Africa Data Centres is committed to more than building high-performance digital infrastructure. The focus is on doing it right, with sustainability, safety, and people at the core.
The organisation has set a clear goal: achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions across all campuses by 2035. This commitment is already underway. A 20-year renewable power agreement supports the transition, with construction of a 12MW solar farm in South Africa’s Free State province in progress. Once operational, it will power the Cape Town facility, with expansion phases planned for Johannesburg.
This shift to renewable energy reduces emissions and alleviates pressure on local power grids—vital in electricity-constrained environments. Africa Data Centres is also pursuing regulatory approval to generate over 10MW under South African environmental laws, further expanding its clean energy portfolio.
Sustainability extends beyond energy to include a deep commitment to health and safety. Zero harm is the standard, whether on construction sites, in operations, or across logistics. Employees are empowered to report risks, contractors adhere to strict safety protocols, and trained supervisors and HSE officers ensure consistent monitoring.
Regional QHSE managers report directly to executive leadership, ensuring safety is embedded in strategic oversight. All sites follow audited systems aligned with ISO 14001, 9001, 45001, 22301, and 50001 standards.
The impact is measurable. Since May 2021, the company has achieved over 1,266 days and 4 million man-hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI), across both construction and operational activities. To maintain this, over 3,000 workers, including contractors and staff, have been trained in high-standard HSE protocols.
Recognition includes:
- HSE Team of the Year at the 2024 Africa Safety Award for Excellence (AfriSAFE), selected from over 11,000 entries.
- Nairobi Data Centre: Runner-up at Kenya’s National Department of Safety & Health Services Awards (Service Sector).
- Johannesburg Midrand Expansion: ENSA Construction won 1st place in the MBA North Competition (SAR 100–250m) and earned national commendation.
- Samrand Expansion: WBHO won 1st place and a 5-Star grading (SAR 450–750m), while ENSA Construction secured 1st place in the R15m–R40m category.
- Western Cape: Stefanutti Stocks received a 5-Star Award from the Master Builders & Allied Trades’ Association for health and safety excellence during construction.
