As demand for digital content creation, gaming, and AI workloads grows across Africa and the

wider MEA region, the need for faster, higher-capacity, and more reliable storage has never been greater.

Sandisk returns to GITEX AFRICA 2026 (April 7–9, Marrakech) with its most ambitious showcase

yet: the launch of the SANDISK Optimus™ SSD product brand in Africa, alongside a new three-tier

Portable SSD portfolio. The Sandisk booth at GITEX AFRICA features dedicated zones covering five

SANDISK Optimus™: High-Performance Storage for African Users

Ghassan Azzi, Sales Director Africa at Sandisk, said:

“The launch of SANDISK Optimus™ in Africa brings together the best of our internal SSD

heritage under a single performance-driven identity.

We are also proud to introduce our latest generation of portable SSDs designed for everyone, from

everyday users to professional content creators.”

The SANDISK Optimus™ brand consists of three performance tiers:

SANDISK Optimus™: High-performance drives for content creators, balancing speed and affordability.

SANDISK Optimus™ GX: Gaming-focused SSDs offering ultra-fast load times and power efficiency.

SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO: Flagship SSDs for developers, professionals, and gamers seeking maximum performance and capacity.

New Portable SSD Portfolio Supports Growing Digital Workflows

Sandisk is also introducing a new three-tier Portable SSD lineup in Africa:

SANDISK® Portable SSD: Reliable everyday storage for students, office workers, and families, with read

speeds up to 1,000 MB/s.

SANDISK Extreme® Portable SSD: For creative professionals handling large files, offering read speeds up

to 2,000 MB/s and IP65 protection.

SANDISK Extreme PRO® Portable SSD: Professional-grade drives for filmmakers, designers, and

production teams, with speeds up to 4,000 MB/s.

Dedicated Zones for Creators, Gamers, and Mobile Users

At GITEX AFRICA 2026, Sandisk will feature:

Creator Series: Professional tools for every step of the creative workflow.

Gaming Zone: Explore high-performance gaming with SANDISK Optimus™ GX.

Mobility Range: Latest USB drives and memory cards for high-speed mobile storage.

Visitors can discover the full Sandisk SSD 2026 lineup at the Sandisk booth in Marrakech, Morocco

, from April 7 to 9, 2026.