An end-of-year reflection for regulators, policymakers, and digital economy leaders As the year draws to a close, regulators and governments around the world are doing what this season naturally invites: taking stock: What worked? What did not? Which realities can…
The rise of AI-driven compliance and oversight Across the developing world, governments and regulators are embracing Regulatory Technology (RegTech) and Government Technology (GovTech) to enhance transparency and accountability, and foster compliance. Whether it’s tracking telecom revenues, digitizing citizen identity systems,…
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,…
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 accelerates across Africa, regulators must shift from static checks to…
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 in digital identity adoption, particularly across the fintech, banking, telecom,…
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 payment in the past year. Close behind are Ghana (63.7%),…
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 challenges, e-invoicing offers a solution that streamlines operations, enhances revenue…
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, but much of it remains siloed, limiting oversight, compliance enforcement,…
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 power of technology in empowering women, particularly in low- and…
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 of governments and regulators in an ever-changing digital world. In…
