Yet, according to the Africa Data Centres Association, Africa alone needs 1000MW and 700 facilities to meet growing demand. Because data centres need power to stay operational 24x7x365, reliance on onsite back-up generation is often the expensive norm. Matone Ditlhake, CEO Corridor AfricaModular data centres and free coolingModular data centres are another key strategy in addressing infrastructure challenges. Data centres utilising advanced SSDs can manage large volumes of transactions and queries swiftly, making real-time analytics and decision-making possible. Secure data storage systems help safeguard against unauthorised access, helping ensure that customer and business data stays confidential and intact.

Source: The North Africa Journal October 20, 2024 22:33 UTC