Alea celebrates “Best Workplace” win as SiGMA Africa 2026 kicks off

Alea was named Best Workplace 2026 at the SiGMA Africa Awards. The company is also showcasing its mobile-first strategy and data tools as a Gold Sponsor at the event.

Press release.- Following a remarkable opening to the week, Alea has announced it was named Best Workplace 2026 at the SiGMA Africa Awards last night. This recognition marks the first official day of the event, reinforcing Alea’s commitment to building a high-performance culture as it expands across the continent.

Philanthropy and art: the queen of cards

The awards night was also a celebration of Alea’s ongoing partnership with the SiGMA Foundation. During the charitable art auction, Alea acquired “The Queen of Cards,” a bronze sculpture by artist Derek Mason. This acquisition adds to Alea’s growing collection of SiGMA art pieces and directly supports the Foundation’s global missions.

Today’s highlights: mobile-first strategy

The momentum moves from the gala to the stage today, as Alea continues its role as a Gold Sponsor. Ramon Glieneke (COO) will be joining the Conference Stage to discuss the technical and cultural evolution of the African market:

• Panel: Mobile-First Game Design for African Audiences
• Time: 14:45 – 15:15
• Location: Conference Stage

Visit Alea at booth 065

The Alea team, including Ramon Glieneke and Marit von Stedingk, is available at Booth 065 for live demos of the Client Area. Designed to remove technical noise, this space gives operators full control over game portfolios and real-time data, providing the infrastructure needed to scale across diverse regions.

Ramon Glieneke, COO at Alea, said: “Winning Best Workplace and supporting the SiGMA Foundation auction made for an unforgettable start to the week. At Alea, we believe in building strong foundations, from the culture of our internal team to the localised tools and data-driven tech we provide to our partners. We are here to be a true bridge for this market, ensuring operators have the infrastructure they need to succeed across the continent.”