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Lagos, Nigeria | February 10, 2026. Africa Hyperscalers, a pan-African market-intelligence and ecosystem platform focused on accelerating the continent’s digital infrastructure economy across data centers, cloud, connectivity, power, and policy,…
Africa Hyperscalers has announced plans to host the Digital Infrastructure Outlook 2026, its annual high-level virtual session themed “From Ambition to Assets: Building Africa’s Digital Infrastructure Reality,” aimed at confronting…
Africa has worn many labels over the past two decades. In 2000, The Economist called it “The Hopeless Continent.” A decade later came the reversal: “Africa Rising.” By 2013, optimism…
The Regional Executive argues that data sovereignty, power reform, and execution discipline will determine whether Africa captures value in the next digital cycle. Africa’s digital future will not be decided…
As artificial intelligence spending accelerates globally, a hard reality is setting in across boardrooms and policy circles: AI is no longer constrained by ambition, models, or software talent. It is…
Oracle has selected iXAfrica Data Centres as its colocation partner for a new Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) public cloud region in Nairobi, a move that positions Kenya among a small…
A projected $3 trillion global investment surge into data centers by 2030 is not a speculative bubble but a structural realignment of digital infrastructure capital, according to new forecasts by…
In collaboration with Vertiv, Africa Hyperscalers will host an upcoming AI-focused webinar examining one of the most pressing questions facing West Africa’s enterprise technology leaders today: whether existing digital infrastructure…
Davos 2026 shows the continent’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on data centers, power systems and bankable policy. OpenAI arrived in Davos selling more than chatbots. In a new…
Nigeria’s digital economy briefly vanished. Businesses could not transact. Workers could not connect. Households lost access to the online services that increasingly substitute for failing physical infrastructure. Across Lagos and…
WIOCC is moving quickly to convert fresh capital into physical infrastructure, accelerating its push beyond wholesale connectivity and deeper into owned digital assets. Days after announcing a $65 million sustainability-linked…
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…
AI-driven data center demand is poised to reshape global project financing, according to new research from corporate services firm CSC, which warns of a $1.5 trillion funding gap emerging as…
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…
Africa Hyperscalers will convene a high-level strategy workshop in Lagos on December 11, 2025, to advance a coordinated approach to network buildout and shared infrastructure models across Nigeria’s digital economy. The…
By Wojtek Piorko As Africa accelerates its critical digital infrastructure investments, Angola is emerging as a country with strong potential for leadership. Its strategic geographic position, rapidly growing mobile ecosystem,…
The United Arab Emirates has announced a $1 billion commitment to build AI infrastructure across Africa, in what officials describe as a major effort to boost access to computing power,…
OpenAI will require roughly $207 billion in additional financing by 2030 to meet its long-term data-center and hardware commitments, according to new analysis from HSBC’s US software and services team.…
When Meta and its consortium partners confirmed the core completion of the 2Africa subsea cable system, the announcement reverberated far beyond the engineering world. At 45,000 kilometers (inclusive of the…
Ghana approves “Dig Once” Policy for fiber rollout. Ghana’s government has approved a sweeping new “Dig Once” policy that will require fiber-optic ducts to be built into all new road…
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…
Africa Hyperscalers convened a high-level virtual forum that brought together the most influential voices shaping the continent’s digital future — from national regulators and telecom operators to cloud providers, hyperscalers,…
At the Reliability, Efficiency & Scalability: Enhancing Sustainable Infrastructure for the Modern Data Center session at Africa Tech Festival in Cape Town last week, industry leaders urged African operators to…
Across our events - from Hyperscalers Convergence Africa to stakeholder sessions and investor roundtables - one word keeps resurfacing: bankability, the quiet, unglamorous test of whether a project can attract long-term…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi CCIE, reaffirmed Nigeria’s leadership in shaping Africa’s digital future during a series of high-level engagements held on the sidelines of…
Wingu Africa has entered a strategic partnership with Africa Data Centres, creating an extensive cross-regional data-center interconnection arrangement. The deal links Wingu Africa’s Tier III facilities in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and…
Interconnection giant Digital Realty has launched its first data center in Ghana, marking a key step in the company’s broader Africa expansion strategy. Located in the heart of Accra, the…
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) will convene global researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders for the 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (MIRG-ICAIR 2025) from November 4 to 6,…
Africa’s digital economy is filled with new fiber, data centers, and cloud platforms, but many enterprises still struggle to convert that available capacity into results. That was the takeaway from the Enterprise IT…
Africa could become a global leader in sustainable digital infrastructure, according to industry executives who say the continent’s data-center growth aligns perfectly with renewable energy potential. At the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference in…
Nigeria’s surging demand for cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure has pushed MTN’s new Dabengwa Data Center to full capacity within months of its launch — a development industry leaders…
Africa’s data center capacity - currently estimated between 1.5 and 1.6 gigawatts - could triple by 2030, according to industry experts at the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference, held in Lagos,…
The Director-General of Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has urged African nations to build up their own data sets and computing infrastructure to fully harness artificial intelligence…
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…
A new sovereign supercomputer in Uganda could shift the continent from exporting raw data to producing sovereign AI. For decades, Africa has been rich in raw materials but poor in…
By Antonio Prado What is an IXP and why does it matter? An Internet Exchange Point is a physical interconnection facility where multiple Autonomous Systems (ASes) exchange IP traffic. Instead…
Gabon’s two larMoov telecom operators are setting aside rivalry to improve the country’s digital infrastructure. AirtOligui Nguema’s Africa-Gabon Télécom has signed a memorandum of understanding to share network assets, an…
An ITW Africa investment workshop titled “Financing Africa’s Future: Unlocking the Next US$100bn” brought together financiers and infrastructure leaders to debate how Africa can mobilize the capital required to meet…
At ITW Africa, taking place in Nairobi, Kenya, government officials, regulators, and industry leaders converged on a keynote panel titled “Harmonising Africa’s Digital Infrastructure Framework” to confront one of the…
Africa’s digital transformation is no longer a distant promise - it is here, uneven but accelerating. Into this landscape, Digital Realty has placed a bold wager. The global colocation giant…
Nigeria’s content delivery landscape is at a crossroads. At the Africa Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) hosted in Lagos, Nigeria, leaders from the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), Meta,…
To strengthen Vertiv's position in high-density integrated infrastructure for data centers and critical digital environments, Vertiv Holdings Co. said it has completed its $200 million acquisition of Great Lakes Data…
Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have agreed to share fibre and tower infrastructure in markets including Mozambique, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, pending regulatory approval, in a bid…
Following the successful Africa Hyperscalers MVNO Conference, which put in perspective the sector’s realities and opportunities, Nigeria’s telecom landscape is witnessing a strategic shift as major mobile network operators (MNOs)…
Estelle Akofio‑Sowah, West Africa Regional Director at CSquared and former Country Manager for Google Ghana, has been officially sworn in as Chairperson of the Board of the National Information Technology…
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is preparing to bar companies that use Chinese telecommunications equipment from building or operating submarine cables that connect to the United States, in a move…
By Wojtek Piorko, Managing Director, Africa at Vertiv Kenya is entering a new digital era, one defined by accelerated connectivity, data growth, and the move towards artificial intelligence (AI). But…
The Vertiv AI Solutions Innovation Roadshow – Lagos Edition is set to take place on June 26, 2025, convening more than 80 C-suite executives and technology leaders to explore the future of enterprise infrastructure in an…
After a period of pullback in early 2025, cloud giants Amazon Web Services and Microsoft are returning to the data center leasing market, signaling renewed momentum in hyperscale infrastructure expansion,…
Wingu Africa, East Africa’s leading carrier-neutral data center operator, has raised $60 million to accelerate its regional expansion and support the continent’s digital transformation. The funding, provided by Rand Merchant…
Nvidia has posted another blockbuster quarter, reporting $44.1 billion in revenue—surpassing Wall Street expectations of $43.3 billion. The performance highlights the company’s continued dominance in the AI and data center…
Safaricom has announced a $500 million investment over the next three years to develop artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure across East Africa—a bold step that signals a shift from its traditional…
Search giant unveils next-gen power and cooling designs to meet AI’s hunger for dense compute At the Open Compute Project EMEA Summit in Dublin last week, Google revealed a blueprint…
GigaIO, a specialist in composable infrastructure, has announced the launch of Gryf, a portable AI supercomputer designed to deliver data center-level performance directly to the edge. Co-developed with SourceCode, Gryf…
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is reassessing several of its international colocation partnerships, according to a Wells Fargo analyst note cited by CNBC. While specific projects were not disclosed, the note…
Africa’s digital transformation is accelerating, driven by rapid urbanization, a tech-savvy youth population, and growing mobile and internet penetration. However, an underdeveloped digital infrastructure remains a major hurdle to inclusive…
Raxio Group, a key player in Sub-Saharan Africa’s digital infrastructure ecosystem, has secured $100 million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World…
Telkom South Africa has successfully completed the sale of its masts and towers business, Swiftnet, to a consortium led by Actis LLP and Royal Bafokeng Holdings. The deal, valued at…
By Samuel CarvalhoThe AI computing landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. CoreWeave’s $11.9 billion agreement with OpenAI isn’t just about securing GPUs - it’s a strategic move that will be…
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…
Google Cloud has officially launched its first African cloud region in Johannesburg, marking a major milestone in its $1 billion commitment to accelerating Africa’s digital transformation. Operational since January 2024,…
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…
Alternative networks (Altnets) in the United Kingdom have been advised to halt road excavations and instead utilize abandoned gas and water pipes for fiber deployment to reduce costs. Alternative networks…
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…
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…
Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko has been appointed Acting Director General of Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA), the country’s telecommunications regulator. With over 20 years of experience in telecommunications, broadcasting…
The release of the Chinese AI company model called DeepSeek has upended the established AI industry. That a model can be developed without access to the most advanced GPU chips…
MTN Group is pleased to announce key leadership changes designed to strengthen succession planning, enhance operational execution, and drive the advancement of the Ambition 2025 strategy. Bayobab, a subsidiary of…
Nigeria’s Adebayo "Bayo" Ogunlesi has joined OpenAI's Board of Directors. As the Founding Partner, Chairman, and CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), one of the world’s leading infrastructure investment firms,…
Outgoing US President, Joe Biden has signed an executive order aimed at providing federal support to meet the massive energy demands of rapidly growing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) data centers,…
Nigeria’s quest for digital transformation received a significant boost as the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) signed a $2.1 million grant with the Nigerian government to assess the deployment…
On February 13, 2025, senior telecom executives, infrastructure providers, telecom operators, technology providers, service providers, regulators, investors, telco associations, consultants, and professionals across various verticals of the telecom industry will…
Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamiru has emphasized the need for improved land acquisition procedures, highlighting them as a major obstacle to the company’s network expansion this year. Tamiru’s remarks were…
By Ben BaldieriHere lies GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS): a victim of its own success. Once the hyper-profitable backbone of scalable infrastructure, it democratized access to the high-performance hardware needed to train AI models…
The Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Engr. Gbenga Adebayo issued a critical call to action for the future of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry as the…
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT) and the Electronic Money Issuers (EMIS) Chamber of Ghana have revealed that between January and November 2024, a total of 10,233 fiber optic cable…
Stakeholders at the AfricaTech Festival held last week, in Cape Town, have urged for collaboration on digital infrastructure investments in Africa. During a keynote panel on theme "Big Tech and…
Kenya's ICT Cabinet Secretary, Dr. Margaret Nyambura Ndung'u, emphasized the importance of creating an enabling environment for innovation during her participation in a panel discussion at the 27th annual Africa…
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…
The Africa Data Centers & Cloud Days (ADCD), a dynamic community committed to advancing digital infrastructure across Africa, is preparing for its flagship event in February 2025. This gathering is…
The GSM Association reports that more than 120 million Nigerians are still disconnected from the digital world due to poor infrastructure and high costs. This is despite the 501.99% surge…
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…
Google is making a bold move toward carbon-free energy as it plans to power its U.S. data centers with small nuclear reactors by 2030. This initiative is part of the…
Obinna Isiadinso, Global Sector Lead for Data Center and Cloud Investments at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has emphasized the importance of a balanced approach to evaluating data center investments.…
The recent Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference underscored the growing global interest in data centers as a key asset class, with transaction sizes now reaching up to 300 MW. A report…
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has unveiled a range of resources and incentives to accelerate the development of AI data centers. Key initiatives include establishing a dedicated AI data…
Orange Business has announced the successful completion of the first phase of its data center infrastructure project in Egypt's New Administrative Capital. The data center is designed to support Grifols…
By Osvaldo Coelho, Business Development Manager, Eastern and Southern Africa, Senmarck Energy Ltd The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has drawn attention to a critical issue in the commercial…
The US power grid saw an addition of 11,015 MW of renewable energy in the second quarter of 2024, according to a report from the American Clean Power Association (ACP).…
Oracle currently operates or is building 162 public and private cloud data centers globally, ranging from 45 kilowatts to 800 megawatts, according to Chairman and founder Larry Ellison. The company…
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…
Ayotunde Coker, Chairman of Open Access Data Centre, emphasized that bridging Africa’s digital infrastructure gap is essential for boosting prosperity on the continent. Speaking at the inaugural Hyperscalers Convergence Africa…
Apple and Microsoft are reportedly considering a significant investment in OpenAI, the company that took the world by storm with its advanced generative AI platforms, including ChatGPT. According to reports…
Meta's data centers consumed 14,975,435 MWh of electricity in 2023, marking a 34% increase compared to the previous year, according to the company's latest sustainability report. A significant portion of…
Synergy Research Group reveals that AWS, Microsoft, and Google continue to dominate the global public cloud market, with a combined market share far surpassing all other competitors except in China.…
iColo: A Digital Realty Company has announced a major expansion in renewable energy with the installation of solar panels at its Nairobi and Mombasa facilities. The data center operator has…
Safaricom, Kenya's leading telecommunications provider, has urged the Communications Authority (CA) to restrict satellite internet providers from operating in Kenya without partnering with local licensees. This request could notably impact…
Nigeria's Federal Government has officially designated digital infrastructure as critical national infrastructure through the release of the ‘Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure Order, 2024.’ This gazette aims…
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…
CSquared Group has appointed Willem Marais as its Chief Commercial Officer. Willem Marais, the former Chief Business Development Officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, was responsible for the group's business development,…
Leading hyperscalers, digital infrastructure operators, investors, and regulators are confirmed to attend the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference, scheduled for September 5, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria. This pivotal event aims to address…
The UK government is intensifying its efforts to bridge the digital divide with a major investment aimed at improving internet speeds in remote areas. This initiative is part of a…
China has taken a significant step in its quest to develop a near-global internet network to rival SpaceX's Starlink, with the launch of the first batch of satellites for its…
Nigeria aims to become a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI), but this ambition hinges on building a robust digital infrastructure. Essential elements of this infrastructure include data storage, cloud…
The 2024 Olympic Games have brought unprecedented attention to the digital infrastructure and internet industry, showcasing how technology can be harnessed to support sustainable development on a global stage. Data…
In a significant reshuffle, Kenyan President William Ruto has replaced nearly all members of his cabinet, with only Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua retaining their…
By Wojtek Piorko, Managing Director for Africa at Vertiv There’s no doubt, across any industry, that Artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it is here to stay. The use cases…
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has successfully reduced its foreign exchange (FX) exposure from $416.6 million in December 2023 to $100 million. This achievement follows the renegotiation of tower contracts with…
A US federal judge has ruled that Google spent billions on exclusive deals to maintain an illegal monopoly on search, marking a significant victory for the Department of Justice (DoJ)…
Kenya’s Communications Authority (CA) has issued a significant directive requiring firms that handle critical services to register their web addresses with Kenyan internet domains (.ke) within the next six months.…
The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) recently held a one-day strategic stakeholders meeting in Abuja, themed "Harnessing States' Potential through Technical Efficiencies." The event brought together State Commissioners,…
Infrastructure and digital services provider Cassava Technologies has unveiled Cassava AI, a new business unit focused on artificial intelligence. This expansion builds on the company’s existing partnerships with major tech…
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced a robust $26.3 billion in revenue for Q2 2024, marking an 18.8 percent increase year-over-year. Although this represents an acceleration from the 17.2 percent growth…
Airtel Africa has announced a significant financial turnaround for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, achieving a profit before tax of $74 million. This marks a 134% improvement compared to…
MTN has unveiled Sub-Saharan Africa's inaugural digital self-service store at its Nigerian head office, MTN Plaza, Falomo, Ikoyi, Lagos. This pioneering initiative marks a significant stride in digital innovation and…
Avanti Communications, a global provider of satellite connectivity services, has successfully conducted satellite connectivity tests with BankservAfrica and Capitec Bank, financial institutions in South Africa. These tests carried out on…
Nairobi-based IXAfrica Data Centers and Schneider Electric have jointly unveiled what they describe as East Africa's largest hyperscale data center, marking a significant milestone for Kenya's digital infrastructure. Known as…
The South African government's plan to sunset 2G and 3G networks by the end of 2027 has ignited significant controversy, particularly from industry leaders advocating for a more gradual approach.…
A new report by Xalam Analytics paints a promising picture of Africa's data center market, highlighting a boom fueled by strong mobile infrastructure, surging data traffic, and growing cloud services.…
Chilldyne, a pioneering firm in direct-to-chip liquid cooling, has revealed its latest innovation: a plug-and-play cooling distribution unit (CDU) dubbed the "data center liquid cooling starter kit." This offering leverages…
The Information Technology Law 2024 recently signed by Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has sparked concerns about its impact on digital access in Nigeria. Governor Ododo's quick approval of six new bills, including…
In a move to ensure reliable and secure internet connectivity, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has agreed to fund a project aimed at developing a system that can seamlessly reroute…
As the demand for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers continues to boom in the United States, energy companies providing natural gas are poised to benefit from the trend. According to…
South Africa's democratic governance, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Solly Malatsi as the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. Malatsi's appointment marks the first time a non-African National Congress (ANC)…
Ghana's Minister for Communication and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has acknowledged that the demise of broadband service providers in the country can be traced back to the steep fees for 4G…
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…
Multi-service telecoms operator, Orange has opened its IoT digital platform to energy suppliers across Africa and the Middle East, facilitating the tracking of payments, solar kits, and smart meters in…
British telecommunications holding group, BT Group has launched new technology to improve energy savings across EE mobile sites. Called 'cell sleep' technology, this innovation is expected to significantly save energy…
Telecom operator Bharti Airtel has increased its stake in Indus Towers by 1%, in large block deals as Vodafone PLC offloaded 19% equity in the company. Vodafone, a UK-based mobile…
Subsea cables and satellites have a role to play in our connectivity future, writes Brian Lavallee, Senior Director of Network Solutions, Ciena. As personal and business activities are increasingly intertwined…
Subsea cable installation and repair company, OMS Group, has secured nearly $300 million in financing through a syndicated facilities agreement to expand its fleet of cable ships. This significant funding,…
Following the announcement by the Benue Digital Infrastructure Company PLC (BDIC) that it will be establishing a Tier III data center in Benue State, Nigeria's Tier III data center footprint…
Africa’s data center market is growing at an unprecedented rate writes Ben Selier, Vice President: of Secure Sower, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric Ben Selier, Vice President: Secure Power, Anglophone…
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…
Cassava Technologies has secured a bespoke financing solution from South African banking group RMB, enabling the expansion of its data center capacity to meet the growing demand for cloud computing…
Cloud heavyweights, Google Cloud and Oracle have decided to sheathe swords and collaborate to enable seamless migration and operation of mission-critical enterprise workloads across both Google Cloud and Oracle Cloud…
BCX, a subsidiary of Telkom, has partnered with Alibaba Cloud to introduce cloud services in Mozambique. This expansion aims to provide low-latency, high-efficiency cloud services, enhancing local capabilities. For BCX,…
Africa can provide an alternative to big cloud providers, says Bill Kleyman He’s not Superman, but he comes close. Meet Bill Kleyman, a data center futurist whose career spans from…
In collaboration with Telecom Egypt, a leading telecom operator in the region, SubCom, a global subsea data system supplier, and the India-Europe-Xpress (IEX) partners have completed the landings of the…
Industry power trends and a global push for sustainability are leading decision-makers and data center operations groups to consider alternatives to traditional air cooling, says Max Reynolds, CEO of Subsea…
Open Access Data Centres (OADC), Africa’s fastest-growing data center company, has announced the attainment of Tier-III design certification from the globally renowned Uptime Institute for its hyperscale core facility in…
OVHcloud, a leading European cloud provider and the largest public provider outside the US and China, has announced a partnership with Maroc Datacenter (MDS), a Tier III data center operator…
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching Wavelength Zone Edge locations in Africa in partnership with Orange Business, in Morocco and Senegal. Wavelength embeds AWS compute and storage services at the…
Shareholders of South African telco Telekom have voted in favor of the company's planned sell-off of its tower business, Swiftnet, to Actis for $355 million. The discussions for the sale…
Radisys Corp., a subsidiary of the Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd, is in discussions for possible partnership with Ghana's newly-established infrastructure company, Next-Gen InfraCo (NGIC), aiming to improve mobile broadband…
AtlasEdge, a leading European Edge data center platform has announced the appointment of Tesh Durvasula as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Durvasula, was previously the CEO of Africa Data…
Google announced the launch of Umoja, the first-ever fiber optic route directly linking Africa to Australia. Christened Umoja, the Swahili word for unity, the subsea cable was developed in collaboration…
Microsoft, in collaboration with G42, an advanced analytics and artificial intelligence company, has unveiled an ambitious venture to establish a geothermal-powered data center in Kenya. This initiative is part of…
ST Digital, a leading pan-African provider of digital services and operator of a Tier III data center, has unveiled ambitious plans to bolster its global presence by constructing additional data…
The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) convened a breakfast meeting today to tackle the persistent issue of fiber cuts in Nigeria. Held under the theme "The Direct and…
Digital Realty, a leading provider of cloud and carrier-neutral data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, has launched a new liquid-to-chip cooling colocation offering, which it says is available in 170…
As part of its commitment to improve Djibouti's digital infrastructure, PAIX Data Centres has announced its partnership with the Djibouti Sovereign Fund to develop a new 5-megawatt (MW) data center.…
By Dipo Oguntayo 1. TL; DR version Public cloud usage is popular and growing worldwide. Africa has a small share of the public cloud market compared to other regions, but…
After the repair and restoration of four subsea cables; West Africa Cable System (WACS), the Africa Coast to Europe (ACE), MainOne, and SAT3, internet connectivity has again, been disrupted in…
Telecommunication companies in Nigeria are renewing their push for an increase in the prices of calls, data, and other services after multiple failed attempts in the last 11 years. The…
The third largest cloud provider in the world, Google Cloud deleted the account and data of one of its clients, UniSuper, a superannuation fund in Australia, leading to service disruption…
In a landmark decision, the UK government has given its approval to the proposed merger between telecommunications giants Vodafone and Three. This move comes after months of speculation and scrutiny…
Microsoft will be expanding its data center presence across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. The company’s ambitious expansion will see it build new data centers and improve …
In another counteroffensive in its war with China, the United States government has announced the revocation of export licenses previously granted to semiconductor giants Intel and Qualcomm for sales to…
Underwater data center company, Subsea Cloud (SSC) has unveiled its ‘Project OTTO’ –– a rolling trial that offers its clients the opportunity to evaluate the company's solution before making further…
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned Chinese carriers from offering broadband services in the United States. Citing national security concerns, the US telecommunications regulator has China Telecom and China…
The number of hyperscale data centers, operated by tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, has surpassed the 1,000 mark this year, according to Synergy Research Group. This milestone comes…
BT’s fiber subsidiary, Openreach has reported a 30 percent fall in copper phone and broadband cable theft over the last year, according to a report. After the infrastructure company deployed…
Shareholders of South African telecommunication company, Telkom, are set to make a crucial decision regarding the sale of the company's tower business. The potential transaction has drawn attention as it…
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…
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.
A recent report from China Water Risk, a non-profit organization, has highlighted that the water demand for China's data centers is expected to double by 2030, underscored by China’s expanding…
Apple is building a new data center in Denmark, and it has some innovative ideas on how to power the data center with renewable energy, while also giving back to…
Norway Plans to Regulate Data Center Industry to Deter Cryptocurrency Mining In a bid to prevent Norway from becoming a hub for cryptocurrency mining data centers, the Norwegian government is…
Equinix, a leading data center company, has formed a $600 million joint venture with PGIM Real Estate, the real estate investment and financing arm of Prudential Financial, to develop a…
Africa Data Centres, a leading provider of interconnected, carrier-neutral data centers in Africa, has announced a significant step towards sustainable operations with its partnership with DPA Southern Africa, a joint…
BT has announced a 10-year partnership with media group Global, that will revolutionize its traditional payphones and kiosks into cutting-edge street WiFi hubs across the UK, with the capacity to…
The data centre giant growing a digital ecosystem on the Lagos Mainland In Africa’s ever-evolving digital ecosystem, Rack Centre holds a pride of place as the only carrier and cloud-neutral…
Microsoft and OpenAI are reportedly considering the construction of a $100 billion supercomputer campus, dubbed 'Stargate,' aimed at advancing artificial intelligence models. According to The InformationThe Information, the project is…
According to Golding, there are entirely different scenarios. “Digital Realty has a different model, they sell capacity on triple net leases, if they have 30MW of power, they might sell…
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,…
Actis, a leading global investor in sustainable infrastructure, in partnership with Royal Bafokeng Holdings, will acquire Telkom’s Swiftnet, a leading telecom tower portfolio in South Africa. With an enterprise value…
Following a series of cyber outages, including a major incident at a data center in October 2023 that disrupted healthcare and banking services, Singapore is introducing a new Digital…
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has recently made a significant update to the definition of high-speed broadband in the United States, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's telecommunications landscape.…
During Oracle's third-quarter earnings call on March 12th, CEO Safra Catz announced plans for significant investment in data center construction and expansion. Oracle aims to spend approximately $10 billion in…
Airtel Africa is set to host a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction for its first NXtra Data Center, with plans for a launch event later this month.…
At Mobile World Congress 2024 (MWC) in Barcelona, ZTE, a Chinese telecoms firm, unveiled its latest innovation aimed at green data centers: the IceCube, a high-density liquid-cooled cabinet. This innovative…
By Sayuri MoodliarSayuri Moodliar is the Head of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at Open Access Data Centres. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a pivotal force in shaping the data…
During the Mobile World Congress 2024, ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin announced US $9 billion new investments in global connectivity projects in Africa and other parts of the world. Mobile operator…
BT's mobile network operator, EE, has successfully completed the nationwide shutdown of its 3G network, solidifying its position as the first UK operator to achieve this milestone. Belfast saw the…
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…
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…
American semiconductor company and leading manufacturer of high-end graphics processing units (GPUs), Nvidia, has reported 256 percent increase in revenue, reaching $22.10 billion compared to the same quarter last year,…
Mauro Leuce at Colt DCS explains how a massive increase in computing needs demands a rethink. Artificial intelligence is having an unmistakably huge impact on industries from transport and agriculture…
Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, has unveiled "Adventures in the Cloud World," an enchanting children's book designed to introduce young readers to…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicts a significant surge in data center infrastructure investment over the next four to five years, estimating a total value of around $2 trillion worldwide. This…
DataBank, a leading provider of enterprise-class edge colocation, interconnection, and managed cloud services and North America’s largest data center company, announced the issuance of $456 million in secured notes, marking…
Microsoft is embarking on expansive growth initiatives, with plans to establish a new data center campus in Centurion, South Africa, and breaking ground on new facilities in São Paulo state,…
Airtel Africa has unveiled its new subsidiary, Airtel Africa Telesonic (Telesonic), aimed at addressing the growing demand for wholesale data across the continent. With an extensive network spanning 75,000 kilometers…
In partnership with the World Bank, the Nigerian government aims to address the digital divide by raising $3 billion for an extensive broadband infrastructure expansion that will build 120,000km additional…
Guy Willner, Chairman of IX Africa Data Centre, discusses Artificial Intelligence, growth opportunities and data centers in Africa.With over 25 years of experience in the global data center industry, Guy…
Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, the iconic Group Managing Director (GMD) of Access Holdings Plc, tragically passed away on February 9, 2024, leaving behind a profound legacy that transcended the financial sector.…
Teraco, Africa’s largest interconnection hub and vendor-neutral data center provider has announced its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the African data center market. The company made this announcement in…
Three UK is embarking on a mission to address urban network congestion in Glasgow by deploying more than 50 small cells throughout the city. This initiative comes as a response…
SpaceX has applied for approval from the Federal Communications Commission to repurpose its ocean-based rocket landing platforms into satellite ground stations, as per reports from Advanced Television. The company seeks…
The UK government has allocated a £45 million funding package to accelerate the adoption of quantum technology across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, and transport. This initiative aligns with the…
Nigeria’s telecommunications regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is urging states and local governments nationwide to reduce taxes imposed on telecom companies, warning that excessive taxation could hinder industry growth.…
Shared cell tower infrastructure operator in Africa, IHS announced the renewal of its contract with Airtel Nigeria, a subsidiary of Airtel Africa Plc a leading mobile network operators (MNOs) in…
The heart of any digital economy is digital infrastructure, including broadband, mobile telecom, and Internet. Africa has recorded tremendous growth in the development of these infrastructure in recent years powered…
Kenya remains steadfast in its commitment to enhancing broadband infrastructure, with significant investments in submarine and fiber optic cables, alongside efforts to improve middle- and last-mile connectivity. Eliud Owalo, Kenya’s…
China Telecom has reportedly unveiled a supercomputer dedicated to AI training, utilizing entirely Chinese-made components and technology. The machine, located in Wuhan at the Central Intelligent Computing Center, is said…
Social media giant Meta has announced an increased capital allocation of up to $37 billion for new digital infrastructure in the current year, marking a $2 billion boost from its…
In response to the growing demand for advanced shopping assistance, Amazon has unveiled Rufus, a generative AI-powered expert shopping assistant that provides customers with insightful answers to a wide range…
Responding to the surging demand for cloud services in Africa, Oracle has unveiled its plans to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya. Scott Twaddle, Senior Vice President of…
Google Cloud has announced the launch of its Johannesburg cloud region in South Africa, a transformative step to provide cutting-edge cloud services for businesses across the continent. The region is…
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Space Commerce (OSC) and Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) have entered into a no-exchange-of-funds Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) for…
MTN Group has announced plans to invest $215 million in infrastructure in Benin over the next three years. This investment includes the construction of a new office for its subsidiary,…
Moroccan telecommunications operator, inwi has entered into a strategic partnership with Medusa Submarine Cable System to enhance its trans-Mediterranean connectivity. As reported by Capacity Media, inwi will collaborate with Medusa…
In a major leap for Senegal's space aspirations, the Senegalese Space Study Agency (ASES) and PROMÉTHÉE Earth Intelligence, a leading French space technology firm, formally solidified their commitment to advancing…
In partnership with software company, Nvidia, Equinix has launched a fully managed cloud service for enterprises that want to own their AI computing systems. The partnership allows businesses to acquire…
CSquared has successfully launched its open-access backbone network in Liberia, marking a significant milestone in partnership with USAID Liberia. The 350-kilometer fiber backbone network extends from Monrovia to the borders…
In partnership with digital infrastructure company, Digital Realty Trust and Brookfield Asset Management, Reliance Industries has made inroads into the Indian data center industry with an investment of $122 million,…
West African data center operator, Rack Centre, has appointed Lars Johannisson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Johannisson replaces Dr. Ayotunde Coker, who moved to lead the Open Access Data…
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has invested $30 million in equity in the African Infrastructure Investment Fund 4 Partnership (AIIF4) to support infrastructure projects, including digital real…
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman is reported to be exploring a new venture to develop specialized chips for AI applications, and is speaking with prominent Middle Eastern investors and Taiwan Semiconductor…
UK’s second largest mobile network operator, EE, has completed the first phase of its Shared Rural Network (SRN) coverage rollout, achieving this milestone six months ahead of schedule. EE is…
The Federal Government, led by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has finalized plans for an extensive strategy to achieve affordable internet and enhanced broadband…
After an ongoing battle with its second largest shareholders Wendel and MTN, owning a total of 45%, IHS has reached an agreement on corporate governance matters to lower the ownership…
Caterpillar and Microsoft have jointly achieved a successful demonstration showcasing the viability of hydrogen fuel cells as a reliable and sustainable backup power source for a data center, sustaining operations…
Another direct-to-cell satellite firm AST SpaceMobile is in the news after securing significant investments from industry giants AT&T, Google, and Vodafone, totaling $155 million in strategic funding. The funding, alongside…
In an exclusive conversation with Africa Hyperscalers, Raul Martynek, CEO of DataBank, the largest data center company in North America, discussed the surging demand for data centers propelled by the…
Investment giant BlackRock has agreed to buy Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), the world’s largest independent infrastructure manager for $12.5 billion in cash and stock. New York-based GIP owns major stakes…
Google is joining a consortium to deploy the first subsea cable between South America and Asia Pacific. “Today, we’re joining Desarrollo País of Chile and Office of Posts and Telecommunications…
In a strategic move to transform its operations in Africa, Dimension Data has sold its operations in Ghana as part of a Management Buyout (MBO). Former Managing Director of Dimension…
The International Telecommunications Union's (ITU) Mobile Network Coverage Facts and Figures 2023 report has decried Africa's dismal performance in 5G adoption, with a meager 6 per cent coverage, as opposed…
In the aftermath of the recent earthquake that struck Japan's Noto Peninsula on January 1, Japanese telecommunications company KDDI is collaborating with SpaceX subsidiary Starlink to restore crucial internet services…
Global digital infrastructure investment firm, DigitalBridge has thrown its weight behind Intel's new independent enterprise AI company, Articul8. Articul8 plans to offer customers a full-stack, vertically-optimized, GenAI software platform that…
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.…
Starlink launched its highly anticipated direct-to-smartphone satellite service, yesterday, January 2, 2024. The parent company, SpaceX announced the launch of the satellites via a post on its X handle today. …
Orange Botswana has recently introduced its cutting-edge Tier III Certified Data Center, located at the Botswana Digital Innovation Hub and Technology Park. This launch reflects the company's commitment to technological…
Intel has officially confirmed its substantial investment of $25 billion in expanding its chip manufacturing plant in Israel. This commitment follows the approval of $3.2 billion in funding from the…
Google has agreed to settle a consumer privacy lawsuit seeking at least $5 billion in damages over allegations it tracked users' data who thought they were browsing the internet privately.…
Airtel Kenya is gearing up for substantial network expansion across the country in 2024, with plans to construct up to 1,000 new network sites while increasing its 5G network coverage…
Airtel Africa has announced the registration of its 150 millionth customer, marking a significant milestone in the company's mission to provide millions of individuals with access to reliable and high-quality…
NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) are set to pioneer a breakthrough in sustainable space exploration by launching the world's inaugural wooden satellite, named LignoSat, into Earth's orbit…
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…
In an exclusive interview with Africa Hyperscalers, Maxie Reynolds, CEO of Subsea Cloud, sheds light on the cost advantages and innovative features of underwater data centers compared to traditional physical…
center3, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the stc Group, has acquired CMC Networks, a leading global service provider specializing in cutting-edge networking solutions across Africa and the Middle East, to boost…
Africa's relationship with the internet has been a saga of soaring aspirations and harsh realities. In the pre-dawn days of connectivity, clunky satellite dishes were the sole gateways to the…
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…
Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty, a groundbreaking service ensuring compliance, security, and policy adherence, is now accessible across all Azure regions, spanning over 60 cloud regions, including South Africa, where the…
Eutelsat Group, the world's first combined GEO-LEO satellite operator, has secured a landmark deal with Rawafed Libya for Telecommunications & Technology (RLTT), expanding its footprint and fueling high-speed connectivity across…
In the recent Q2 2024 earnings call, Oracle's founder and CTO, Larry Ellison, unveiled ambitious plans to significantly expand the company's global data center footprint. The strategy involves the enhancement…
Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, believes that Malaysia can become a potential hub for artificial intelligence (AI) manufacturing, thanks to its expertise in manufacturing, including packaging and assembly. Huang asserts this…
Ghana has become the latest African country to warn against using Starlink satellite broadband services before SpaceX obtains a license. This move follows similar actions by South Africa and other…
IHS Holding, a leading tower operator, is trying to reclaim its lost deal with MTN Nigeria by offering improved terms to lease back 2,500 towers recently awarded to American Tower…
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…
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. …
The Smart Africa Alliance has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with pan-African digital connectivity solutions company Bayobab and infrastructure investment platform Africa50 to support the fiber optic cable initiative…
In this exclusive interview, Africa Hyperscalers Media speaks to the new CEO of TelCables Nigeria, Fernando Fernandes. He speaks on Africa’s digital infrastructure gap, Angola Cable’s efforts to bridge this…
2Africa subsea cable, owned by Meta, Bayobab, and other consortium partners, has landed in Accra, Ghana. This marks the third out of six planned landings for Bayobab, showcasing their commitment…
Avanti Communications has announced its transition from being a satellite operator in geostationary orbit to positioning itself as a global multi-orbit provider of fully integrated connectivity services and solutions. In…
Global alternative asset management leader DigitalBridge Group, Inc. proudly announces the successful completion of its inaugural digital infrastructure credit fund, DigitalBridge Credit (Onshore), LP, and parallel vehicles collectively referred to…
China’s Beijing Highlander Digital Technology Company has marked a significant achievement in commercial underwater data center development by successfully installing a core data module weighing an impressive 1,300 metric tons…
In a new report, the 2023 GSMA Mobile Economy analysis for Sub-Saharan Africa unveils a transformative trajectory for mobile connectivity, highlighting key indicators that signify the region's profound digital evolution.…
Hong Kong-based conglomerate PCCW is actively exploring the sale of a substantial minority stake in its fiber business, with estimates reaching up to $1 billion. Sources indicate that PCCW is…
Zayo Group has announced the acquisition of fiber infrastructure and network services company Globalways, a German fiber infrastructure and network services company based in Stuttgart. The financial details of the…
Eutelsat OneWeb has announced a significant stride towards bolstering connectivity in Sub-Saharan Africa with a multi-year master distribution agreement signed with NEC XON. The collaboration aims to deliver high-quality Low…
Tsinghua University, China Mobile, Huawei, and the China Education and Scientific Research Network (CERNET), have successfully launched a cutting-edge 1.2-terabit optical backbone spanning 3,000 kilometers and connecting Beijing, Wuhan, and…
During the sidelines of the ongoing AfricaCom, WIOCC has launched Open Access Technical Services (OATS), which it has described as a "truly holistic managed network and infrastructure services company" catering…
Tencent Cloud and Digital Edge, a pioneering data center platform company, have announced their collaboration to improve connectivity via peering at the Edge Peering Internet Exchange (EPIX), hosted at the…
The St David's Island Historical Society has rejected Google’s proposal to site its cable landing station (CLS) in Annie’s Bay, Bermuda. The President of the St David's Island Historical Society,…
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…
Paratus Group, a leading provider of fiber and satellite connectivity, has recently secured a US$31 million debt facility from the Private Infrastructure Development Group. This strategic investment is earmarked for…
Layer3, a provider of cloud and network technology solutions, has announced its partnership with the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) to improve network performance in Abuja and Kano, ultimately…
Colt Technology Services has completed the acquisition of Lumen's EMEA business for $1.8 billion. The deal, which was first announced last year, will see Colt expand its digital infrastructure and…
Tizeti Network Limited (Tizeti), West Africa's pioneer solar-based internet service provider, has secured long-term debt financing from Chapel Hill Denham's Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund (NIDF) to support its broadband rollout…
A nonprofit organization backed by cryptocurrency billionaire and founder of Ripple, Jed McCaleb bought $500 million of Nvidia’s cutting edge chips. The organization, named Voltage Park, is dedicated to providing…
San Francisco-based startup Oxide, has launched a cloud on premise solution, with claims to be the world's inaugural "commercial cloud computer." This rack-scale system enables enterprises to enjoy the advantages…
Medallion Data Center a Digital Realty company, has launched its second data center in Lagos, Nigeria, following the completion of its rebrand. The new data center, called LOS2, has an…
Industry leaders at the 2023 edition of the Nigerian Peering & Interconnection Forum (ngPIF), hosted by the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) and the Nigerian Network Operators Group (NNOG)…
SpaceX's Starlink unit is planning to deploy thousands of W-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites as part of its satellite internet network. The network, known as ESIAFI II, will consist…
By Ayomide Jones In our digitally connected world, understanding the flow of internet traffic is crucial for optimizing connectivity, reducing latency, and enhancing the overall user experience. In West Africa,…
Stakeholders in Nigeria's digital infrastructure industry have called for improved regulation to support the sector's growth, forecasting that internet traffic in the country could increase by 1000% in the next…
Raxio, a leading carrier-neutral, data center company in Africa, has announced that it has raised $46 million in equity funding from existing shareholders, Roha and Meridiam, and $170 million in…
Funke Opeke, CEO of MainOne (an Equinix Company), and Maxie Reynolds, CEO of Subsea Cloud have been appointed as distinguished ambassadors for the newly launched eMPOWERED Network, an initiative of…
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,…
The high cost of energy is forcing data centres in Nigeria to consider increasing the price of their services – a development that would impact the cost of internet and…
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…
Authors: Faith Waithaka, Cloud and Service Provider Segment Sales Lead: Anglophone Africa, Schneider Electric and Kevin Kent, Founder & CEO, Critical Facilities Efficiency Solutions. The marriage of global expertise with…
Nvidia and Foxconn have announced a collaboration to create data center modules tailored for AI-powered factories using Nvidia's Grace Hopper chips. Under this partnership, Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group), will…
Medallion Data Centres Limited, Nigeria's leading carrier-neutral data center operator, has announced it has completed its rebrand to Digital Realty and is now part of the Digital Realty group of…
Faced with rising data volumes, relentless cybersecurity threats, a dire shortage of skilled professionals, and the higher regulatory requirements, 95% of businesses perceive their digital infrastructure as a risk to…
Hyperscale data center capacity is poised to nearly triple over the next six years, driven by the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, says Synergy Research Group, a strategic…
Subsea Cloud, a US-based startup specializing in deploying offshore data center pods, is expanding its presence in Europe. with a production facility in the UK and a research and development…
Paratus Group, a leading connectivity solutions provider in Africa, has launched two new cross-border fiber links connecting Mozambique and South Africa. These routes provide an alternative to the typical sub-sea…
World’s largest online retailer and technology provider, Amazon is believed to have set its sights on revolutionizing logistics, with the potential to create a business worth over $100 billion, says…
Following its previous announcement of a $1 billion investment in Dojo, Tesla’s supercomputer, Elon Musk seems to be doubling down on artificial intelligence as Tesla is believed to be building…
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…
Cybersecurity has become important now more than ever, given the rise in technology adoption. With cyber security now pressing issue for all industries, the need for businesses to understand the…
Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by SpaceX, is reducing its prices in Nigeria by offering a 21% discount on its installation fees, dropping the price from ₦378,000 ($378) to…
Alibaba Cloud, a global leader in cloud computing and artificial intelligence, and Chinese-owned cloud provider has partnered with Telkom subsidiary BCX to expand its share in Africa's cloud services market.…
Rack Centre, a carrier and cloud-neutral data center based in West Africa, is training artisans from its host community for their involvement in the construction of LGS2, its new data…
Cables are some of the most pervasive objects you'll find in a data center. Unfortunately, they can also be difficult to deal with and potentially dangerous. A data center of…
TelCables Nigeria (www.telecables.co.za), a leading telecommunications provider and subsidiary of Angola Cables recently announced the launch of its pioneering Clouds2Africa node in Nigeria, introducing businesses of all sizes to a…
The renowned European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), has crossed the threshold of one exabyte in disk storage capacity, and now boasts over one million terabytes of disk space dedicated…
In a strategic move to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving world of generative AI, Meta has unveiled its latest creation: Meta AI, a conversational chatbot set to rival OpenAI's…
Multiple vulnerabilities in data center infrastructure management systems and power distribution units have been discovered that could be exploited by attackers to gain full access to these systems and perform…
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.…
The cloud services market in Africa continued to grow in the second quarter of 2023, albeit at a slower pace than in the previous quarter. This is according to new…