Wingu Africa Secures $60M to Accelerate East Africa’s Digital Transformation

Wingu Africa, the foremost carrier-neutral data centre operator in East Africa, has successfully secured $60 million in funding to drive its aggressive regional expansion strategy. This significant capital injection, sourced from Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)—a respected corporate and investment banking institution in Africa—aims to fast-track the deployment of next-generation digital infrastructure across the region. The investment is not only a business move but also a strategic contribution to Africa’s digital autonomy and future-readiness. Group CEO of Wingu Africa, Anthony Voscarides, emphasized the broader implications of the deal, stating, “This is not just an investment in infrastructure, it’s an investment in Africa’s digital independence. We’re expanding the capacity that will empower innovation, accelerate economic growth, and connect Africa to the future.”

Expanding Across Key Markets: Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Tanzania

Wingu’s regional footprint is expanding rapidly, with ongoing developments in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Tanzania. These markets are critical nodes in the company’s strategy to create a robust, interconnected digital ecosystem. In Djibouti, Wingu has launched a second facility that houses the country’s first integrated cable landing station and data centre. These facilities are strategically linked to 12 operational submarine cables, with more systems in development, enhancing the nation’s digital resilience. Moreover, in partnership with the Amsterdam Internet Exchange (AMS-IX), Wingu has introduced AMS-IX Djibouti, building upon the existing DjIX infrastructure to strengthen regional interconnectivity.

Ethiopia’s operations are centered around Wingu’s Tier III-certified data centre campus, which hosts the ADDIX exchange. This development has laid the groundwork for cloud adoption and content delivery acceleration in the region. Meanwhile, in Tanzania, the second phase of the Dar es Salaam facility is underway. Once complete, it will triple the site’s capacity and offer improved access to advanced submarine cable infrastructure—directly addressing the surging demand for enterprise and cloud services.

Meeting Market Demand with Scalable Services

Wingu Africa currently supports over 40 high-profile customers, including global telecom operators, hyperscalers, financial institutions, and content providers. Its infrastructure is engineered to meet the demands of high-availability digital workloads, featuring robust power, cooling, and security systems. In addition to colocation services, Wingu offers Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Cloud as a Service (CaaS), and satellite teleport capabilities. These offerings deliver flexible, scalable, and low-latency solutions for a diverse customer base. Notably, global players such as Bayobab Africa and Cloudflare utilize Wingu’s platform to deliver essential digital services across the continent.

Empowering Africa’s Digital Sovereignty

Demos Kyriacou, Wingu Africa’s Deputy CEO and Co-Founder, highlighted the company’s long-term vision: “The mission is clear: to build the digital backbone of Africa. We’re delivering at scale, with neutrality, trust, and vision, enabling the continent’s digital sovereignty and future growth.” Echoing this sentiment, Corrie Cronje, Senior Transactor at RMB, remarked, “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.”