May/June 2020
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As Africa's digital landscape grows, cybersecurity becomes increasingly vital. Mary Kambo, a Certified Cybersecurity Engineer, is leading efforts to create opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in the field. In this exclusive interview with Telecom Review, she discusses the importance of capacity building, breaking barriers in education, ethical AI integration, and the power of mentorship in shaping Africa’s future cybersecurity workforce. Through her work and experiences, Mary advocates for a more inclusive and diverse cybersecurity industry.
As Africa’s digital landscape evolves, cloud services are spurring growth and innovation. Shalini Boodhooa, Alliance & Partnerships Manager at MTN, provides insight into cloud adoption, essential cybersecurity measures, and the effects of regulatory frameworks. She also addresses challenges women face in the ICT industry, such as gender bias and mentorship gaps, and assesses initiatives to support women in tech. Boodhooa highlights the crucial role of community and networking in enhancing support for women in the field.
In an exclusive interview, Peter Ndegwa, Chief Executive Officer at Safaricom shares insights on navigating market challenges, future advancements in M-PESA, expansion plans beyond Kenya, support for local tech startups, and the company’s commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.