With the launch of the Cassava AI Multi-Model Exchange (CAIMEx) in 2025, Cassava has designed the first platform to make world-leading AI tools and large-scale language models (LLMs) easily accessible to developers in Africa, allowing them to leverage CAIMEx to build, fine-tune, and deploy AI applications using Cassava’s integrated tools powered by NVIDIA Blueprints, Models, and NIM microservices.
cassava technologies, Global technology leader with African heritage deploys AI Factory powered by NVIDIA South African AI Platform. It also plans to expand to Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt and Morocco.
“For Cassava, building Africa’s AI ecosystem is more than just a technological milestone, it is an act of empowerment. As Africa’s first NVIDIA cloud partner, we are committed to helping African companies achieve global We ensure that we are not just consumers of technology, but architects of it. Our goal is to provide Africa with the infrastructure to write its own future in its own languages, starting with Swahili and then expanding to languages such as Zulu and Afrikaans, so that we can better serve local users and markets.”
– Ahmed El Beheiry, Group COO and Group Chief Technology & AI Officer, Cassava Technologies
With the launch of the Cassava AI Multi-Model Exchange (CAIMEx) in 2025, Cassava has designed the first platform to make world-leading AI tools and large-scale language models (LLMs) easily accessible to African developers, allowing them to leverage CAIMEx to build, fine-tune, and deploy AI applications using Cassava’s integrated tools powered by NVIDIA Blueprints, Models, and NIM microservices. The company recently launched Cassava Autonomous Network, a blueprint that runs on the CAIMEx platform. It is designed to significantly improve network performance across Africa and is available to mobile network operators (MNOs).
The local deployment of high-performance computing marks a turning point for the continent. Cassava removes traditional barriers to entry by offering GPUaaS, AIaaS/API, and provides access to local computing. With this first milestone, Cassava will enable Africa to produce its own intelligence. Sovereign AI factories store intelligence safely within borders, adapt models to local languages and cultures, and foster local jobs, startups, and economic growth.
This service enables African businesses and governments to innovate on their own. This democratization of technology has enabled African organizations across the public sector, telecommunications, financial services, insurance, healthcare, mining, oil and gas, and retail to not only keep pace with the global AI race, but also lead.
Cassava Technologies is a global technology leader with African heritage, transforming Africa’s role in the global AI landscape from a passive participant to a key creator. By delivering world-class computing power, the company is delivering on its core mission: building a digitally inclusive future where all Africans have the tools to innovate and succeed.
Positive feedback from partners and customers on the launch of Cassava AI Factory
“Africa is poised to leapfrog traditional infrastructure. With this sovereign AI cloud, Cassava provides the ultimate engine for digital transformation, enabling businesses and governments to take advantage of powerful AI use cases, while ensuring that data stays on the continent.” This is not just an infrastructure issue; it is about democratizing innovation, developing local talent, and building a reliable and resilient AI ecosystem that drives real economic growth across the continent and puts African businesses in control of their own destiny.”
– Haseeb Budani, CEO of Rafay Systems
“The launch of the country’s first Cassava AI Factory and its expansion to the African continent is a major milestone towards Africa’s digital sovereignty. Keeping data within Africa’s borders will enable us to develop specialized models in healthcare, energy and agriculture tailored to Africa’s unique contexts. South Africa’s Cassava AI Factory will enable CSIR to expand our partnerships with industry and accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence within the broader South African research community.”
– Dr. H. Sithole, National Integrated Cyber Infrastructure (NICIS), CSIR Center Manager
“Zindi is excited to partner with Cassava Technologies to unlock AI computing in Africa so that the continent’s data no longer needs to be exported to Africa. Through the Cassava AI Factory, powered by the NVIDIA Accelerated Computing Platform, Cassava is empowering the Zindi developer community to build the best AI solutions for their local problems. Our joint efforts to develop talent go beyond simply uncovering innovation to the next generation of AI. Investing in talent, high-tech skills and jobs will position Africa to lead in the global AI race.”
– Serena Lee, Zindi CEO and Co-Founder
