SomNOG7 Conference

Thursday 26 Dec 2024, 08:00 → 17:30 Africa/Mogadishu

7 ( Jazeera Palace Hotel)

Mohamed Mohamud (SIMAD University)

SomNOG7 Program Overview

SomNOG7 represents the latest installment in the annual conference series organized by the Somali Network Operators' Group (SomNOG). This event serves as a pivotal platform for stakeholders within the ICT sector, including professionals, policymakers, Internet service providers, academics, and others, to converge, exchange insights, and chart a course for the digital future of Somalia.

Here's a preview of what SomNOG7 has in store:

SomNOG7 Conference Highlights

   Expected attendance from diverse stakeholders across the ICT spectrum
   Engaging sessions covering a wide array of topics crucial to Somalia's digital landscape
   Networking opportunities to foster collaborations and partnerships

3 Days of Technical Workshops: December 22^nd - 24^th, 2024

The capacity-building aspect of SomNOG7 will be highlighted through a series of technical workshops. Spanning three days, from December 22^nd - 24^th, these sessions aim to enhance the skill sets of ICT professionals and aspiring graduates. Through hands-on training, participants will gain practical knowledge relevant to industry demands, thereby bolstering employability and service delivery within the sector.

1 Day of Conference: December 26^th, 2024

SomNOG7 focuses on addressing contemporary challenges and exploring growth avenues within the ICT sector, the conference promises insightful discussions and thought-provoking presentations. Expert speakers will delve into pertinent themes and sub-themes, offering valuable perspectives on Somalia's digital transformation journey.

Venue: Jazeera place hotel

This year's main theme is "Digital Public Infrastructure: Laying the Foundations for Somalia’s Digital Future'.

The sub-themes are yet to be decided and will be announced soon.

Stay tuned for further updates on SomNOG7 as we unveil the full program agenda and theme in the coming weeks.

08:00 → 08:59 Guests Arrival and Registration

Speaker: All

09:00 → 09:10 Welcoming Remarks

Speaker: Dr Mohamed Mohamud Mohamed (SomNOG7 Chair)

09:10 → 09:20 SomNOG7 Presentation

Speaker: Mr Eng Mohamed Adil

09:20 → 09:30 Gold Sponsor Remarks

Speaker: Mohamed Hashi Ahmed

09:30 → 09:35 SomNOG-7 guest speaker Remarks

Speaker: Mr Mohamed ABDULKADIR Adow

09:35 → 09:40 Workshop Host of the year

Speaker: Dr. Mohamed Omar (Dean faculty of computing Simad Universit)

09:40 → 09:45 Silver Sponsor I Remarks

Speaker: Mr Abdirahman Jama Mohamed (Head of Engineering Dalkom Somalia)

09:45 → 09:50 Silver Sponsor II Remarks

Speaker: Mr Ahmed Isse (Deputy General Manager Somte)

09:50 → 09:55 Technical Partner

Speaker: Mr Mohamed Ali Ahmed (CTO SomaliREN)

09:55 → 10:05 Opening Remarks 1

Opening Ceremony Remarks

Speaker: Mr Abdiweli Ali Abdulle (Timacadde) (NIRA)

10:05 → 10:15 Opening Remarks 2

Speaker: Mr Mr. Mustaf Sheikh Ali (Dhuxulow) (Director-General Immigration and Neutralization)

10:15 → 10:25 Official Opening Address

Speaker: H.E. Ahmed Osman Dirie (Minister of Communication and Technology, FGS)

10:25 → 10:35 Building Bridges: The Convergence of Somali Digital Public Infrastructures

Technical Sessions
Keynote Speaker I:

Speaker: Mr Abdullahi Bihi Hussien, (General-Manager SPS)

10:35 → 10:45 Digital Health

Keynote Speaker II:

Speaker: Dr Ahmed Adam Mohamed (Deerow) (CEO, eHealth Somalia Senior Advisor, FMOH.)

10:45 → 11:00 Health Break and Photo Session

Speaker: All

11:00 → 11:10 Role of regional and international partnerships in advancing digital infrastructure

Theme I: Critical Infrastructure

Speaker: Mr Liban Abdullahi Hussien (Somalia Country Representative Adam Smith International)

11:10 → 11:20 Current state and gaps in Somalia's digital infrastructure (fiber optic, 5G, etc.)

Speaker: Mr Abdirahman Mohamed, (Head of Engineering Dalkom Somali)

11:20 → 11:30 Bridging the Connectivity Gap: Expanding Digital Access Across Somalia

Speaker: Mr Osman Dirie (SIMAD iLab)

11:30 → 11:40 Interoperability challenges between private sector networks and public infrastructure

Speaker: Mr Zakariye Esmael (Digital Development Specialist MoCT)

11:40 → 12:30 Plenary Session I: Critical Infrastructure:

Speakers: Mr Abdiaziz Duwane Isak (Director General, MoCT), Mr Abdirahman Abshir Dhiblawe (Hormuud ISP Manager), Mr Liban Abdullahi Hussein (Somalia Country Representative, Adam Smith International), Mr Moderator: . Zakriye Ismael, (Digital Specialist, MoCT), Mr Mohamed Amin Abdisamad (Head of Software Development, NIRA)

12:30 → 13:30 Lunch and Prayers

Speaker: All

13:30 → 13:50 Data privacy in Digital service development

Theme 2: Digital Services for All
Key-Note Speaker:

Speaker: Mr Mohamed Nur Ali (Olow). (General Manager- Data protection Authority)

13:50 → 14:00 Advancing Transparency and Accountability Through Digital Platforms: Addressing Corruption in Post-Conflict Somalia

Speaker: Mr Abdihakim Omar Abdullahi (Researcher and lecturer at jamhuriya universit)

14:00 → 14:10 Securing e-Government Ecosystems in the Era of Digital Transformation

Speaker: Dr Yahye Abukar Ahmed (Director of R&D, SIMAD University)

14:10 → 14:20 The Role of E-Government Services in Somalia’s Digital Transformation

Speaker: Anisa Salad (Researcher)

14:20 → 14:30 Harnessing DPI to Empower Citizens and Bridge the Gap Between Government Services and Citizen Engagement

Speaker: Mr Mustaf A Musse (Researcher)

14:30 → 15:30 Plenary Session II: Breaking Barriers: Achieving Inclusive Digital Services for All

Speakers: Mr Abdifitah Mohamed Ali (ISP Manager, Somtel), Ms Ayan Khalif (Program Manager, Digital Shelter), Mr Moderator: Mohamed Ali Ahmed (CTO, SomaliREN), Mr Mohamed Shafi Yusuf (Director of Egovernment Ministry of Communications and Technology), Prof. Mohamud Ahmed Jimale (Director, School of Graduate Studies, JUST)

15:30 → 16:30 Wrap-up and Closing Remarks

1. SomNOG7 Workshop Graduation
2. Community Awards
3. Official Closing Remarks
4. SomNOG7 Communique

Speaker: Mr Official Closing Remarks Mustaf Yasin (Director General, NCA)