Yash Raj
Account Delivery Manager, WIPRO
Yash is an Account Delivery Manager at Wipro Limited, a global leader in information technology, consulting, and business process services. In his role, Yash oversees the delivery of IT solutions to diverse clients, ensuring that projects are executed with precision, align with business objectives, and achieve measurable success. His expertise lies in managing cross-functional teams, cultivating strong client relationships, and driving operational excellence.
At Wipro, Yash plays a critical role in leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, data analytics, and automation to meet client needs. His commitment to innovation and efficiency enables businesses to navigate complex digital transformations while achieving their strategic goals.
With a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions across industries, Yash brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the IT landscape. His ability to align technology with organizational priorities ensures clients receive tailored solutions that deliver lasting value.
At the SLinT Tech Expo 2025, Yash will join the panel session “The Future of Connectivity in Africa,” where he will contribute his insights on leveraging technology to enhance connectivity, drive innovation, and empower communities across the continent.
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Panelist: "The Future of Connectivity in Africa."
Description
This session explores the future of connectivity in Africa, focusing on its transformative potential in critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and energy. It addresses current challenges related to infrastructure, access, affordability, and digital literacy. The panel will highlight innovative technological solutions and emphasize the critical role of energy and technology innovation in driving sustainable growth. By showcasing successful examples and future opportunities, the session aims to illuminate how improved connectivity can enhance quality of life, drive economic development, and promote inclusive growth across the continent.
Objective
Identify Current Challenges: Discuss the key problems in connectivity across Africa, including inadequate infrastructure, high costs, limited access in rural areas, and low digital literacy rates.
Education: Examine how improved connectivity can revolutionize the education sector by enabling remote learning, expanding access to digital resources, and fostering collaboration between institutions.
Healthcare: Highlight the benefits of enhanced connectivity in healthcare, such as supporting telemedicine, facilitating remote diagnostics, enabling health data management, and improving access to quality care.
Energy Sector: Discuss the role of connectivity in the energy sector, particularly in enabling smart grid management, integrating renewable energy sources, and improving access to electricity in underserved areas.
Emphasize the Role of Energy and Technology Innovation: Stress the importance of innovative technologies and energy solutions in supporting and expanding connectivity across Africa, including the use of renewable energy to power digital infrastructure.
Propose Solutions and Showcase Benefits: Present innovative solutions, including public-private partnerships, investment in digital infrastructure, policy reforms, and capacity building, to overcome connectivity challenges and unlock the social and economic benefits for Africa.
Expected Outcome
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how innovative connectivity solutions can overcome challenges and drive sustainable development in Africa, leaving with practical insights and collaborative opportunities to make a positive impact.