New project aims to make Lagos the digital hub of Africa

Global digital infrastructure company Equinix says it’s the first step in its long-term strategy to become a leading African carrier-neutral firm.

Deal expected to close in the first quarter of 2022, subject to regulatory approval.

The Appolonia Data Centre will be launched for the company’s subsidiary MDXi and intended to meet an increasing need for colocation and interconnection services.

Telecommunications firm MainOne partners World Bank to provide bulk connectivity services.

Announcement made days after the company establishes datacentre in Abidjan.

Project will offer capabilities to deepen infrastructure sharing and lower the cost of delivering broadband services to the region.

Tier III 100-rack MDXi facility scheduled to be ready for service in Q4 2020.

Operator recently secured a US$120-million credit facility.

Company spearheads 'Broadband for All' initiative in conjunction with Lagos State Government.

Avanti, MainOne in partnership to combine satellite and fibre to bolster broadband.

Enterprise connectivity and datacentre services provider is focused on Edo and Ogun States.