Angola Cables Propels West Africas Digital Transformation
The digital landscape of West Africa is set to undergo a significant transformation with the strategic expansion of TelCables Nigeria, a subsidiary of Angola Cables. The companys latest initiative involves establishing a new point of presence PoP at the Lagos Rack Centre facility, marking a critical milestone in regional digital infrastructure development.
Fernando Fernandes, CEO of TelCables Nigeria and West Africa, highlighted the importance of this expansion. The new PoP aims to revolutionize digital connectivity by localizing traffic and providing faster, more reliable internet access to enterprises, government institutions, and individuals across the region.
Angola Cables brings substantial technical expertise to this venture, with an extensive submarine cable network spanning over 33,000 kilometers. The companys global reach extends through partner cables, creating connections between the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Since entering the West African market in November 2022, TelCables has been actively working to enhance ICT solutions in the region.
The expansion coincides with Rack Centres ambitious campus development in Lagos. The facility is nearing completion of its LGS 2 Data Centre, which will significantly boost the campuss capabilities. Upon completion, the center will offer 13.5MW of IT Power and 7,200 square meters of space, creating a robust infrastructure for digital operations.
Rack Centre CEO Lars Johannisson emphasized the projects broader implications. The new data center has been specifically designed with artificial intelligence readiness in mind, providing enhanced data processing and storage capabilities. Currently, the Lagos facility already hosts over 68 telecommunication carriers, Internet service providers, and global Tier 1 networks.