FinTech Magazine October 2020 | Page 229

21st Century Technologies

Wale Ajisebutu , the founder and CEO of 21st Century Technologies , has an ambitious goal - to achieve the extraordinary . Fuelled by a passion for technology and guided by the firm belief that Africa can be better connected to the digital world , he founded the company to use state-of-the-art infrastructure to provide world-class solutions . The vision is to become the foremost integrated ICT solutions provider in Africa .
21st Century Technologies has formed a beneficial partnership with Centili , borne out of the desire to rewrite the history of technology in Africa .
“ Our combined experiences and knowledge of technology is legendary ,” says Ajisebutu . “ I have always believed that one of the key elements of success is partnering with esteemed organisations such as Centili , principally to leverage on both companies ’ core competencies to build the most advanced digital services in Africa .”
Ajisebutu believes 21st Century Technologies and Centili are similar in many ways . He says they both started out from humble beginnings , have experienced rapid growth , and are now having significant impact on the region and beyond .
“ 21st Century Technologies is a regional powerhouse with huge infrastructure and a mission to provide world-class solutions to our valued customers through highly motivated talent and strategic alliances ,” says Ajisebutu . “ Our partnership with Centili will bring digital transformation to Africa which many economic sectors deserve . More importantly , it helps create a sense of focus and determination to succeed .” There is an African saying that goes ‘ If you want to go quickly , go alone . If you want to go far , go together ’. 21st Century Technologies has chosen Centili to go far enough to transform business in Africa .
Partnership with Centili Working with Centili has allowed 21st Century Technologies to build the most compelling aggregator platform in Nigeria . This solution will propel 21st Century Technologies to become the number-one aggregator VAS business operator on the continent . The partnership sees both companies creating digital services that will revolutionise everything from online retail to gaming , logistics to financial services , e-commerce to entertainment . As well as creating affordable access to technology and information , they are building new products and services that are deeply
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relevant to Africa . Together , they are using technology to solve complex problems for key industries as diverse as healthcare and aviation , as well as empowering people to use technology as a resource for liberty .
Digital transformation As the world adapts to the new normal , 21st Century Technologies is accelerating digital transformation . “ We aim to position 21st Century Technologies as a company with operations across Africa to take advantage of emerging opportunities ,” | says Ajisebutu . “ We sincerely believe our activities will move Africa ’ s digital economy towards a new era , with the internet and data at its heart .” Ajisebutu believes the time is right for tech companies to grasp these opportunities , and building on infrastructure is key . Over the years , 21st Century Technologies has invested heavily in holistic infrastructure with artificial intelligence ( AI ) and machine learning ( ML ) capabilities .
The current infrastructure includes : - 36MW data centre across Nigeria - Technology park - Innovation centres - Cybersecurity centre - An Academy - Software Development Centre - Fibre Optics network - Green energy buildings
21st Century Technologies is building the most compelling ecosystem and infrastructure that will change lives , empower customers , and deliver the future .
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