ADCA Forecasts 17.5% Growth in Africa’s Data Center Sector

The African data center market is expected to grow at an average rate of
17.5% over the next year, driven primarily by increasing digitization across
the continent. A recent survey by the Africa Data Centres Association
(ADCA) shows strong investor confidence, with over 77% of companies
planning significant investments despite challenges like energy access and
regulatory barriers. The adoption of AI-ready infrastructure is rising, with
36% of respondents already implementing AI-capable systems and another
35% planning to follow suit. However, talent retention and sustainability
remain pressing concerns, while the impact of the African Continental Free
Trade Area (AfCFTA) on the sector is still seen as limited.

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