Ida S. Mboob

Ida S. Mboob is a legal regulatory specialist with ten years experience in the field of procurement, government tender processes, telecommunications, energy, and broadcasting regulation. She is currently the Deputy Director for Legal Licensing and Enforcement at the Gambia Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. In this role, she develops comprehensive legal and regulatory frameworks for the regulated industries. Ida S. Mboob has collaborative working relationships with international institutions, government bodies, local communities, and the media. Ida believes strongly that the telecommunications industry can serve as a driving force in bridging development gaps in Africa. She recently graduated with a master’s degree in Computer and Communications in the UK. Upon completion of the Washington Fellowship, Ida intends to expand on her current role as a youth leader for Girls in ICT through lecturing and mentoring programs.