Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Executive for West Africa at Africa Data Centres, believes that Africa’s burgeoning digital economy presents vast opportunities for businesses to grow and scale, but the continent’s lack of digital infrastructure is a stumbling block.

In a recent interview with Africa Hyperscalers Media, Ranganath recognized the pivotal role of data centers in Africa’s digital transformation and emphasized that Africa Data Centres is addressing this challenge by providing state-of-the-art data center solutions that meet the growing needs of businesses across the continent.

“Africa Data Centres was born out of the pressing need for robust digital infrastructure across the continent,” Ranganath said. “Recognizing the immense growth potential of Africa’s digital landscape, we identified the opportunity to bridge the gap by providing state-of-the-art data center solutions. Our strategy revolves around establishing a robust network of interconnected data centers strategically positioned across Africa, fostering seamless connectivity, and enabling businesses to thrive in the digital era.”

He added, “Africa Data Centres’ data center solutions enable businesses to securely store and process critical data, foster innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and facilitate seamless connectivity. This empowers businesses to leverage the full potential of technology and thrive in the digital age.”

Looking to the future, Africa Data Centres anticipates a substantial evolution in the data center, edge, cloud, and connectivity industry in Africa over the next 5-10 years, driven by the increasing adoption of cloud-based services, the proliferation of data-intensive technologies, and the rapid digital transformation across various industries.