Nutanix Boosts Service Provider Growth with Cloud Programs

Nutanix has unveiled significant enhancements to its Elevate Service Provider Program, introducing new multitenant cloud capabilities through the Nutanix Service Provider Central platform. These updates are designed to help partners scale their operations, differentiate their offerings, and deliver enterprise-grade Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions to their customers. The initiative reflects Nutanix’s commitment to empowering…

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Medica Launches $600K in Africa Startups, Launches Guide

Madica, an early-stage investment program, has invested a total of $600,000 across three African startups—Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa Inc., Hakimu, and Biovana—as part of its mission to support underrepresented founders on the continent. Each startup will receive up to $200,000 in pre-seed funding and will participate in Madica’s 18-month support program, which includes mentorship, executive…

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Orange Explores Globecast Sale Talk with Verdosa Investment Firm

Orange has entered exclusive negotiations with French investment firm Verdoso Investments SA for the potential sale of its media services arm, Globecast, in a move that could significantly reshape the broadcasting landscape across Africa. The development underscores a broader strategic shift within the company as it refocuses on its core operations while unlocking new growth…

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Cisco Expands Secure AI Factory Through NVIDIA Partnership

Cisco has announced a major expansion of its Secure AI Factory in collaboration with NVIDIA, introducing a comprehensive framework designed to help organisations deploy artificial intelligence across both centralised data centres and distributed edge environments. The initiative addresses a critical challenge for enterprises: moving AI initiatives from pilot stages to secure, full-scale production while reducing…

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AkiraChix Expands Operations into Zambia, Zimbabwe, Eswatini

Kenyan technology training and talent development organization AkiraChix has expanded its footprint into Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Eswatini, marking a significant step in its regional growth strategy. The expansion aims to widen access to digital skills and career opportunities for young women across Southern Africa, reinforcing AkiraChix’s commitment to bridging the gender gap in technology. The…

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GoSwap Raises Seed Funding to Expand Battery-Swapping in Morocco

Moroccan electric mobility startup GoSwap Morocco has secured its first seed funding from Azur Innovation Management Fund to accelerate the expansion of its battery-swapping network for electric scooters. The funding marks a significant milestone for the company as it aims to scale its operations across major Moroccan cities, including Casablanca and Marrakech. GoSwap operates a…

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