- The EcoCloud and G42 new data centre will commence with an initial computing load of 100 MW, ramped up over the years to 1 GW.
- The implementation is part of the country’s digital strategy to position Kenya as a leading technology hub in East Africa.
EcoCloud, a leading Kenyan data centre solutions provider, and G42, an Emirati technology group specialising in artificial intelligence, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish the country’s first geothermal-powered data centre. The agreement, signed on Wednesday, March 6, in Nairobi, aims to tap into Kenya’s vast untapped geothermal potential.
The CEO of G42 Group, Peng Xiao, said the geothermal-powered data centre is a milestone towards realising Kenya’s potential as a global digital hub and fulfilling the firm’s mission of making intelligence accessible to everyone, everywhere.
The new data centre will commence with an initial computing load of 100 megawatts, ramped up over the years to 1 gigawatt. It will be suitable for use in telecommunications and other sectors. Its implementation is part of the country’s digital strategy to position Kenya as a leading technology hub in the East African sub-region and the continent at large.
The MoU between the two entities will announce a new era of cloud computing and AI services. The initiative promises to unlock unprecedented economic opportunities, drive innovation, and advance the digital economy, positioning Kenya as the centre of technological innovation in Africa and a competitive player on the global stage.
The CEO of EcoCloud, Amos Siwoi, said in response to environmental demands, the facility will also reduce Kenya’s reliance on fossil fuels, cut carbon emissions, and contribute to environmental conservation. “By harnessing the power of geothermal energy, we are not only meeting the region’s data needs but also setting a new standard for eco-friendly infrastructure. This partnership underscores our dedication to a greener, more sustainable future for Africa and beyond.”