Global technology group e& has entered into a strategic partnership with WIOCC to accelerate the growth of the hyperscaler ecosystem across the continent. This collaboration further strengthens e&’s presence in Africa, complementing its global footprint, which spans 38 markets across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Central and Eastern Europe. The partnership is designed to enhance capabilities and open up new opportunities in underserved and emerging markets, particularly in Eastern and Southern Africa, where many hyperscalers are focused.
By integrating e&’s and WIOCC’s subsea networks, both companies are poised to meet the rising demand for scalable, resilient, and low-latency connectivity solutions. This strategic move aligns with their shared goal of expanding market reach and advancing digital transformation across Africa.
Nabil Baccouche, Group Chief Carrier and Wholesale Officer at e&, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “By combining e&’s carrier-grade infrastructure, global reach from Asia to Europe via the Middle East, and regional expertise, we offer tailored, high-capacity connectivity solutions for telcos and hyperscalers. Our Smarthub edge data centers, featuring AI-grade capabilities, further enhance this offering. This collaboration drives innovation and economic growth, ensuring businesses and communities across Africa access world-class digital services. Together, e& and WIOCC are committed to advancing Africa’s digital landscape and reinforcing its role as a global technology hub.”
Ryan Sher, WIOCC Group Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the strategic importance of the partnership: “Our partnership with e& marks a significant step forward in Africa’s Digital Transformation journey. WIOCC’s carrier-grade infrastructure, combined with our deep local knowledge and vast regional footprint, allows us to deliver tailored, high-capacity connectivity solutions that support the complex needs of telcos and hyperscalers. Together with e&, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation, growth, and economic impact across Africa, ensuring that businesses and communities benefit from world-class digital solutions.”
This collaboration exemplifies both companies’ shared vision of empowering Africa’s digital transformation and reinforcing the continent’s role as a hub for telecommunications and hyperscaler innovation.
