Vertiv has signed a memorandum of understanding( MoU) with US-based technology company Cybastion to collaborate on large-scale digital infrastructure projects across North, West and Central Africa.
The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation in markets including Morocco, Ivory Coast, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Chad and Gabon, combining Vertiv’ s expertise in power, cooling and critical digital infrastructure with Cybastion’ s experience in government-led digital transformation programmes.
The partnership aims to support the development of data centres, AI infrastructure and sovereign digital platforms as African governments accelerate investment in national digitalisation initiatives.
According to Vertiv, the collaboration will enable the company to participate earlier in major infrastructure projects and integrate its solutions into broader digital transformation programmes.
Morocco is a key focus market, reflecting its ambitions to become a regional digital hub and attract hyperscale and AI infrastructure investments.
Zineb Kamri, Regional Director for Northwest Africa at Vertiv, said the collaboration would help both companies address growing demand for integrated digital infrastructure ecosystems.
Dr Thierry Wandji, CEO of Cybastion, said the partnership would strengthen the company’ s ability to deploy critical infrastructure and support African countries in advancing digital sovereignty.
The MoU provides a framework for identifying and pursuing joint opportunities across the targeted markets. Specific project locations, investment values and implementation timelines have not yet been announced.
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Paratus Zambia has completed the installation of Starlink satellite connectivity across 18 Family Legacy schools in Lusaka, providing high-speed, reliable internet access to more than 10,000 vulnerable children.
Completed in approximately two weeks, the project replaced unreliable internet connections affected by frequent outages and infrastructure limitations. By deploying Starlink, Paratus Zambia established stable connectivity across all 18 sites without the need for extensive ground infrastructure.
The improved connectivity is supporting classroom teaching, school administration and digital learning, enabling students and teachers to access online educational resources, research platforms and digital tools more consistently.
Family Legacy, a US-based non-profit organisation, provides education, healthcare, nutrition, emotional support and vocational training to more than 10,000 Zambian children.
The organisation selected Paratus Zambia, an authorised Starlink provider, for its local technical expertise, support capabilities and ability to deploy connectivity rapidly across multiple locations.
Neil Nortjie, Country Manager of Paratus Zambia, said the project would help bridge the digital divide and expand educational opportunities for learners in underserved communities.
Family Legacy plans to build on the deployment by further strengthening digital access across its schools as part of its long-term education and skills development strategy.
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