The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recently marked a major turning point by taking over the presidency of the Association of Telecommunications Regulators of Central Africa (ARTAC). This appointment, which took place during the 9th ordinary session of ARTAC in Kinshasa, highlighted the importance of regional cooperation in the field of telecommunications.
Christian Katende, the new President of ARTAC, stressed the importance of this position and expressed his commitment to continue working in favor of member countries. He also highlighted the DRC’s desire to capitalize on the experience of other regional entities facing similar challenges, such as CRASA and EACO.
By taking the helm of ARTAC, the DRC confirms its leading role in the telecommunications sector in Central Africa. Christian Katende affirmed his determination to strengthen regional cooperation and promote technological solutions adapted to the specificities of the region, with the aim of creating synergies between member countries and improving regulation to stimulate the development of telecommunications.
In a context where telecommunications have become a pillar of economic and social development in Central Africa, regional cooperation appears to be a necessity to meet technological challenges and strengthen connectivity between member countries. The DRC, with recognized expertise in telecommunications regulation, is ideally positioned to lead this transition towards enhanced regional connectivity.
Through its presidency of ARTAC, the DRC aims to create opportunities for all ARTAC members and strengthen regional cooperation in the field of telecommunications. This appointment marks an important step in the telecommunications landscape in Central Africa and paves the way for new collaborations and technological advances to serve the development of the region.
The DRC’s presidency of ARTAC therefore represents a unique opportunity to position Central Africa as a major player in the telecommunications sector and to promote effective regional cooperation that is beneficial for all member countries.