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Regulation Before Technology: Building the Foundation for Effective Digital Oversight
Digital platforms can help regulators gain better visibility into rapidly evolving sectors. However, technology can only create lasting value when it is supported by a clear regulatory foundation. Before data can be collected, reconciled, analysed, or used to support regulatory action, the authority needs appropriate rules, clearly defined responsibilities, and effective governance arrangements. This is…
From Telecom Traffic to Digital Transactions: Why Regulatory Oversight Must Evolve for Africa’s Mobile Money Economy
Africa leads the world in mobile money innovation. But regulatory oversight frameworks are still largely designed for voice calls and SMS traffic. For more than a decade, telecom revenue monitoring…
Digital Sovereignty in Developing Economies: From Principle to Practice
As digital transformation accelerates across the African continent, one priority has become central to national development strategies: sovereignty. Sovereignty over data, over infrastructure, over technology, and ultimately over the digital…
From Data Collection to Data Intelligence: Rethinking Compliance Architecture
The end of “Data for Data’s Sake” Across the world—and especially in Africa—regulators and governments are collecting more data than at any other point in history. Telecom traffic, mobile money…
Global Voice Group contribution to the 2026 Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) Best Practice Guidelines
As digital markets become more complex, traditional regulatory models are no longer sufficient. In its contribution to the 2026 Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR), Global Voice Group argues for a transition from static, rule-based oversight to data-driven, outcome-oriented governance. The paper highlights the importance of real-time observability, sovereign data infrastructures, automated compliance systems, and cross-border…
Celebrating Women’s Day 2025: Bridging the Gender Gap Through Financial Inclusion and Mobile Connectivity
On March 8th, we celebrated International Women’s Day 2025, a moment to honor the resilience, ingenuity, and untapped potential of women worldwide. At Global Voice Group, we recognize the transformative…
Global Voice Group at the Forefront of Key Trends at Mobile World Congress 2025
Global Voice Group (GVG) is at the forefront of the groundbreaking trends that will shape Mobile World Congress 2025, demonstrating its ability to anticipate and respond to the evolving needs…
The crucial Role of Regulation and Compliance in the African Gambling Industry
Africa’s online gambling market is expanding rapidly, driven by increasing internet access, affordable smartphones, and a young, entertainment-seeking population. According to Statista, the industry is projected to reach a market…
GVG at GSR-25: Strengthening Digital Trust and Regulation
Global Voice Group (GVG) had the privilege of participating in the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-25), hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 31 August to 3 September 2025. This prestigious forum brought together regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts from around the world to address the most pressing regulatory…
An expert’s perspective on the African remittance market in a pandemic context
Francine Dove, Project Manager at DMA Global Ltd, a company based in the UK and with an office in Ghana, is a specialist in remittances and diaspora affairs. We have…
“Digital sovereignty is a geopolitical issue”
Yannick Yamdjeu, a graduate engineer of the École Centrale (France), began his career as a data scientist at Rotschild before becoming an AI and finance manager in banking and insurance…
Challenges and Achievements in Equatorial Guinea’s Telecom Industry
We are happy to welcome to our blog Cándido Muatetema Baita, General Director at ORTEL, the telecom regulatory body in Equatorial Guinea, close to his first anniversary in this new…
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Regulation Before Technology: Building the Foundation for Effective Digital Oversight
Digital platforms can help regulators gain better visibility into rapidly evolving sectors. However, technology can only create lasting value when it is supported by a clear regulatory foundation. Before data can be collected, reconciled, analysed, or used to support regulatory action, the authority needs appropriate rules, clearly defined responsibilities, and effective governance arrangements. This is…
Transaction Monitoring: The New Frontier in Anti-Fraud Regulation
Global Voice Group’s Perspective — Spotlight on Africa In today’s digital economy, transaction monitoring is no longer a back-office compliance task—it’s a frontline defense against financial crime. As digital finance…
Shaping Africa’s Digital Identity with KYC
Is Africa on the brink of a KYC revolution? With 110 million identity verification checks conducted in 2024 alone, the momentum is undeniable. The continent is witnessing an unprecedented acceleration…
🌍Compliance in the Digital Payments Era: Challenges and Progress in Africa
The digital payments landscape in Africa is evolving rapidly. As of 2025, Kenya and South Africa lead the continent, with 75.8% and 70.5% of adults, respectively, having made a digital…
Unlocking the Power of E-Invoicing in Africa
The digital transformation of financial operations is accelerating worldwide, and e-invoicing stands at the forefront of this revolution. In Africa, where tax evasion, administrative inefficiencies, and limited financial transparency pose…
Unified Data Integration: Empowering Telecom, Fintech, and Gambling with Actionable Insights
In today’s interconnected digital economy, regulatory authorities and governments face increasing challenges in monitoring and governing telecommunications, fintech, and gambling sectors effectively. These industries generate vast amounts of data daily,…
Celebrating Women’s Day 2025: Bridging the Gender Gap Through Financial Inclusion and Mobile Connectivity
On March 8th, we celebrated International Women’s Day 2025, a moment to honor the resilience, ingenuity, and untapped potential of women worldwide. At Global Voice Group, we recognize the transformative…
Global Voice Group at the Forefront of Key Trends at Mobile World Congress 2025
Global Voice Group (GVG) is at the forefront of the groundbreaking trends that will shape Mobile World Congress 2025, demonstrating its ability to anticipate and respond to the evolving needs…
What does the RegTech universe have in store for us in 2025?
As we move through early 2025, the Regulatory Technology (RegTech) sector is already showing significant growth and innovation, transforming how governments and regulatory bodies handle compliance. Leveraging advanced technologies like…
2024: A Year of Impact, Innovation, and Growth at Global Voice Group
As we close the chapter on 2024, Global Voice Group (GVG) reflects on a transformative year filled with milestones that have solidified our position as a leader in regulatory technology.…
Regulation Before Technology: Building the Foundation for Effective Digital Oversight
From Telecom Traffic to Digital Transactions: Why Regulatory Oversight Must Evolve for Africa’s Mobile Money Economy
Africa leads the world in mobile money innovation. But regulatory oversight frameworks are still largely designed for voice calls and SMS traffic. For more than a decade, telecom revenue monitoring…
Digital Sovereignty in Developing Economies: From Principle to Practice
As digital transformation accelerates across the African continent, one priority has become central to national development strategies: sovereignty. Sovereignty over data, over infrastructure, over technology, and ultimately over the digital…
From Data Collection to Data Intelligence: Rethinking Compliance Architecture
The end of “Data for Data’s Sake” Across the world—and especially in Africa—regulators and governments are collecting more data than at any other point in history. Telecom traffic, mobile money…
Global Voice Group contribution to the 2026 Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) Best Practice Guidelines
Unlocking the Power of E-Invoicing in Africa
The digital transformation of financial operations is accelerating worldwide, and e-invoicing stands at the forefront of this revolution. In Africa, where tax evasion, administrative inefficiencies, and limited financial transparency pose…
Celebrating Women’s Day 2025: Bridging the Gender Gap Through Financial Inclusion and Mobile Connectivity
On March 8th, we celebrated International Women’s Day 2025, a moment to honor the resilience, ingenuity, and untapped potential of women worldwide. At Global Voice Group, we recognize the transformative…
Global Voice Group at the Forefront of Key Trends at Mobile World Congress 2025
Global Voice Group (GVG) is at the forefront of the groundbreaking trends that will shape Mobile World Congress 2025, demonstrating its ability to anticipate and respond to the evolving needs…
RegTech Africa’s 2025 Vision: Advancing Regulatory Technology and Forging New Partnerships
“There are several battle fronts to turn a country into a digital nation”
Luis Alberto Powell, Director of Telecommunications for ASEP in Panama gives us an accurate overview of the reality that the country and, more specifically, its telecommunications sector, are experiencing in…
An expert’s perspective on the African remittance market in a pandemic context
Francine Dove, Project Manager at DMA Global Ltd, a company based in the UK and with an office in Ghana, is a specialist in remittances and diaspora affairs. We have…
“Digital sovereignty is a geopolitical issue”
Yannick Yamdjeu, a graduate engineer of the École Centrale (France), began his career as a data scientist at Rotschild before becoming an AI and finance manager in banking and insurance…
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Regulation Before Technology: Building the Foundation for Effective Digital Oversight
Digital platforms can help regulators gain better visibility into rapidly evolving sectors. However, technology can only create lasting value when it is supported by a clear regulatory foundation. Before data can be collected, reconciled, analysed, or used to support regulatory action, the authority needs appropriate rules, clearly defined responsibilities, and effective governance arrangements. This is…
Transaction Monitoring: The New Frontier in Anti-Fraud Regulation
Global Voice Group’s Perspective — Spotlight on Africa In today’s digital economy, transaction monitoring is no longer a back-office compliance task—it’s a frontline defense against financial crime. As digital finance…
Shaping Africa’s Digital Identity with KYC
Is Africa on the brink of a KYC revolution? With 110 million identity verification checks conducted in 2024 alone, the momentum is undeniable. The continent is witnessing an unprecedented acceleration…
🌍Compliance in the Digital Payments Era: Challenges and Progress in Africa
The digital payments landscape in Africa is evolving rapidly. As of 2025, Kenya and South Africa lead the continent, with 75.8% and 70.5% of adults, respectively, having made a digital…
Unlocking the Power of E-Invoicing in Africa
The digital transformation of financial operations is accelerating worldwide, and e-invoicing stands at the forefront of this revolution. In Africa, where tax evasion, administrative inefficiencies, and limited financial transparency pose…
Unified Data Integration: Empowering Telecom, Fintech, and Gambling with Actionable Insights
In today’s interconnected digital economy, regulatory authorities and governments face increasing challenges in monitoring and governing telecommunications, fintech, and gambling sectors effectively. These industries generate vast amounts of data daily,…
Celebrating Women’s Day 2025: Bridging the Gender Gap Through Financial Inclusion and Mobile Connectivity
On March 8th, we celebrated International Women’s Day 2025, a moment to honor the resilience, ingenuity, and untapped potential of women worldwide. At Global Voice Group, we recognize the transformative…
Global Voice Group at the Forefront of Key Trends at Mobile World Congress 2025
Global Voice Group (GVG) is at the forefront of the groundbreaking trends that will shape Mobile World Congress 2025, demonstrating its ability to anticipate and respond to the evolving needs…
What does the RegTech universe have in store for us in 2025?
As we move through early 2025, the Regulatory Technology (RegTech) sector is already showing significant growth and innovation, transforming how governments and regulatory bodies handle compliance. Leveraging advanced technologies like…
2024: A Year of Impact, Innovation, and Growth at Global Voice Group
As we close the chapter on 2024, Global Voice Group (GVG) reflects on a transformative year filled with milestones that have solidified our position as a leader in regulatory technology.…
