The Commonwealth ICT Applications Forum 2017 is due to take place in Kigali, Rwanda on 15th to 16th February 2017 under the theme “Promoting ICT Entrepreneurship”. This forum, hosted by the Government of Rwanda, is organised to promote ICT applications, primarily those in developing countries, with a view to leveraging their potential contribution to socio-economic development. There are many inspiring stories in ICT entrepreneurship which are not heard widely enough.

Through this event we aim to showcase these novel applications and assist the entrepreneurs to find support and new markets. In fact this was the aim of our Commonwealth Youth ICT awards scheme which started in 2016. We will be delighted to offer opportunities for local App developers of your country to showcase their unique products. Moreover, the event will provide guidance to develop national App economies as well as to expand the locally developed Apps globally.

Key Topics:

• App development
• m-Governance
• The international marketplace
• Fostering innovation through policy and regulation
• The app economy
• Developing local app industry
• App showcase