Ouagadougou:The president of the national organizing committee for the 21st edition of Digital Week, Dr. Borlli Michel Jonas, emphasized planning, content quality, and the promotion of endogenous solutions as key priorities in Ouagadougou.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Dr. Borlli Michel Jonas, who is also the Secretary General of the Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications, was officially installed as head of the committee by the Minister of Digital Transition. He noted that leading the committee signifies a mark of confidence from the authorities.
The event is scheduled to take place from November 17 to 21, 2026, amid a tight preparation timeline, with only six weeks remaining at the time of the committee's installation. Dr. Jonas highlighted the importance of thorough planning to avoid improvisation and ensure that the content meets the authorities' requirements and aligns with the theme, "Technological sovereignty accelerating secure and inclusive digital transformation."
The committee aims to enhance the visibility of companies developing homegrown solutions, allowing them to showcase their achievements during the event. Dr. Jonas emphasized the intention to highlight actors offering such solutions.
Improvements are also planned in the quality of training provided to the public, as well as innovations in the exhibition area, including visitor routes, entry management, visitor tracking, and security enhancements.
The Minister of Digital Transition urged committee members to exhibit rigor and responsibility to build on the successes of the previous edition. She stressed the importance of digital security and bridging the digital divide, mentioning the "Zero White Zone" project to improve network coverage in villages, and the deployment of enhanced postal agencies.
The 21st edition is expected to draw thousands of visitors daily, engaging all segments of the population, from young people to the elderly, and will focus on discussions about technological sovereignty, security, and digital inclusion.