BoFiNet’s new data centre boosts digitisation
Mbongeni Mguni | Wednesday October 22, 2025 06:34
Data centres are a key priority across the globe, as they house critical infrastructure for the internet and the digital economy, providing secure and reliable storage as well as processing for vast amounts of data. Major corporations such as Meta and others involved in the Artificial Intelligence race, are scrambling to set up increasingly larger data centres to support the digital economy.
Botswana has several data centres mainly associated with mobile phone services companies, private sector players, and the Botswana Digital and Innovation Hub.
Shadrack Makhane, Sales Manager at the Digital Delta Data Centre (DDDC) told Business Monitor that the data centre was a 'carrier-neutral' world-class facility that allows multiple Internet Service Providers (ISPs), mobile network operators, and cloud service providers to interconnect seamlessly.
“Modern economies are increasingly built on the backbone of robust digital infrastructure, and data centres like the DDDC form the foundation of that progress,” he said. “They enable the seamless delivery of digital services, e-government platforms, fintech innovation, and technological research within national borders, ensuring that Botswana remains competitive in a fast-evolving global digital landscape. “The establishment of the DDDC is a significant milestone in advancing Botswana’s national digital transformation agenda.”
Makhane said the data centre’s establishment directly supports government-led initiatives such as SmartBots and regional SADC digital strategies, both of which prioritise secure infrastructure, data sovereignty, and the development of a knowledge-based economy.
He added that the DDDC acts as a neutral digital ecosystem, where internet service providers, content networks, and managed service providers can interconnect and collaborate.
“This interconnected environment enhances local content delivery, reduces latency, and improves the overall digital experience for users and businesses alike. “It also stimulates growth in new sectors such as data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital commerce,” Makhane said.
At its core, the DDDC provides colocation services, offering secure racks and cages where organisations can safely house their servers, data storage, and critical IT infrastructure. The centre is equipped with enterprise-grade power, cooling, and fire protection systems, ensuring uninterrupted operations even during power outages. Advanced physical and cybersecurity measures safeguard all equipment and data hosted within the facility.
The DDDC is directly integrated into BoFiNet’s extensive national fibre network and international gateways, enabling high-capacity connectivity and reducing latency for businesses and users. This makes it easier for organisations to access and deliver digital services more efficiently across Botswana and beyond.
Makhane urged businesses and institutions to book a guided tour of the facility to experience its capabilities first-hand and explore how it can support their operational and compliance needs.
“The DDDC is open to all organisations seeking secure, high-performance, and locally hosted digital infrastructure within Botswana,” he said. “The facility caters to a wide range of sectors, including banking, telecommunications, government, fintech, health, education, and SMMEs, providing them with a dependable environment for storing and operating their critical IT systems.”