GSMA Sub-Saharan Africa team engages with Ethiopian stakeholders to drive digital transformation

The GSMA Sub-Saharan Africa team has recently conducted a series of engagements in Ethiopia, meeting with key stakeholders to discuss strategies for driving digital transformation in the country. The team, led by Kamal Tamawa, held a spectrum workshop with the Ethiopia Communication Authority, ethio telecom, the Ministry of Information Technology (MINT), and the Ministr https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC9GOfhl2f8y of Finance.

The workshop focused on licensing, pricing, and 5G deployment strategies, with the goal of identifying opportunities to enhance the country's digital landscape. Additionally, Caroline Mbugua, HSC, delivered a workshop on the Universal Service Fund, exploring connectivity challenges and strategies for rural areas.

Ethiopia is one of the countries selected by the GSMA to undertake a study on digitalization, and the organization is committed to working closely with relevant stakeholders to drive digital transformation. By engaging with key stakeholders and sharing expertise, the GSMA aims to support Ethiopia's efforts to develop a vibrant digital economy and improve connectivity for its citizens.

These workshops demonstrate the GSMA's commitment to collaboration and knowledge-sharing, and highlight the importance of working together to achieve digital transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa. By leveraging global expertise and local insights, the GSMA is helping to shape the future of digital technologies in Ethiopia and beyond.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye