Josephine Sarouk is a senior telecommunications and technology executive with over 17 years of experience spearheading digital infrastructure development, cross-border connectivity, and enterprise transformation across West Africa. As Managing Director of Bayobab Nigeria, she directs strategic commercial growth, national long-distance fiber networks, subsea cable landing initiatives, and data center interconnections designed to power regional connectivity and bridge the digital divide.
Under her leadership, Bayobab Nigeria achieved a landmark National Long-Distance Operator License, positioning the organization to meet the region’s surging data demands and expand critical terrestrial backbone networks.
Beyond commercial growth, Josephine has championed strategic digital inclusion, driving community literacy initiatives, youth technology engagement at cable landing facilities, and private-sector participation in national broadband projects.
Her extensive background spans key leadership roles across major technology and multinational organizations, where she has consistently delivered on cross-platform convergence, enterprise digital transformation, and operational AI adoption.
A global alumna of Harvard Business School (GMP) and the University of West London, Josephine is also a certified John Maxwell coach and speaker. She is a dedicated advocate for gender inclusion and economic empowerment, serving actively on the WISCAR (Women in Successful Careers) Membership and Partnerships Committee to mentor and advance women’s careers.
Josephine’s leadership in shaping Africa’s digital landscape has earned widespread industry recognition. Her accolades include:
- Women in Telecoms Awardee (2024) – World Communication Awards, London (powered by Total Telecom)
- Outstanding Woman in Technology (2026) – Nokia StrongHer (Nigeria & Ghana Antenna)
- 100 Women Impacting African Digital Infrastructure (2026) – Africa Hyperscalers Company