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Connected Africa 2026 – 7th Edition Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards
Africa’s Premier Telecom Summit
Theme: Advancing Intelligent Banking, Security and Enterprise Digital Modernization
Date: 09 July 2026
Venue: The Venue, Houghton | Johannesburg, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa – The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces the 7th Edition of Connected Africa – Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards, set to take place on 09 July 2026 at The Venue, Houghton, Johannesburg. Recognized as Africa’s premier telecom and digital-infrastructure summit, Connected Africa 2026 will convene the continent’s most influential leaders across telecom, banking, cybersecurity, cloud, and enterprise technology to accelerate South Africa’s digital future.
As ICSA’s flagship telecom and digital-infrastructure platform, Connected Africa has consistently delivered high-impact dialogue, strategic partnerships, and market-defining insights across emerging economies. The 2026 edition builds on this legacy—bringing together policymakers, regulators, CXOs, and innovators to explore how intelligent technologies are reshaping banking, security, and enterprise modernization in South Africa.
South Africa stands at a pivotal inflection point in its digital transformation journey. With rapid advancements in 5G, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and digital finance, the nation is accelerating toward a more connected, secure, and resilient economy. Connected Africa 2026 will serve as a critical platform to examine policy direction, investment priorities, and technology adoption—aligning public and private sectors to unlock inclusive, technology-driven growth.
Key Focus Areas
Connected Africa 2026 is more than a summit—it is a strategic nexus for decision-makers shaping national and continental digital agendas. Participants gain:
A cornerstone of the 7th edition, the Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards will celebrate organizations and leaders delivering outstanding impact across network innovation, digital inclusion, security excellence, enterprise transformation, and customer experience—reinforcing Africa’s global leadership in telecom and digital infrastructure.
Connected Africa 2026 is open for:
The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is a global organization committed to advancing digital transformation, infrastructure development, and industry collaboration through high-impact conferences, executive engagements, and strategic forums across emerging markets. ICSA’s platforms connect decision-makers with technology leaders to drive measurable outcomes and long-term growth.
For Engagement & Enquiries
Tel: +44 20 3808 8625
Email: info@intercsa.com
Website: https://connected-africa.com/summit/
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