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The conference that gathers together mobile operators from around the world will take place this year, at the Fira Gran Via in Barcelona Spain, from March 2 to 5 2015.

It aims at uniting operators with several companies in the broader mobile ecosystem. That includes internet companies, handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers, internet companies and organisations in adjacent industry sectors.

Speakers at the event include Hans Vestberg (President and CEO, Ericsson Group), Christian De Faria (CEO, Airtel Africa), Alpesh Patel (CEO, Mi-Fone), Mark Zuckerberg (CEO, Facebook), Marion Zanotti (SVP, Millicom), Sifiso Dabengwa (Group President and CEO, MTN) and others.

According to the organisers, the conference will cover challenges and growth strategies for the global  mobile industry, latest trends and all content are developed by the GSMA. Passes for the conference comes in platinum, gold and silver.

“Depending on the type of pass selected, attendees can take advantage of the many components that make up this industry-leading event such as a world-class thought-leadership conference featuring visionary keynotes and panel discussions, a cutting-edge product and technology exhibition featuring more than 1,900 exhibitors, the world’s best venue for seeking industry opportunities, making deals, and networking; app planet, the centre of the mobile apps universe, where the mobile app community gathers to learn, network and engage with innovators or the global mobile awards programme, where we recognise industry innovation and achievements. And, all MWC pass holders can attend 4YFN, an event focused on start-ups, corporations, and investors.”

Interested participants can register here, while those that intend to get involved (i.e. exhibitors, sponsors, partners or advertisers at the event) may use this link. Follow the conversation on social media with #MWC15.

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Olumuyiwa Coker Author

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