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Connecting the Future: NCA Inspires Next Generation of Tech Leaders at St. Lawrence Study Tour

July 23, 2026 at 1:00:00 AM

JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN — The National Communication Authority (NCA) hosted students and teachers from St. Lawrence High School for a two-day educational study tour on 21 and 22 July 2026. The visit, held under the theme "Connecting The Future: Inspiring The Next Generation in Digital Innovation," took place at the Authority’s Headquarters in Juba. The initiative forms part of the NCA's ongoing commitment to promoting digital literacy, fostering innovation, and strengthening partnerships with educational institutions across South Sudan. The tour aimed to bridge classroom learning with practical exposure to the telecommunications and information and communication technology (ICT) sectors while encouraging students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and digital innovation. Welcome and Mandate Briefing Mr. Isaac Dada Lemi, the Director of Corporate Affairs, welcomed the delegation and introduced the students to the core mandate and responsibilities of the NCA. His briefing provided the visiting students with foundational insights into how the Authority regulates South Sudan's telecommunications and communications sector. Technical Presentations Throughout the two-day program, technical experts from various NCA directorates delivered presentations designed to expose students to real-world applications of communication technologies. These sessions covered:- Telecommunications Regulation: The legal and structural frameworks governing industry operators. Spectrum Management: The allocation and monitoring of radio frequencies. Cybersecurity Best Practices: Safeguarding digital infrastructure and user data. Computer Emergency Response Team (CIRT): The mechanisms used to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber incidents. Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies: The technological advancements shaping the future of communications in South Sudan. Leadership Address Speaking during the program, the Director General, Hon. Rizig Dominic Samuel, emphasized the NCA's focus on supporting youth development through targeted educational outreach. Addressing the students directly, he remarked: "Keep up with the mantle and embrace innovation, develop strong digital skills, and become responsible users of technology as South Sudan continues its journey toward a digital economy." Interactive Q&A and Facility Tour Students engaged directly with NCA professionals during dedicated Question and Answer (Q&A) sessions, discussing potential career pathways and the evolving national digital landscape. Visiting teachers expressed their appreciation to the NCA for providing a practical learning environment that complemented the school's academic curriculum. The study tour concluded with a guided tour of selected NCA technical facilities and a group photograph session.

NCA BOARD CONVENES FIRST MEETING OF 2026 TO STRENGTHEN INSTITUTIONAL STRUCTURE AND E-SERVICES.

Writer: NCA Communications
NCA Communications
Apr 24
2 min read
The NCA Board of Directors gather for a group photo after their first meeting of the year.
The NCA Board of Directors gather for a group photo after their first meeting of the year.

The National Communication Authority Board of Directors convened its first meeting of 2026 with a clear focus on action, innovation and institutional growth. Chaired by Eng. Tejwok Ajak, chairman of  NCA board of director, the meeting set the tone for the year ahead emphasizing strong governance, sustainability and the acceleration of South Sudan’s digital transformation agenda.


In his opening remarks, Eng. Tejwok described 2026 as a “year of action,” calling for practical implementation of strategies that will strengthen the Authority’s impact reaffirming confidence in the leadership of the Honourable Director General, Mr. Rizig Dominic Samuel and encouraged continued collaboration between the Board and management to achieve results.


The chairman also welcomed new members to the Board bringing in valuable expertise from key government institutions. Among them are Gen. Mawien Mawien Ariik, DG of the Internal National Security Services  and Hon. Malual Tap, First Undersecretary at the Ministry of Finance. Their addition is expected to strengthen the Authority’s work particularly in areas of national security coordination and financial oversight.


At the heart of the discussion was the progress of the NCA e-Services platform, a cornerstone of the national digital transformation strategy aimed at improving service delivery. The platform was designed to automate regulatory processes, reduce turnover times and make it easier for stakeholders to access NCA services. With this digital expansion, services are expected to improve operational efficiency while creating a more accessible and business-friendly telecommunications sector.


As part of its oversight role, the Board also conducted a comprehensive review of the Authority’s financial performance and sustainability with the aim of ensuring that the NCA continues to operate as a transparent and self-sustaining regulator that is capable of supporting the growth of South Sudan’s rapidly evolving ICT sector as well as  examining updates of the Human Resource Manual, aligning it with the NCA Strategic Plan 2025–2029 to ensure staff are well-equipped to meet the demands of a modern digital environment.

Stakeholders, partners and the public are encouraged to engage with the NCA’s digital services as they continue to roll out and follow the authority’s platforms for updates on new development shaping South Sudan’s digital future.

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