WIOCC secures $65m in sustainability-linked loans to expand Africa’s digital backbone.

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African digital infrastructure provider WIOCC Group has secured $65 million in sustainability-linked debt financing, underscoring rising investor appetite for the continent’s fast-growing digital backbone as demand from cloud, content, and…

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Helios, Morocco’s CDG Invest create digital infrastructure platform in push for regional leadership.

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Helios Investment Partners and Fipar-Holding, a subsidiary of Morocco’s CDG Invest, have launched 3MDC, a consolidated digital-infrastructure platform they say will accelerate Morocco’s digital transformation and strengthen the country’s ambitions…

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Airtel Africa partners with Nokia to build high-capacity fiber network across East and Central Africa.

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Airtel Africa, through its wholesale fiber unit Telesonic, has signed a major partnership with Nokia to deploy a high-capacity terrestrial fiber network spanning East and Central Africa. Announced at AfricaCom…

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Africa pushes toward AI leadership as ICAIR 2025 closes With new investments, policy commitments.

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Africa is moving to position itself for the next wave of artificial-intelligence development, as researchers, policymakers, and technology executives concluded the 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (ICAIR…

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Nigeria’s telecom regulator and ATCON call for urgent collaboration to build Africa’s AI-ready infrastructure.

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Two of Nigeria’s most influential digital economy leaders - Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and Mr. Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere, President of the Association…

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Africa Hyperscalers to host strategic industry session on AI Infrastructure Readiness.

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Africa Hyperscalers is convening policymakers, operators, and digital infrastructure leaders for a strategic session on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, titled “AI-Ready Africa: Building the Compute, Cloud, and Connectivity Foundations for…

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Shaping Africa’s digital future – panel presses for agile policy, regional harmony, and inclusion.

Africa’s ability to turn connectivity into growth will hinge on smarter, faster policy rather than technology alone, according to a policy panel that urged governments to co-create rules with industry…

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Nigeria requires $10 billion annually to tackle energy poverty – experts.

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The Africa Energy Conference 2025, held at the Lagos Business School, convened policymakers, investors, and industry executives to address one of Africa’s most pressing development challenges: delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to a…

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Africa’s data ambition meets its defining test at Hyperscalers Convergence Africa 2025.

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Executives from Africa’s digital infrastructure, telecom, and cloud industries gathered in Lagos on Tuesday for Hyperscalers Convergence Africa 2025, calling for urgent reforms to unlock the continent’s next phase of digital…

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Africa’s internet architect, Michuki Mwangi honored with Pioneer Award at AfPIF 2025.

In a rare and unanimous recognition of lifetime achievement in African internet development, Michuki Mwangi, Distinguished Technologist for Internet Growth at the Internet Society (ISOC), has been named the recipient of the Africa…

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Africa’s Data Center Boom: experts call for ecosystem maturity and local interconnection.

At the Africa Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF 2025) held in Lagos, Nigeria, a high-level panel of digital infrastructure leaders explored the continent’s evolving data center landscape, unpacking the drivers…

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Fintech cloud strategy takes center stage at CloudReady session by Africa Hyperscalers.

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As Nigeria’s fintech sector accelerates its digital transformation, the risks - and stakes - are rising. The CloudReady Nigeria Breakfast (Fintech Edition) is stepping in to meet the moment, gathering top industry leaders for…

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Cassava Technologies and Sand Technologies partner to boost Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and accessibility for African enterprises.

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Cassava Technologies, has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sand Technologies, a leading global enterprise AI solutions company and a key player in Africa's emerging artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem.…

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Immersion Cooling Systems: Advantages and Deployment Strategies for Data Centers Across Africa.

By Wojtek Piorko, Managing Director – Africa, Vertiv The demand for data centers in Africa is growing, driven by several factors. These include government regulations for local data security, an…

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Alphabet’s Taara sets its sight on revolutionizing internet in Africa with laser-based connectivity

Alphabet’s Taara project, born out of the company’s experimental X lab, is using lasers to deliver high-speed internet - offering a compelling alternative to traditional fiber optics and satellite systems…

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AI: the opportunity for Africa is in applications, not training LLMs – Kashifu Abdullahi.

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Nigeria’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has emphasized the importance of focusing on the practical applications of Artificial…

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Experts urge for dedicated base, vessel, streamlined process for subsea cable repairs in Africa.

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Subsea cable experts and digital infrastructure stakeholders are calling for a dedicated local base and specialized cable ship in Africa to address the continent’s subsea cable repair challenges. Currently, subsea…

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Alibaba Group to invest more in cloud and AI infrastructure in next three years than past decade

Alibaba Group has announced it will significantly increase its investment in cloud and AI infrastructure over the next three years, surpassing the total amount spent in the past decade.   During…

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Microsoft scales back data center expansion, international spending, with implications for Africa

Microsoft has recently pulled back from significant data center expansions, with a notable reduction in its international spending. According to a report from TD Cowen Insight, Microsoft has canceled several…

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Africa must scale digital infrastructure to remain competitive – Africa Hyperscalers

Industry experts at the Africa Hyperscalers Digital Infrastructure Outlook emphasized the critical need for Africa to scale its digital infrastructure to remain competitive in the global economy. In his market brief presentation, Guy Zibi,…

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Nigeria launches Broadband Alliance, targets 70% internet penetration by 2026.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) in collaboration with telecommunications operators and State Information and Communications Technology agencies. The initiative aims to…

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Africa’s role in $1 trillion AI race and infrastructure boom takes center stage at Hyperscalers 2025 Outlook

The global ambition in technology and infrastructure is scaling unprecedented heights, with investments growing from $10 billion compute clusters to trillion-dollar ecosystems. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate the…

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eFinance Investment Group and Cassava Technologies explore joint expansion opportunities across Egypt and Africa

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eFinance Investment Group and Cassava Technologies have signed a strategic agreement to explore potential collaboration opportunities and jointly expand across Africa. The partnership, which was launched during the 28th Cairo…

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Building Africa’s digital dream: collaboration is key to overcoming challenges

At the recent Africa Technology Festival in Cape Town, the theme of collaboration echoed louder than the keynote speeches themselves. Yet, despite its frequent use, collaboration in Africa’s digital transformation remains more…

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Collaboration between telcos, governments, and financial institutions critical for universal connectivity and financial inclusion in Africa – ATF 2024

Speakers at the Africa Technology Festival have called for greater collaboration between telecommunications companies, government agencies, and financial institutions, urging that such partnerships will be key to achieving universal connectivity…

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Airtel Africa appoints Dinesh Balsingh as CEO Airtel Nigeria following Carl Cruz’s move to Globe Telecoms

Airtel Africa, leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider, has announced the appointment of Mr. Dinesh Balsingh as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airtel Networks Limited, also known…

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AfriTECH 4.0: Experts Highlight Blockchain, AI, and eCommerce as Key Drivers for Africa’s GDP Growth

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Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0) in Lagos, technology experts emphasized the transformative potential of blockchain and AI in advancing Africa's digital economy and positioning the continent as a global…

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Experts: No single winner in Africa’s Satellite market, US Digital Transformation with Africa event

Experts at the US Digital Transformation with Africa event, held on the sidelines of the Africa Tech Festival, holding in Cape Town, South Africa this week have stated that the…

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Cybersecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa: experts discuss ransomware and the path to strengthening policies and skills

As part of the Digital Transformation with Africa side event during the Africa Tech Festival in Cape Town, a high-level panel explored the critical issue of cybersecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa.…

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Equinix completes JN1 data center, first in South Africa and its fifth in Africa

Equinix has completed its state-of-the-art data center, JN1, in Johannesburg, representing a $160 million investment. The project took approximately 18 months to complete and marks a significant expansion of Equinix's…

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Vertiv’s data center solution increases Kenya’s vehicle license processing speed by 8x

In partnership with Encapsulated East Africa Limited and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) of Kenya, Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, launched a…

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Egypt mints 5G licenses for Vodafone, Orange, and e&, plans nationwide rollout

Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, and e& Egypt have officially joined Telecom Egypt in securing 5G licenses, according to recent announcements by Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA). This move marks…

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Google and Vodafone ink deal to revolutionize AI, cybersecurity in Africa and Europe

Google and Vodafone have signed a multi-billion-dollar partnership aimed at using AI to transform their services, enhance cybersecurity, and offer more personalized mobile and TV solutions for consumers. This move…

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Data centers are the hottest asset class, with growing transaction sizes of up to 300 MW

The recent Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference highlighted the growing global interest in data centers as a key asset class, with transaction sizes increasingly reaching up to 300 MW. The recent…

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Hyperscalers Convergence Africa calls for unified action to transform digital infrastructure

The Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference, themed “The Power of Convergence,” successfully brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to address Africa’s digital infrastructure challenges. Held in Lagos, a key center…

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Hyperscalers call for convergent approach to Africa’s digital transformation

By Martin Ekpeke The Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference, themed “The Power of Convergence,” brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to address the continent’s digital infrastructure challenges. Held in the…

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Hyperscalers Convergence Africa: Ikechukwu Nnamani speaks on Data center investment challenges

By Martin Ekpeke Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani, CEO of Digital Realty, a global leader in data center solutions, yesterday during the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference addressed the challenges and opportunities of…

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Navigating the energy transition: the cost implications for Africa’s data centers

By Wabo Majavu, Executive, Strategy and Business Operations, Africa Data Centres The data center industry in Africa is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by several factors including increased mobile adoption, fintech…

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Africa’s digital future: an urgent call to action

Hyperscalers Convergence Africa, hosted by Africa Hyperscalers, will unite Africa’s digital leaders and influencers. Together, we will engage in a collaborative dialogue aimed at overcoming the infrastructural barriers hindering the realization of a connected digital economy.

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Convergence Africa conference set to transform digital infrastructure across the continent

Digital infrastructure media platform, Africa Hyperscalers Media has announced the launch of the inaugural Hyperscalers Convergence Africa (HCA) conference, slated for September 5, 2024, in Lagos. This landmark event aims…

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Africa needs to increase digital infrastructure tenfold to meet demand — Dr. Ayotunde Coker

Dr. Ayotunde Coker has had an unusual career. Standing at 6.6 feet tall, he’s not your average executive. From shaping technology strategy in vehicle manufacturing to pioneering internet banking in…

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Vertiv partners with Ballard Power to provide hydrogen-powered backup for data centers

Global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, Vertiv, has announced its partnership with PEM fuel cell market leader Ballard Power Systems, focused on backup power applications for data…

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WIOCC receives funding from WorldBank, Proparco to expand its data center Footprint in Africa

The West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) Group, has received funding from two development finance institutions: the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Proparco, owned by the French Development Agency. According…

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Rodger Werkhoven on his time at OpenAI and AI’s role in transforming the African digital landscape

A background in Arts isn't the most conventional starting point for tech professionals. But that didn’t matter to Rodger Werkhoven when he made a career shift from the world of…

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CSquared secures USTDA grant for open-access cross-continental fiber backbone network for East and Central Africa

This landmark deal was formalized during the recently concluded 2024 American Chamber of Commerce Business Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, where U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, was also in attendance.

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CSquared CEO Lanre Kolade steps down, leaving legacy of digital infrastructure expansion in Africa

Lanre Kolade, the Group CEO of CSquared Link Holdings ("CSquared"), has announced his departure from the company, effective April 2024, to pursue new opportunities. Initially established as Google's Project Link,…

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Subsea cable disruptions prompt ministerial action to safeguard digital infrastructure

In response to recent subsea cable disruptions off the West African coast, Nigeria's Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has announced a collaborative effort with the…

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Submarine cable cuts cripple internet, cloud services in South and West Africa

Africa's internet infrastructure suffered a huge blow yesterday, when multiple internet connectivity providers suffered outages following submarine cable cuts to major subsea operators, specifically Seacom, MainOne and the West African…

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Liquid drives AI readiness across Africa with Google Cloud,  Anthropic partnerships

Liquid C2, a leading pan-African technology group, has announced strategic partnerships with global tech leader Google Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic, aimed to equip African businesses with advanced…

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Teraco powers up data centers with $104 million investment in renewable energy

Teraco Data Environments Ltd., Africa's leading data center provider, has announced a significant step towards becoming a 100% renewable energy company by 2035. Responding to South Africa's chronic power outages,…

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Equinix doubles down on Africa with new $390m data center investment

Equinix is set to make a substantial investment of $390 million over the next five years in bolstering its presence in Africa. The investment will focus on constructing new data…

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MainOne lands 2Africa subsea cable to drive digital expansion in Nigeria’s South-South region

The 45,000km long 2Africa subsea cable, owned by Meta, Bayobab, and other consortium partners, has landed in Qua Iboe, Akwa Ibom State in South-South Nigeria. Landed by Equinix-owned MainOne, 2Africa…

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Ericsson positions for digital transformation with the appointment of Kassi as VP and West Africa/Morocco Head

Ericsson has announced Majda Lahlou Kassi as Vice President and Head of Ericsson West Africa and Morocco, effective January 1, 2024. In this role, Kassi will be instrumental in steering…

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WorldBank approves $266.5m for internet access, digital transformation for West Africa

The World Bank has given the nod to a groundbreaking $266.5 million initiative, funded through IDA financing, designed to revolutionize internet access across The Gambia, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, and Mauritania.…

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Nigerian court halts MTN, ATC’s base station construction in coverage areas, cites health and environment

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has restrained MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and its associate, the ATC Nigeria Wireless Infrastructure Ltd., from overcrowding the environment with base stations pending…

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MTN explores broadband boost through satellite collaborations with Starlink and Eutelsat

In an official statement, MTN Group, a leading mobile telecommunications provider, reveals its current exploration of low earth orbit (LEO) satellite solutions in collaboration with industry operators like SpaceX’s Starlink…

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TelCables Nigeria CEO renews call for infrastructure sharing, open-access systems to bridge digital divide

In an exclusive interview with Africa Hyperscalers Media, the Regional Executive for TelCables West Africa, Fernando Fernandes, highlighted the critical need for infrastructure sharing and open access infrastructure to bridge…

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Partnering to Grow South Africa’s Digital Economy – Sandile Dube, MD, Equinix, South Africa

By Sandile Dube Sandile Dube is the Managing Director of Equinix in South Africa.   Africa represents one of the most attractive expansion opportunities available to multinational tech companies today.…

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Starlink still illegal in South Africa, warns regulator

South Africa's communications regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA), has warned that the use or provision of Starlink's satellite Internet services in the country is illegal.  …

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Rwanda, DRC and Madagascar get 1340 rural base stations from Intelsat, AMN

Satellite and terrestrial connectivity provider Intelsat and mobile infrastructure provider Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) are set to broaden their existing partnership by extending operations into Madagascar, Rwanda, and the Democratic…

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Amazon’s Project Kuiper achieves success in proto flight mission, eyes access in Africa

In a significant development, Amazon's Project Kuiper has completed initial testing, positioning the project to provide high-speed internet to select customers starting next year. Launched from Cape Canaveral on October…

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Ranganath: Reliable digital infrastructure will empower businesses to the full potential of technology

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…

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HOSTAFRICA launches all-inclusive managed colocation service

South Africa's most trusted hosting provider, HOSTAFRICA has launched an advanced managed colocation service, set to take effect in October 2023. This hosting offering provides an all-inclusive, fully managed solution…

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Edge computing, digital transformation, others will drive data center growth in Africa – Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Executive for West Africa, Africa Data Centres

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In this interview, Africa Hyperscalers Media’s Temi Os speaks to Regional Executive for West Africa, Africa Data Centres, Dr., Krishnan Ranganath, to discuss the African data center and cloud, industry,…

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Rwanda claims world’s first 5G HAP trials in partnership with SoftBank

The Government of Rwanda has partnered with SoftBank Corporation to successfully test SoftBank's proprietary 5G communications payload in the stratosphere, using solar-powered High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) unmanned aerial vehicle…

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American Tower to cut greenhouse emissions in Africa by 21%

American Tower Corporation (ATC) has highlighted its sustainability commitment in its recent report, as the company revealed it has cut direct emissions by 11 percent. The tower infrastructure's African subsidiary,…

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Data center operators in Africa are embracing corporate visibility

Many data center operators in Africa are ditching “security by obscurity” and adding signage, logos and branding to their buildings. This shift reflects the benefits of campuses as well as…

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Why data centers in Africa need to invest in infrastructure to meet AI demands

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world, and data centers are at the heart of this transformation. AI workloads are incredibly compute-intensive, requiring massive amounts of power and cooling.…

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