Wingu Africa has announced it has raised $60 million to fast-track its regional expansion. The carrier-neutral data centre operator said the funding was provided by Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) and will support the rollout of next-generation infrastructure across key markets to meet surging demand for secure, scalable, and interconnected digital ecosystems.
Wingu’s facilities are already serving more than 40 top-tier customers, including major telecom and content providers, hyperscalers, and financial institutions.
“This is not just an investment in infrastructure, it’s an investment in Africa’s digital independence,” said Anthony Voscarides, Group CEO at Wingu. “We’re expanding the capacity that will empower innovation, accelerate economic growth, and connect Africa to the future.”
Recent milestones include the launch of its second site in Djibouti, which hosts the country’s first integrated cable landing station and data centre. Wingu’s two facilities provide redundancy and access to 12 operational submarine cables, with additional systems planned. Another key achievement is the launch of the AMS-IX Djibouti internet exchange in partnership with AMS-IX, expanding upon the existing DjIX infrastructure.
In Ethiopia, Wingu’s Tier III-certified campus houses the ADDIX exchange, establishing a robust foundation for cloud and content acceleration. In Tanzania, the second phase of the Dar es Salaam facility is underway, tripling capacity and introducing advanced infrastructure, including enhanced submarine cable access, to meet growing enterprise and cloud demand.
Wingu also offers Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Cloud as a Service (CaaS), and satellite teleport capabilities. These services provide customers with flexible, low-latency environments that scale with their growth.
“The mission is clear: to build the digital backbone of Africa,” said Demos Kyriacou, Deputy CEO, COO and Co-Founder. “We’re delivering at scale, with neutrality, trust, and vision, enabling the continent’s digital sovereignty and future growth.”
Senior Transactor at RMB, Corrie Cronje, commented, “RMB is proud to support Wingu Africa’s commitment to advancing digital growth across the continent. By financing the deployment of essential digital infrastructure throughout East Africa, we are investing in a connected future for all.”
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