BROADBAND DEFINITION

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2 2 BROADBAND DEFINITION

3 3 THE GAP AFRICA VS WORLD

4 WHAT S HAPPING IN THE SECTOR 2013, there are almost as many mobile-cellular subscriptions as people in the world, with more than half in the Asia-Pacific region (3.5 billion out of 6.8 billion total subscriptions). Penetration Global 96%, Developed 128% Developing 89% Source: ITU ICT Facts and figures 4

5 WHAT S HAPPING IN THE SECTOR MOBILE BB PER REGIONS. 5

6 FIXED BB PENETRATION - Developing countries have low penetrations rate, below the world average. - The growth of fixed line almost stagnant in many countries. - Cable TV, ADSL, FTTH if available it s only in the larger cities 6

7 Broadband Commission The World Bank (2009) has estimated that a 10% increase in broadband penetration would yield a 1.21 and 1.38% increase in GDP growth on average for highincome and low/middle-income countries respectively7 7

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9 CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD PLAN Make the case for BB specific to the needs and economic structure of the country, based on through contextual market analysis and benchmarking; Escape the silo thinking and apply across a range of different sectors; Be developed in consultation with broad a broad range of stakeholders. To ensure effective implementation there should be a coordinating agency responsible for implementing the overall plan in conjunction with other agencies. Consider vital issue of enforceability/execution i.e. who is responsible for doing what; Consider demand and supply side i.e. human skills, literacy, schools, etc. Have a time scale of around 3 5 years as long horizon are difficult to predict. Have Measurable goals Address related legislation e.g, cybersecurity, data protection, interoperability, etc 9

10 In recall, the CAF 5 goals: CAF Summit & goals Goal 1: Interconnect the African major cities to broadband ICT networks by 2012 Goal 2: Connect African villages to broadband ICT networks and services by 2015 Goal 3: Support capacity building, the creation of centers of excellence, and cooperation between African universities and training centers Goal 4: Adopt a national cyberstrategy, including a cybersecurity framework, to develop and promote e-services: e-governance, e-health, e-commerce, etc. Goal 5: Adopt basic regulatory measures to promote affordable broadband networks and services development, fair competition among operators, the creation of IXPs 10 International Telecommunication Union September 2012

11 TRANSFORM AFRICA SUMMIT SMART AFRICA MANIFESTO The World Bank (2009) hasa 1.21 and 1.38% increase in GDP growth on average countries respectively7 SMART AFRICA ALLIANCE TRANSFORM AFRICA SCHOLARSHIP FUND Putting human face to the ICTs 11

12 SMART Africa Pillars & Enablers 5 pillars reflect the 5 principles of the Smart Africa Manifesto Pillars and enablers will contribute to Economic Growth and Job creation Pillars are built on four, crosscutting enablers

13 SMART Africa Alliance implementation, monitoring and evaluation framework Others Private Sector World Bank ECA ITU SMART Africa Alliance GSM A AfDB Gov ts AU ICAN N AU commission NEPAD Agency Specialized institutions Regional Economic Communities Gov ts Republic of Burkina Faso Republic of Mali Republic of Kenya Republic of Uganda Republic of Senegal Republic of Gabon Republic of Rwanda Republic of South Sudan

14 SMART Africa Alliance Mandate

15 Determinants of Success of Broadband Strategy Further, the success of national broadband strategy and plans depend on: A clear national vision such as Nigeria s Vision20, South Africa's Vision 2030 and Kenya's Vision 2030 and other national Vision; Strong leadership and direction; such as the Presidency and Ministry responsible for ICT A credible regulatory, policy and institutional framework; and Leveraging the strength of the public and private sectors through public private sector partnerships (PPPs).

16 16 THANK YOU