The ITU Regional Development Forum for Africa 2026 (RDF-AFR) takes place from 25 to 26 May in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. It is followed from 27 to 29 May by the Second Africa Preparatory Meeting (APM) for the 2026 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26). Both events are hosted by the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). Under the theme Universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future, the Regional Development Forum for Africa serves as a platform for ITU and its stakeholders, including Member States, Sector Members, Associates and Academia, regional organizations, development partners and financial institutions, to discuss the newly adopted regional initiatives for Africa and exchange views on achieving meaningful connectivity and sustainable digital transformation in the region. RDF-AFR features Partner2Connect matchmaking sessions and provides an opportunity to match specific country and regional needs with potential partners’ interests to advance digital development.
