Equinix opens new data center in Nigeria.
Equinix has launched its latest data center expansion in Nigeria with the opening of the LG2.3 in Lagos. The new facility marks a significant step in strengthening Nigeria’s digital ecosystem…
Microsoft cancels additional 2GW of data center projects amid signs of market oversupply
Microsoft has canceled up to 2GW of data center projects across the US and Europe, with analysts from TD Cowen suggesting that oversupply in the data center market may be…
Visa to build data center in Nigeria.
Global payments giant Visa Inc. has announced plans to develop a data center in Nigeria, further expanding its investments in the country. The news was revealed by Andrew Torre, Visa’s…
Wingu Group upgrades its Tier III data center in Tanzania.
The Wingu Group has announced the second phase of its facility expansion on March 18, 2025, focused on strengthening Tanzania's digital infrastructure. This upgrade builds on Phase 1, introduced in…
iXAfrica unveils first phase of 4.5MW, 780 rack Nairobi data center.
iXAfrica Data Centers, East Africa’s largest hyperscale data center facility, has launched the first phase of its Nairobi data center, NBOX1. The 4.5MW facility, which houses 780 racks, is designed…
How modular data centers can support Nigeria’s ICT growth
By Gary Chomse, Regional Director, Central and Southern Africa at Vertiv Nigeria's information and communications technology (ICT) sector is experiencing robust expansion, driven by the financial services, oil and gas,…
Cassava Technologies shuffles leadership amid strategic evolution
As part of its ongoing growth trajectory and commitment to enhancing its competitiveness, Cassava Technologies has announced key leadership changes designed to improve operations and position the company for success…
AI to drive global data center capacity to 122 GW by 2030 – GoldmanSachs.
The surge in interest surrounding generative artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a competitive race to develop the technology, leading to a growing need for high-density data centers and a substantial…
OpenAI exploring Stargate data center options in 16 states.
Generative AI company OpenAI is exploring the development of data center campuses across more than a dozen states in the US as part of its Stargate initiative. According to CNBC…
Concerns about an internet-era AI shutdown keeps me up at night – Martynek
Raul Martynek is the Chief Executive Officer of Databank, a leading data center operator in North America. In this interview, Martynek discusses data centers and sustainability, shares his views on…