This collaboration is aimed at expanding and strengthening the region’s digital backbone through localized, high-performance infrastructure.

The partnership unites EdgeNext’s expansive suite of edge services—ranging from content delivery networks (CDNs) to bare metal and edge compute—with the cutting-edge infrastructure of iXAfrica’s flagship facility, Nairobi One (NBOX1).

Situated in the heart of Nairobi, this carrier-neutral campus is designed to support latency-sensitive and high-bandwidth applications.

“Our alliance with iXAfrica empowers us to bring our advanced edge capabilities closer to rapidly growing digital markets in East Africa,” said Terence Wang, CEO of EdgeNext.

“Enterprises in the region will now be able to run real-time applications, deliver content efficiently, and meet compliance standards—all within a local framework.”

With East Africa emerging as a vibrant hub for digital innovation, this partnership is well-positioned to provide mission-critical infrastructure across sectors such as fintech, telecom, media, and cloud-native technologies. Organizations operating in these industries will benefit from:

• Minimal latency for time-sensitive applications

• Localized computing and content delivery for improved data governance and performance

• Scalable infrastructure to support AI, gaming, fintech, and other compute-intensive workloads

Snehar Shah, CEO of iXAfrica, remarked:

“Teaming up with EdgeNext enables us to deliver future-ready infrastructure tailored for modern enterprise needs. Our goal is to make East Africa a global hub for secure, efficient, and AI-optimized digital operations.”

EdgeNext brings to the table a global infrastructure footprint that includes over 1,700 edge nodes in more than 250 cities.

Through extensive interconnection agreements with 100+ global operators, the company offers integrated solutions in networking, computing, and security.

The firm continues to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and North Africa, customizing its offerings to meet the distinct needs of enterprises and service providers.

iXAfrica, on the other hand, operates the region’s largest hyperscale data center project, with a projected capacity of 22.5MW at its Nairobi campus.

Strategically located near major fiber routes and power grids, the facility ensures high availability and energy efficiency—primarily powered by Kenya’s clean and renewable energy sources.