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Go to PodcastThe Wingu Africa data center in Dar es Salaam has been operational since October 2022. Through a partnership with TTCL/NICTBB, the facility provides connectivity across all regions of Tanzania and Zanzibar, as well as access to eight neighboring countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi.
Wingu launched the second phase of the facility in 2025. This $50 million investment significantly upgraded the site's capabilities to meet the growing demand for AI and high-density cloud computing. The expansion also added 80 high-density racks to the data center’s infrastructure, bringing the total to 110.
| Distance | Site | About |
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| 1.46 miles | Raxio: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
The Raxio Group, an African data center operator, is building a new, multi-megawatt colocation facility in Tanzania that will meet Uptime Tier III standards.
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Wingu Africa bridges East Africa with the global digital economy by providing world-class, carrier-neutral data centre solutions.
Wingu Africa's values are built on technical competence, regional expertise, and a team of reliable, trustworthy professionals.
Since its founding in 2012, Wingu has developed an unparalleled understanding of East Africa's unique challenges and opportunities, allowing the company to deliver localised solutions that meet global standards.
Wingu prioritises carrier neutrality, ensuring clients have the freedom to choose and optimise their connectivity solutions while maintaining a commitment to excellence in infrastructure, security, and service delivery.
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