Africa Data Center (www.AfricaDataCentres.com), the business of Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader with African heritage, has partnered with fiber optic cable infrastructure provider Oni-Tel Fiber Networks to strengthen connectivity across its Gauteng facilities. Under the agreement, Oni-Tel will provide high-speed, low latency connectivity to Africa Data Center's Midrand and Samarand campuses through its Infinity Fiber Interconnection platform.
Purpose-built for data center interconnectivity over a flexible network with direct access to Gauteng's major data center hubs, it provides customers with fast, high-capacity bandwidth and secure, carrier-grade performance, supporting the levels of uptime required in today's data-driven environment.
“As enterprises accelerate cloud adoption, AI deployment and data-intensive workloads, they require reliable, scalable connectivity within reliable local data centres. By partnering with Oni-Tel, we are providing our customers with access to advanced fiber infrastructure that supports their growth and innovation while maintaining a secure, enterprise-grade environment for businesses navigating South Africa’s digital economy,” said CEO of Africa Data Centres. Adil El Youssefi said.
For Africa Data Centers, which operates the continent's largest interconnected, vendor- and cloud-neutral data center platform, the collaboration strengthens its service portfolio by enhancing performance and expanding connectivity options within its facilities. Customers get superior interconnection options, high-availability architecture, uninterrupted bandwidth and the ability to scale efficiently as their infrastructure needs grow.
Elisha Gobind, Chief Commercial Officer, Oni-Tel, said, “Our partnership with Africa Data Center enables us to provide our premium fiber interconnection solutions to some of the most strategically important data center hubs in Gauteng. Through Infinity, customers benefit from ultra-low latency connectivity, scalable capacity and secure, carrier-grade infrastructure designed to keep their businesses ahead in a highly competitive digital landscape.”
Africa data center facilities across the continent serve as key interconnection hubs, supporting enterprises, cloud service providers, financial institutions, mobile network operators, fixed network operators and other users. Oni-Tel's dark fiber solution further expands the range of carrier-neutral options available to Gauteng customers, improving network speeds and performance.
As demand for secure, high-performance digital infrastructure continues to grow, the Africa Data Center is focused on building a strong, interconnected ecosystem that supports enterprise innovation and long-term growth across South Africa and the wider region.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Data Center.
About Africa Data Center:
Africa Data Centers owns and operates one of Africa's largest networks of interconnected, carrier and cloud-neutral data center facilities. Bringing international experts to the pan-African market, Africa Data Center is a trusted partner for fast and secure data center services and interconnections across Africa. Strategically located across South, East and West Africa, our world-class data center facilities provide a home for all business-critical data for Africa's small, medium and large enterprises and global hyper-scale customers. www.AfricaDataCentres.com
About this One-Tail Fiber Network:
Onitel Fiber Networks is a leading telecommunications infrastructure provider, providing high speed fiber connectivity solutions to businesses and communities across South Africa. With a focus on innovation, reliability and customer satisfaction, Onitel Fiber Networks designs, builds and manages fiber networks that empower growth, productivity and digital transformation. Our fiber network is engineered for low latency, ensuring seamless data transfers and real-time communications, helping businesses thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. www.OniTel.co.za