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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