Meta is strengthening its foothold in Africas digital ecosystem with fresh investments in subsea cables and data centers, a move the company says will drive connectivity, boost financial inclusion, and unlock economic growth across the continent.
The companys Edge Strategy Manager, Ben Ryall, disclosed this in Lagos during the weekend launch of Digital Realtys third Lagos data center, LKK2. He emphasized that reliable digital infrastructure is essential for Africas development, describing connectivity as no longer a luxury but a necessity.
The new LKK2 facility, located in Lekki, adds nearly 2MW of IT capacity across 13,000 square feet and interconnects with LKK1, which hosts the 2Africa subsea cable landing station. This setup links Nigeria to over 46 landing points across 33 countries in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, positioning the country as a hub for international connectivity.
