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AI, Data & Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation and Inclusive Connectivity

ITU, in collaboration with the Government of Mauritius (under MDPA), invites Member States in the Africa Region to the in-person workshop “AI, Data & Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation and Inclusive Connectivity”. The workshop will explore how AI, data analytics and emerging technologies can support inclusive and resilient connectivity, and will share practical use cases across sectors.

Dates: 30 June–2 July 2026 (08:30–16:30, UTC+2)

Location: Port Louis, Mauritius (in person only)

Working language: English

Target audience: Beginners, technical experts, policymakers, regulators and practitioners from Mauritius and the Africa Region working on data analytics/AI, ICT or statistics

Key themes: Data-driven planning for transformational connectivity; AI and data analytics tools and methodologies; open-source solutions; sector use cases (telecommunications, health, education, transport, tourism, agriculture)

Fellowships: To submit applications, please fill out the form at AI, Data & Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation and Inclusive Connectivity – Fill out form. Deadline for applications is 1st June 2026 (23H59 Geneva time). Candidate registration for the workshop prior to submitting the fellowship request is mandatory.

Agenda: To be published soon
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Practical information

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References

9GLO23134 - Assistance to encourage the use of innovative technologies for building a digital shared prosperity society
BDT/FNS - Emerging Tech for development webpage
Resolution 91 (Baku, 2025) - Artificial intelligence technologies in telecommunication development
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AI for Good
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ITU Academy self-paced training: Global satellite regulation essentials: key principles, institutional landscape and the role of ITU.
Geographical Information Systems (GIS): learn more about the potential of using location analysis (GeoAI) to promote access to digital networks at bbmaps.itu.int.
Transformative technologies (AI) challenges and principles of regulation. Digital Regulation Platform