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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 experiences of citizens. What was once a political concept is now an operational one. Across developing economies, digital platforms are expanding faster than regulatory capacity.…
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,…
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…
The Deep Dive into GVG’s Big Data Solution
Discover how GVG's Big Data Solution is transforming the way businesses manage and analyze large volumes of data. In this episode, we explore the advantages of scalability, efficient data processing,…
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 transactions, tax declarations, online platforms—all of these generate enormous amounts of information every second. Yet, despite this wealth of data, enforcement gaps, revenue leakage, and…
Women in Tech: Pioneering Lasting Change
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is the driving force behind modern society, fueling innovation, economic growth, and global connectivity. It is transforming industries and revolutionizing the way we live, work,…
Business Intelligence as a Catalyzer for Economic Growth in Africa
In 2024, many African countries are projected to see significant economic growth despite ongoing challenges. According to the African Development Bank, the continent's overall GDP growth is expected to average…
GSR-24: Regulation for Impact in Kampala
Data-driven technology is shaping the landscape to ensure digital inclusion in emerging economies. With such a rapidly evolving pace , there are significant differences among countries and continents when it…
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…
Digital identities in the context of the Covid-19 crisis
Kalev Pihl, expert in PKI solutions and identity management and CEO at SK ID Solutions AS, answers 5 questions about relevance of digital identities in the global context of the…
Regulation: The Cornerstone of Financial Inclusion in Africa
The mobile payment sector requires substantial investments, both in terms of infrastructure and equity. A clear regulatory framework is key to attracting new players, who aren't as numerous in the…
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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 experiences of citizens. What was once a political concept is now an operational one. Across developing economies, digital platforms are expanding faster than regulatory capacity.…
Business Intelligence as a Catalyzer for Economic Growth in Africa
In 2024, many African countries are projected to see significant economic growth despite ongoing challenges. According to the African Development Bank, the continent's overall GDP growth is expected to average…
GSR-24: Regulation for Impact in Kampala
Data-driven technology is shaping the landscape to ensure digital inclusion in emerging economies. With such a rapidly evolving pace , there are significant differences among countries and continents when it…
Convergence is the future of data intelligence
“Data is at the center of the digital economy”. This statement was made by Global Voice Group’s CEO, James Claude, at the 4th edition of ANGOTIC, Angola’s International Information and…
Leveraging MPD for policy, statistics and sustainability
In today's digitally interconnected world, the pervasive use of mobile devices has led to vast amounts of data being exchanged on telecommunication networks. This data, which includes mobile positioning data…
Bridging the data trust gap in the financial ecosystem in Africa
With 219 million active Mobile Money accounts in 2022, Africa is leading the world in adopting digital financial services (DFS). However, the growth of these services has led to an…
Harnessing transformative technologies in Africa for regulatory impact: challenges and opportunities
At the Africa Investment Forum 2023, experts recommended harnessing transformative technologies in Africa to stimulate economic growth. However, transformative technology requires transformative governance. Regulatory authorities therefore need to stay abreast…
Supporting development financing in Africa
Africa keeps on working towards the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). However, with only 15% of targets currently on track, the continent risks not achieving the 2030 agenda.…
Three game-changing financial transaction monitoring technologies in Africa
Africa loses approximately 88.6 billion USD annually due to illicit financial flows, according to a 2022 UNCTAD report. This sum is equivalent to 3.7% of the continent’s GDP. Examples of…
Four ways to balance telecom innovation and security in Africa
The telecommunications sector is one of the pillars of the digital transformation in Africa. Its rapid expansion has led to a considerable increase in the number of devices and data-driven…
Digital Sovereignty in Developing Economies: From Principle to Practice
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…
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,…
From Data Collection to Data Intelligence: Rethinking Compliance Architecture
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…
SDG Digital GameChangers Awards – Recognizing M3’s Role in Africa’s Financial Transformation
The world faces unprecedented challenges, from climate change and poverty to inequality and the need for sustainable economic growth. As these issues become increasingly complex, so does the need for…
Women in Tech: Pioneering Lasting Change
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is the driving force behind modern society, fueling innovation, economic growth, and global connectivity. It is transforming industries and revolutionizing the way we live, work,…
RegTech Africa’s 2025 Vision: Advancing Regulatory Technology and Forging New Partnerships
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…
Digital identities in the context of the Covid-19 crisis
Kalev Pihl, expert in PKI solutions and identity management and CEO at SK ID Solutions AS, answers 5 questions about relevance of digital identities in the global context of the…
Regulation: The Cornerstone of Financial Inclusion in Africa
The mobile payment sector requires substantial investments, both in terms of infrastructure and equity. A clear regulatory framework is key to attracting new players, who aren't as numerous in the…
Featured Post
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 experiences of citizens. What was once a political concept is now an operational one. Across developing economies, digital platforms are expanding faster than regulatory capacity.…
Business Intelligence as a Catalyzer for Economic Growth in Africa
In 2024, many African countries are projected to see significant economic growth despite ongoing challenges. According to the African Development Bank, the continent's overall GDP growth is expected to average…
GSR-24: Regulation for Impact in Kampala
Data-driven technology is shaping the landscape to ensure digital inclusion in emerging economies. With such a rapidly evolving pace , there are significant differences among countries and continents when it…
Convergence is the future of data intelligence
“Data is at the center of the digital economy”. This statement was made by Global Voice Group’s CEO, James Claude, at the 4th edition of ANGOTIC, Angola’s International Information and…
Leveraging MPD for policy, statistics and sustainability
In today's digitally interconnected world, the pervasive use of mobile devices has led to vast amounts of data being exchanged on telecommunication networks. This data, which includes mobile positioning data…
Bridging the data trust gap in the financial ecosystem in Africa
With 219 million active Mobile Money accounts in 2022, Africa is leading the world in adopting digital financial services (DFS). However, the growth of these services has led to an…
Harnessing transformative technologies in Africa for regulatory impact: challenges and opportunities
At the Africa Investment Forum 2023, experts recommended harnessing transformative technologies in Africa to stimulate economic growth. However, transformative technology requires transformative governance. Regulatory authorities therefore need to stay abreast…
Supporting development financing in Africa
Africa keeps on working towards the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). However, with only 15% of targets currently on track, the continent risks not achieving the 2030 agenda.…
Three game-changing financial transaction monitoring technologies in Africa
Africa loses approximately 88.6 billion USD annually due to illicit financial flows, according to a 2022 UNCTAD report. This sum is equivalent to 3.7% of the continent’s GDP. Examples of…
Four ways to balance telecom innovation and security in Africa
The telecommunications sector is one of the pillars of the digital transformation in Africa. Its rapid expansion has led to a considerable increase in the number of devices and data-driven…
