At the AWS Summit 2024 in Johannesburg, AWS reinforced its commitment to expanding its cloud and AI services across Africa. The tech giant announced a significant investment plan, dedicating an additional $1.7 billion by 2029 to build infrastructure and meet the growing demands of its customers in the region. This investment follows AWS’s substantial previous expenditures, underscoring its strategic focus on Sub-Saharan Africa.
Nairobi’s dynamic tech ecosystem is gearing up for an exciting showcase at the AfricArena Nairobi Summit: Africa Climate Tech Week, scheduled for September 3-4, 2024. This event, which precedes the Africa Fintech Summit, promises to be a significant boost for Kenya’s growth and capital raising efforts in the tech and innovation sectors.
Paratus has made a significant stride in Botswana’s connectivity landscape by becoming the first Starlink reseller in the country. Following the recent approval of Starlink’s license by the Botswana government, Paratus is now offering SpaceX’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity, enhancing internet access across Botswana.
Global ERP software provider SYSPRO is leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize its ERP systems and enhance customer experiences. At a recent media round-table, SYSPRO outlined its focus on integrating AI into its solutions, emphasizing the benefits of anomaly detection and generative AI. The company has developed its own AI engine, which, despite being in its early stages, is advancing rapidly.
iColo, a carrier-neutral data center infrastructure provider, has announced the addition and commissioning of over 650 kilowatts (kW) of new solar installations at its data center campuses in Nairobi and Mombasa. This significant investment in renewable energy underscores iColo’s commitment to sustainability and its support for customers’ renewable energy goals.
Starlink, the satellite firm led by billionaire Elon Musk, is set to revolutionize mobile connectivity with its new Direct to Cell service. This innovative strategy aims to integrate Internet and mobile services directly into subscribers’ phones, enhancing market reach and service accessibility.
Vodacom and Huawei have launched the DigiTruck in Tanzania, a groundbreaking initiative designed to bridge the digital divide and enhance digital literacy across the country. This mobile classroom aims to provide essential digital skills training to over 5,500 individuals annually, including students, women, the elderly, and youth, across ten regions.
Redington, a leading technology distributor, has announced a strategic partnership with Zoho, a global software company, to enhance access to Zoho’s cloud-based business solutions across emerging markets in Africa. This collaboration aims to bring Zoho’s extensive suite of tools to businesses of all sizes, facilitating improved customer experiences, enhanced collaboration, and streamlined operations.
