Keynote 2 - Christel Heydemann, CEO of Orange (sponsor of the Africa Cup of Nations and the Youth Olympic Games)

May 11, 2026 | 2:29 PM EAT - 2:34 PM EAT
Main Stage Inspire - PM

Summary :

Orange CEO Christel Heydemann highlights how technology bridges the gap between sports and global communities, fostering shared emotions and connections. Beyond major sponsorships like the Olympics and African football, the company promotes "digital for good" initiatives that educate youth on healthy, responsible technology use. This summary was generated by AI.

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Christel Heydemann

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