Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies, has officially opened Africa’s first Partner Experience Centre powered by Google Cloud in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Launched on 8 April 2026, the state-of-the-art facility is designed to move partners and resellers beyond traditional distribution roles by providing an immersive, hands-on environment where they can architect, test, and deploy cloud and AI solutions tailored specifically to African market requirements.
This initiative marks a significant step in building a robust, localised cloud and AI ecosystem across the continent, combining global innovation with regional expertise and infrastructure.
Core Objectives and Functionality of the Centre
The Partner Experience Centre is structured to deliver practical, measurable value to partners through three interconnected pillars:
- Accelerated Partner Enablement: Partners follow a structured onboarding journey to achieve official Google Cloud accreditation and certification. The centre provides technical training delivered jointly by Liquid C2 and Google specialists, along with Proof-of-Concept support and local currency billing capabilities.
- AI and Technology Innovation: Partners gain direct access to enterprise-grade technologies, including Gemini Enterprise and a dedicated “Gemini Playspace” for rapid AI experimentation. Specialist engineers are available on-site to collaborate on designing bespoke solutions that address real African business challenges.
- Economic Growth and Localisation: The facility serves as a collaborative hub for developing industry-specific platforms for financial services, healthcare, retail, and other key sectors. It supports the creation of localised technical expertise and contributes to job creation through skills development and ecosystem expansion.
Partners can prototype, test, and scale digital solutions under real-world African conditions before bringing them to market through Liquid C2’s extensive distribution network.
Leadership Perspectives
At Cassava Technologies, we believe the future of Africa’s digital transformation will be shaped through strong ecosystems that combine global innovation with local infrastructure and expertise. The Partner Experience Centre powered by Google Cloud creates a practical environment where organisations can explore, test, and scale solutions that deliver real business value
Ziaad Suleman, Senior Vice President at Cassava Technologies and CEO for South Africa & Botswana
This is a pivotal moment in our commitment to Africa’s digital future. The Partner Experience Centre is a testament to our belief in the power of a strong partner ecosystem. By combining our advanced AI capabilities, including our Gemini models, with Liquid C2’s localised expertise, we are building a hub for innovation that will empower businesses, create jobs, and deliver the benefits of digital transformation to every corner of the continent
Tara Brady, President of Google Cloud EMEA
Strategic Significance for Africa’s Digital Ecosystem
The launch of the Partner Experience Centre strengthens Liquid C2’s and Cassava Technologies’ commitment to building inclusive digital ecosystems.
By combining world-class cloud and AI capabilities with continental infrastructure and partner enablement, the initiative addresses key barriers to adoption, including limited technical skills, lack of localised solutions, and insufficient hands-on support.
The centre is expected to accelerate the development and deployment of AI-enabled solutions that reduce operational risk, improve efficiency, and unlock new growth opportunities for African businesses, particularly in financial services, healthcare, and retail.
Liquid C2 Overview
Liquid C2 provides managed security, cloud, and digital transformation services. Liquid C2 careers and Liquid recruitment relate to job opportunities in cybersecurity, cloud, and network operations.
Liquid C2 training includes cybersecurity awareness, SOC, and managed security service programmes offered to enterprise clients. Liquid C2 Cloudflare refers to partnerships integrating security and performance solutions.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (formerly Liquid Telecom) operates Liquid networks across Africa, delivering fibre connectivity and cloud services.
Liquid Telecom Kenya is the group’s local operating entity providing enterprise connectivity, data centres, and managed services.
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