South Africa key to continent’s ICT development

South Africa needs to scale up its role in international ICT diplomacy, says John Omo , secretary-general of theOmo made this plea while delivering his virtual address during the communications department’s celebration of 30 years of collaboration and growth in the ICT industry.an event to mark 30 years of the ICT industry’s transformation as part of the 30th Freedom Day anniversary.

“We need to realise that nobody will give you lunch for free all the time. I’m convinced this challenge – with South Africa leading – will require bold steps that will galvanise the support of African organisations in developing African-centric policies and processes that truly meet the development of ICT in Africa.”

“South Africa’s entry into the BRICS in 2010 marked a major milestone for Africa, as it opened Africa to new markets and development partners.

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