TANZANIA CONCLUDES DOOR-TO-DOOR CAMPAIGN FOR ITU COUNCIL SEAT
Photo: Ambassador Hoyce Temu (right) with Ambassador Pratana Disyatat (left) at the Permanent Mission of Thailand in Geneva.
By Staff Writer - Tanzania has concluded its door-to-door campaign in Geneva for re-election to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council, ahead of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26) in Doha.
Today in Geneva, Tanzania's Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations Offices and other international organisations, Hoyce Temu, concluded the campaign by visiting Thailand's Permanent Mission, in search of votes for Tanzania's bid to represent Africa on the ITU Council.
During the visit, Ambassador Temu met with her counterpart, Ms. Pratana Disyatat, who serves as the Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of Thailand to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva, and the two exchanged views on the ITU elections. Thailand is also contesting for a seat on the Council.
The meeting formed part of Tanzania's final round of consultations with Member States in Geneva, as the country seeks broad support ahead of the vote in Doha.
During the discussions in Geneva, Tanzania outlined its vision for a connected and inclusive digital world, where no country is left behind. The delegations Tanzania met extended their best wishes ahead of the vote, expressing confidence in Tanzania's commitment to advancing connectivity and digital development.
The PP-26 runs from November 9 to November 27, 2026, in Doha, Qatar, with elections for leadership and Council seats beginning on November 12, 2026, placing Tanzania's campaign in its final decisive phase.
Tanzania's delegation to Doha will be led by the Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Hon. Angellah Kairuki (MP). She is expected to lead engagements with member states, where Tanzania will present its priorities and seek support.
If re-elected, this will be the second time Tanzania serves as a Member of the ITU Council, building on its current term and experience on the Council.
If re-elected for a second term, Tanzania aims to strengthen Africa's voice in shaping global telecommunications policy, bridging the digital divide, and promoting inclusive and sustainable digital transformation. The country also intends to champion affordable internet access, cybersecurity, digital skills for youth and women, and technology for economic growth, education, health and innovation.
Tanzania's bid is anchored on its progress in expanding broadband infrastructure, increasing mobile connectivity and advancing its digital economy agenda. Dar es Salaam believes its experience gives it understanding of the challenges facing Africa and the Global South.
With the door-to-door campaign now concluded, Tanzania continues to rally support from partners and friends as voting day approaches.
