Gaborone, Botswana, 8th June 2026
The Chairperson of the Communications Regulators' Association of Southern Africa(CRASA) and Director General of the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), Mr. Mayamiko Nkoloma, paid a courtesy visit to the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) on 8th June 2026 as part of his induction engagement programme with the CRASA Secretariat. The visit was particularly significant given BOCRA's role as Treasurer of CRASA and Botswana's position as host of theCRASA Secretariat.
During the visit, Mr. Nkoloma held discussions with the Chief Executive of BOCRA, Mr.Martin Mokgware, on areas of mutual interest and opportunities for enhanced collaboration between the two regulatory authorities.
The engagement focused on exploring ways to further leverage the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between BOCRA and MACRA to strengthen regulatory cooperation and knowledge sharing. The two leaders exchanged views on emerging issues affecting the communications sector, including the growing importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation and the need for regulators to proactively address the opportunities and challenges presented by new technologies.
The discussions also highlighted the importance of continued collaboration between regulatory authorities in Southern Africa to promote innovation, strengthen regulatory frameworks, and enhance consumer protection in an increasingly digital environment.
In addition, the meeting explored how both organisations can contribute towards advancing CRASA's strategic objectives and expanding the Association's footprint across the region. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to supporting regional cooperation initiatives and fostering closer partnerships that contribute to the development of the communications sector in Southern Africa.
The courtesy visit underscores CRASA's continued commitment to strengthening relationships among its members and promoting collaborative approaches to addressing regional regulatory challenges and opportunities.
