Africa Data Centres, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has confirmed its commitment to advancing ICT infrastructure in Africa through a partnership with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). The collaboration focuses on supporting Africa Data Centres’ expansion, including a $300 million investment in a groundbreaking data center in Ghana, capable of delivering up to 30MW of IT capacity.

Ghana’s thriving technology sector and the government’s support have positioned the country as a growing technology hub. The partnership aims to bolster Ghana’s technology industry, capitalize on its youthful population, and promote economic growth.

In his comments, DFC CEO Scott Nathan emphasized the importance of modern infrastructure, secure ICT, and dependable data storage in fostering economic development and job creation. The planned data center facility is expected to contribute to Ghana’s development and economic growth. The initiative aligns with Ghana’s ambition to establish itself as a prominent technology hub over the next five years. The collaboration between Africa Data Centres, DFC, and the Ghanaian government demonstrates a shared commitment to strengthening ICT infrastructure in the country.

The establishment of a local data center in Ghana is expected to keep locally generated data within the country, attracting additional investment from international digital entities to support Ghana’s digital aspirations.

Public-private partnerships are seen as essential for overall economic development, and this collaboration underscores the pivotal role of technology in advancing Ghana’s digital economy. The Ghanaian government’s proactive measures to foster the growth of the technology industry have been acknowledged as key to the nation’s development.