In a strategic move to solidify its presence in the rapidly growing digital landscape of Africa, HOSTAFRICA, a leading South African provider of hosting solutions, has successfully acquired the web hosting business of Lenasi Hosting, a prominent player in the Kenyan web hosting market. The acquisition, effective from December 21, 2023, marks HOSTAFRICA’s commitment to expanding its reach across the continent and diversifying its product offerings.
This announcement follows HOSTAFRICA’s recent acquisitions in Kenya, including EAC Directory in December 2022 and Sasahost, demonstrating the company’s keen interest in establishing a strong foothold in one of Africa’s burgeoning technological hubs.
“Kenya is a growing technological hub within Africa, and Lenasi Hosting has shown that it is a performer in Kenya’s thriving digital sector. This acquisition is a strategic step for us as we look to amplify our global performance while enhancing the local Twende Kazi (‘let’s work’) spirit in our offerings. We believe this union will marry our technological prowess with the local specifics to bring even greater returns for our clients,” explained HOSTAFRICA CEO Michael Osterloh.
Lenasi Hosting, a key player in the Kenyan web hosting market for seven years, has built a strong reputation for providing exceptional domain registration and web hosting services. The company’s dedication to customer satisfaction and innovative solutions has made it a reliable partner for businesses striving to thrive in the digital space.
“This acquisition is a strategic move that will benefit both Lenasi and HOSTAFRICA. Lenasi has built a strong reputation and loyal customer base in the web hosting market, while HOSTAFRICA has the scale, reach, and innovation to take it to the next level,” said Newton Mwaniki, CEO of Lenasi Hosting.
Under the HOSTAFRICA brand, Lenasi Hosting will be fully integrated, bringing forth several key changes to enhance the customer experience. These changes include an upgraded customer support system and an improved selection of products and services. The integration aims to combine Lenasi Hosting’s local expertise with HOSTAFRICA’s global resources, providing clients with an even more robust and diverse range of hosting solutions.
HOSTAFRICA’s latest acquisition reinforces its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of businesses in Africa’s dynamic digital landscape. As the company continues to expand its footprint, clients can expect enhanced services and unparalleled support, reflecting HOSTAFRICA’s dedication to delivering cutting-edge hosting solutions across the continent.
Charles Rapulu Udoh is a Lagos-based lawyer, who has several years of experience working in Africa’s burgeoning tech startup industry. He has closed multi-million dollar deals bordering on venture capital, private equity, intellectual property (trademark, patent or design, etc.), mergers and acquisitions, in countries such as in the Delaware, New York, UK, Singapore, British Virgin Islands, South Africa, Nigeria etc. He’s also a corporate governance and cross-border data privacy and tax expert. As an award-winning writer and researcher, he is passionate about telling the African startup story, and is one of the continent’s pioneers in this regard