From Coverage to Capability: Moving Beyond Access to Digital Productivity
DATE & TIME:
April 21, 2026 12:15 pm - 12:55 pm
LOCATION:
As Africa accelerates its digital transformation, satellite communications are no longer a standalone solution but a critical layer within converging terrestrial, non-terrestrial, and hybrid networks. Satellites are now the key to shaping how African countries extend coverage, improve service reliability, and close persistent connectivity gaps.
This session will examine how satellite operators, mobile network operators, and governments are redefining their roles in a rapidly evolving communications landscape. Panellists will explore the commercial models, regulatory frameworks, and partnership structures needed to scale satellite-enabled connectivity across diverse African markets, while addressing spectrum coordination, licensing, affordability, national digital strategies, and infrastructure sovereignty.
Discussions will focus on how hybrid network architectures can support universal access goals, strengthen network resilience, and unlock new use cases across public services, enterprise connectivity, and underserved communities.
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