5th Edition Connected Africa announces Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024 | IoT Now News & Reports

The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) has announced the 5th Edition Connected Africa- Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024 , set to be held on 22 May 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme “Building a Connected Global Economy,” the summit aims to influence the telecom in Africa. With a focus on fostering forward-thinking telecom models, the summit serves as a platform for industry collaboration and innovation. Networking opportunities Networking opportunities Known for its networking opportunities, the Connected Africa Summit offers attendees access to important industry figures, c-suite executives, senior managers, decision-makers and practitioners driving the adoption of cutting-edge information and communications technologies. Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards The summit will also host the prestigious Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards , recognising contributions to the telecom industry. From innovations to initiatives, these awards celebrate excellence and inspire further advancements in the field. Key themes   Key themes Digital economy and the role of Telcos Digital inclusion Network infrastructure transformation 5G adoption and economics Mobility and wireless migration Digitalisation and connectivity AI’s role in 5G Cybersecurity and resilience RAN architectures and X-haul Distinguished speakers Distinguished speakers Past editions of the summit have featured a lineup of speakers, including industry figures such as: Shameel Joosub, group CEO, Vodacom Charles Molapisi, CEO, MTN South Africa Jorge Mendes, CEO, Cell C Lunga Siyo, CEO Telkom Consumer & Small Business. George Njuguna, chief information officer, Safaricom Razvan Ungureanu, chief technology officer Africa, Airtel Africa Nitesh Marcel Singh, managing director CMT lead Africa, Accenture Africa. Mlindi Mashologu, deputy director-general (DDG), ICT information society and capacity development, department of communications and digital technologies Nikos Angelopoulos, group chief information officer, MTN South Africa Johan van Graan, chief risk officer, Vodacom Group Celia Mantshiyane, chief information security officer (CISO), MTN South Africa Nomvuyiso Batyi, chief executive officer, association of communications and technology Joseph Ndaba, 4IR commissioner, IR4 Comment on this article below or via X: @IoTNow_