DATA SOVEREIGNTY
09 December 2025
As African regulators enforce stricter data residency rules and digital economies mature, mobile network operators are being pushed to rethink the physical, legal and architectural foundations of their networks. The outcome is a shift from centralised data flows to distributed, sovereign infrastructure designed for performance, trust and long-term strategic resilience
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Hormat Gulamova, Senior Sales Manager, Azercosmos, the Space Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan
1. How does Azercosmos’ expanded service package via the Azerspace-1 and Azerspace-2 satellites enhance connectivity and digital development across Africa?
Azercosmos provides extensive C-band and Ku-band coverage across Africa through its dual satellites, connecting millions of people in areas where terrestrial networks are limited. The primary goal is to enable reliable connectivity to underserved regions, supporting sectors such as e-learning, healthcare, enterprise connectivity, and mobile backhaul. By expanding its service offerings, Azercosmos strengthens the digital infrastructure that underpins economic inclusion and innovation.
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G20
06 November 2025
As Africa hosts the G20 for the first time, the continent faces a choice: build a unified digital future, or risk splintering into incompatible networks shaped by global rivalries. Spectrum harmonisation, open standards, and digital trust could determine whether Africa is a co-author of the 6G era — or just a late adopter.
When Africa hosts the G20 for the first time this year, the world’s attention will rightly focus on infrastructure and finance. But industry leaders warn that another, quieter battle could determine whether Africa’s digital future is inclusive or fragmented: the struggle over spectrum, standards, and trust.
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07 October 2025
The G20’s arrival in Africa isn’t just symbolic — it’s a once-in-a-generation chance to hardwire the continent into the global digital economy. With more than 600 million people still offline, leaders and industry players argue that universal connectivity must be treated as infrastructure, not luxury.
When the G20 gathers in Africa for the first time in November 2025, the symbolism will be powerful. But for African telecom leaders, symbolism is not enough. The continent faces the largest digital inclusion challenge of the 21st century: connecting more than 600 million people who remain offline, most of them in rural and low-income areas. Without decisive action, Africa risks deepening the digital divide just as the rest of the world moves into the 5G and 6G eras.
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