Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation

Digital transformation thrives through collaboration

Join the CTO on 24 June 2026 for Digital Development Day Mozambique under the theme “Strengthening Digital Ecosystems through Collaboration.”

Government leaders, innovators, academia, private sector representatives and development partners will come together to explore practical solutions for advancing Mozambique’s digital future.

Stay tuned for updates, speaker announcements and highlights.

🌟 CTO@125 is coming!

CTO Members, from 28–30 September 2026 we celebrate 125 years of advancing communications and digital development across the Commonwealth.

🏆 We're also launching the CTO Digital Excellence Awards 2026, recognising outstanding achievements in digital innovation, cybersecurity, policy, e-government, and universal access.

Celebrate. Connect. Be recognised.

Ready to strengthen your country's digital future?

Join CTO, ICANN and ITU tomorrow for an introductory webinar exploring capacity-building opportunities, and digital development initiatives available to CTO Members.

📅 03 June 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM BST
💻 Online-Zoom Platform

Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x8lRkSO6Tx2hAVsjrLp1Kw #/registration

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New learning opportunities are coming to CTO members!

The CTO, ICANN and ITU are partnering to deliver webinars, online learning opportunities and discussions focused on internet governance, digital transformation and ICT development.

Learn from international experts
Participate virtually
Connect with professionals across the Commonwealth

There will be an Introductory Webinar on 03 June, 2026,
10:00am BST
Venue: Online via ZOOM

Click here to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x8lRkSO6Tx2hAVsjrLp1Kw

The Secretary General of the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation attended the ITU Regional Development Forum for Africa 2026 in Victoria Falls from 25–26 May 2026.

The theme, “Universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future,” convened stakeholders from across Africa to advance dialogue on meaningful connectivity and sustainable digital transformation.



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You’re invited!

Join CTO, ICANN and ITU on 03 June 2026 for the introductory webinar of the new CTO–ICANN–ITU Capacity Building Partnership Programme.

The webinar will provide an overview of upcoming training opportunities, online learning resources and discussions designed to strengthen digital knowledge and engagement across CTO membership.

ICANN ITU

Date: 03 June 2026
Virtual Webinar

Register Today - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x8lRkSO6Tx2hAVsjrLp1Kw

The Secretary General of the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO) met with The Honourable Tatenda Annastacia Mavetera, MP, Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, and Dr Beaullar Chirume, Permanent Secretary, for discussions on strengthening cooperation and advancing shared priorities in ICT and digital transformation. Ministry of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, Zimbabwe

Today, the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation joins the international community in commemorating World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 under the theme: “Digital lifelines: Strengthening resilience in a connected world.”

Across the Commonwealth, resilient digital infrastructure is critical to supporting economic growth, public services, innovation, and inclusive development. As digital transformation accelerates, collaboration and partnership remain essential to ensuring meaningful connectivity for all.

Together for a connected Commonwealth.

The Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO), in partnership with Viasat, hosted the Commonwealth Partnership Breakfast Meeting on 14 May 2026 at Ankara Hall, BTK Campus, during the Global Symposium for Regulators 2026 in Ankara.

The meeting featured remarks from Bernadette Lewis, Secretary-General of the CTO, and Mohammed Adams Sukparu, Deputy Minister and Chair of the Commonwealth ITU Group. The keynote address was delivered by Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, while Donna Bethea-Murphy led the presentation and discussion session.

The breakfast meeting created an opportunity for Commonwealth representatives and partners to engage in meaningful dialogue on connectivity, innovation and the future of digital transformation across member countries.

The CTO thanks Viasat for co-hosting the meeting and for its continued support in fostering collaboration for digital development.