Bayobab has announced the appointment of Niraj Shah as general manager – Data Centres Programme, effective 1 September 2025
As part of the MTN Group, Bayobab is strengthening its position as Africa’s foremost digital infrastructure provider. By combining its expertise in connectivity, infrastructure, and FinTech, the company aims to accelerate digital transformation across the continent. The Data Centres Programme plays a key role in this strategy, broadening Bayobab’s reach and reinforcing its status as the preferred partner for hyperscalers, enterprises, and governments in need of top-tier co-location and cloud services.
With more than 15 years of experience in data centres and digital infrastructure, Niraj has held senior and founding positions at IXAfrica and iColo. His professional background includes driving strategic growth, building partnerships, business development, and nurturing ecosystems to deliver scalable, sustainable infrastructure in Africa. He has been instrumental in shaping Kenya’s data centre landscape and has spearheaded major projects with hyperscalers, cloud operators, and content providers.
Bayobab has welcomed Niraj to its leadership team, confident that his extensive industry knowledge and collaborative mindset will be vital in advancing the company’s strategic goals.
Bayobab expands leadership team for digital growth
Niraj Shah joins Bayobab as general manager, leading Data Centres Programme to drive Africa’s digital growth. (Image source: Bayobab)
