Elm Signs MoU with Sénégal Numérique at GITEX AFRICA 2024
Elm, a leading digital solutions provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sénégal Numérique during its participation at GITEX AFRICA 2024, one of the region’s largest technology events. Held from May 29 to 31, 2024, in Marrakech, the event was organized under the supervision of the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform in partnership with the Agency for Digital Development (ADD) in Morocco. This MoU aims to leverage the capabilities of both parties to foster bilateral collaboration in targeted markets.
Details of the MoU
The MoU was signed by Al-Ameen Al-Hazmi, Chief Integrated Solutions Officer at Elm, and Cheikh Bakhoum, Director General of Sénégal Numérique. It outlines a collaborative effort to create and operate a digital archiving center in Senegal. Additionally, they will seek financial partners to fund the project and develop the necessary IT infrastructure to benefit Senegalese government agencies. The agreement also includes provisions for exploring further cooperation opportunities during its validity period, aligning with Elm’s vision to empower local companies and accelerate digital transformation.
Statements from Leadership
Majid bin Saad Al Arifi, Official Spokesman and CEO VP of the Marketing Sector at Elm, commented: “We are delighted to have signed this MoU with Sénégal Numérique, marking a significant strategic milestone in Elm's journey towards advancing digital transformation across the African continent. This collaboration promotes knowledge exchange and growth between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Senegal to realize their shared vision for an integrated digital future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to collaborative ventures and fostering innovation and growth in the digital sector. We also hope that this partnership will yield tangible economic and social benefits, boosting development with Elm’s innovative technical solutions and capabilities to enable a digitally connected life.”
Significance of GITEX AFRICA 2024
The MoU highlights the importance of GITEX AFRICA 2024 as a premier platform uniting diverse institutions and companies in the digital technology sector. The event facilitates communication and collaboration in an era where digitization is becoming increasingly crucial across the African continent, which is witnessing significant technological investment.
GITEX AFRICA 2024 featured numerous lectures and seminars on the latest technological advancements in cybersecurity, digital financing, artificial intelligence, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and investments. The event gathered major regional and international companies to showcase the latest innovations and technical solutions.
