Digital Economy
Frehiwot Tamru, CEO of Ethio telecom, has warned that Africa could face a 30-year delay in digital progress without a comprehensive policy overhaul. Speaking at the GSMA Ministerial Roundtable in Barcelona, she criticized fragmented approaches to connectivity issues. She called for an integrated strategy to address the continent's digital divide.
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William Sutanto, CEO of Indodax, has been selected for Fortune Indonesia's 40 Under 40 list in 2026 for his contributions to the crypto industry. This recognition highlights Indodax's position as a market leader in Indonesia's digital assets sector. Sutanto stresses trust as the core foundation of the industry.
Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria states that technological independence is a form of modern nationalism. The struggle to maintain national sovereignty has shifted to the digital realm. He emphasizes the importance of building a digital ecosystem to achieve this.
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A new report warns that South Africa's thriving e-commerce sector could falter without coordinated policies, potentially turning the country into a hub for foreign warehouses rather than local factories. The sector has grown rapidly, but challenges like foreign competition and digital exclusion threaten its benefits. Experts call for urgent action to harness the digital economy for national growth.