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Data Centers and the Power Dilemma: Why Africa Should Think Twice

Written by Ismail Mohamed | Posted on 02 May 2026

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Data centers are driving the global digital revolution—but at a steep cost. With massive energy demands, limited job creation, and growing resistance in the United States, this article examines why Africa should be cautious about hosting them and prioritize its own development needs instead.

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