Mobex Africa Partnership Day marks decade of digital collaboration

The inaugural Mobex Africa Partnership Day was held in Accra, under the theme ‘Powering innovation through partnerships’. The event brought together policy-makers, industry leaders, development partners and tech entrepreneurs to mark ten years of Mobex Africa’s impact in advancing digital transformation across the continent.

Delivering the keynote address, Chief Executive Officer of Mobex Africa, George Spencer Quaye, underscored the critical role of partnerships in Africa’s digital future, stating: “We are gathered not merely for ceremony, but for a shared commitment to action. No single entity can transform the continent alone.”

He emphasised the importance of building alliances across government, industry and civil society to tackle pressing challenges such as infrastructure gaps, digital exclusion, regulatory constraints and capacity deficits.

Mr. Quaye highlighted several Mobex-led initiatives, including technology expos, innovation challenges, digital infrastructure projects and policy dialogues, aimed at strengthening Africa’s innovation ecosystem. He further acknowledged the enduring support of President John Dramani Mahama, whose call in 2016 for Mobex to lead Africa’s digital advocacy laid the foundation for the platform’s growth.

“We must build partnerships that are inclusive, equitable and impact-driven,” he urged. “If we are to realise the dream of an Africa that is digitally sovereign and empowered, we must work together – across borders, sectors and disciplines.”

Also addressing the gathering, Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to positioning Ghana as a digital powerhouse in West Africa.

He outlined bold initiatives under the Digital Ghana Agenda, including the US$1billion Ghana-UAE Innovation and Technology Hub at Prampram, which is expected to host global tech giants such as Google, Microsoft, Huawei and Amazon, alongside home-grown leaders like Mobex Africa, Hubtel, Margins Group and Nsano.

The minister also cited the ‘One Million Coders’ programme aimed at equipping young Ghanaians with skills in coding, AI and emerging technologies.

“This is not just about skills; it’s about economic liberation,” he said.

According to Mr. George, Ghana’s digital policy framework is undergoing a comprehensive overhaul to align with fast-evolving technologies. This includes plans to establish a National Data Exchange Hub and regulatory reforms to support responsible AI and data governance.

“The future of innovation must be designed by Africa, not for Africa. Mobex must become more than an exhibition – it should evolve into a permanent, pan-African engine for collaboration and digital sovereignty,” he encouraged.

He called on stakeholders to align efforts and investments, noting that the digital transformation of the continent must be deliberate, inclusive and African-led.

As Mobex Africa celebrates a decade of progress, both leaders called for deeper public-private partnerships to consolidate gains and build a resilient, digital future for the continent.

The event concluded with renewed commitments from government, development agencies and private sector actors to support Mobex Africa’s mission and co-create innovative solutions for Africa’s digital renaissance.

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