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e& and WIOCC join forces to drive Africa’s hyperscale connectivity, powering digital transformation and expanding access across emerging markets. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Global technology conglomerate e& has formed a strategic alliance with WIOCC, often referred to as Africa’s Carriers’ Carrier, to accelerate the expansion of Africa’s hyperscaler ecosystem

This partnership will extend e&'s influence within Africa, complementing its global reach across 38 markets in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Central & Eastern Europe. The collaboration aims to amplify capabilities and foster growth in underserved and emerging markets across Africa, with a focus on the eastern and southern regions where hyperscaler activity is concentrated.

By integrating e&'s and WIOCC’s subsea networks, both companies will be positioned to meet growing client demand with scalable, resilient, and low-latency connectivity solutions. This initiative not only supports e&'s and WIOCC's ambitions to expand their market footprint but also exemplifies their commitment to advancing digital transformation across Africa.

Nabil Baccouche, group chief carrier and wholesale officer at e&, remarked, “By combining e&'s carrier-grade infrastructure, global reach from Asia to Europe via the Middle East, and regional expertise, we offer tailored, high-capacity connectivity solutions for telcos and hyperscalers. Our Smarthub edge data centres, featuring AI-grade capabilities, further enhance this offering. This collaboration drives innovation and economic growth, ensuring businesses and communities across Africa access world-class digital services. Together, e& and WIOCC are committed to advancing Africa’s digital landscape and reinforcing its role as a global technology hub.”

Ryan Sher, WIOCC group chief operating officer, highlighted, “Our partnership with e& marks a significant step forward in Africa's digital transformation journey. WIOCC’s carrier-grade infrastructure, combined with our deep local knowledge and vast regional footprint, allows us to deliver tailored, high-capacity connectivity solutions that supports the complex needs of telcos and hyperscalers. Together with e&, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation, growth and economic impact across Africa, ensuring that businesses and communities benefit from world-class digital solutions.”

This partnership reflects both companies’ shared commitment to driving Africa’s digital transformation and establishing the continent as a central hub for telecommunications and hyperscaler innovation.

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