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Africa's AI Future: MTN & Tycoon Build Data Centers
27 Aug
Summary
- MTN Group and Tarek Al Ashram will develop AI data centers.
- The initiative aims to power artificial intelligence across Africa.
- Al Ashram brings investment from his firm and Gulf Data Hub.

Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN Group Ltd., is set to collaborate with Dubai-based tycoon Tarek Al Ashram to establish new data centers. These facilities will be specifically designed to power artificial intelligence technologies throughout the African continent.
Tarek Al Ashram, who also holds a co-founding role at Gulf Data Hub, a firm backed by KKR & Co., will deploy his private investment firm for this initiative. The venture is poised to significantly enhance Africa's AI infrastructure and capabilities.