Africa’s data center market is growing at an unprecedented rate, expected to reach $5 billion by 2026. This is being driven by increased adoption of Internet, Cloud computing and digital services.
However, the market remains challenged by a number of factors, including power shortages and droughts. This episode explores the trajectory for growth for data centers in the region, navigating power availability challenges on the continent, and how macroeconomic factors such as exchange rates and interest rates will impact data center growth in Africa.