As Rwandans mark the 30th anniversary of Liberation Day, it is crucial to acknowledge the strides the country has taken in becoming the foremost ICT Hub in Africa. AOS Ltd is a key player in this transformation, developing and operating crucial infrastructures that have advanced the digitalisation of the economy. AOS Ltd is a leading Cloud Data Centre serving Government institutions as well as private entities and individuals. Since 2014 when the operation started, AOS has continuously expanded its service scope beyond data centre services. Now, AOS offers its own Cloud Native applications to public and private entities and develops business applications covering various sectors, including justice and public procurement. Also, AOS has been one of the active partners of the Government in integrating and deploying various and huge scale ICT systems. AOS has played a key role in helping both the public and private sectors in Rwanda benefit from new technologies by providing cloud services and advanced IT systems. Among their notable projects is the Public Surveillance CCTV and Vehicle Enforcement System-Phase I, which has greatly improved crime prevention and detection, thereby enhancing the safety and security of local communities. It has also supported the Government’s paperless economy initiative by developing an e-procurement system called ‘Umucyo’. This system has greatly improved the transparency and ease of managing public tenders, advancing the country’s digital transformation efforts. Provision of high-quality data management services, system integration, and construction and expansion of data centres have enabled the country to manage its data independently. AOS has also focused on training local talent in software development, cloud platforms, system integration, and cybersecurity, allowing Rwandan engineers to handle complex projects without needing outside help. Additionally, AOS has significantly contributed to job creation, especially for the youth and women in Rwanda. The company has grown by 15 per cent over the past few years, employing numerous expert engineers for key projects. As part of their corporate social responsibility efforts, AOS has supported vulnerable citizens in the community. Message from AOS “Rwanda has been leading ICT in Africa and AOS is very proud to be part of this successful development journey. AOS has actively supported the fast growth, and we aim to be a leader in providing excellent online and cloud services on the continent,” said Seong Woo Kim, the Chief Executive Officer. “On this celebration of 30 years of liberation, AOS remains committed to Rwanda’s strive for excellence and wishes all Rwandans a Happy Liberation Day.” He noted that AOS is committed to enhancing data sovereignty by facilitating local hosting, ensuring that all companies in Rwanda can easily access affordable data management services locally. “We are also focused on fostering paperless and sustainable solutions by contributing to the digitalisation of public services through the Government Smart Administration System (GSAS),” he said. Mr. Kim stated that AOS has concentrated on developing exceptional skills to support the sustainability of advanced ICT infrastructure in Rwanda. “Moreover, the company has over the years, played a significant role in grooming and empowering local talents to provide Rwandan-made solutions that are also needed in the region, and these engineers have demonstrated quick adoption of new technologies and proven to be highly competitive in the ICT global market. “AOS is also looking forward to exporting its services in the region and abroad, aligning with Rwanda’s vision of becoming a regional ICT Hub.”
