KINSHASA, DRC – May 5, 2026 — Airtel Africa plc has intensified calls for policy reforms across the continent, urging governments to prioritise the telecommunications sector as a core driver of economic growth and digital transformation.
The call was made by Daddy Mukadi, Chief Regulatory Officer of Airtel Africa and Chair of the GSMA Africa Policy Group, during the inaugural États Généraux du Secteur des Postes et Télécommunications held in Kinshasa. The high-level forum, attended by H.E. President Félix Tshisekedi, focused on shaping a strategic roadmap for the country’s digital and telecommunications future.
Telecoms: From Support Function to Economic Pillar
Mukadi emphasised that telecommunications should no longer be viewed as a secondary or support sector, but rather as a central pillar of economic development.
“The telecoms sector can no longer be considered merely as a support sector. It is now a core sector,” he stated, highlighting its critical role across industries such as finance, healthcare, transport, and security.
His remarks reflect a broader shift in how digital infrastructure is being positioned within Africa’s economic agenda—moving from an enabler to a foundation for growth and innovation.


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