State of African Data Centre Market 2021

The Africa Data Centres Association is honoured and delighted to produce the “State of the African Data Centre Market 2021” report, following the success of the first edition in 2020. This report underscores the key role of private investment in data centre infrastructure development, which will drive economic growth in Africa over the coming years.

Within this annual report you will find a joint report published by Oxford Business Group that explores the African data centre market in greater detail. The “Data Centres in Africa Focus Report” covers existing infrastructure, market growth potential, key stakeholders, recent developments in terms of connectivity deployment and data growth.

It also contains an analysis of potential roadblocks such as access to finance, land and electricity, as well as availability of talent, and concludes with prospects for further development of the industry. More details on the Africa Data Centres Association members, data centre operators and suppliers, and media partners can be found in the directory. We are pleased to welcome new members every week.