Phares Kariuki: Migrating Kenya to the Cloud | Coffee Pump (E011)

Welcome to "Coffee Pump" the caffeinated podcast where we brew up memorable moments! In episode 11, we’re thrilled to have Phares Kairuki, the dynamic CEO of Pure Infrastructure Limited, as our special guest. Phares is a trailblazer in the cloud computing arena, with an impressive 19-year journey shaping the cloud landscape in Africa. He’s been at the forefront of pioneering some of the earliest cloud platforms on the continent, making him a true visionary in the field. In our insightful conversation, we dive into: • The burgeoning cloud market in Kenya and its impact on the IT industry across East Africa. • Phares’ intriguing path into the ICT sector and the lessons learned along the way. • Expert tips for aspiring entrepreneurs eager to launch their own ventures. • The intricacies of raising capital in the tech world. • An engaging debate on Apple vs Android – a must-listen for tech enthusiasts! • And much, much more! Whether you’re an IT professional, a budding entrepreneur, or simply a tech aficionado, this episode is packed with valuable insights and engaging discussions. Find our Guest Phares Kariuki: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaboro?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app - Pure Infrastructure: https://www.pureinfrastructure.com - Twitter / X: https://x.com/kaboro?s=21 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaboro?igsh=enRrZHZyejB2MWl6 Phares also hosts his own podcast, The Pure Infrastructure Podcast, where he delves deeper into the world of ICT and technology trends with subject matter experts. Check it out here: Find our host Sajid Vayani: - Instagram: https://instagram.com/sajidvayani?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== - TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@sajvayani - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sajidvayani - Twitter / X: https://x.com/sajvayani?s=21 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to the Coffee Pump Podcast for more engaging content like this. Drop your thoughts and questions in the comments below – we’d love to hear from you! #CoffeePumpPodcast #PharesKairuki #CloudComputing #TechEntrepreneurship #KenyaIT #PureInfrastructure #AppleVsAndroid #TechPodcasts #Innovation