Project General Objective

The mission aimed to update and develop a new National Strategy for promoting universal telecommunication and ICT access in Mali, taking into account sector developments since 2010.

Mission Components and Key Deliverables

• Strategic Update: Updating the existing national strategy (2010) to integrate major sector changes: evolving demand and usage, infrastructure availability, and regulatory and technological advancements.
• New National Strategy Development: Definition of a comprehensive roadmap covering:
  • Strategic implementation axes and coverage objectives.
  • Minimum expected performance levels.
  • Universal service implementation initiatives.
• Identification of Specific Measures: Measures ensuring:
  • Access to electronic communications for people with specific social needs.
  • Execution of digital development projects and strengthening security across the country.
• Financial Roadmap: Preparation of a five-year financing plan for the strategy and a set of priority programs for the first three years (2024-2027).
• Workshops Facilitation and Validation: Organization and facilitation of national workshops for discussion and validation involving all key stakeholders (public sector, private sector, consumer associations, civil society).