Raxio Data Centre, a provider of cutting-edge carrier-neutral data centres across Africa, has unveiled its latest facility in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This inauguration marks the commencement of an ambitious expansion plan, with several facilities slated to open in the coming months.
Robert Mullins, CEO of Raxio Group, expressed enthusiasm about this milestone, stating, “This is a hugely exciting time for us as a company. Raxio Ethiopia is the first of several facilities we will be opening between now and the end of the first half of 2024, with our facilities in Mozambique, Ivory Coast, and DRC next in line. We are continuing to execute on our promise of delivering world-class data centre infrastructure across underserved markets in Africa.”
Located in the heart of Ethiopia’s economic hub, Raxio’s newest Tier III certified data centre is designed to cater to the rapidly evolving needs of the business environment and public sector. The facility offers secure colocation space for up to 800 racks, delivering up to 3MW of IT power, providing a robust, fully-redundant environment for housing mission-critical IT infrastructure with 24/7 availability.
Bewket Taffere, General Manager of Raxio Data Centre in Ethiopia, highlighted the significance of this flagship facility, stating, “The launch of our flagship facility in Addis Ababa represents a major milestone in our journey at Raxio, and for our country. We anticipate that this facility will be a catalyst for increased economic development in Ethiopia, supporting local businesses and government agencies, as well as attracting regional and international service and content providers into Ethiopia.”
Raxio’s Tier III certification ensures the facility’s adherence to stringent standards, providing customers with the assurance that their equipment is in reliable hands.
The launch of this data centre is poised to have a transformative impact on Ethiopia, contributing significantly to the country’s digital inclusion efforts and extending the ICT infrastructure network to improve access to educational, social, and business resources.
As a carrier-neutral data centre, Raxio Ethiopia is positioned to become a connectivity hub, fostering an ecosystem where local and international carriers can interconnect and exchange traffic. The facility, supported by diverse fibre routes, enables customers to benefit from a choice of providers, safeguarding them from connectivity cuts and contributing to reduced internet costs for businesses and end-customers.
The launch of Raxio’s data centre in Ethiopia aligns seamlessly with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MInT) Digital Ethiopia 2025 initiative.
By extending the ICT infrastructure network, contributing to job creation through ICT research and innovation, and enhancing information security, Raxio is actively supporting the Ministry’s core priorities and playing a crucial role in the digital transformation of Ethiopia.
