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The Star
a day ago
- Business
- The Star
Kasada targets first North Africa hotel deal
Kasada Capital aims to close a fund for investments in Morocco by the end of the year. — Bloomberg ABU DHABI: Kasada Capital Management, a private equity firm backed by Qatar's US$524bil sovereign wealth fund, expects to strike a hotel deal in Morocco in the first half of 2026, marking its entry into North Africa's booming hospitality and tourism industry. The hospitality-focused firm, whose backers include the Qatar Investment Authority and French hotel group Accor SA, has set up an office in Casablanca to assess opportunities and aims to close a fund for investments in Morocco by the end of the year. The North African Kingdom received 17.4 million tourists last year. That eclipsed Egypt as the most visited country in Africa. The country is expected to draw soccer fans from all over the world when it holds the Africa Cup of Nations tournament in 2025-26, and co-hosts the FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal in 2030. 'North Africa is a priority for us,' Olivier Granet, Kasada's managing partner and co-chief executive officer, said in an interview. 'Morocco is, today, the number one tourism destination on the African continent,' Granet said. 'And, for us, to become the leading platform we have to become pan- African.' Kasada has focused on sub-Saharan Africa since closing its first fund of about US$500mil in 2019. Its portfolio of 19 hotels across seven countries in the region include South Africa's iconic Cape Grace as well as upscale Pullman-branded properties in major cities in Kenya, Ivory Coast and Senegal. Africa is a burgeoning market for travel driven by strong economic growth, an expanding middle class, increasing consumer-spending power and growing air connectivity. It was the best-performing tourism region in the world in 2024 after the Middle East, with foreign arrivals 7% above pre-pandemic levels, according to the United Nations tourism agency. Kasada's ambitions for Morocco dovetail with its plans to grow its portfolio across the budget and luxury hotel segments in key cities in sub-Saharan Africa, while balancing the revenue earned from letting out rooms with that from its food and beverage, co-working and events offerings. 'The African continent is, frankly, enormous but the penetration levels are still fairly low,' said David Damiba, Kasada's managing partner and co-chief executive officer. 'We think that there's scope to increase the scale of what we've built already by a factor of two to three times fairly easily in these markets while being concentrated to take advantage of our scale in core cities.' — Bloomberg
Morocco World
a day ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Kasada Seeks 2026 Hotel Deal in Morocco
Rabat – Hospitality investment platform Kasada is eyeing a hotel deal in Morocco, Bloomberg reported today. The company expects to make its entry into North Africa's tourism industry in the first half of 2026. The same source added that the company has already started to take action, opening of an office in Casablanca to explore opportunities present in Morocco. Kasada's managing partner and co-Chief Executive Officer, Olivier Granet, acknowledged the group's priority is North Africa, especially Morocco, which is now the number one tourism destination on the African continent. 'For us to be the leading platform, we have to become pan African,' Granet told Bloomberg. Morocco has been breaking records on the continent, with millions of arrivals secured in all seasons. Morocco welcomed 17.4 million tourists, with arrivals representing a 20% increase compared to 2023. The data is unprecedented in Morocco and has exceeded the target set by the country for 2026. The number of arrivals also made Morocco the most-visited country in all of Africa. 'Over the five years, Morocco has averaged USD 3.5 billion in FDI annually across all sectors,' UN Tourism said recently, noting that $2.2 billion was allocated to the sector between 2014 and 2023. Reports also stressed how Morocco is outpacing Egypt to become a regional leader in the industry. Bloomberg joined the chorus emphasizing Morocco's tourism appeal, recalling the country's assets, alongside the upcoming international competition it is hosting, like the AFCON in 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 2030. David Damiba, Kasada's managing partner and co-chief executive officer, echoed Granet's remarks, stressing how Africa presents enormous opportunities. 'We think that there's scope to increase the scale of what we've built already by a factor of two to three times fairly easily in these markets while being concentrated to take advantage of our scale in core cities,' he said. Beyond its interest in Morocco, Kasada is ambitious to grow its business and presence across luxury hospitality in different areas in sub-Saharan Africa, Bloomberg added. Tags: 2019 tourismAfrican tourists
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kasada Ranks #4 Among Australia's Best Technology Employers in 2025
Recognized as one of Australia's Best Workplaces™ in Technology for third year in a row SYDNEY & MELBOURNE, Australia, May 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kasada, the pioneers transcending bot management by countering the human minds behind automated threats, today announced its recognition as one of Australia's Best Workplaces™ in Technology for 2025. The prestigious honour, awarded by Great Place to Work®, celebrates Kasada's ongoing investment in building an inclusive, empowering, and high-trust workplace culture. In a fiercely competitive field of innovators and disruptors, Kasada's consistent recognition reflects its commitment to creating a workplace where employees thrive. Backed by confidential employee feedback and extensive culture analytics, Kasada continues to exceed national benchmarks, proving that you don't have to sacrifice team well-being to lead in cybersecurity innovation. "Our team is what makes Kasada exceptional," said Sam Crowther, CEO and Founder of Kasada. "This award highlights the culture we've worked hard to cultivate, one where people are trusted, supported, and motivated to make an impact. We're building more than just world-class technology; we're building a workplace that empowers people to do their best work, every day." At the heart of Kasada's culture is a focus on care, innovation, and impact, values that shape every part of the employee experience. From remote-friendly flexibility to continuous learning and meaningful work that protects hundreds of millions of internet users from malicious bots, employees are empowered to own their careers while contributing to a mission that matters. The Best Workplaces™ in Technology List uses the Great Place to Work For All™ methodology, evaluating how organisations cultivate trust, fairness, and innovation across their teams. For Kasada, this recognition is not just about perks or policies, it's a reflection of its deep-rooted belief that culture is a strategic advantage. "The 2025 Best Workplaces in Technology list highlights companies that understand culture is a business asset," said Rebecca Moulynox, General Manager of Great Place To Work ANZ. "These organisations are showing that when you build a workplace where people feel trusted, included and supported, innovation and business success follow naturally." As Kasada continues to expand globally, this award reinforces its reputation not only as a cybersecurity innovator, but as a destination employer for those who want to be part of something bigger. To learn more about career opportunities at Kasada, visit: About Great Place To Work Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, we have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. About Great Place To Work Certification Great Place to Work® Certification™ is recognised worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the gold standard for identifying and recognising outstanding employee experience and company culture. About Kasada Kasada has developed a radical approach to defeating automated cyber threats based on its unmatched understanding of the human minds behind them. The Kasada platform overcomes the shortcomings of traditional bot management to provide immediate and enduring protection for web, mobile, and API channels. Its invisible, dynamic defenses provide a seamless user experience and eliminate the need for ineffective, annoying CAPTCHAs. Our team handles the bots so customers have freedom to focus on growing their businesses, not defending it. Kasada is based in New York and Sydney, with hubs in Melbourne, Boston, San Francisco, and London. For more information, please visit and follow on X, LinkedIn, and Facebook. View source version on Contacts enquiries@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Kasada Ranks #4 Among Australia's Best Technology Employers in 2025
SYDNEY & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 8, 2025-- Kasada, the pioneers transcending bot management by countering the human minds behind automated threats, today announced its recognition as one of Australia's Best Workplaces™ in Technology for 2025. The prestigious honour, awarded by Great Place to Work®, celebrates Kasada's ongoing investment in building an inclusive, empowering, and high-trust workplace culture. In a fiercely competitive field of innovators and disruptors, Kasada's consistent recognition reflects its commitment to creating a workplace where employees thrive. Backed by confidential employee feedback and extensive culture analytics, Kasada continues to exceed national benchmarks, proving that you don't have to sacrifice team well-being to lead in cybersecurity innovation. 'Our team is what makes Kasada exceptional,' said Sam Crowther, CEO and Founder of Kasada. 'This award highlights the culture we've worked hard to cultivate, one where people are trusted, supported, and motivated to make an impact. We're building more than just world-class technology; we're building a workplace that empowers people to do their best work, every day.' At the heart of Kasada's culture is a focus on care, innovation, and impact, values that shape every part of the employee experience. From remote-friendly flexibility to continuous learning and meaningful work that protects hundreds of millions of internet users from malicious bots, employees are empowered to own their careers while contributing to a mission that matters. The Best Workplaces™ in Technology List uses the Great Place to Work For All™ methodology, evaluating how organisations cultivate trust, fairness, and innovation across their teams. For Kasada, this recognition is not just about perks or policies, it's a reflection of its deep-rooted belief that culture is a strategic advantage. 'The 2025 Best Workplaces in Technology list highlights companies that understand culture is a business asset,' said Rebecca Moulynox, General Manager of Great Place To Work ANZ. 'These organisations are showing that when you build a workplace where people feel trusted, included and supported, innovation and business success follow naturally.' As Kasada continues to expand globally, this award reinforces its reputation not only as a cybersecurity innovator, but as a destination employer for those who want to be part of something bigger. To learn more about career opportunities at Kasada, visit: About Great Place To Work Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, we have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. About Great Place To Work Certification Great Place to Work® Certification™ is recognised worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the gold standard for identifying and recognising outstanding employee experience and company culture. About Kasada Kasada has developed a radical approach to defeating automated cyber threats based on its unmatched understanding of the human minds behind them. The Kasada platform overcomes the shortcomings of traditional bot management to provide immediate and enduring protection for web, mobile, and API channels. Its invisible, dynamic defenses provide a seamless user experience and eliminate the need for ineffective, annoying CAPTCHAs. Our team handles the bots so customers have freedom to focus on growing their businesses, not defending it. Kasada is based in New York and Sydney, with hubs in Melbourne, Boston, San Francisco, and London. For more information, please visit and follow on X, LinkedIn, and Facebook. View source version on [email protected] KEYWORD: AUSTRALIA/OCEANIA AUSTRALIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: APPS/APPLICATIONS MOBILE/WIRELESS ONLINE PRIVACY TECHNOLOGY HUMAN RESOURCES SECURITY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SOFTWARE NETWORKS DATA MANAGEMENT SOURCE: Kasada Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/08/2025 07:05 PM/DISC: 05/08/2025 07:05 PM
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Kasada Ranks #4 Among Australia's Best Technology Employers in 2025
SYDNEY & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kasada, the pioneers transcending bot management by countering the human minds behind automated threats, today announced its recognition as one of Australia's Best Workplaces™ in Technology for 2025. The prestigious honour, awarded by Great Place to Work®, celebrates Kasada's ongoing investment in building an inclusive, empowering, and high-trust workplace culture. 'Our team is what makes Kasada exceptional,' said Sam Crowther, CEO and Founder of Kasada. 'This award highlights the culture we've worked hard to cultivate, one where people are trusted, supported, and motivated to make an impact." Share In a fiercely competitive field of innovators and disruptors, Kasada's consistent recognition reflects its commitment to creating a workplace where employees thrive. Backed by confidential employee feedback and extensive culture analytics, Kasada continues to exceed national benchmarks, proving that you don't have to sacrifice team well-being to lead in cybersecurity innovation. 'Our team is what makes Kasada exceptional,' said Sam Crowther, CEO and Founder of Kasada. 'This award highlights the culture we've worked hard to cultivate, one where people are trusted, supported, and motivated to make an impact. We're building more than just world-class technology; we're building a workplace that empowers people to do their best work, every day.' At the heart of Kasada's culture is a focus on care, innovation, and impact, values that shape every part of the employee experience. From remote-friendly flexibility to continuous learning and meaningful work that protects hundreds of millions of internet users from malicious bots, employees are empowered to own their careers while contributing to a mission that matters. The Best Workplaces™ in Technology List uses the Great Place to Work For All™ methodology, evaluating how organisations cultivate trust, fairness, and innovation across their teams. For Kasada, this recognition is not just about perks or policies, it's a reflection of its deep-rooted belief that culture is a strategic advantage. "The 2025 Best Workplaces in Technology list highlights companies that understand culture is a business asset," said Rebecca Moulynox, General Manager of Great Place To Work ANZ. "These organisations are showing that when you build a workplace where people feel trusted, included and supported, innovation and business success follow naturally." As Kasada continues to expand globally, this award reinforces its reputation not only as a cybersecurity innovator, but as a destination employer for those who want to be part of something bigger. To learn more about career opportunities at Kasada, visit: About Great Place To Work Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, we have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. About Great Place To Work Certification Great Place to Work® Certification™ is recognised worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the gold standard for identifying and recognising outstanding employee experience and company culture. About Kasada Kasada has developed a radical approach to defeating automated cyber threats based on its unmatched understanding of the human minds behind them. The Kasada platform overcomes the shortcomings of traditional bot management to provide immediate and enduring protection for web, mobile, and API channels. Its invisible, dynamic defenses provide a seamless user experience and eliminate the need for ineffective, annoying CAPTCHAs. Our team handles the bots so customers have freedom to focus on growing their businesses, not defending it. Kasada is based in New York and Sydney, with hubs in Melbourne, Boston, San Francisco, and London. For more information, please visit and follow on X, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
