Israeli software services leader Commit has acquired Savannah, a tech talent recruitment and placement platform focused on connecting African developers with global technology teams. The all-cash deal, estimated to be worth several million dollars, marks a strategic expansion by Commit into Africa’s emerging technology talent market.
Founded in 2022 by CEO Itai Azogui, Savannah has built a network of more than 100 experienced software developers across the African continent and successfully placed them with international companies including Firefly, Aqua Security, Port, and Bright Data. The business grew organically without external venture funding.
Under the acquisition, Savannah’s entire team—including Azogui—will join Commit, and the startup will operate as part of Commit’s Offshore division. The move expands Commit’s global footprint beyond its existing operations in Eastern Europe, Portugal, and Spain.
The global demand for skilled software developers—especially those experienced in AI and advanced product engineering—is at an all-time high. Traditional outsourcing hubs such as India and Eastern Europe have become more expensive and competitive, prompting companies to explore new talent markets.
Commit’s leadership says Africa represents a largely underleveraged reservoir of highly skilled, English-speaking engineers. The continent’s tech ecosystems, particularly in countries like Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria, are rapidly evolving and producing professionals with strong academic and practical capabilities.
“Africa is one of the highest-quality yet underleveraged talent markets in the world,” said Arik Feingold, Chairman and President of Commit. The acquisition positions Commit to be among the first major software services companies to establish a substantial presence in the region.
For African developers and the broader technology community, this acquisition could be a pivotal moment. It signals growing international recognition of African engineering talent and may unlock greater opportunities for local professionals to work with global startups and enterprises.
Savannah’s founder, Azogui, believes the partnership will allow the company’s model to scale globally, helping more international firms integrate African developers into their core teams—especially as demand for AI-related expertise continues to rise.
Commit’s acquisition of Savannah isn’t just an M&A transaction; it’s a signal that global tech firms are increasingly looking beyond traditional talent markets and recognising the value of African engineers. As competition for tech talent intensifies worldwide, Africa’s role in the global software workforce is set to grow.