7th Edition Connected Africa Summit 2026

Get ready to attend the 7th Edition Connected Africa Summit 2026, scheduled for 15 October 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme “Driving Africa’s Telecom Shift to Digital Platforms and Next-Gen Infrastructure,” the summit will bring together telecom leaders, regulators, digital innovators, infrastructure providers, cloud experts, cybersecurity specialists, and enterprise decision-makers to explore Africa’s next chapter of connectivity. The event will focus on helpful strategies for creating a safe and connected digital economy, from 5G and fibre networks to AI, cloud computing, edge technology, IoT, digital identity, and fintech-telco convergence.

Organised By

The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is a global event organiser that creates strategic partnerships, conferences and high-value networking opportunities for business and technology leaders.

Summit Highlights

• Next-generation telecom and digital infrastructure
• 5G, fibre, cloud, AI, and edge-computing innovation
• Cybersecurity, digital trust, and resilience
• Fintech-telco collaboration and financial inclusion

Why Attend Connected Africa Summit 2026?

• Meet key decision-makers in the digital economy and telecom.
• Learn practical methods for modernizing networks.
• Establish partnerships with the government, banking, cloud, and telecom industries.
• Explore automated and AI-powered network solutions.
• Gain insights into Africa’s evolving digital ecosystem.
• Unlock new B2B growth and investment opportunities.

What to Expect

• Executive-level discussions and industry insights
• Strategic networking and structured B2B meetings
• Technology showcases and innovation-led conversations
• Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026
• Cross-sector collaboration shaping Africa’s digital future

Featured Speakers

• Hon. Solly Malatsi – Minister, Department of Communications & Digital Technologies
• Jason Mwanza – CEO, Zamtel Zambia
• Nikos Angelopoulos – Ex Group CIO, MTN
• Hendri Boshoff – General Manager: Cloud Centre of Excellence, MTN

Participate in the discussion about next-generation connectivity, telecom innovation, and Africa's digital transformation.