country.
“The government is committed to aligning policies, investing in digital infrastructure, and building human capacity to accelerate public service delivery and drive economic growth,” the minister said.
During the two-day event, participants are expected to deliberate on Somalia’s digital vision, the key pillars of the strategy, and its implementation roadmap, with a focus on governance frameworks, financing mechanisms, and alignment with continental strategies such as those of the African Union (AU) and the East African Community (EAC).
The consultations are seen as part of Somalia’s broader push to harness digital technologies for development, improve connectivity, and integrate more effectively into regional and global digital economies.
