Airtel breaks ground on 44MW East Africa’s largest data centre in Nairobi
- Airtel Africa has commenced construction of its 44MW hyperscale data centre, Nxtra, in Tatu City, Nairobi.
- The Tatu City project is set to become the largest single data centre in East Africa, scheduled to go live in Q1 2027.
- This investment is part of Airtel Africa's strategy to enhance its B2B offerings and capture growing data consumption in Africa.
Airtel Africa's investment in data infrastructure is a significant step towards meeting the increasing demand for digital services in Africa. The focus on sustainability and advanced technology positions the company well against competitors, but the success of these initiatives will depend on effective execution and market conditions.
