Advisory Panel
The Advisory Panel is composed of industry experts who offer strategic guidance on spectrum allocation, type approval standards, and advancements in emerging technologies

Prof.Eng. Meshack Madol

Advisor for Technical Services
Prof. Madol serves as the Advisor for Technical Services at the National Communication Authority (NCA) of South Sudan. He provides high-level technical oversight and strategic direction on telecommunications infrastructure, network standards, and service quality.

Eng. Virginio Kenyi Lomena

Advisor for Admin, Finance & HR
He offers strategic counsel on institutional governance, financial management, and human capital development. With expertise in organizational planning, budgeting, and policy implementation, Virginio supports the NCA in building a strong administrative foundation that promotes transparency, operational efficiency, and workforce excellence.

Eng. Simon Philip Ali

Advisor for Research & Development
He provides strategic support across regulatory affairs, institutional development, and stakeholder engagement. With a comprehensive understanding of the communications sector, Simon contributes to policy formulation, program coordination, and the advancement of NCA’s mission to ensure accessible and inclusive digital services throughout the country.

Eng. Awadia James Daw Shom

Advisor for Spectrum Management
She provides expert guidance on spectrum management, allocation, and regulatory compliance to ensure efficient and equitable use of the national radio frequency spectrum. With deep knowledge of international best practices and technical standards, Awadia supports the development of policies that promote innovation, minimize interference, and enhance connectivity across the country.

Hon. Emmanual Lubari

Advisor for Youth & Innovation
Mr. Emmanual Lubari serves as an Advisor for Youth and Innovation, offering strategic guidance on youth empowerment, digital innovation, and capacity development initiatives.
Prof.Eng. Meshack Madol
Advisor for Technical Services
A veteran electrical engineer, soldier, academic and public-sector leader with a career that spans nearly five decades. After earning a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Odessa Ukraine in 1977.

Eng. Virginio Kenyi Lomena
Advisor for Admin, Finance & HR
Eng. Virginio Kenyi Lomena, born in Loa Boma, Pageri Payam, Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria State, is a seasoned technocrat and veteran with over 41 years of service in telecommunications, civil administration, and public sector leadership.

Eng. Simon Philip Ali
Advisor for Research & Development
Eng. Simon graduated in 1979 from the Telecommunications Institute in Khartoum, specializing in telephone-network engineering. He began his career as a telecom engineer in Gedaref, eastern Sudan, where he served for four years before being transferred to Wau.

Eng. Awadia James Daw Shom
Advisor for Spectrum Management
Eng. Awadia James is an accomplished telecommunications engineer currently serving as an Advisor for telecommunications Engineering at the National Communication Authority of South Sudan.
