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Mthabisi Tshuma,Zimpapers Writer
Stakeholders in the Information Communication Technology (ICT) sector are expected to convene at the Tech Convergence Fora (TCF), a key ICT consultative stakeholder meeting.
The event, to be officially opened by the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, Tatenda Mavetera, on Friday, seeks to find lasting ICT solutions, address sector-wide challenges, and encourage the adoption of emerging technological opportunities.
Held in the capital, Harare, this year’s event will run under the theme, “Reflect, Reprogram, and Re-align”, building on the momentum generated by its inaugural edition in 2024.
The forum will bring together a diverse cross-section of Zimbabwe’s tech ecosystem, including Government officials, industry leaders, academics, and entrepreneurs.
The TCF will focus on critical topics that emerged from last year’s discussions, including cyber security, data protection, artificial intelligence, digital financial services, and the need for robust digital infrastructure.
These themes remain highly relevant, as highlighted in last year’s key takeaways, which emphasised the importance of collaboration, innovation, and proactive policy-making.
TechnoMag founder Mr Toneo Toneo said Minister Mavetera is expected to listen to industry concerns and provide guidance on the way forward for the sustainable growth of the sector.
“The second edition of the fora will look into key issues raised last year. We want to assess what efforts have been made to address them while creating a platform for honest and sincere dialogue to consider matters that may arise and propose the best way forward.
“This event will provide a platform for discussions around challenges, opportunities, and policy issues that must be addressed to help steer the ICT sector forward. Since a significant stakeholder presence is expected, this marks a turning point towards addressing key sector issues,” said Mr Toneo.
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