Cassava Technologies & Google partner to bring Gemini to millions across Africa
Cassava Technologies, a global
technology leader of African heritage, has announced a strategic partnership to
expand access to Google's advanced AI, Gemini, across the continent.
The collaboration is built on two
key offers designed to remove the primary barriers of cost and data consumption
for consumers and businesses in Africa:
- A six-month extended trial of the Google AI
Plus plan, provided by Google. This
plan includes more access to Google’s most capable Gemini models, 200 GB
of storage, video generation, Gemini in Gmail and Docs and a higher limit
for image generation.
- Data-free access to the Gemini app. Cassava will work with its extensive network of technology service
providers to ensure that eligible users can use the Gemini app without
consuming any of their mobile data.
By leveraging the
extensive reach of Cassava’s partner network and the advanced capabilities of
Google’s AI solutions, this initiative will help more Africans access,
experience, and benefit from advanced AI technologies.
“We’re proud to
partner with Google to democratise access to digital solutions that empower
people and businesses. This partnership underscores a shared vision to make AI
more inclusive, accessible, and impactful across Africa’s rapidly digitising
economies. It’s about shaping a smarter, more connected, and more competitive
Africa,” said Hardy Pemhiwa, President & Group CEO of Cassava
Technologies.
“Our goal is to make Gemini
helpful for everyone. By partnering with Cassava, we're removing significant
barriers to AI adoption across Africa—specifically cost and connectivity. This
collaboration should help bring the full potential of Gemini to millions of
people, empowering them to learn, build, and create without worrying about data
consumption,” said Josh Woodward, VP, Google Labs, Gemini, & AI
Studio
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