Africa’s telecommunications and technology sector stands out as one of the world’s fastest-growing, with influential leaders actively shaping the continent’s future.
These visionaries, highlighted in the “100 Most Influential African Leaders 2023 in Technology and Telecommunications” report by Africa Tech Festival and Connecting Africa, contribute to job creation, economic growth, and the overall improvement of millions of African lives. The report showcases leaders in telecom, government, enterprise, fintech, startups, and non-profit organizations.
Among the notable telecom leaders featured are Nic Rudnick, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies Group; Jérôme Hénique, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa; and Yolanda Cuba, VP Southern and East Africa Region at MTN Group.
In the startup category, key figures include Motunrayo Opayinka, Founder of Womenovate; Raphael Dana, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Gozem; and Raphael Afaedor, Co-Founder and CEO of Kyosk.
The fintech sector is well-represented with leaders like Olugbenga Agboola, Founder and CEO of Flutterwave; Wiza Jalakasi, VP of Global Developer Relations at Chipper Cash; and Jess Anuna, Founder and CEO of Klasha.
As Africa undergoes rapid economic expansion and digital transformation, the telecom industry plays a crucial role in connecting businesses and individuals, fostering innovation, and shaping the continent’s future.
The ongoing digitalization trends empower telecom solutions to keep businesses competitive in this evolving landscape.
