A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today to formalise the intentions of ITU and Korea Institute of Finance to work together with research and study into digital finance.  The use of digital finance could boost the annual GDP of emerging economies by US$ 3.7 trillion by 2025. The reliance on Fintech brings with it a need for policy and technical …

Today marked Nigeria Day, and the Nigerian Pavilion was lively with guests and media for its official opening. ITU Secretary-General, Houlin Zhao spoke warmly of the Nigerian support of ITU Telecom World events in this as well as previous years. The Nigeria Pavilion featured innovative products from SMEs and leading industry players driving the growth of Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. The …

The ITU Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) Pavilion showcased their upcoming events including WTDC in Buenos Aires and the 25th Year Celebration of the Development Sector of ITU. The Pavilion also highlighted the important work of their members including Hyundai-Motors, NTT Korea, OKI, Swisscom and Vodafone Egypt, GSMA and more. Beginning 26 September, ITU-D will be hosting daily workshops on building …

The Republic of South Africa held a press conference today to outline the opportunities for investment and development in the region.  Director General at DTPS, Mr Robert Nkuna introduced DTPS, and Minister Dr Siyabonga Cwele gave an inspirational account of the work to date to connect the unconnected.  The demand for education comes directly from those in the most rural …