The Inaugural Internet of Things (IoT) Community Zimbabwe Conference yielded the following outcomes:
1. The conference facilitated meaningful collaborations among the Government, Industry, and technology enthusiasts to explore the potential of IoT technology in Zimbabwe. This resulted in insightful discussions and partnerships within the IoT sector.
2. The conference featured case studies highlighting the current trends in physical IoT applications. As a result, the industry expressed its commitment to collaborate with other sectors such as Agriculture, Transport, Mining, and Smart Cities to further advance the exploration of IoT technology.
3 .The Zimbabwean Government demonstrated its embrace of IoT technology in the country’s digital transformation. The Government officials pledged to introduce favourable policies that will regulate the adoption and deployment of IoT devices. These policies aim to drive the economy towards a digital future. The Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, who served as the Guest of Honor, made this commitment.
4.The conference fostered the exchange of ideas and valuable information among industry leaders, software developers, ICT players, academia, and the Government. This signifies a significant milestone in unlocking the potential of IoT technology in Zimbabwe.
5. In line with the conference’s objectives, the Minister officially launched the IoT Community. The members of this technical community have agreed to collaborate on IoT projects, with a commitment to deliver them by July 2024. These projects aim to enhance the overall success and impact of the conference.
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