Exclusive Interviews

Telecom Review conducted an exclusive interview with John Omo, Secretary-General at the African Telecommunications Union, shedding light on initiatives that can ensure diversity and equal opportunities for youth innovators in Africa. He also discussed ATU's plans to promote entrepreneurship in the telecommunications/ICT sector on the continent. Omo addressed the challenges and opportunities that African youth face in the ever-expanding digital landscape and outlined how the ATU can address these issues.

Telecom Review conducted an exclusive interview with Dr. Bilel Jamoussi, Deputy Director of ITU standardization, during the 17th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Dr. Jamoussi sheds light on the transformative journey from traditional telecommunications to the dynamic realm of technology companies (Techcos). He also provided valuable insights into the pivotal role ITU plays in steering global progress through the waves of digital transformation.

In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Yahia Sefraoui, Chief Digital & Data Transformation Officer at inwi, provided valuable insights on expediting digital transformation in Morocco. He discussed staying updated on telecom industry regulations and leveraging this knowledge within the company. Additionally, Sefraoui highlighted the partnership with UM6P and offered a glimpse into future updates.

During the Huawei Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF) 2023, the concept of small box, big power and bigger business was presented via the LampSite solution.

In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Peeyush Singh, MD, Telcovas Solutions, provided valuable insights into the company's role in the digital transformation of communication service providers and detailed the specific solutions aimed at improving customer experience. Additionally, he discussed the pivotal role played by Telcovas' services in boosting revenue for communication service providers through the application of diverse technologies such as IoT and AI.

During the Broadband Africa Forum 2023, Telecom Review conducted an interview with Gary Lu, President of Network Marketing and Solutions Sales at Huawei. The host, Mathew Reed, Chief Analyst of Service Provider Markets at Omdia, led a discussion on broadband development in Africa, all-optical development in Africa, and other interesting topics.

During the 17^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, Fadi Pharaon, President for MEA & Africa at Ericsson, shared insights into Ericsson’s strategic initiatives to address the market, the rapidly advancing technological landscape concerning 5G and 6G, and the company’s successes in 2023.

In the ever-evolving world of telecommunications, the race towards 5G technology has become the central focus for industry leaders and innovators. At the heart of this transformation are the concepts of GigaGreen, that seek to revolutionize the way we experience 5G connectivity. Fang Xiang, Vice President of Huawei's Wireless Network Product Line, sat down for an exclusive interview with Telecom Review to discuss the company's groundbreaking all bands evolution to 5G and the next-gen GigaGreen series of solutions designed to build best 5G networks.

Smangele Nkosi, GM, Cisco South Africa, gave an exclusive interview with Telecom Review Africa. The discussion revolved around Cisco's role in Africa's digital transformation and the significance of connectivity. Nkosi delved into projected statistics for mobile subscribers and 5G connections by 2025. Additionally, she highlighted how innovation and entrepreneurship contribute to Africa's digital economy, providing specific examples of start-ups and initiatives.

With regards to the slow roll out of 5G in the European Union (EU) and the transition to 5.5G impacting industries and societies at large, Professor Peter Sachsenmeier, a Fellow of German National Academy of Science and Engineering, shared with Telecom Review his insights during Huawei’s Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF) 2023.