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MTN’s CTIO on AI for Africa

By Ray Le Maistre

Jul 2, 2026

Charles Molapisi, CTIO, MTN

Talking to TelecomTV during the recent DTW Ignite 2026 event in Copenhagen, Charles Molapisi, chief technology and information officer (CTIO) at pan-African operator MTN, discusses the impact of sovereignty and AI on Africa and the emergence of ‘data embassies’ on the continent, outlines the three pillars of MTN’s strategy, and more.

Recorded June 2026

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