•Extend Zinox’s tech, power tools across continent
By Prince Osuagwu Hi-Tech Editor
Zinox Technologies and TD Africa have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening Africa’s technology ecosystem and expanding access to locally manufactured technology solutions across the continent.
The partnership was officially announced on Friday at a press conference attended by industry stakeholders, journalists and partners from both organisations. The collaboration is expected to enhance the distribution and availability of indigenous technology products while promoting digital inclusion and technological self-reliance in Africa.
Under the agreement, Zinox Technologies, widely regarded as Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading indigenous technology manufacturer, will leverage TD Africa’s extensive distribution network, which spans 43 African countries. TD Africa is known for distributing global brands such as HP, Microsoft, Dell and Cisco.
Speaking at the event, Coordinating Managing Director of TD Africa, Chioma Chimere, described the partnership as a significant milestone for the continent’s technology industry.
“Today represents a moment where Africa meets Africa,” she said, noting that Zinox stands out as an indigenous manufacturer that designs products specifically to address local challenges. She added that the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to delivering technology solutions tailored to African realities.
Executive Director and Human Resources Head at Zinox Technologies, Chioma Nwoke, said the partnership aligns with the company’s founding vision of creating dependable technology standards in Africa. According to her, the agreement goes beyond commercial interests and extends to digital education, enterprise development and nation-building.
“This partnership sends a strong signal that African technology can compete, innovate and lead,” she said.
Providing further insight into the company’s operations, Head of Research and Development at Zinox, Moses Edoh, highlighted the firm’s track record in innovation. He noted that Zinox was the first company to introduce hybrid inverters in Nigeria and emphasised that its products are designed to meet the specific needs of local consumers.
Zinox’s product portfolio includes smart boards, personal computers, tablets, desktops, monitors and point-of-sale systems. Through its iPower brand, the company also manufactures renewable energy solutions such as hybrid inverters, solar panels, lithium and tubular batteries, MPPT solar charge controllers and solar street lights. Its iTEC division produces generators, while its consumer electronics line features AI QLED smart televisions, microwave ovens and rechargeable fans.
Partners at the event attested to the durability and reliability of Zinox products, urging increased awareness of locally manufactured technology as a viable alternative to imported brands.
With TD Africa’s distribution capacity now supporting Zinox’s product range, the companies said customers and partners across the continent would benefit from improved access to innovative solutions. The collaboration will also promote flexible models such as Just Own It (JOI), Technology as a Service (TaaS) and Product as a Service (PaS), aimed at making technology more accessible and affordable.
Industry observers say the partnership represents a significant step toward strengthening indigenous manufacturing, expanding market reach and reinforcing Africa’s capacity to produce and distribute globally competitive technology solutions.
President Tinubu Salutes Leo Stan Ekeh at 70, Says He’s a ‘Pioneering Innovator’
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr Leo Stan Ekeh, Founder and Chairman of Zinox Group, on his 70th birthday on February 22, describing him as “one of Nigeria’s pioneering innovators in the information technology sector.”
A statement by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy) noted that the President recalled the launch of Zinox range of indigenous computer products and accessories in 2001, an event Tinubu described as “a groundbreaking moment for indigenous technology production.”
“President Tinubu celebrates with the accomplished entrepreneur on his Platinum Jubilee, describing him as one of Nigeria’s pioneering innovators in the information technology sector.
“He acknowledges Mr Ekeh’s contributions to the growth of the nation’s manufacturing and information technology ecosystem and commends him for being a pace-setter and dynamic industrialist.
“The President also commends the entrepreneur for his commitment to promoting the Nigerian brand and creating opportunities for young Nigerians.
“As the Chairman of Zinox Group celebrates this milestone, President Tinubu wishes him good health and more years of groundbreaking accomplishments,” the statement said.
It should be noted that President Tinubu played prominent role in 2001 during the launch of Zinox when he was Governor of Lagos State as he hosted Mr. Ekeh to a private dinner at his official lodge.
Tinubu, famed for being a business-friendly leader, did not only grace the occasion at Eko Hotel, Lagos, he added a seal of approval for indigenous production of tech products.
Both Tinubu and the then Vice President Atiku Abubakar who was Special Guest of Honour described the event as the biggest tech launch in the history of Nigeria. Other dignitaries at the launch were then President of the Senate, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, many governors, parliamentarians, ministers, captains of industry including bank chief executive officers, members of the Diplomatic Corps, organised labour leaders including Adams Oshiomhole who was then President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), etcetera.
Ekeh currently presides over Zinox Group consisting of Zinox Technologies; Task Systems, TD Africa, the biggest tech distribution company in sub-Saharan Africa; Konga (Africa’s foremost truly composite e-commerce outpost combining offline-online mix in service delivery), TD Mobile, to name a few, within the conglomerate.
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