Huawei to Unveil Cloud Infrastructure in Nigeria by October 31st
Huawei Establishes Data Center in Nigeria to Boost Local Data Availability and Compliance
Huawei Technologies has announced the construction of a new data center in Nigeria, set to go live on October 31, 2024. The data center, referred to as a "cloud site," is an extension of Huawei's existing cloud infrastructure and is expected to improve local data availability and address issues related to data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.
The establishment of the local data center responds to the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), which mandates that Nigerian user data must be stored within the country. This move will primarily benefit fintech companies due to data protection laws, but the data center will provide data storage and computing resources for local businesses and various sectors.
The new data center in Nigeria will be an extension of Huawei's existing cloud infrastructure, with operations in South Africa and Egypt. Notably, the data center will have additional connectivity to Huawei's data center in Ireland, enhancing its global connectivity.
David Olaiya, Head of Cloud Fintech Business Development at Huawei Nigeria, made the announcement. He highlighted that the data center will have a dedicated local support team and is designed to reduce latency levels, ensuring efficient data processing and transfer.
Huawei Cloud has also announced plans to support 100 Nigerian startups over the next two years, further bolstering the company's commitment to the Nigerian market. The company has partnerships to establish locally-based public cloud platforms, such as in Egypt, demonstrating its dedication to supporting regional growth.
The Nigerian government is also making strides in digital infrastructure, planning to open a national data center capable of storing 1.4 petabytes of data, including citizens' biometric data. This move aims to further strengthen Nigeria's digital infrastructure and ensure data security and privacy.
Many companies using foreign cloud services face compliance challenges due to data crossing international borders. The establishment of the local data center addresses these concerns, ensuring that Nigerian businesses can store their data within the country while maintaining global connectivity.
As Huawei continues to expand its cloud infrastructure in Africa, the new data center in Nigeria is a significant step towards boosting local data availability, improving data sovereignty, and enhancing compliance with data protection regulations.
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