by Cassava Technologies and Sand Technologies have joined forces to transform African AI solutions. The partnership, announced at the Global AI Summit on Africa, marks a pivotal step in scaling AI adoption across the continent. Both companies aim to make advanced AI solutions in Africa more accessible, affordable, and impactful for businesses and governments.
AI solutions in Africa are gaining momentum. The continent’s AI market is projected to reach $16.53 billion by 2030, growing at over 27% annually. Countries like Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa already leverage AI in fintech, healthcare, and agriculture. Yet, many African enterprises still struggle to access the powerful computing resources needed to compete globally.
Details of the Cassava-Sand Partnership
Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sand Technologies, a top enterprise AI solutions provider. The deal gives Sand Technologies access to Cassava’s advanced NVIDIA-powered GPU infrastructure, enabling Sand to build and deploy next-generation AI solutions in Africa and beyond.
Hardy Pemhiwa, President and Group CEO of Cassava Technologies, said:
“As more businesses across Africa seek to harness the potential of AI, the demand for powerful GPU processing capabilities is increasing. By providing Sand Technologies access to Cassava’s GPU solutions, we enable them to develop advanced AI solutions for their clients, expanding Cassava’s footprint across industries. Our GPU-as-a-service offering gives African businesses the cost-effective, scalable processing solutions they need to compete in an AI-driven world.”
Fred Swaniker, Founder and CEO of Sand Technologies, added:
“This partnership is a pivotal moment for the advancement of industry-related AI solutions in Africa. It lets us bring Cassava’s GPU processing power to our clients and support their digital transformation journeys.”
Related news: McKinsey: Generative AI Could Unlock $103B Annually for Africa
What the Partnership Delivers
- GPU-as-a-Service: Cassava will provide Sand with scalable, cost-effective GPU processing power, which is crucial for AI development and deployment.
- Pilot Use Cases: Both companies will identify and launch pilot projects, co-creating and distributing AI-powered solutions tailored for African industries.
- Industry Reach: The partnership targets sectors including telecommunications, water, energy, healthcare, and insurance, supporting digital transformation across the board.
- AI Factory: The deal follows Cassava’s announcement to build Africa’s first AI factory, which will provide businesses, governments, and researchers with cutting-edge AI computing capacity.
Related news: Afrik DeFi to Engage Policymakers at WEF AI Summit in Rwanda
AI Solutions in Africa: Transforming the Continent
AI solutions in Africa are already making a difference. From streamlining financial services to optimizing agriculture, AI drives efficiency and innovation. The economic impact is enormous; AI could add $1.3 trillion to Africa’s economy by 2030. Local startups and global investors are pouring resources into AI-driven fintech, healthcare, and smart agriculture.
AI also promises to bridge the digital divide. With over 60% of Africa’s population under 25, AI solutions in Africa can upskill the workforce, foster entrepreneurship, and create new jobs. Local language models and tailored AI applications make services more accessible, especially in underserved communities.
Related news: Ghana Unveils Africa’s Largest AI-Powerednvi Security Center
If you enjoy our content, you’ll love the amazing stories we share on Facebook, Telegram, and Twitter!
Subscribe and follow us for more premium SeeAfrika content.
