Recognizing Excellence: Trish Kalombola Among InspiringFifty Africa Awards 2024 Winners
We are delighted to share that Trish Kalombola, CEO of TowerCo of Africa DRC and a key leader in the AXIAN Telecom cluster, has been named one of the InspiringFifty Africa Awards 2024 winners. This prestigious recognition celebrates women across Africa who are transforming the technology landscape through innovation, leadership, and community impact.
Trish Kalombola: A Leader Driving Change
As CEO of TowerCo of Africa DRC, Trish has played a pivotal role in advancing telecom infrastructure, bridging digital divides, and fostering connectivity to empower communities. Her leadership exemplifies the values of innovation, inclusivity, and resilience that define the InspiringFifty Africa initiative.
This accolade not only honors Trish’s achievements but also highlights her commitment to creating lasting value within the telecom and technology sectors.
About InspiringFifty Africa
The InspiringFifty Africa Awards celebrate 50 women leaders who are making significant strides in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). These individuals have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to the tech ecosystem and their dedication to inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals.
For the full list of winners and their inspiring stories, download the InspiringFifty Africa Awards 2024 Winners Brochure.
Inspiring Future Leaders
This recognition is more than an individual achievement—it is a celebration of diversity, innovation, and the transformative power of leadership. Women like Trish are shaping the future of Africa’s technology sector, paving the way for greater inclusion and sustainable progress.
A Commitment to Excellence
At TowerCo of Africa DRC, we are proud to celebrate this moment with Trish and remain dedicated to supporting initiatives that drive technological advancement and empower communities. Her success underscores our shared vision of a more connected and equitable future for all.
Congratulations to Trish and the other InspiringFifty Africa Awards 2024 winners. Together, we celebrate their remarkable achievements and their role in shaping a brighter future for Africa’s tech landscape.
Background information
About TOA
TowerCo of Africa is a fully owned subsidiary of pan-African telecommunications service provider Axian Telecom and is one of Africa’s fastest-growing tower infrastructure companies, with operations in Madagascar, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania. Over the course of the last decade TowerCo of Africa has steadily expanded its African operations order to meet the growing demand for a better-connected Africa.
Press contacts
TowerCo of Africa Uganda: Claire Mattei, Claire.MATTEI@axian-group.com
EIB: Richard Willis, r.willis@eib.org, Tel.: +352 4379 82155, +352 621 555 758
Website: www.eib.org/press – Press Office: +352 4379 21000 – press@eib.org
OeEB: Verena Kastner, Tel: +43 1 5331200-2993, Verena.kastner@oe-eb.at