Africa Cloud Services Trends
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Cloud Service trend intelligence tracks cloud computing market trends, AI infrastructure demand, hybrid cloud adoption, edge deployment, platform competition, and data centre capacity pressure in Africa, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.
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Megaport expands connectivity with angola cables
Megaport and Angola Cables partner to expand Brazil’s access to 930+ data centres and 300 cloud connections.
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e& expands global presence with new hubs
e& expands with new hubs in Miami and Johannesburg. It strengthens connectivity across the Americas and Africa with 20 services.
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Top tech news today: February 5, 2025
1. Egypt’s Khazna secures $16m for expansion Egyptian fintech Khazna raises $16 million to expand its financial super-app into Saudi Arabia, enhancing digital financial services across the Middle East. TechCrunch 2. Stripe appoints new head of startup partnerships Stripe hires a…
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Ethiopia’s telco IPO marks key step for new stock exchange
What happened: Ethio telecom launches IPO to kickstart stock exchange Ethiopia will launch its first stock exchange later this year, with Ethio Telecom’s IPO playing a key role. On 17 October, the state-owned telecom company began selling 10% of its shares to the public, marking…
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Billboxx raises $1.6M to improve SME cash flow in Africa.
Billboxx raises $1.6m pre-seed funding to enhance cash flow management for SMEs across Africa through innovative financial solutions.
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NuBank invests $150M in Tyme, aims for unicorn status
What happened: NuBank’s strategic investment in Tyme Brazilian financial technology company NuBank has announced a significant $150 million investment in Tyme, a South Africa-based digital banking platform. This substantial capital injection not only marks a milestone in Tyme’s…
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Mastercard introduces Apple Pay to Egypt customers
Mastercard brings Apple Pay to Egypt.
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Nokia and du declare the launch of the first commercial Cloud RAN
What happened: Nokia and du launch first Cloud RAN in the Middle East and Africa In December 2024, Nokia and UAE-based telecom operator du announced the launch of the first commercial Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) offering in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). This milestone…
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Ex-Tesco leader’s plan to channel Moroccan energy to the UK
What happened Sir Dave Lewis, the former boss of Tesco, is spearheading an ambitious project to build the world’s longest subsea power cable, stretching 4,000 km from Morocco to Great Britain. This initiative, backed by Xlinks, will harness renewable energy from vast wind and…
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M-KOPA targets $400M revenue despite economic challenges
What happened M-KOPA, the African fintech offering pay-as-you-go asset financing, is on track to exceed an annual revenue of $400 million by the end of the year. Serving 5 million underbanked Africans, the company has grown its customer base from 4 million last year, despite…
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Tranglo expands payout network across Africa
What happened Tranglo, a leading cross-border payment hub, has announced an expansion of its services across Africa, now supporting payouts in Ethiopia, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Senegal, and Zambia. This strategic move is designed to bolster financial inclusion by…
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Top tech news today: November 28, 2024
1. Tranglo expands payout network across Africa Tranglo has extended its payout network to eight African countries, enhancing financial access and bridging remittance gaps. The move strengthens its global fintech footprint. Source: The Fintech Times Starlink satellite-to-phone…
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A new chapter in expansion: SBA makes acquisition in Africa
What happened SBA Communications has taken a major step in expanding its global reach by purchasing 7,000 telecom towers from Millicom for $975 million. This acquisition strengthens SBA’s presence in Central America, giving the company a more significant role in the region’s…
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Google is expanding its AI search summaries globally
What happened Google’s AI search summaries are going global, launching in over 100 new countries this week. Now, no matter if you’re in Canada or South Africa, you’ll get speedy AI summaries in English, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Portuguese, or Spanish. So this expansion is all…
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Infrasat connects Africa through technology services
Infrasat was established with a clear mission: to enhance connectivity across Africa and bridge the digital divide.
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Banco Comercial de Angola: Driving financial growth in Angola
The Commercial Bank of Angola gave the origins to the popular Angolan bank, which mainly acted as a bank to absorb personal savings.
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K-NET: Connecting Africa through technology and responsibility
K-NET, established in 1996, pioneers broadcasting technology and IoT solutions, offering managed services and renewable energy innovations across Africa.
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India targets Africa and South America for digital payments expansion
OUR TAKEIndia’s digital payment systems, particularly the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), serve as a model for other countries. By expanding these systems internationally, India can enhance its influence in global financial markets and promote its technological advancements.…
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GB Auto launches advanced Lassa tyres in Egypt
GB Auto, a Middle East automotive leader, offers value-for-money vehicles and exceptional after-sales services across multiple markets.
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National Bank of Kuwait – Egypt and Visa forge partnership to enhance digital payments
NBK-Egypt partners with Visa to enhance digital payment offerings, promoting Visa cards for financial transactions.