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Okra Unveils Nebula: Africa’s Homegrown Cloud for Localized Data and Innovation

October 8, 2024
2 min read
Author: Aayushya Ranjan

Fara Ashiru, Founder and CEO of Okra, has announced the launch of Nebula, a cloud infrastructure designed specifically for Africa on Linkedin. In her LinkedIn post, Ashiru highlighted the importance of creating localized solutions that cater to Africa’s unique needs, moving away from reliance on expensive imported software and services. Nebula is set to deliver the same high-quality performance as international giants like AWS and Azure, but with distinct advantages tailored for the African market.

Nebula offers a range of innovative features, including the ability to pay in local currencies like Naira, eliminating the unpredictability of exchange rates. It also boasts lower latency with Tier 3/4 data centers, ensuring reliable, fast service that matches global standards. Crucially, the platform is built with Africa’s regulatory landscape in mind, providing strong data compliance and security for businesses across the continent.

Okra, a pioneer in financial infrastructure, has already integrated its systems with Nebula, and the first round of access has been granted to select partners. The next round of availability is expected to open soon, marking a significant step forward in Africa’s digital transformation journey.

This move by Okra reflects a growing trend of African tech companies developing solutions that prioritize local needs while maintaining global competitiveness. By creating Nebula, Okra is empowering African businesses with the tools to innovate, grow, and compete on the world stage, all while maintaining control over costs, data, and compliance.

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