Milton Manuel Mendes Cabral

Director‑Geral de Telecomunicações e Economia Digital

Praia, CV.

About

Mission‑driven public sector executive and digital transformation strategist with nearly two decades of experience in shaping innovation ecosystems and advancing the digital economy across Africa. Currently serving as Director‑Geral for Telecommunications and Digital Economy of Cabo Verde, leading national policy, regulation, and digital startup ecosystem development to position Cabo Verde as a regional innovation hub.

Work

Ministério da Economia Digital / Direção‑Geral das Telecomunicações e Economia Digital (DGTED)

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Director‑Geral de Telecomunicações e Economia Digital

Praia, Praia, Cabo Verde

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Summary

Appointed via a three‑year executive management contract starting May 9, 2025, overseeing national digital transformation policy, telecom regulation, and startup ecosystem development. Leading initiatives such as the National 5G Strategy, Cabo Verde Digital program, and GNSS‑based early warning systems for resilience.

Highlights

Appointed via Contrato de Gestão approved June 2025, effective May 9, 2025 (Boletim Oficial) ([boe.incv.cv](https://boe.incv.cv/Bulletins/View/86006?utm_source=openai))

Launched Cabo Verde Digital program—empowered over 1,000 entrepreneurs, 500+ youth trained, mobilized US$20M via World Bank ([miltoncabral.cv](https://miltoncabral.cv/?utm_source=openai))

Instrumental in formulation and launch of National 5G Strategy aiming 90% internet penetration and transforming CV into a regional digital hub by 2030 ([governo.cv](https://www.governo.cv/cabo-verde-apresenta-estrategia-nacional-para-o-5g-e-ambiciona-ser-hub-digital-regional-ate-2030/?utm_source=openai))

Promoted GNSS satellite-based early warning systems at African GNSS conference July 16–17, 2025 ([governo.cv](https://www.governo.cv/diretor-geral-de-telecomunicacoes-e-economia-digital-destaca-a-necessidade-de-termos-sistemas-de-alerta-precoce-atraves-de-sistemas-de-intervencao-via-satelite/?utm_source=openai))

Represented DGTED at launch of Cabo Verde Digital Week initiative February 10–11, 2026 ([governo.cv](https://www.governo.cv/governo-cria-semana-do-digital-de-cabo-verde-como-iniciativa-estrategica-nacional/?utm_source=openai))

Cabo Verde Digital (Government Initiative)

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Founder / Program Manager Officer

Praia, Praia, Cabo Verde

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Summary

Created and manages a national platform strengthening the ICT and startup ecosystem through training, scholarships, coding schools, diaspora engagement, and market building.

Highlights

Empowered 1,000+ entrepreneurs and trained 500+ young people in programming and digital skills ([miltoncabral.cv](https://miltoncabral.cv/?utm_source=openai))

Established government arm supporting digital nomads, training programs, and entrepreneurship incentives ([digital.cv](https://www.digital.cv/about-us?utm_source=openai))

NOSi – Núcleo Operacional da Sociedade de Informação

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Head of Department, Internet & Multimedia (and earlier UI/UX Leader; Web Designer/Developer)

Praia, Praia, Cabo Verde

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Summary

Led web development, UI/UX design, and multimedia initiatives supporting e‑Government platforms, including electoral results systems and integrated resource management platforms.

Highlights

Led development of critical e‑Government solutions, including electoral results and IGRP platforms that earned Cabo Verde the 1st African Public Sector Innovation Award (AAPSIA) ([aiforgood.itu.int](https://aiforgood.itu.int/speaker/milton-cabral/?utm_source=openai))

Volunteer

Web Master & Digital Marketing

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TEDxPraia

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Supporting the global TEDx brand locally by managing web presence and digital outreach to connect Cape Verde’s technology community to the world.

Education

Howard University (Candidate)

, , United States of America
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Candidate (ongoing) —

Duke University, Humphrey Fellowship (Emerging Technology Policy)

Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
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Fellowship Emerging Technology Policy

Skills

Digital Transformation Strategy

e‑Government, Digital Policy, Innovation Ecosystems.

Telecommunications and 5G Strategy

Regulation, Infrastructure Planning.

Project & Program Management

Startup Support, Cabo Verde Digital.

UX/UI and Web Development

E‑Gov Platforms, Multimedia, Electoral Systems.

Stakeholder & Government Relations

Public Policy, International Partnerships.

Public Speaking & Advocacy

Conferences, Media.