Africa's First AI Data Center Launches in Uganda
Africa has launched its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) data center in Uganda, a project aimed at driving digital sovereignty and innovation.
The facility, developed by Synectics Technologies in partnership with Schneider Electric, Nvidia, and Turner & Townsend, is valued at UGX 4.56 trillion ($1.2 billion).
- Operates on 100 megawatts of renewable energy
- Features a modular design for future expansion
The three-year project will begin rollout by mid-2026 and is designed to serve as the backbone of Africa’s AI-driven research and innovation ecosystem - Oladele Oyekunle, Synectics Executive Vice Chairman and CEO
Author's summary: Africa launches AI data center.