The MRU IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) is responsible for shaping the program, agenda, and thematic priorities of the forum.
The MAG reflects a balanced representation from:
- Government
- Parliament
- Civil Society
- Technical Community
- Private Sector
- Youth Representatives
- Academia
Role of the MAG
- Review and select session proposals
- Ensure regional balance and inclusivity
- Align MRU priorities with global IGF processes
- Promote transparency and accountability
Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG 2026)
The Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) is the primary body responsible for the strategic, transparent, and inclusive development of the MRU IGF 2026 programme.
The MAG ensures that the Forum remains:
- Neutral and non-commercial
- Multistakeholder and inclusive
- Regionally balanced across MRU member states
- Aligned with global Internet governance principles
The MAG operates in accordance with the United Nations IGF framework and the National & Regional Initiatives (NRI) Toolkit, serving as a cornerstone of the credibility, legitimacy, and policy relevance of the MRU IGF.
Role & Responsibilities of the MAG
| Function Area | Key Responsibilities |
| Agenda Development | Review Call for Input submissions and shape a balanced, policy-driven programme |
| Multistakeholder Balance | Ensure representation across government, private sector, civil society, technical community, academia, and youth |
| Quality Assurance | Maintain non-commercial, open, and dialogue-based sessions |
| Strategic Guidance | Advise on thematic priorities (AI, cybersecurity, infrastructure, etc.) |
| Regional Coordination | Align priorities across Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Côte d’Ivoire |
| Transparency & Accountability | Publish summaries, draft agendas, and decisions |
| Youth & Gender Inclusion | Ensure equitable participation and representation |
| Programme Integrity | Maintain alignment with UN IGF standards |
List of MAG Members – MRU IGF 2026
The MAG is composed of individuals selected for their expertise, experience, and stakeholder representation, serving in their individual capacity.
| Name | Organization | Stakeholder Group | Country |
| D. Nolan Kaine | Ministry of Posts & Telecommunications -Liberia | Government | Liberia |
| Phil T. Dixon | Private Sector Association | Private Sector | Liberia |
| Dr. Abudlai Sonko | Ministry of Information, & Innovation – Sierra Leone | Government | Sierra Leone |
| TBC | Ministry of Information, & Innovation – Guinea | Government | Guinea |
| Paul M. Kamara | Civil Society Organization | Youth -Civil Society | Sierra Leone |
| Hon. Angella Cassell Bush | Telecommunications Regulator | Technical Community | Liberia |
| Shadrack Mentowah | ISP / Registry | Technical Community | Liberia |
| ISOC Chapter Representative-Liberia | Internet Society | Technical Community | Sierra Leone |
| ISOC Chapter Representative-Guinea | Internet Society | Technical Community | Guinea |
| Edward William | Internet Society | Technical Community | Liberia |
| Dr. Agness Reeve-Taylor | University / Research Institute | Academia | Liberia |
| James Samuel Kpator | Youth Network | Youth | Liberia |
| Winnie Sawyah -Jimmy | Media / Digital Rights Group | Media | Liberia |
| Ajara Marie Bomah | National IGF – Sierra Leone | Civil Society / Private | Sierra Leone |
| Sankoumba Kourouma | National IGF- Guinea | Civil Society / Policy | Guinea |
| Stepanie Coleman | National IGF – Liberia | Civil Society / Policy | Guinea |
| Mamadi Kallo | Youth IGF- Guinea | Youth | |
| Edmund Kloh | Telecom / Tech | Private Sector | MRU Region |
| Sangai Moliwuli | Women in ICT -Representative Gender Network | Gender / Inclusion | MRU Region |
Note: This list will be updated as confirmations are finalized to ensure regional balance and inclusivity.
MAG Selection Process (2026)
The MAG 2026 was constituted through a transparent, inclusive, and consultative process, guided by the UN IGF NRI Toolkit:
| Step | Description |
| Call for Nominations | Open call across MRU stakeholder groups |
| Stakeholder Review | Evaluation based on expertise, diversity, and balance |
| Regional Balance Check | Ensuring representation across MRU countries |
| Confirmation & Acceptance | Selected members confirmed participation |
| Public Disclosure | Final list published on MRU IGF website |
MAG members:
- Serve in an individual capacity
- Must declare conflicts of interest
- Commit to IGF principles and ethics
MAG Decisions & Communiqués
In line with transparency and accountability standards:
| Output Type | Status / Description |
| Summary of Call for Input Review | To be published |
| Draft Agenda (Consultation Version) | To be published |
| Final Programme Approval Note | To be published |
| MAG Guidance Notes | As applicable |
| Meeting Summaries | Periodically updated |
Available Documents
| Document | Status |
| MAG 2026 Terms of Reference (ToR) | Published |
| Call for Input Summary Report | Pending |
| Draft Agenda Endorsement Note | Pending |
| Final Programme Approval Note | Pending |
Commitment to IGF Principles
All MAG members commit to upholding:
- Openness and inclusivity
- Multistakeholder participation
- Non-commercial dialogue
- Respectful engagement
- Transparency and accountability
Strategic Importance of the MAG
The MAG plays a critical role in ensuring that MRU IGF 2026 is:
Community-driven
Policy-relevant
Regionally coordinated
Globally aligned with IGF processes
Secretariat Note
This page is maintained in line with UN IGF Secretariat and ISOC Foundation expectations.
- It supports funding assessments and transparency requirements
- Updates to MAG composition, decisions, and outputs will be regularly reflected
- The MRU IGF Secretariat remains committed to full compliance with NRI standards