Global IT solutions provider Virtuosoft is setting the stage for a transformative entry into Africa’s tech landscape with a bold pledge to create 5,000 jobs across the continent by 2030.
In an exclusive interview conducted by Techparley Africa on July 22, 2025, Virtuosoft’s Chief Operating Officer, Azher Rizvi, revealed the company’s ambitious five-year roadmap for entering and transforming Africa’s digital services ecosystem.
The Pakistani-based global IT firm, known for its cutting-edge solutions in AI, data science, cybersecurity, software QA, and cloud services, is making strategic moves to establish delivery centers across West and Southern Africa.
Operating already in USA, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and France, Virtuosoft’s expansion into Africa is rooted in what it describes as a “shared vision of inclusive digital growth,” with Nigeria and Ghana identified as priority markets and exploratory engagements ongoing in South Africa and Egypt.
Projections for Job Creation and Training in Africa
Virtuosoft aims to be a catalyst for economic empowerment through aggressive talent development and employment generation.
According to Rizvi, the company plans to train over 5,000 local professionals in data, AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, establishing Africa as both a talent hub and innovation engine.
Furthermore, it targets the establishment of multiple delivery centers in West and Southern Africa, partnerships with over 100 African businesses, and the co-creation of more than 20 technology products tailored to solve regional challenges in sectors like healthcare, finance, and energy.
“We believe Africa’s dynamic youth population and rising entrepreneurial spirit make it a natural extension of our mission to empower emerging markets through technology,” Rizvi stated.
Planned Impact Measurement Strategies
Virtuosoft’s strategy includes robust impact assessment mechanisms that blend economic, social, and innovation metrics.
Economically, success will be tracked through job creation, client outcomes, and value-added services. On the social side, the company emphasizes community upskilling, partnerships with local institutions, and fostering innovation-driven ecosystems.
Innovation will be measured by the number of localized solutions developed and the extent of digital inclusion achieved across targeted regions.
“Our dual-impact model ensures we deliver technical excellence while investing in capacity building and community empowerment,” Rizvi explained.
What’s In It for Africans?
African entrepreneurs and tech talent stand to gain significant opportunities from Virtuosoft’s market entry.
The company pledges to offer access to affordable, high-quality AI and software development services, and facilitate joint ventures and innovation labs with African firms.
It also plans to deploy localized delivery models through models like Team-as-a-Service (TaaS) and Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT), supported by regionally based teams and pricing strategies tailored to local realities.
“We are committed to building long-term partnerships, not just market share. Our approach is about co-creating value with African innovators,” Rizvi added.
As Africa positions itself as a fast-growing digital frontier, Virtuosoft’s model may serve as a blueprint for responsible and inclusive tech expansion.
The company’s bold targets underscore a future where local capacity, not foreign dependency, drives innovation and development.
Talking Points
Virtuosoft’s African expansion represents a textbook case of strategic market entry aligned with sustainable development goals.
What makes this move particularly noteworthy isn’t just the scope; 5,000 professionals to be trained, 100+ business partnerships, 20+ locally tailored products, but the intentionality behind it.
They’re not simply offshoring operations for cost-effectiveness; they’re embedding themselves into the fabric of Africa’s digital future through talent investment, co-creation, and infrastructure development.
In a region often treated as a consumer base rather than a contributor to global innovation, VirtuSoft’s dual-impact model stands out.
Their commitment to localized delivery models, joint ventures, and community upskilling suggests a long-term vision that could help shift Africa from digital dependency to digital leadership.
It’s also a reminder that meaningful innovation doesn’t happen in isolation, it flourishes in ecosystems built on trust, relevance, and shared value.
If executed with consistency and respect for local contexts, Virtuosoft might not only win contracts but earn influence as a trusted digital development partner across the continent.
