Botswana in advanced negotiations to host SADC regional internet exchange
28 November 2025
Botswana is nearing an agreement to host the Southern African Development Community (SADC) regional internet exchange, a move that would cement its status as the bloc’s primary digital gateway.
The country’s national fibre network operator, Botswana Fibre Network (BoFiNet), is collaborating closely with the SADC Secretariat on this initiative.
Find out more Oni-Tel Fibre Networks launches inter-data centre fibre network in South Africa
27 November 2025
Oni-Tel Fibre Networks has unveiled its Inter-Data Centre Fibre Network, with Digital Parks Africa (DPA) serving as the inaugural Point of Presence (PoP).
This high-speed fibre backbone links major data centres across Gauteng, facilitating seamless, low-latency connectivity between facilities and opening new avenues for enterprise and cloud infrastructure.
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Orange Morocco unveils state-of-the-art data centre in Casablanca
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27 November 2025
Orange Morocco has officially launched its latest infrastructure, the "Orange Tech" data centre, in Casablanca. The facility was inaugurated on 19 November and marks a significant step forward in the country's digital landscape.
With an initial capacity of 1.5 megawatts, the data centre is designed to address increasing demands for hosting, cloud services, and cybersecurity, aligning with Morocco's strategic goal of strengthening its digital sovereignty.
Find out more Africa’s data centre market expected to grow significantly by 2030
27 November 2025
Demand for data centres across Africa is projected to surge between 3.5 and 5.5 times its current levels by the end of the decade, according to a new report published by McKinsey & Company.
The report, titled “Building Data Centres for Africa’s Unique Market Dynamics,” highlights how accelerating digital transformation initiatives in both the public and private sectors, coupled with the increasing adoption of data-intensive technologies such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing, are fuelling this growth.
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