hayo, a digital infrastructure provider, has become a member of the Linux Foundation and joined the CAMARA Project, aiming to speed up the rollout of network APIs across Africa and the Middle East. According to IDC research, the worldwide network API market is projected to rise from $1.5 billion in 2025 to $6.9 billion by 2029. This move reflects hayo dedication to building open standards that support digital identity, fraud prevention and reliable authentication in fast-growing regions.
Within the Linux Foundation, CAMARA defines and tests northbound telco APIs for service management, working with the GSMA Operator Platform Group to align requirements and publish specifications. As a CAMARA consultant and infrastructure partner, hayo works with mobile network operators, hyperscalers, CPaaS providers, aggregators and enterprises to deliver standardized network APIs. The suite covers Number Verification, SIM Swap Detection, Device Location/Status, Know Your Customer Match and Quality on Demand. Feraz Ahmed, CEO of hayo, stressed that network APIs are essential foundations for next‑generation digital services and that operators of any size should be able to join the network API economy.
By integrating CAMARA‑aligned interfaces, hayo helps operators convert new network capabilities into revenue while strengthening digital identity and reducing fraud. The platform supports services such as SIM Swap Detection and KYC Match, enabling businesses to boost trust and performance across markets. Arpit Joshipura, General Manager of Networking, Edge and IoT at the Linux Foundation, noted that collaboration with hayo will drive security improvements and digital experiences worldwide. Network APIs are central to this effort. This initiative aligns with hayo larger strategy of building resilient digital ecosystems that create lasting national and commercial value.
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