Ericsson to showcase technological innovations at MWC Kigali 2025
13 October 2025
Ericsson is participating at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2025, scheduled to take place from October 21-23, 2025, in Rwanda, under the theme “What's next for Africa” at its partner’s booth.
Reaffirming its long-term commitment to Africa’s digital transformation, Ericsson will showcase how advanced connectivity, energy-efficient solutions, and financial inclusion technologies are driving growth, innovation, and inclusivity across the continent. Experts from Ericsson will participate in the event to engage and discuss with industry partners and customers to drive innovation across Africa’s evolving technology ecosystem.
Find out more From Connectivity to Capability: Powering Africa's Next Digital Leap
13 October 2025
Alain Maupin, Head of Ericsson East and North Africa
Africa is at a pivotal digital inflection point. Mobile broadband continues to expand swiftly, and early-stage 5G rollouts are gaining traction across the continent.
Yet, connectivity is just the beginning – the real impact lies in how it powers capability across society: remote healthcare, digital education, financial inclusion, e-government services and tech-driven entrepreneurship. Africa's next chapter will not be defined merely by the number of connected users or towers built. It will be defined by the capabilities those connections unlock from education and healthcare to entrepreneurship and governance. As governments and societies strive for inclusive growth, telecommunications operators are evolving into technology providers, reshaping economies and redefining digital potential. This transformation is not just possible – it is already happening, driven by strategic vision, localised innovation and purposeful collaboration.
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