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Al Bawaba
29-05-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Mindware Expands Footprint into East Africa with Strategic Launch in Nairobi
As part of its strategic expansion, Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, marked a powerful new chapter in its growth journey with the official launch of its East Africa operations, celebrated through a high-energy event in Nairobi on 27th May together over 200 channel partners, industry leaders, top vendor representatives, and channel partners, the event served as a clear declaration of Mindware's commitment to empowering East Africa's digital future. The Nairobi office, now fully operational, will serve as the company's strategic hub for East Africa covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia."This launch is not just about opening doors, it's about opening possibilities," said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager, East Africa at Mindware. "We are here to co-create the future of technology in East Africa by investing in people, forging trusted partnerships, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that accelerate growth across the region."Since announcing its East Africa expansion earlier this year, Mindware has made bold strides; doubling its local workforce, onboarding regional vendors, and hosting partner enablement sessions across key markets. These actions reflect Mindware's strong momentum and growing relevance in the launch event went beyond the traditional format, with inspiring keynote addresses, forward-looking panel discussions, and networking sessions that enabled stakeholders to explore Mindware's expanded portfolio and strategic roadmap. In line with its partner-first strategy, Mindware has rolled out technical and sales enablement programs, and is working with vendors to deliver certification courses tailored to local market new partnerships already signed with regional ICT providers, Mindware is set to announce several new vendor collaborations in the coming weeks further expanding its portfolio in cloud, cybersecurity, networking, and enterprise Voices"Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. As it is said, 'focusing on customer satisfaction is crucial to building lasting relationships', this is exactly the game changer that Mindware has brought to the Kenyan market. We can't ask for anything more.'- Cornelious Anjichi, Chief Finance Officer at Down to Earth Technologies'Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. Working with Mindware has been a game-changer. Their local presence means faster support, better access to new technologies, and a new partnership approach that helps us grow.' - Peris Kabora, Supply Chain and Administration Manager at Sybyl Kenya Ltd.
Channel Post MEA
28-05-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Mindware Launches In Nairobi To Expand Footprint Into East Africa
Mindware has marked a new chapter in its growth journey with the official launch of its East Africa operations, celebrated through a high-energy event in Nairobi on 27th May 2025. Bringing together over 200 channel partners, industry leaders, top vendor representatives, and channel partners, the event served as a clear declaration of Mindware's commitment to empowering East Africa's digital future. The Nairobi office, now fully operational, will serve as the company's strategic hub for East Africa covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. 'This launch is not just about opening doors, it's about opening possibilities,' said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager, East Africa at Mindware. 'We are here to co-create the future of technology in East Africa by investing in people, forging trusted partnerships, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that accelerate growth across the region.' Since announcing its East Africa expansion earlier this year, Mindware has made bold strides; doubling its local workforce, onboarding regional vendors, and hosting partner enablement sessions across key markets. These actions reflect Mindware's strong momentum and growing relevance in the region. The launch event went beyond the traditional format, with inspiring keynote addresses, forward-looking panel discussions, and networking sessions that enabled stakeholders to explore Mindware's expanded portfolio and strategic roadmap. In line with its partner-first strategy, Mindware has rolled out technical and sales enablement programs, and is working with vendors to deliver certification courses tailored to local market needs. With new partnerships already signed with regional ICT providers, Mindware is set to announce several new vendor collaborations in the coming weeks further expanding its portfolio in cloud, cybersecurity, networking, and enterprise technologies. Partner Voices 'Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. As it is said, 'focusing on customer satisfaction is crucial to building lasting relationships', this is exactly the game changer that Mindware has brought to the Kenyan market. We can't ask for anything more.' – Cornelious Anjichi, Chief Finance Officer at Down to Earth Technologies 'Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. Working with Mindware has been a game-changer. Their local presence means faster support, better access to new technologies, and a new partnership approach that helps us grow.' Peris Kabora, Supply Chain and Administration Manager at Sybyl Kenya Ltd. 0 0
Zawya
28-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mindware expands footprint into East Africa with strategic launch in Nairobi
NAIROBI, KENYA: As part of its strategic expansion, Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, marked a powerful new chapter in its growth journey with the official launch of its East Africa operations, celebrated through a high-energy event in Nairobi on 27th May 2025. Bringing together over 200 channel partners, industry leaders, top vendor representatives, and channel partners, the event served as a clear declaration of Mindware's commitment to empowering East Africa's digital future. The Nairobi office, now fully operational, will serve as the company's strategic hub for East Africa covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. "This launch is not just about opening doors, it's about opening possibilities," said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager, East Africa at Mindware. "We are here to co-create the future of technology in East Africa by investing in people, forging trusted partnerships, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that accelerate growth across the region." Since announcing its East Africa expansion earlier this year, Mindware has made bold strides; doubling its local workforce, onboarding regional vendors, and hosting partner enablement sessions across key markets. These actions reflect Mindware's strong momentum and growing relevance in the region. The launch event went beyond the traditional format, with inspiring keynote addresses, forward-looking panel discussions, and networking sessions that enabled stakeholders to explore Mindware's expanded portfolio and strategic roadmap. In line with its partner-first strategy, Mindware has rolled out technical and sales enablement programs, and is working with vendors to deliver certification courses tailored to local market needs. With new partnerships already signed with regional ICT providers, Mindware is set to announce several new vendor collaborations in the coming weeks further expanding its portfolio in cloud, cybersecurity, networking, and enterprise technologies. Partner Voices "Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. As it is said, 'focusing on customer satisfaction is crucial to building lasting relationships', this is exactly the game changer that Mindware has brought to the Kenyan market. We can't ask for anything more.' - Cornelious Anjichi, Chief Finance Officer at Down to Earth Technologies 'Mindware's setup in Kenya has brought a new level of professionalism and opportunity to the local IT channel. Their commitment to partner success is evident in every interaction. Working with Mindware has been a game-changer. Their local presence means faster support, better access to new technologies, and a new partnership approach that helps us grow.' Peris Kabora, Supply Chain and Administration Manager at Sybyl Kenya Ltd. -Ends- About Mindware Mindware, a leading IT distributor in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, takes pride in offering top-quality global brands to over 7,500 partners with legal entities in 13 countries. With a rich history dating back to 1991 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE, Mindware's unwavering commitment spans over three decades, empowering businesses with cutting-edge IT solutions, AI technologies, and fostering digital transformation. Mindware's comprehensive offering encompasses a selection of leading brands in infrastructure, networking, security, storage, and artificial intelligence solutions. As part of its Value-Added Distribution (VAD) methodology, Mindware goes the extra mile to provide supplementary value-added services to its reselling partners including pre-sales consultancy, implementation services, local technical support, AI enablement, marketing enablement tools, and multiple channel-enabling programs. Supported by strategically positioned logistic centres in key locations, Mindware ensures seamless distribution across all channels, efficiently catering to the needs of its esteemed partners and customers in both traditional IT and emerging AI landscapes. | |
Zawya
25-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mindware expands its presence in East Africa with new office in Kenya
Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), is excited to announce the opening of a new office in Nairobi, Kenya, marking a significant milestone in its expansion strategy across the region. This new office will serve as Mindware's East African headquarters and will further reinforce its commitment to delivering top-tier IT solutions to its growing network of partners and customers in the MEA region. The company has appointed Spiros Rafailovits as the Territory Manager for East Africa. Rafailovits will lead a dedicated, locally-based team focused on driving business growth and deepening relationships with channel partners. Nicholas Argyrides, Mindware's Regional Vice President for the Gulf and East Africa, will oversee operations in this new market. The office, located in Nairobi's bustling Westlands Business District, provides strategic proximity to vendors, partners, and key stakeholders. Mindware's presence in Kenya will facilitate quicker response times, enhanced local support, and stronger engagement with the East African partner ecosystem. According to Nicholas Argyrides, 'Mindware's decision to expand into Kenya is driven by the country's rapid economic growth and its emerging role as a major technology hub in Africa. With its growing digital economy and increasing demand for IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and AI, Kenya presents an excellent opportunity to support our channel partners. Our focus will be on providing localized support through strong global vendor partnerships, investing in technical training, financial backing, and market awareness initiatives to drive digital transformation in Kenya and the surrounding region. Our mid-term goal is to establish Kenya as our East African hub, expanding into Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia.' In the upcoming weeks, Mindware will host an official inauguration event in Nairobi. This event will bring together key stakeholders, industry leaders, technology vendors, and regional partners, offering an opportunity to discuss Mindware's vision for East Africa, strengthen collaborations, and explore new business opportunities. Mindware has long-standing partnerships with some of the world's leading technology vendors, including Dell Technologies, Oracle, Microsoft, RSA, and Broadcom. These alliances enable Mindware to deliver cutting-edge solutions in areas like infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, AI, and cloud computing. Through these strategic partnerships, Mindware is poised to bring advanced technology solutions to businesses across Kenya and East Africa. 'We are excited to open our first office in Kenya, marking a major step in our East African growth. With its dynamic tech scene and strong economy, Kenya is the ideal location for Mindware to enhance our regional partnerships and empower businesses with advanced technology,' said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager for East Africa. About Mindware Mindware is a leading IT distributor in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, serving over 7,500 partners across 13 countries. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE, Mindware has spent over three decades offering cutting-edge IT solutions and AI technologies to empower digital transformation. The company's portfolio includes a range of industry-leading brands in infrastructure, networking, security, storage, and AI solutions. As part of its Value-Added Distribution (VAD) approach, Mindware provides reselling partners with essential services such as pre-sales consultancy, implementation services, local technical support, AI enablement, marketing tools, and channel-enabling programs. With strategically positioned logistics centers, Mindware ensures efficient distribution across all channels, serving the needs of partners and customers in both traditional IT and emerging AI markets. Copyright © 2022 - All materials can be used freely, indicating the origin Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Channel Post MEA
25-02-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Mindware Establishes Office In Kenya
As part of its strategic expansion, Mindware announces the opening of its brand-new office in Kenya, which will also serve as its East African headquarters. This milestone reinforces Mindware's commitment to strengthening its presence in the MEA region and delivering world-class IT solutions to its growing network of partners and customers. Spiros Rafailovits has been appointed as the Territory Manager for East Africa, leading a dedicated team of locally-based professionals to drive business growth and to deepen channel partnerships. Nicholas Argyrides, Regional Vice President, Gulf & East Africa at Mindware will oversee operations. Located in Nairobi's vibrant Westlands Business District, the new office offers strategic proximity to vendors, partners, and key stakeholders. Mindware's presence in Kenya will enable faster response times, enhanced local support, and stronger engagement with the East African partner ecosystem. 'Mindware's expansion into Kenya is a strategic move driven by the country's rapid economic growth and its position as a leading technology hub in Africa. With a thriving digital economy and increasing demand for IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and AI, our aim is to provide localised support to our channel partners. Through concrete global vendor partnerships and by investing in technical training, financial support, and market awareness initiatives, we are committed to accelerating digital transformation in Kenya and beyond. Our mid-term vision is to establish Kenya as our East African hub while expanding into Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia,' said Nicholas Argyrides. In the coming weeks, Mindware will be hosting an official inauguration event, bringing together key stakeholders, industry leaders, technology vendors, and regional partners. The Mindware East Africa launch event will serve as an opportunity to share the company's vision for the region, strengthen collaborations, and explore new growth opportunities. Mindware has multiple, long-standing partnerships with global technology vendors, including Dell Technologies, Oracle, Microsoft, RSA, and Broadcom, delivering best-in-class solutions in infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. Through such strategic alliances, Mindware is poised to bring advanced technology solutions to businesses across Kenya and East Africa. 'We are thrilled to establish our first office in Kenya, a key step in our East African expansion. Kenya's dynamic tech landscape and strong economy make it the perfect hub for Mindware to grow and strengthen partnerships. We are committed to empowering businesses across Kenya and the region with cutting-edge technology,' said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager, East Africa at Mindware. 0 0
