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As we step into 2025, the telecom landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa presents both significant opportunities and challenges. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Rajiv Aggarwal, Head of Sales, Sub-Saharan Africa, Cloud & Network Services at Nokia, reflects on key takeaways from 2024, the growing role of automation and AI, the escalating importance of security, and the trends set to shape the telecom industry in 2025. His insights offer a roadmap for navigating this rapidly evolving market.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is at the forefront of innovation and global digital transformation, delivering next-generation digital services to enterprises and consumers. du, one of the country’s leading telecom and digital service providers, has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the 5G Advanced innovation and UAE’s digital landscape.

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During a recent meeting, Doreen Bogdan-Martin, the Director of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Development Bureau, expressed her appreciation to President Abdul Fatah al-Sisi for his country's longstanding dedication to the ITU. The meeting also highlighted Egypt's role in hosting the Global Symposium for Regulators, a significant event for the telecommunications industry. The discussions centered around President al-Sisi's Vision 2030, the empowerment of women and youth, the importance of connectivity in the "Haya Karima" (Decent Life Initiative), and the collaborative efforts required to advance a trusted and sustainable #DigitalFutureForAll.

Doreen Bogdan-Martin acknowledged President al-Sisi's deep-rooted commitment to the ITU and expressed gratitude for Egypt's role in hosting the Global Symposium for Regulators, a testament to the country's involvement in the telecommunications sector.

Gender and youth empowerment emerged as crucial topics during the discussions. Both parties explored ways to promote greater participation and representation of women and youth in the digital landscape, recognizing the importance of inclusivity and equal opportunities.

The discussions underscored the importance of working together to develop innovative solutions and implement policy frameworks that ensure equitable distribution of the benefits of digital transformation among nations and communities.

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