Telecom Review conducted an exclusive interview with Rajiv Dhand, the regional vice president for Asia Pacific & Africa at TELUS International, to delve into the factors that played a significant role in the expansion of TELUS International's global operations into Africa. During the interview, Dhand discussed the specific opportunities and market potential that TELUS International perceives in Africa. Furthermore, he shed light on the steps that TELUS International is taking to ensure a seamless and prosperous expansion into the African market.
Exclusive Interviews
Women in Cybersecurity: ‘Women for Cyber Africa’ Paves the Way for Success
Telecom Review Africa conducted an exclusive interview with the founders and key members of Women for Cyber Africa (WFCA), namely Ghita Slaoui, Founder and President; Housna Hamadet, Founder and Vice President; Sophia Khaldane, Founder and Secretary General; and Samia Jlil, Vice Secretary General. In this discussion, we delve into the pioneering work of Women for Cyber Africa, an organization dedicated to empowering women in cybersecurity.
Meng Zuo, Huawei, Discuss Carrier Opportunities and Network Evolution in Era of Digital Transformation
In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Meng Zuo, Vice President of Huawei's Data Communications Product Line, discussed the business growth opportunities and network challenges brought by enterprise digital transformation for carriers. To address these challenges, he shared how Huawei's data communications products and solutions help carriers seize the opportunities of digital transformation and achieve new growth.
Unlocking Africa's Digital Potential: Insights on 5G, Cybersecurity and Tech Ecosystem Growth
In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Jawad Jalal Abbassi, Head of Middle East & North Africa at GSMA, provides valuable insights into the current state of 5G deployment and adoption. Here, he discusses GSMA's initiatives to enhance cybersecurity and build digital trust in the region. Abbassi also explores the significance of GITEX AFRICA being held in Northern Africa for the first time and its potential impact on the continent's digital transformation and tech ecosystem. As a prominent figure in the telecommunications sector, Jawad believes that technology and innovation play a crucial role in driving economic growth and social development in Africa.
Emad Sukker: ‘We Seek to Create a Positive Impact on the Communities in Which We Operate’
Telecom Review interviewed Emad Sukker, VP, Head of MENA Region, IHS Towers, to talk more about the development of the telecommunications sector in Egypt and the region as a whole and the performance of telecom companies amid all the current challenges.
Driving AI Innovation With NLP: Salma Jamoussi Shares Insights and Challenges
Telecom Review Africa conducted an exclusive interview with Salma Jamoussi, a researcher and associate professor at the University of Sfax, Tunisia (with a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence from the University of Lorraine, France), and delved into her experience and expertise in the field of AI. During the interview, she shed light on her intention to utilize Natural Language Processing techniques in her projects and also addressed the challenges that women may encounter when specializing in this field.
Sofrecom Collaborates With Telcos to Maximize Technologies and Facilitate Integration
In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Sofrecom CTIO Davy Letailleur explains how the company leverages emerging technologies to support the digital transformation within the telecom sector as well as the market trends within the MEA region, among other insights.
inwi: A Leading Innovator in Morocco's Telecom Market
Telecom Review Africa conducted an exclusive interview with Mounir Moukdar, Marketing Director at inwi, to discuss how the company positions itself as an innovative operator with its offers and solutions. He also shed light on the role of innovation in inwi's marketing approach and shared his current assessment of the company’s formidable project, "win by inwi."
Wi-Flix: Transforming African Streaming with Localized Content and Affordability
Telecom Review Africa recently conducted an exclusive interview with Louis Manu, co-founder and CEO of Wi-flix. The interview aimed to delve into the inspiration behind Manu's entrepreneurial journey. During the discussion, Manu shed light on Wi-flix's distinctive product proposition and how it effectively addresses challenges in a highly competitive market. Moreover, he elaborated on Wi-flix's strategic plans for future growth and expansion.
Dr. CHIHI: ICT Helps Gender Equality by Diminishing the Digital Divide
Telecom Review Africa recently conducted an exclusive interview with Dr. Houda CHIHI, Senior Researcher at Innov’COM Lab of Sup'COM Tunisia, and Chief Engineer at Tunisia Telecom, to explore the benefits of implementing digital transformation. During the interview, Dr. CHIHI shared insights on the role that technology can play in promoting gender equality and empowering women in society more broadly. She also discussed some of the challenges she has faced as a woman in the ICT industry.