Mr. Mustafa Y. Shek is a transformative leader in telecommunications policy, digital regulation, and ICT development, serving as the Director General of the National Communication Authority (NCA), Somalia. With a strong commitment to expanding digital connectivity, strengthening cybersecurity frameworks, and fostering a competitive telecom sector, he has been at the forefront of Somalia’s digital transformation. Under his leadership, the NCA has implemented progressive regulatory reforms, enhanced mobile and broadband penetration, and positioned Somalia as an emerging player in Africa’s digital economy.

A key advocate for public-private partnerships and ICT infrastructure development, Mr. Shek has played a pivotal role in attracting investments, modernizing telecommunications services, and ensuring digital inclusion across urban and rural areas. His contributions to policy standardization, spectrum management, and digital governance have significantly improved Somalia’s technological landscape and economic prospects.