Nairobi, Kenya — July 06 2025. In partnership with TouchNet, Zadara AI Sovereign Cloud, an enterprise-grade cloud computing solution, will soon be available and locally hosted at iXAfrica Data Centres, East Africa’s premier hyperscale, AI-ready data centre. While this solution has been successfully deployed in other African markets, its pioneer launch in Kenya is a major milestone in the country’s digital transformation.
TouchNet’s journey started from an agile Business-to-Business Internet Service Provider and evolved today in to a key player in Cloud and Digital Transformation – transforming and leading initiatives in Africa with providing decentralized Sovereign AI Cloud Services to empower and accelerate the enablement of Data Centre providers, Carriers, MSPs, CSPs and ISPs across the continent. Over 300 Business Clients and MSP’s over the past 15 years have experienced TouchNet’s ability to grow, adapt and introduce fit for market commercial models and solutions.
Hosted at iXAfrica’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and carrier-neutral ecosystem at its flagship Nairobi One (NBOX1) campus – and managed by a Service Provider in Kenya, the Zadara AI Sovereign Cloud offers computer, networking, storage, and GPUaaS, all underpinned by world-class security, performance, and compliance. With the increasing demand for reliable cloud infrastructure, the Zadara AI Cloud enables businesses, managed service providers (MSPs), and cloud service providers (CSPs) to optimise operations without the need to rely upon offshore services. The solution is designed to be fit for market, delivering on-demand availability, resilience, and flexibility, and aligns with AI and digital strategy.
The collaboration between iXAfrica in Kenya and TouchNet provides businesses with a predictable, pay-per-use model, ensuring cost efficiency and seamless scalability. By shifting to an operational expenditure (OPEX) model, companies can optimize their IT infrastructure without significant upfront investment, freeing up capital for growth and innovation.
“The launch of this AI-driven cloud solution with TouchNet, Zadara and iXAfrica Data Centre is more than just a technological advancement – it’s about enabling businesses to operate with greater control, security, and efficiency,” said Charly Bahous, CEO at TouchNet. “Through the partnerships in Kenya, we are committed to providing local enterprises with agile and fit for purpose, fit for market and all the tools and support they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.”
Snehar Shah, CEO, iXAfrica stated “This partnership ensures energy security, uptime reliability, localized expertise, and 24/7 support — all critical factors for enterprises operating in today’s digital economy. We’re proud to join forces with TouchNet to deliver a truly world-class, sovereign AI cloud solution right here in Kenya.”
He further emphasized the customer benefit: Enterprises across Kenya are demanding infrastructure that is not only powerful, but also dependable and local. This solution meets that need head-on—delivering security, low latency, and full compliance, all within a framework designed to support real business outcomes.”
Recognising the importance of continuous learning, the partnership also includes training and certification programs designed to upskill IT professionals. This will help businesses to not only adopt cutting-edge cloud technology but also to have the knowledge and resources to maximise its potential.
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About TouchNet
TouchNet’s journey began as an agile Business-to-Business Internet Service Provider and has since evolved into a key player in Africa’s digital transformation. Today, we are proud to lead the way in Decentralized Sovereign AI Cloud Services, designed to empower and accelerate the growth of Data Centre Providers, Carriers, MSPs, CSPs, and ISPs across the continent. Driven by our core values of Loyalty, Willingness, Honesty, and Faith, TouchNet builds long-lasting relationships grounded in trust and mutual success. Over the past 15 years, more than 300 business clients and managed service providers have experienced our commitment to innovation, adaptability, and delivering fit-for-market commercial models and solutions tailored to Africa’s unique needs.
With an unwavering belief in the potential of the continent and a passion for enabling its digital future, TouchNet continues to grow as a trusted partner in progress
About iXAfrica
iXAfrica Data Centres in Nairobi, Kenya is East Africa’s first Hyper-scale Carrier-neutral, AI-ready Data Centre and the latest digital habitat for cloud, colocation, and connectivity. iXAfrica provides world-class and highly resilient Data Centre infrastructure to create a vital part of the internet backbone of East Africa. With Nairobi One Campus’s overall design capacity of 22.5MW, iXAfrica has the largest data centre project in the greater East African region, serving a total population of over 300 million people. The campus is situated close to the main fiber optic communications arteries and is in close proximity to major and resilient electrical connections, capable of delivering high-availability and low-carbon power. iXAfrica is also able to power the high-density AI workloads as high as 50 kW per rack using its free-air cooling technology and over 90% of Kenya’s electricity is generated from renewable/clean energy sources. For more information visit;
www.ixafrica.co.ke
For media inquiries or partnership opportunities, contact:
iXAfrica Data Centres
Murage Gichuki,
Marketing Manager,
murageg@ixafrica.co.ke
Tel +254 793 973 584
TouchNet
Abydya Aziz
Head of Operations,
abyda@touchnet.co.za
Tel +27 83 215 9401
