Observatory meetings have been held on an annual basis since 1999. The first meeting discussed the role of the Observatory itself. In 2000, an ICT strategy for CTA was developed, and the meeting in 2001 looked at technologies for wireless access to the Internet via satellite. In 2002, CTA for the first time chose a development topic as the focus of the annual Observatory meeting: "Gender and agriculture in the information society." The 2003 Observatory meeting continued this trend by looking at how ICTs can enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of pro-poor agricultural extension.

This year the observatory focused on youth: "Giving Youth a Voice" - ICTs for rural youth livelihoods in ACP countries. It started of with a writing contest.

Writing contest: Announcement of winners and their contributions

Observatory participants: