ST Digital, a leading African cloud services provider, has announced its expansion into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) by partnering with the OADC Texaf – Kinshasa data centre. This partnership positions ST Digital at the forefront of the region’s digital transformation, leveraging the world-class infrastructure of the DRC’s first live open-access, carrier-neutral and Uptime Institute Tier-III certified data centre.
The OADC Texaf – Kinshasa facility, with its 2MW capacity, has set the benchmark as the cornerstone of the DRC’s emerging digital ecosystem. It is on track to achieve ISO27001 post-live certification, underscoring its commitment to the highest standards of security and operational excellence. Already home to most of the leading national and international carriers, the facility offers the first carrier-neutral open-access vibrant interconnect ecosystem and a compelling environment for content providers such as ST Digital to deliver high-quality content and services to the growing population.
Content providers play a crucial role in the digital landscape, especially in a rapidly developing market like the DRC, where the growing population is driving a need for digital transformation. By colocating in the OADC Texaf – Kinshasa data centre, ST Digital will be well-positioned to meet the rising demand for content as connectivity improves and more citizens have access to reliable Internet.
Our facility offers the ideal environment for this growth, providing secure, carrier-neutral, open-access, reliable and scalable infrastructure that supports the delivery of diverse digital content across the region.
Mohammed Bouhelal, Managing Director, OADC Texaf
The DRC, with its population of over 100 million and a vibrant city of Kinshasa with over 16 million inhabitants is experiencing significant growth in content consumption driven by increased access to connectivity and ongoing digitalisation efforts. As the government and private sector continue to invest in digital infrastructure, the demand for localised and high-quality content is expected to rise sharply. ST Digital’s entry into the DRC market through the OADC Texaf – Kinshasa data centre is a strategic move that will enable the company to tap into this growing demand and provide faster, more reliable content delivery to millions of users.
The DRC’s digital transformation is creating immense opportunities for content providers, and our expansion into this market is a key part of our growth strategy. By partnering with OADC Texaf – Kinshasa, we can ensure that our content reaches audiences with the speed, security and quality they expect. This move will not only benefit our business but also contribute to the overall digitalisation of the DRC, enhancing access to information and entertainment for a wider population.
Jean-Francis AHANDA, General Manager Data Centre Services, ST Digital
