Microsoft Has Committed $329 Million To Expand Data Centres In South Africa
2026-04-25 02:33
Microsoft is investing $329 million in South Africa to expand data centres, boost infrastructure resilience, and develop AI skills.
The move builds on Microsoft’s earlier $1.2 billion commitment to South Africa and underscores the country’s growing importance as a regional digital hub.
With relatively advanced infrastructure, a large enterprise market, and policy efforts aimed at digital transformation, South Africa continues to stand out as a preferred destination for hyperscale cloud investments across the continent.
Beyond infrastructure, Microsoft is also betting heavily on skills. Its AI Skills initiative, launched in South Africa in 2025, has reached millions globally.