By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
Smart Africa CEO Lacina Koné
has met with Chad’s Minister of Telecommunications, Digital Economy and
Digitalisation, H.E. Haliki Choua Mahamat, to discuss strengthening cooperation
on digital transformation, digital skills development and artificial intelligence
(AI) readiness.
The meeting took place on
the sidelines of the Global AI & Digital Summit 2026 in Seoul, South Korea.
In a statement following the
meeting, Koné said the discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between
Smart Africa and Chad, advancing shared digital transformation priorities and
exploring opportunities for greater collaboration in digital skills development
and AI readiness.
“I look forward to deepening
our partnership and working together to advance our shared vision for Africa's
digital future,” Koné said.