Infragora plans up to $1B data center project in Nigeria
The South African firm aims to build two AI-ready facilities and a dedicated 200MW power plant.
South African investment firm Infragora Global Capital plans to begin constructing two AI-ready data centers in Nigeria by the second quarter of 2027 [1]. The initiative carries an estimated price tag ranging from $650 million to $1 billion, according to TechCabal [1].
To ensure consistent electricity supply for the infrastructure, Infragora is pairing the facilities with a dedicated energy development [1]. The company plans to construct an independent power plant producing between 160MW and 200MW to support operational needs [1].
The US Trade and Development Agency is financing a feasibility study to evaluate the technical and commercial viability of the deployment [1]. The investment reflects growing regional demand for the high-density compute capacity required to support generative AI and large-scale enterprise data workloads. While overall capital expenditures could reach $1 billion [1], specific financing totals remain undisclosed. Kiel Odiogo, senior managing director at Infragora, said that "we cannot disclose specific funding secured due to confidentiality obligations" [1].
Questions and answers
When will construction on the Nigerian data centers start?
Infragora Global Capital aims to start construction during the second quarter of 2027.
How much will the infrastructure project cost?
The projected total expense is estimated between $650 million and $1 billion.
How will the facilities address electrical needs?
Infragora plans to build an independent power plant capable of generating 160MW to 200MW.
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Sources
- 1.Nigeria to get two new AI-ready data centres in a $1 billion investment — TechCabal, Oct 26, 2026