Thelma Quaye is a renowned digital leader with over 19 years of experience in telecommunications, ICT, and banking. She is the Chief Digital Infrastructure, Skills, and Empowerment Officer at Smart Africa, driving Africa’s digital transformation. She also serves on the boards of the Global Digital Inclusion Partnership and First Atlantic Bank Ghana, shaping digital inclusion and financial strategies.

Key Achievements & Influence:
Recognized as one of Ghana’s top women in board leadership.
Expert in telecom network design, digital policy, data privacy, and project management.
Leads digital policy initiatives, helping African nations implement broadband, cybersecurity, and gender empowerment strategies.
Spearheaded Smart Africa Digital Academy (SADA), which won the WSIS Champion Award (2024) for advancing digital skills in Africa.