Who will control Africa’s AI infrastructure, and at what cost?

"Africa's Digital Boom: Tech Giants Flock to Continent, but at What Cost? As the global demand for digital services continues to soar, Africa is emerging as a prime destination for data centres and artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Tech giants such as Google and Microsoft are investing heavily in the continent, with plans to establish massive data storage facilities and AI hubs. However, this rapid expansion has raised concerns about the strain on Africa's energy resources and infrastructure. With many African countries already grappling with power outages and water scarcity, the influx of data centres and AI systems threatens to exacerbate these issues, sparking debates about the social and environmental costs of the digital revolution."

Data centres and AI systems are expanding across Africa, bringing new pressure on energy and resources.