45min
Plenary Room
Technology Orbiting Chaos
Service providers are increasingly rolling out hybrid network architectures in order to reach more customers. Our panelists will look at what is driving ISPs towards hybrid models, discuss the technical and operational challenges of integrating fixed and wireless services and look at the role of automation and AI in managing hybrid networks.
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Jacques du Toit
Vox | CEO
I’ve spent over two decades in South African telecoms, and I’m more convinced than ever: connectivity isn’t a luxury — it’s infrastructure as fundamental as roads and electricity.
Nigel van Tura
Network Infrastructure Evangelist
Nigel van Tura is a South African-born Telecommunications and ISP Technology Executive with a career spanning over 35 years.
Dr Sunil Piyarlall
Openserve | Executive: Network Architecture and Modelling
Dr Sunil Piyarlall is the Executive for Network Architecture and Modelling at Openserve (Pty) Ltd. With over 30 years of experience in the Information and Communications Technology fraternity, Sunil has held key Business and Technology Strategy positions within the Telkom group.
Edward Lawrence
Yafibr
Edward Lawrence is the Chief Executive Officer of Yafibr and a leading entrepreneur in Africa’s internet infrastructure sector. With over two decades of experience, he has played a central role in building the digital backbone of the continent.