The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) has officially published the full list of submissions received in response to its global call for thematic inputs for the 2026 cycle. These submissions, which reflect a wide range of critical digital policy issues, from artificial intelligence to data governance and meaningful connectivity, are now accessible on the IGF website.
The call, which closed on 28 February 2026, attracted strong global participation across stakeholder groups and regions. Notably, the African Group recorded one of the highest numbers of submissions, underscoring the region’s growing influence in shaping global digital governance conversations.
The Africa ICT Alliance is pleased to announce that its submission is among the published inputs and is now publicly available on the IGF platform. AfICTA’s contribution highlights key priorities, including Artificial Intelligence Governance, Data Governance, and Universal Access and Meaningful Connectivity, with a strong focus on capacity development and digital inclusion across Africa.
AfICTA emphasised the need for the IGF to evolve beyond dialogue into a results-oriented platform that supports the implementation of global frameworks such as the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), the Global Digital Compact, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The submission calls for strengthened multistakeholder collaboration and measurable outcomes that directly impact developing regions.
The published inputs will inform deliberations by the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) as it defines the thematic priorities, subthemes, and programme structure for IGF 2026.
The IGF 2026 annual meeting, marking the 21st edition of the forum, is expected to bring together global stakeholders from governments, the private sector, civil society, and the technical community to address emerging digital challenges and opportunities. While final details are being confirmed, the meeting is anticipated to take place in the latter part of 2026, with announcements regarding the host country, theme, and exact dates to be made by the IGF Secretariat in due course.
AfICTA encourages stakeholders across Africa and beyond to review the published submissions and actively engage in the upcoming phases of the IGF process to ensure inclusive and impactful digital policy outcomes.
For more information and to view the published submissions, please visit the IGF website. https://www.intgovforum.org/en/igf-2026-proposed-issues
