Tech Revolution: Raspberry Pi Targets Africa for Affordable Hardware Solutions 

British engineering company Raspberry Pi has set its sights on Africa, unveiling plans to introduce its low-cost computing solutions to businesses across Nigeria, Morocco, and Kenya. With a strong reputation for affordability and versatility, the company aims to address key technological gaps in sectors such as education, healthcare, and industrial automation.

At a recent product showcase in Lagos, Raspberry Pi’s Chief Commercial Officer, Mike Buffham, highlighted the company’s commitment to making high-performance computing more accessible. According to Buffham, affordability is a major factor in Raspberry Pi’s appeal, particularly in developing economies where cost remains a barrier to widespread digital adoption. “The affordability of our products makes them ideal for the African market,” Buffham stated. The Raspberry Pi 4, for instance, is available for as little as $45, making it a viable option for businesses and educational institutions. 

Transforming Education and Healthcare

Raspberry Pi originally developed its single-board computers for educational purposes, enabling students to learn programming and develop tech-driven projects. These devices have gradually been widely adopted across industries like healthcare, agriculture, and smart technology.

Ken Okolo, Raspberry Pi’s Sales Manager for Africa.

At the Lagos event, Ken Okolo, Raspberry Pi’s Sales Manager for Africa, addressed the critical need for accessible computing in education. He noted that many students in public schools are not introduced to computers until much later in their studies, limiting their exposure to digital literacy. “By equipping schools with low-cost devices, we can enhance learning experiences and prepare students for a tech-driven future,” Okolo explained. Beyond education, the company is also looking to modernize healthcare systems. Many hospitals in Africa still rely on paper-based record-keeping, making patient data management inefficient. Okolo believes that integrating Raspberry Pi devices into hospital systems could drive digital transformation, improving efficiency and patient care.