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Telecom Executive Insights: Join us for conversations with leaders and industry experts from around the world, exploring innovation, digital transformation, AI, and the technologies shaping the future of telecom and tech. Gain practical insights, strategic perspectives, and stories from the executives driving change in the industry.
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Webinar: Global Wholesale Telco in the AI Era 13.08.2026 46mGlobal Wholesale Telco Industry in the AI & Digital Transformation Era• 5G & AI Infrastructure Expansion - over 30 operators across Africa are rolling out 5G services.• Digital Economy Growth ( Fintech, e-commerce, and digital services drove 80% telecom sector growth, adding $30B+ to the regional GDP)• Regulatory Developments ( WATRA is harmonizing telecom regulations to foster integration and attract investment.Moderator: Erik van StokkomPanelists:Javier Mariscal, VP Africa, BTSEsther Kamulali, Manager Strategic Government Infrastructure - NICTBB Tanzania, Tanzania Telecommunications CorporationMarlene Centeio, Head Of Department For Operator Relations, CV TelecomSamba Khonte Coulibaly, Director Of Program In Charge Of International Strategic Relations Within Sonatel Wholesale & International, Sonatel Group -
Webinar: Digital Powerhouse 13.08.2026 1hDigital Powerhouse: Building a Unified AI and Data Governance Framework Across Portuguese-Speaking Nations - interoperability, regulation, and cross-border digital ecosystems - sponsored by OEID cloud sovereignty data sharing frameworks digital public infrastructure cross-border investment innovation corridors (Brazil–Portugal–Africa) Human-Centric AI in Lusophony: Aligning Ethics, Regulation, and Innovation Across BordersAI ethics Dinohelder Cabrall, SI/IT Director, CV TelecomJorge Andrade Santos, Head Of International Wholesale, MEO Wholesale SolutionsSergio Pozuelo, Global Commercial Director, Angola CablesLuís Manuel Brás Bernardino, President, OEIDAlec Pereira, Founder & Principal Consultant, Tyto Alba Consulting -
Webinar: Innovative Models for Future Cable Demand 13.08.2026 38mInnovative Business and Investment Approaches to Address the evolving Future Digital Requirements of Cables - sponsored by CVTelecom • Fresh investment & financing opportunities in response to the growing demands of submarine markets• Latest Developments in the cross-boarder connectivity project driving growth in the region • The impact of large-scale M&A activities on achieving substantial and sustainable growth• Meeting the requirements of the evolving submarine market landscapeModerator: Erik van Stokkom Panelists:Jairson Almeida, Head Of Planning And Management Control, CV TelecomZakariaa Edouieb, Business Development Executive, CANARIAS SUBMARINE LINKSamba Khonte Coulibaly, Director Of Program In Charge Of International Strategic Relations Within Sonatel Wholesale & International, Sonatel GroupVlad Ihora, SVP Global Sales, Ellalink -
Webinar: Is West Africa Ready for Its First Full Cloud Region? 13.08.2026 1h 6mIS WEST AFRICA READY FOR ITS FIRST FULL CLOUD REGION?- What traffic thresholds and interconnection density are required for a full cloud region?- How do infrastructure gaps - multi‑AZ data centers, power reliability, fibre diversity - impact readiness?- What policy and data residency frameworks will attract hyperscalers?This panel will define requirements and outline a roadmap for West Africa to become the next hyperscale cloud destination.Moderator: Eric van StokkomKeynote: Virgilio Alves, Head Of Sales, Angola CablesPanelists: Ricardo Jorge Viana Juvandes Dias, Director Business Development, NetceedBabacar NIANG, Head Of Strategy, Sénégal NumériqueAirton Semedo, Director Of B2B & International Business, CV TelecomJeremy Sigismeau, Head Of Operations, MGIAdnane Ben Halima, VP Of Huawei Northern Africa In Charge Of Public Relation -
Webinar: The Regional AI-powered Data Centers 13.08.2026 1h 19mThe Regional AI-powered Data Centers Landscape in Addressing Current & Future Digital Demand - sponsored by CVTelecom• How the current and future data centers are designed to fulfil the demands of subsea cable operators?• New generation of AI - powered Datacenter & AI Exchanges and how they reshape the landscape• How partnership models between subsea cable operators, data centers and internet xchanges help to meet demand and drive growthElisabeth Rodrigues Simao, Partner, Telecoms ProcurementPanelists: Achille Sarr, Africa & Middle East Director, APL Data CenterMouhamadou LAGUE, West Africa Director, Bluesun DCViviane Barbosa, Business Development Manager Southern Europe & Africa, DE-CIXDylan Carver, Account Director, AFR-IX TELECOM -
Bet on Uzbekistan 29.06.2026 17mS3E3Why Uzbekistan should be on every telco's radar for outsourcing and regional expansion with Makhliyo Muksinova, Director for Strategic Development at IT PARK Uzbekistan. The area of discussion: The unique opportunities that make Uzbekistan an attractive destination for tech and telco investments.How the country’s infrastructure, including data centers, connectivity, and energy capacity, supports innovation and AI-driven services.Talent development and initiatives aimed at preparing the workforce for advanced technology adoption. -
Digital vs legal 11.05.2026 31mS3E2The latest legal changes in the industry, its challenges and cybersecurity with Nádia da Costa Ribeiro, Partner in Andersen’s Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice. In this episode we talk about:- A regulation proposed by The Digital Networks Act- The biggest compliance gaps across Portugal and Lusophone markets right now- What legal and security obligations are companies getting wrong- Navigating the tension between EU frameworks and regulatory realities in markets like Angola or MozambiqueAnd more... -
Webinar: Global Wholesale Telecom 20.04.2026 54mListen now to webinars from London 2026 GCCM.Executive Roundtable Discussion Knowledge Sharing Panel SessionGlobal Wholesale Telecom in the AI-IoT-5G Convergence Era• Regional Market Outlooks: Challenges & Investment Horizons• Ecosystem Automation & Secure Integration• Global IoT Connectivity: Scaling Smart Everywhere• AI as a Catalyst for Wholesale EvolutionAnd more! -
Webinar: Adapting the API Arsenal 20.04.2026 45mListen now to webinars from London 2026 GCCM.Executive Roundtable Discussion Knowledge Sharing Panel SessionAdapting the API Arsenal: How Telco and CPaaS Digital Identity Must Evolve to Outsmart First- and Third-Party Fraud• How telcos and CPaaS providers can become the gatekeepers of digital identity in the era of API-driven ecosystems.• Leveraging behavioral analytics, AI, and cross-network intelligence to authenticate users without friction.• Opportunities and challenges in inter-operator collaboration and data-sharing for fraud prevention.And more! -
Webinar: Enhancing Digital Connectivity 20.04.2026 1h 7mListen now to webinars from London 2026 GCCM.Executive Round-table Panel Discussions SessionEnhancing Digital Connectivity: Strategies for Datacenters, Peering, and Cable Investments to Address Current and Future Regional Demands• Assessing the current landscape of datacenters and peering in the region, exploring challenges and opportunities to align with market demand.• Analyzing how local internet exchange peering enhances customer experience. • Planning for the next generation and forming partnerships in the digital era to accommodate future demands.And more! -
Webinar: Messaging Reimagined 20.04.2026 48mListen now to webinars from London 2026 GCCM.Messaging Reimagined: Shaping the Future of Communication Technology & Platforms.• Assessing the current landscape of datacenters and peering in the region, exploring challenges and opportunities to align with market demand.• Analyzing how local internet exchange peering enhances customer experience. • Planning for the next generation and forming partnerships in the digital era to accommodate future demands.And more! -
Who runs the internet? 13.03.2026 19mS3E1Opening episode of season three with Marco Brandstaetter, Global Program Manager for DE-CIX as a Service and what we will learn: Introduction to DE-CIX and its global presenceInsights into the Internet Exchange landscape and evolving trendsDiscussion on digital infrastructure, peering, and network transformationPerspectives on future developments and opportunities in the IX ecosystem -
Maab ElSheikh: Youth Telco Circle? 10.02.2026 23mS2E5Maab ElSheikh, Senior Solution Consultant at China Mobile International Limited will speak to Erik about her journey into the telco industry, key challenges, and development opportunities. We will learn more about the YTC (Youth Telco Circle) initiative founded by Batool Mazharali, Pashmeen Singh and our special guest Maab ElSheikh. What is the goal and who is it for? Tune in, learn more and check out the links below for more info: Useful links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/youth-telco-circle/Instagram: @ytc.globalEmail: info@youthtelco.comWhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LjvKLX0TdSw6D4qnC1zU6Y -
Ali Hussain Al Ibrahim: traffic overload? 21.01.2026 20mS2E4Ali Hussain Al Ibrahim is a Peering and Interconnection Expert at Zain Omantel International (ZOI).In this episode, we dive into the future of network peering in the Middle East and explore how the region’s connectivity landscape is evolving.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Which traffic trends in the region are still underestimated or misunderstood by most operatorsHow AI is changing peering decisions in practiceWhether the Middle East is on track to keep most traffic local, or if it will continue to function primarily as a transit region and why…and much more. Tune in and join the conversation. -
Nimisha Tailor: join the reform 12.12.2025 33mS2E3In this episode, we dive into “The Female Digital Revolution” with author and digital-transformation leader Nimisha Tailor.We explore her mission behind the book, the role women play in shaping the digital future, and how men can support it. Nimisha breaks down myths, risks, and opportunities for women in tech, from AI bias to the global impact of closing the gender digital divide. Buy her book:https://www.amazon.de/Female-Digital-Revolution-Nimisha-Tailor/dp/981514488X -
Igor Skutsenya: fraud hack 26.11.2025 24mS2E2Igor Skutsenya, Senior Business Development Manager at Lanck Telecom will talk with Erik on AI technologies, real-time alerting and actions in fraud protection. Today‘s topics covered:- What are the biggest changes you’ve seen in telecom fraud over the last 5 years and what role has AI started to play in that evolution?- Are there examples where AI-driven fraud detection has surprised you, maybe catching something a human analyst wouldn’t have?- When it comes to monetization or ROI, how can fraud management actually become a revenue enabler rather than just a cost center?- How is the telecom industry preparing for this new ‘AI-versus-AI’ kind of fraud battle?- If you could redesign telecom fraud protection from scratch using today’s tools, where would you start?- What’s one myth about telecom fraud or AI that you wish more people understood? -
Nassia Skoulikariti: why AI fails? 08.10.2025 43mS2E1Nassia Skoulikariti, founder of Apiro Data and creator of TechStage Hub, has 30 years in telecoms, IoT, AI, and emerging tech. She advises leaders on closing execution gaps, driving growth, and turning strategy into measurable impact.Known as an “organizational cleaner,” she builds systems that diagnose issues, define priorities, and scale results. And together with her we will answer the questions like:- What are the most common reasons AI pilot projects get stuck and never scale? - What differentiates companies that successfully move from AI experimentation to full deployment?- How should companies set realistic expectations for AI outcomes without falling prey to hype or disappointment?And much more... -
Malkia John: is voice safe? 10.09.2025 25mS1E5One of our most important episodes. Malkia John, Executive Director at Sauti Salama will give us more insights on:Tech for social impact Digital rights and legal protections in AfricaResponsible AI and data use Challenges and adaptations Stories of impact Learn more:https://sautisalama.org -
Uzain Jabbar: cars go cloud 21.08.2025 29mS1E4Connecting automotive software with the telecom industry is not only relevant but also increasingly strategic. The convergence of automotive and telecom is accelerating with the rise of connected vehicles, 5G, edge computing, and data monetization.In this episode we were glad to have Uzain Jabbar, Specialist Software Engineer at T-Systems, who explained a bit about cybersecurity risks and how to mitigate them in real-time communication. He also shared how OEMs are rethinking vehicle platforms to support long-term software upgrades, and from his perspective as a young professional, what he fears most in such a dynamic era of digital transformation.This conversation gave us valuable perspective. We believe Uzain was the first young guest on the CC Podcast, and it felt not only refreshing but also necessary, making us wonder: why don’t we do this more often?The future is here and it’s happening now. -
Simon Woodhead: voice is (not) dying! 09.07.2025 36mS1E3In this episode, Simon Woodhead shares almost 30-year evolution of Simwood from pioneering SMS in the '90s to building next-gen global voice infrastructure.We dive into:Why voice ≠ telephony anymoreThe “potato” that’s reshaping global telecomHow Simwood is helping operators thrive in a post-SBC worldThe real opportunities at the intersection of voice and AIIf you're in telecom, you don’t want to miss this one.
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