Raxio gets $100m IFC funds to develop African data centre platform
The debt funding from IFC will help Raxio double its deployment of colocation data centers within three years, addressing growing demand in underserved markets across the continent.
Samuel Mungadze
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Cassava to equip data centres with NVIDIA tech
Cassava says its AI-enabled data centres will help Africa develop domestic AI technologies, increase productivity, and protect data.
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Safaricom M-PESA partners health ministry to digitise payments
The aim of the project is to increase financial inclusion, streamline healthcare payments, and improve service delivery across the country.
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Safaricom's M-PESA attains top marks in interim results
In the current reporting period, M-PESA contributed 42.9% of Safaricom's service revenue, totalling $600.09 million.
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Morocco pushes digital strategy, establishes tech trades complex
The complex will train young Moroccans in a wide range of tech professions while also strengthening the capabilities of local technology companies.
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East Africa tourism to benefit from enhanced telecom services
According to Safaricom Ethiopia's CEO, roaming concerns (cost and availability) have an impact on tourists' access to real-time information/data when traveling.
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MTN Congo debuts 5G network in Central Africa
The telco says the launch represents a unique opportunity to assist the development and growth of businesses in Congo.
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Ivorian Daba Finance wins 2024 Ecobank Fintech challenge
The judges recognised three fintechs whose solutions had a lasting impact, according to Ecobank.
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SATNAC 2024 to focus on unlocking AI-driven future
SATNAC 2024, hosted by Telkom, will be held from October 6 to 9 at the Skukuza Rest Camp in the heart of Kruger National Park.
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Raxio expands data centre network into Côte d’Ivoire
The group says the 2 000m² Tier III will serve the country and the wider West African Economic and Monetary Union.
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LINX Nairobi extends network to PAIX Data Centres Kenya
The London Internet Exchange collaborates with PAIX Data Centres to extend peering networks and enhance connectivity infrastructure.
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Vodacom's Joosub meets Ethiopian telecoms regulator
The visit came as Safaricom announced it is focusing on growing operations for Ethiopia's digital future, which would be important in driving growth.