Sardina Systems announces a new partnership with Symbol Technologies, a leading Ethiopian ICT solutions provider based in Addis Ababa. With over 15 years of experience, SymbolTech delivers advanced solutions in cybersecurity, cloud and infrastructure, data center operations, and managed IT services.
Ethiopia is rapidly emerging as a key player in Africa’s digital transformation. According to IMARC Group, the Ethiopian cloud computing market reached USD 752 million in 2024 and is expected to grow to USD 5.5 billion by 2033, representing a remarkable 22.1% CAGR. This growth is driven by the Digital Ethiopia 2025 strategy, the rollout of 4G and 5G infrastructure, and the expansion of e-government, digital ID, and e-commerce initiatives.
“We see tremendous potential in the Ethiopian ICT landscape, especially with the rapid modernization of public services, the rise of digital payments, and expanding connectivity. OpenStack-based solutions like FishOS provide an ideal foundation for enterprises and institutions seeking scalable, cost-effective, and energy-efficient infrastructure. Partnering with Symbol Technologies allows us to deliver that innovation directly to the Ethiopian market”, –
Kenneth Tan, Executive Director at Sardina Systems.
Symbol Technologies provides end-to-end infrastructure and digital outsourcing services to local and international clients, helping organizations modernize operations and embrace data-driven decision-making.
By integrating Sardina Systems’ FishOS cloud management platform into its portfolio, Symbol Technologies advances its mission to empower organizations with secure, AI-driven, and sustainable ICT solutions that improve efficiency and resilience.
FishOS powers regulation-ready cloud infrastructure across a wide range of industries: from government and finance to education and healthcare, enabling digital transformation with predictable costs and enterprise-grade performance.
“Partnering with Sardina Systems marks an important milestone in our mission to drive digital transformation across Ethiopia and the wider African region. By integrating FishOS into our portfolio, we aim to empower organizations to streamline cloud operations through a powerful and future-ready platform that ensures scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Together, we’re enabling organizations to innovate faster and build resilient, data-driven infrastructures,” –
Fikadu Mengistu, CTO at Symbol Technologies.
What does this partnership bring to the Ethiopian and African market?
- Cost Efficiency: FishOS cuts cloud costs by up to 80% compared with public cloud, and 50% vs. DIY OpenStack deployments.
- Optimized Resource Utilization: FishOS maintains utilization rates of 50-80%, cuts energy consumption, and delivers up to 10x reductions in total cost of ownership.
- Zero-Downtime Upgrades: FishOS Upgrader guarantees continuous service availability during upgrades, eliminating disruption.
- High Availability & Automation: FishOS’ advanced monitoring and self-healing architecture deliver continuous reliability and intelligent scaling.
- Unlimited Expert Support: Every FishOS license includes direct access to Sardina Systems’ dedicated support team whenever it’s needed, without extra costs.
- Exclusive VMware Migration Offer: VMware users can migrate to FishOS for just 1 EUR, including pre-sales consultations, workload assessments, fixed licensing, and a comprehensive “white-glove” onboarding experience.
Contact Sardina Systems today for a complimentary consultation and explore how this partnership can accelerate your digital transformation with a smarter, more efficient cloud.