WSO2, a leader in enterprise digital infrastructure technology, has opened its first office in Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa. This move highlights the continent’s growing significance in the company’s global strategy. The investment coincides with a trend among African governments, banks, telecom providers, and retailers to modernize legacy systems in preparation for artificial intelligence.
The Johannesburg office is part of WSO2’s broader expansion plan across the African continent. Over the coming years, the company aims to extend its presence into additional markets in East, West, and North Africa while focusing on sustainable value creation and strong local partnerships.
Focus on African Market Growth
WSO2’s announcement comes shortly before WSO2Con Africa, which is set to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 22 to 24. This will be the first time the flagship technology conference is held on the continent, gathering business and technology leaders to discuss topics such as modernization, integration, and the rise of agentic AI.
“Africa isn’t a peripheral market for WSO2. It’s one of the fastest-growing parts of our business, and this office launch reflects our long-term commitment to the region. Organizations across the continent are moving from experimentation to execution,” said Dinal Gooneratne, Vice President and General Manager of WSO2 Africa. “Establishing a permanent presence in Johannesburg allows us to work more closely with customers and partners as they modernize critical systems and adopt AI at scale.”
In the past two years, Africa has emerged as one of WSO2’s fastest-growing regions, achieving approximately 30% year-on-year revenue growth. The company’s client base has expanded from about 40 to more than 65 organizations, spanning 25 countries, including significant growth in Benin, Egypt, and Côte d’Ivoire.
Public sector adoption has played a crucial role in this growth. Notable clients include Uganda’s National Information Technology Authority, Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum & Mineral Resources, and the Kenya Revenue Authority, all utilizing WSO2 technology to deliver secure, efficient digital services.
WSO2 attributes its success to three converging trends: a rising demand for digital-first experiences across industries, increased investment in legacy modernization, and a growing interest in AI initiatives requiring secure, connected digital infrastructure.
WSO2’s open-source platform enables organizations to utilize a flexible deployment model across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments, maintaining control over their data and infrastructure. This model aligns with increasing regional emphasis on digital sovereignty and open standards, as seen in Kenya’s recent draft AI policy.
The company’s expansion efforts have been bolstered by a network of regional partners, and WSO2 plans to invest further in these relationships to provide localized expertise and support throughout Africa.
“WSO2’s decision to establish a permanent presence in Johannesburg sends a strong signal to the market,” said Steven Grundlingh, Business Development Executive at DeARX. “Having WSO2 on the ground will accelerate collaboration and deliver even greater value for our shared customers.”
“As governments and financial institutions across Africa increasingly prioritize data sovereignty and open standards, WSO2 is well positioned to support those ambitions,” added Shailendra Yadav, CEO of Sybyl Kenya.
WSO2Con Africa will feature hands-on workshops and customer stories, showcasing how organizations are building and managing AI agents, highlighting the ongoing digital transformation across the region.
