New York City, USA – September 24, 2024 – In a pivotal moment for global digital connectivity, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone and Mcebisi Jonas, Chairman of MTN Group, are set to headline The Next 3 Billion summit, taking place in the heart of New York City. This high-profile U.S. event will focus on one of the world’s most pressing challenges: closing the digital divide and connecting the billions of people who still lack access to the internet.
The summit will bring together key policymakers, business leaders, and innovators to explore opportunities for economic and social advancement through digital inclusion. President Bio, known for championing technology and education in Sierra Leone, will share his vision on the power of connectivity to drive development, while MTN Group’s Mcebisi Jonas will address the role of telecommunications in bridging the gap.
This summit presents a transformative dialogue on how inclusive access to digital tools and the internet can empower individuals, spur economic growth, and foster social equity on a global scale.
For more details and to join this impactful conversation, visit: The Next 3 Billion Summit.