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.

20 November 2025

Canninah Dladla, Cluster President for English-speaking Africa at Schneider Electric

The IT industry is undergoing one of its most defining shifts to date, driven by the explosive growth of generative AI. These powerful language models are pushing the limits of traditional data centre infrastructure. The upgrades operators prioritise will depend largely on whether they’re handling AI training or inference workloads.

Training an AI model consumes enormous amounts of power, often exceeding 100kW per rack, and demands advanced cooling and electrical designs.

15 October 2025

While Africa’s infrastructure ambitions have historically struggled under systemic execution challenges, a new report from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), titled Bridging Africa’s Infrastructure Execution Gap, presents a compelling case for change.

The study reveals that the continent’s portfolio of approximately 130 transnational projects across energy, transport, digital, and water sectors can be significantly accelerated through innovative coordination and strategic private sector engagement. This approach could unlock up to $6 billion in GDP growth for every $1 billion invested, transforming Africa’s development trajectory.

06 August 2025

The Huawei Cloud Summit Northern Africa has successfully wrapped up, drawing over 600 decision-makers from both public and private sectors across more than 10 countries. The event served as a crucial platform for envisioning the region’s digital future and exploring opportunities for rapid technological advancement.

Since launching its Egypt Region in 2024, Huawei Cloud has experienced remarkable growth in Northern Africa, expanding its footprint by 140% within a year. The platform now supports more than 300 customers and 200 partners engaged in innovative projects, while also training over 15,000 developers to accelerate the region’s shift towards intelligent digital solutions. Huawei Cloud has established itself as the leading public cloud provider in the region.