Event Overview:
The Data Center & Cloud Expo Africa, powered by the IOT West Africa Conference & Exhibition, was a resounding success. Held from July 2-4, 2024, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, the event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to discuss the future of data centers and cloud technology in Africa.
Highlight of Day 2:
Day 2, dedicated to Data Center & Cloud Expo Africa on July 3, featured influential figures from leading data center organizations. These leaders shared valuable insights as both exhibitors and conference speakers, including:
- Hassan Olugbile, Data Protection Officer, IT & Cybersecurity Department, NDPC
- Dr. Ayotunde Coker, CEO, Open Access Data Centres
- Riaan De Leeuw, Country Director, Sudlows Consulting Africa
- Michel Maalouf, Managing Director, Conciel
- Dr. Krish Ranganathan, Regional Executive, Africa Data Centres
- Wole Abu, CEO, Liquid Intelligent Technologies
- Gbenga Adegbiji, CEO, Geniserve
- Adewole Adebisi, VP Technology & Operations, Raxio Data Centres
- Oluwole Adeoti, Head of Operations, Digital Realty
- Eben Owen, Senior Director of Sales, Uptime Institute
Key Conference Topics:
The conference covered critical topics such as:
- The African Data Centers Industry: Overview and Legal Challenges
- Advancements in Data Center Critical Infrastructures
- Technological and Design Strategies for Data Centers (2019-2030)
- AI at the Edge: Accelerating Africa’s Digital Transformation
- Cybersecurity in African Data Centers
- Enhancing Interconnectivity in African Data Centers
- Infrastructure Development: Power and Connectivity Challenges
- Sustainability and Green Initiatives in African Data Centers
- Future Colocation Strategies for Next-Gen Data Centers
- Edge Computing: Enhancing Data Processing in Africa
Strategic Partnership with Africa Data Centre Association (ADCA):
This year, the Africa Data Centre Association (ADCA) was the strategic partner, organizing a highly engaging data center workshop and networking dinner at the Federal Palace Hotel. Attendees provided positive feedback, particularly regarding the networking opportunities, which are expected to foster meaningful business relationships and advance the digitalization of the African continent.
Testimonial:
Paul-François Cattier, Managing Director of Africa Data Centres Association, stated: “Data Center & Cloud Expo Africa perfectly aligns with the Africa Data Centres Association’s mission to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation. Their event showcases cutting-edge technologies and facilitates knowledge sharing, empowering our members to deliver world-class data center solutions. Together, we’re bridging the digital divide and unlocking Africa’s potential.”
Looking Ahead:
Mark your calendars for next year! Data Center & Cloud Expo Africa will return from May 13-15, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, promising an even bigger and better event.