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Shaping the Future of the Internet in West Africa

The West Africa IGF is the premier platform for stakeholders across the region to discuss Internet governance policies, digital development, and innovation.

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West African Design Forum 2025.

The West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) is a regional initiative that brings together various stakeholders to discuss and address internet-related issues in West Africa.

4 Events

20,000 Participants

40 Sessions

The backbone of
West Africa’s Internet governance ecosystem.

The West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF)
is a regional initiative that brings together various stakeholders to discuss and address internet-related issues in West Africa.

Recap of previous editions

Dakar, Senegal

16th West African Internet Governance Forum

2024

Disruptive Technologies: How Far Thus Far

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Abidjan, Cote d’ivoire

15th West African Internet Governance Forum

2023

Building Economic Resilience and Digital Sovereignty in West Africa

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Accra,Ghana

14th West African Internet Governance Forum

2022

Digital Sustainability: Data Innovation for Post COVID Recovery

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City, Country

13th West African Internet Governance Forum

2021

The theme of the 13th West African Internet Governance Forum was…

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City, Country

12th West African Internet Governance Forum

2020

The theme of the 12th West African Internet Governance Forum was…

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City, Country

11th West African Internet Governance Forum

2019

The theme of the 11th West African Internet Governance Forum was…

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Connecting Africa,
redefining technology.

The West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) is structured around four key tracks that drive inclusive dialogue, capacity building, and policymaking in the region. These tracks ensure that diverse voices from governments, youth, policymakers, and experts are actively involved in shaping the digital future of West Africa. Mainly:

The annual forum (WAIGF), brings together stakeholders from across the region to discuss Internet governance challenges and opportunities.

The Youth Track or WAYIGF, is dedicated to empowering young people in Internet governance discussions. Through youth sessions, capacity-building events, and advocacy training.

The West Africa School on Internet Governance (WASIG) and gain in-depth knowledge of Internet policies, digital rights, cybersecurity, governance frameworks, and many more.

The WAIGF Parliamentary Track, brings together lawmakers from across West Africa to discuss policies on data protection, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and emerging technologies.

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West Africa Internet Governance Forum 2025

Building a Resilient, Inclusive, and Safe Digital Future for West Africa.

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Host

Nigeria National Information Technology Development Agency

Venue

Nigeria Communication Commission NCC Annex
Office Plot 1253 Cadastral zone, Jabi – Airport Road
Mbora District, Abuja

Expected

2000 participants from National, Regional, and Globla Stakeholders.

20+

More than 20 sessions and netwoking opportinies available onsite and online.

Some participants feebacks

Inspiring and Impactful

Attending WAIGF was a transformative experience. I connected with experts and gained insights that reshaped how I approach digital policy”

– Amina Traoré

Truly Empowering

“The sessions were engaging and inclusive. I left WAIGF feeling more confident and equipped to contribute to Internet governance in my country”

– TKwame Mensah

A Platform for Real Change

“WAIGF gave me the opportunity to voice ideas and collaborate on solutions with stakeholders from across West Africa.”

– Jean Traore

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