WSO2 outlines Sovereign Government Operating System at WSO2Con Africa 2026

WSO2: WSO2 is an open-source software company specializing in integration, API management, identity and access management, and enterprise solutions for digital transformation. It positions its technology stack to support governments and enterprises in building connected, secure systems. At WSO2Con Africa 2026 in Nairobi, the company presented a vision for a Sovereign Government Operating System that integrates identity, data exchange, and AI capabilities. Mifan Careem: Mifan Careem serves as Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Solutions Business Unit at WSO2, overseeing customer technical engagements and architecture strategy. He is a frequent speaker on open-source technologies and government digital initiatives. Careem delivered the keynote outlining the Sovereign Government Operating System framework during WSO2Con Africa 2026. Sovereignty: Digital sovereignty for governments extends beyond data location to include control over technology, the ability to inspect and modify systems, and avoidance of long-term vendor dependence through open-source approaches. AI Governance: AI agents in government environments require dedicated identity, scoped delegation, audit trails, and policy-based access controls to operate safely across sensitive institutional systems. Interoperability: African governments are advancing connected digital public infrastructure where identity systems, secure data exchange, and APIs must function as an integrated layer to enable effective citizen services and future AI adoption.