MTN Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating digital transformation across the continent, serving as headline sponsor at the recent Tech Revolution Africa conference. The event convened innovators, startups, enterprise leaders, and technology stakeholders to explore strategies for cloud adoption, inclusive innovation, and Africa’s evolving digital economy.
In his keynote address, Shoyinka Shodunke, Executive, MTN Group – IT Core Design & Delivery, set the tone for discussions by outlining the strategic importance of cloud infrastructure in driving enterprise transformation and positioning Africa for long-term digital growth. He emphasized the need for scalable, secure, and locally relevant technology solutions to power businesses across sectors.
Panel sessions throughout the conference examined critical themes shaping the continent’s technology landscape. Speakers addressed the role of artificial intelligence in accelerating industrial growth, underscoring the importance of intentional inclusion to ensure widespread adoption across industries. Conversations also focused on fintech innovation, with experts outlining strategies to scale digital financial services for the next billion users in emerging markets.
A dedicated session on Women in Tech and Inclusive Innovation highlighted MTN’s Y’ello Moms initiative, a program designed to empower mothers and promote greater representation of women in leadership and decision-making roles within the technology ecosystem.
MTN executives, including senior leaders across enterprise development, IT service management, marketing, network services, and architecture, contributed insights on building resilient digital infrastructure and enabling business growth through cloud solutions. The company also demonstrated its MTN Cloud platform, showcasing the benefits of local cloud infrastructure for enterprises seeking improved efficiency, data sovereignty, and operational flexibility.
The conference concluded with a shared call for collaboration among public and private sector stakeholders to strengthen Africa’s digital ecosystem. MTN Nigeria reiterated its commitment to fostering partnerships and delivering enterprise solutions that support innovation, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth across the continent.