6th Edition Connected Africa - Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 Africa’s Premier Telecom Summit

The 6th Edition of the Connected Africa Summit, Africa's premier telecommunications event, is set to take place on July 24, 2025, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Co-hosted by Accenture Africa, this landmark summit will convene industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and stakeholders to explore transformative trends shaping Africa's digital economy.

 

Minister Solly Malatsi as Guest of Honour and Chief Keynote Speaker

We are honored to announce that Hon. Solly Malatsi, South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, will serve as the Guest of Honour and Chief Keynote Speaker. Minister Malatsi is renowned for his unwavering commitment to digital inclusion and economic empowerment across the continent.

In his address, Minister Malatsi will focus on 'Digital Inclusion and Connectivity', sharing insights into South Africa’s strategic initiatives to position itself as a digital investment hub, efforts to expand broadband access, reduce data costs, and promote collaborative partnerships that bridge the digital divide. His leadership has been pivotal in initiatives like SA Connect, which has connected over 4,000 schools, clinics, and government sites—laying the groundwork for a more inclusive digital society.

 

A Vision for Inclusive Digital Transformation

Minister Malatsi's participation underscores the summit's focus on fostering an inclusive digital future. He has previously emphasized the importance of digital technologies in uniting communities:

“Digital technologies hold the potential to either divide or unite. It is imperative that we embrace digital transformation in a way that promotes social inclusion and leaves no one behind.”

This perspective aligns with the summit's mission to explore how technology can serve as a catalyst for economic growth and social cohesion across Africa.

 

Summit Highlights

• Engage with Industry Leaders: Network with C-suite executives from leading telecom companies, technology vendors, and infrastructure providers.
   

• Explore Cutting-Edge Topics: Delve into discussions on 5G adoption, AI integration, cybersecurity, and more.
   

• Participate in the Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards: Celebrate groundbreaking contributions to the telecom industry.
   

 

Registration and Participation

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Africa’s foremost telecom summit. Register now to join the conversation shaping the continent’s digital future.
 

 Register Here

 

Media and Sponsorship Inquiries

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Mohammed Thoufiq

VP-Strategic Partnerships

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