WOCC Group, a leading pan-African digital infrastructure company, has partnered with e&, a global technology conglomerate, in a strategic alliance dubbed “Africa’s Carriers’ Carrier.” This collaboration aims to expand the hyperscaler ecosystem throughout Africa, enhancing digital connectivity and infrastructure across the continent.
Announcement at Africa Tech Festival 2024
The partnership was officially announced this week during the Africa Tech Festival 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. WOCC Group highlighted that this agreement would significantly bolster e&’s presence in Africa, complementing its extensive global reach, which already spans 38 markets across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Central and Eastern Europe.
Goals and Strategic Vision
The primary objective of this partnership is to enhance mutual capabilities and unlock new growth opportunities in underserved and emerging markets across Africa, particularly in the eastern and southern regions where the majority of hyperscalers operate. WOCC Group emphasized that the integration of e&’s and WOCC’s subsea networks would enable both companies to meet the growing demands of their clients by providing scalable, resilient, and low-latency connectivity solutions.
Leadership Perspectives
Nabil Baccouche, Group Chief Carrier and Wholesale Officer at e&, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “This collaboration drives innovation and economic growth, ensuring businesses and communities across Africa access world-class digital services. Together, e& and WOCC are committed to advancing Africa’s digital landscape and reinforcing its role as a global technology hub.”
Ryan Sher, Chief Operating Officer of WOCC Group, also underscored the significance of the partnership, noting, “Our partnership with e& marks a significant step forward in Africa’s digital transformation journey.” He highlighted WOCC’s robust infrastructure, local expertise, and extensive regional footprint, which enable the company to deliver specialized, high-capacity connectivity solutions tailored to the needs of telcos and hyperscalers.
Enhancing Africa’s Digital Landscape
Sher continued, “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.” The collaboration is expected to foster economic development and innovation, providing enhanced digital services to businesses and communities throughout the continent.
Conclusion
The partnership between WOCC Group and e& represents a pivotal development in Africa’s digital infrastructure landscape. By combining their strengths and resources, both companies are poised to significantly advance the hyperscaler ecosystem in Africa, offering improved connectivity solutions that support the continent’s digital transformation and economic growth.
