Irene, Author at AfriGIS

AfriGIS Announces Partnership with iPulse Labs to Strengthen Market Offerings as part of Growth Strategy

We are proud to announce a strategic partnership with iPulse Labs, a leading cloud-based biometrics solutions provider. This collaboration aligns with our growth strategy, combining AfriGIS’ validated data with iPulse’s biometrics-as-a-service platform to enhance our collective market offerings. The partnership enables both companies to extend their reach and offer enhanced services, with AfriGIS gaining access to smaller markets previously beyond our scope. "Our shared history has allowed us to build a foundation of integrity and transparency," says Gary Chalmers, CEO of iPulse Labs. "This trust is invaluable in any partnership and allows us to tackle new challenges together." AfriGIS CEO Rochelle Mountany echoes this sentiment: "For us, partnerships are key to growth. By working with iPulse, we can offer new, scalable solutions that benefit businesses of all sizes."

Transforming Data into Actionable Insights for Banking and Financial Services

At AfriGIS, we specialise in transforming geospatial data into intelligent insights that drive growth and compliance in the banking and financial sector. Our solutions support Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, address validation, risk assessment, and strategic market expansion—helping financial institutions optimise operations while ensuring regulatory compliance. By leveraging authoritative data sources and cutting-edge technology, we provide banks with real-time address verification, climate-based risk analysis, and market insights that inform better lending, insurance, and expansion strategies. Discover how AfriGIS empowers banks to make smarter, data-driven decisions that benefit both businesses and communities.

Sophie Hasell Appointed Chief Revenue Officer at AfriGIS

AfriGIS is pleased to welcome Sophie Hasell as our new Chief Revenue Officer. A seasoned leader with 25+ years of experience in sales and business development, Sophie has a proven track record of driving growth and leading high-performance teams across industries, including financial services, public sector, and retail. As CRO, Sophie will spearhead revenue strategies, expand AfriGIS’s footprint in Africa, and enhance customer engagement with our trusted geospatial data solutions. Her experience at Microsoft SA, Ernst & Young SA, and T-Systems SA makes her the perfect fit to accelerate AfriGIS’s next growth phase.

Helen Hulett Appointed as Chief Sustainability Officer for AfriGIS

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Helen Hulett as our new Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). With over 17 years of experience at the intersection of water, sustainability, and business strategy, Helen has worked with leading global companies and organisations to address environmental challenges and drive innovative solutions for water security and sustainability.

AfriGIS Appoints Liza Nolte as New Business Development Manager

AfriGIS is proud to announce the appointment of Liza Nolte as its new Business Development Manager, effective 3 February 2025. Liza brings over 13 years of global industry experience, having worked in the UK and South Africa, gaining valuable international exposure. Most notably, she played a key role in driving inQuba’s global demand generation and marketing strategies while overseeing strategic partnerships with Microsoft, EY, and other key industry players. As AfriGIS continues its expansion across Southern Africa, Liza’s expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, and customer journey management will be instrumental in strengthening the company’s position as a leader in geospatial technology.