Datacentrix has announced a strategic partnership with global cybersecurity company Utimaco to provide hardware security modules (HSMs), cryptographic key management and data protection technologies to organisations across Africa.
The partnership comes as demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions grows amid tighter regulatory requirements and increased digital adoption. Organisations across financial services, telecommunications, government, healthcare, automotive and agriculture are facing greater pressure to protect sensitive information, secure transactions and demonstrate compliance.
“As local organisations embrace cloud adoption, digital banking, connected vehicles, 5G networks, smart agriculture and e-government initiatives, the need to secure data at every stage has never been greater,” said Henry Minnaar, Business Unit Manager: Infrastructure Solutions and Agriculture Sector Lead at Datacentrix. He added that the partnership would enable clients to access established security technologies to protect their assets and meet compliance requirements.
Utimaco provides HSMs, payment security, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), data protection and compliance technologies. Its solutions help organisations secure cryptographic keys, protect payment transactions, support digital identity initiatives and implement zero-trust security architectures.
Christiaan de Waal, Channel Manager for Africa, Iberia and France at Utimaco, said the partnership combines the company’s cryptographic security expertise with Datacentrix’s market reach, technical capabilities and established customer relationships across Africa.
The technologies can support several industries. Banks and payment providers can use them to secure online banking and payment transactions while meeting local and international compliance standards. Telecommunications operators can protect 5G services and digital platforms, while government agencies can strengthen safeguards for citizen data.
Agricultural organisations can use the solutions to address security risks associated with connected farming equipment, Internet of Things (IoT) devices and precision farming systems. Automotive businesses can also benefit as connected vehicles and software-defined mobility become more common.
Datacentrix will distribute Utimaco’s full portfolio through its partner ecosystem and customer engagement model. The offering will be supported by local technical expertise, consulting, deployment services and ongoing operational support.
