Paratus Group puts East Africa connectivity in focus at ITW Africa 2026
At the heart of the Paratus East African operation is the 2 000km G2M terrestrial fibre route linking Goma in the eastern DRC with Mombasa on the Kenyan coast.
Nairobi, Kenya has announced the launch of a new data centre, NBO2, as part of its efforts to become the digital hub of East Africa. The facility, operated by Digital Realty, will offer secure and scalable cloud computing infrastructure for businesses, financial institutions, and internet service providers. The government aims to position the country as a regional technology gateway, attracting investment and creating opportunities for young Kenyans.
Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy, John Tanui, emphasized the importance of attracting investment and developing the digital economy, particularly with the rise of artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Kenyan Deputy Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, highlighted the potential of the country's young, tech-savvy population in building a knowledge-driven economy.
The NBO2 data centre will support growing demand for digital services and emerging technologies, strengthening Kenya's position as a connectivity hub linking businesses and consumers across East Africa.
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