Data centres are springing up everywhere and Millicom is not left behind. This morning, the company announced it has concluded plans to set up two new data centres in Chad and Senegal. In a PR statement, the company stressed that the move is reinforcing its strong commitment to its B2B customers and its dedication to meet rising regional demand for data centre services.
It promised that the newly established data center facility in N’Djamena, Chad is of world class standard. It is a 126 racks capacity data centre. The facility has been designed to service all of Tigo Chad’s hosting requirements, with a total power load of close to 1 MW; withstand the extreme heat of N’Djamena, where daily temperatures are on average 40°C (over 100°F); offer the possibility of expanding to double its initial capacity and in such a way that it does not impact any future expansion; ensure the highest security procedures through biometric access and a fully automated intelligent system capable of automatically warning staff of any imminent issues.
Speaking on this development, Cynthia Gordon, Chief Executive Officer, Africa Division, Millicom, said: “Our new data centre represents a significant investment for Tigo Chad which will continue to improve B2B customer experience and ensure operational stability. It significantly expands our data capacity, allowing us to offer our customers in Chad new and exciting business, internet and mobile services.”
In recognition of the growing revenue opportunity in Senegal, Millicom has also confirmed plans to develop a similar facility there. Following a recent meeting with the Senegalese Prime Minister, H.E. Mr. Mahammed Boun Abdallah Dionne, the construction of the new data centre will take place in Diamniadio, in the Dakar region of Senegal. By offering business customers in Senegal a full range of secure hosting solutions, Millicom is also supporting the government led Plan Senegal Emergent (PSE), designed to position the country as a leader in its subregion.
The Diamniadio centre will facilitate data exchange and storage, and help to optimise and accelerate the performance of Senegalese businesses. Millicom will also be opening a Tigo business office in Diamniadio and will be playing a key role in the development of its urban center.
Mrs. Gordon said: “Following the launch of our data centre in Chad, we are excited to begin a new project here in Senegal. We are seeing rising demand in the region for data center services and space as companies search for n efficiencies and business opportunities. Tigo is there to help African corporations advance through the adoption of innovative technologies and digital services.”
The new data centres in Chad and Senegal follow the establishment of other data centres in Tanzania and Ghana, where Millicom has taken the lead to support its B2B customers. All of these centres are vital for business development in the region and play the key role of safeguarding mission-critical data, applying the highest levels of security and providing access to an ecosystem where networks, enterprises and business partners can easily and securely interconnect and interact.
