In a strategic move to bolster South Africa’s digital infrastructure, Africa Data Centres has announced a partnership with Oni-Tel Fibre Networks. This collaboration is set to significantly enhance high-speed connectivity across Africa Data Centres’ key facilities in Gauteng, specifically targeting the Midrand and Samrand campuses.
As the continent’s largest provider of interconnected, carrier-neutral data centres, Africa Data Centres (a part of Cassava Technologies) aims to provide its clients with more robust options for handling the surge in data-intensive workloads.
Strengthening the Digital Backbone
The heart of this partnership lies in Oni-Tel’s Infinity fibre interconnection platform. This infrastructure was purpose-built to facilitate seamless data centre interconnectivity. By integrating this platform, Africa Data Centres can now offer:
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Ultra-Low Latency: Faster data transmission essential for real-time applications.
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Carrier-Grade Performance: High-capacity bandwidth designed for secure, enterprise-level operations.
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Enhanced Scalability: Seamless bandwidth options that grow alongside a business’s infrastructure needs.
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Resilient Uptime: Direct access to Gauteng’s primary data hubs through a highly reliable network.
Supporting the AI and Cloud Revolution
The demand for high-performance infrastructure is being driven by a rapid shift toward cloud adoption and the deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Adil El Youssefi, CEO of Africa Data Centres, emphasized that dependable connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses navigating the digital economy.
“By partnering with Oni-Tel, we’re giving our customers access to enhanced fibre infrastructure that supports their growth and innovation, while maintaining secure, enterprise-grade environments,” El Youssefi stated.
Oni-Tel’s Chief Commercial Officer, Ellisha Gobind, echoed this sentiment, noting that the “Infinity” solution allows customers to stay ahead in a competitive landscape through secure, scalable, and ultra-fast infrastructure.
A Growing Ecosystem
This partnership expands the range of dark fibre solutions available to customers in Gauteng. By maintaining a vendor-neutral stance, Africa Data Centres ensures that enterprises, financial institutions, and cloud providers have the freedom to choose the best connectivity paths for their specific needs.
| Feature | Impact on Customers |
| Direct Interconnects | Reduced hop counts and faster access to cloud services. |
| High-Availability | Increased network redundancy to prevent downtime. |
| Strategic Locations | Centralized access in Midrand and Samrand hubs. |
As South Africa continues to establish itself as a primary tech hub for the continent, the collaboration between Africa Data Centres and Oni-Tel marks a significant step forward in building a robust, interconnected ecosystem capable of supporting the next generation of African innovation.
