RASCOM D-G holds high-level meeting with telecom industry leaders at MWC 2025

On the sidelines of Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC2025) in Barcelona, Spain, the Director-General of the Regional African Satellite Communications Organization (RASCOM), Timothy Ashong has engaged in high-level discussions with key African leaders and global satellite technology stakeholders to advance Africa’s satellite communications and digital infrastructure. These meetings underscored RASCOM’s unwavering commitment to bridging the digital divide, enhancing connectivity, and positioning Africa as a leader in the global space ecosystem.

Among the notable engagements were discussions with Hon. Samuel Nartey George, Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, and Hon. Rose Pola Pricemou, Guinea’s Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy. These conversations highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships and collaborative innovation in driving Africa’s digital transformation.

As the head of RASCOM, Timothy Ashong is at the forefront of efforts to revolutionize satellite communications in Africa. At MWC2025, he has been actively engaging with global leaders in space and satellite technology to forge partnerships that will propel Africa’s satellite communications (satcom) capabilities to new heights. A pivotal meeting with the CEO of Eutelsat, a leading global satellite operator, underscored RASCOM’s determination to lead Africa’s satcom strategy and ensure robust, high-quality connectivity across the continent.

“Our mission is clear: to harness the power of satellite technology to bridge the digital divide and empower communities, businesses, and nations across Africa,” said Timothy Ashong. “Through strategic collaborations and innovative solutions, we are committed to building a connected Africa that is a key player in the global space ecosystem.”

The discussions with Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, and Guinea’s Minister of Posts, Hon. Rose Pola Pricemou, focused on the critical role of satellite communications in advancing digital infrastructure and fostering socio-economic development. Both ministers emphasized the need for affordable, reliable, and widespread connectivity to unlock Africa’s full potential.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye