Global digital cooperation

WSIS Forum

How Tanzania engages in the World Summit on the Information Society — showcasing national ICT programmes, contributing to WSIS+20, and advancing inclusive digital development.

International information society conference

About the WSIS Forum

The World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) is the United Nations process that guides how ICTs advance development, inclusion and human rights. Through the annual WSIS Forum convened by the ITU, governments, industry, academia and civil society review progress, share solutions and align with the Sustainable Development Goals. Tanzania participates actively under the leadership of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology.

Tanzania at WSIS

Tanzania uses the WSIS platform to showcase national digital programmes — including JamiiStack, e-government services, connectivity and digital skills — and to contribute to the WSIS+20 review of two decades of information-society outcomes. High-level delegations have represented the United Republic in Geneva and related forums, presenting people-centred approaches to digital transformation.

Delegates at an international information society forum

Recent highlights

WSIS+20 high-level engagement

Tanzania joined the WSIS+20 review to assess global progress, share national achievements and reinforce commitments on bridging the digital divide.

International ICT awards

Tanzanian e-health, e-government and e-science initiatives have been recognised at WSIS Prize ceremonies, reflecting innovation across the Union.

Multi-stakeholder partnerships

Ministries, agencies, academia and the private sector collaborate to stocktake ICT-for-development projects and bring lessons home for implementation.

Link to JamiiStack

JamiiStack advances several WSIS action lines — from the role of government in ICTs for development, to infrastructure, confidence and security, and e-government applications. By building shared identity, payments and data-exchange layers, Tanzania turns WSIS principles into everyday services for citizens.

Continue exploring

Visit the Jamii Stack Alliance site for Tanzania’s WSIS-aligned digital public infrastructure story.

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