Digital Realty, a global real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates carrier-neutral data centers worldwide, has commissioned Ghana’s first and largest data center, ACR2, in Accra.
The facility, capable of supporting up to 1.7 megawatts of IT load and accommodating 500 racks, represents a major step forward in Ghana’s digital transformation, offering robust solutions for enterprises, cloud providers, and financial institutions.
According to the Managing Director of Digital Realty Ghana, Joseph Koranteng, the center is uniquely positioned, hosting 2Africa submarine cables and providing direct access to Digital Realty’s global ecosystem of over 300 data centers across six continents.
“We are here not just to launch a data center, but to commission a new digital gateway for West Africa,” he said.
Mr. Koranteng noted that Digital Realty’s global platform, PlatformDIGITAL, provides critical infrastructure and interconnection services to support the world’s growing digital ecosystems.
By offering world-class infrastructure built by local Ghanaian professionals, he said ACR2 ensures businesses in Ghana can now access high-quality, internationally standardised digital services locally, without depending solely on offshore infrastructure.
He further explained that the facility was designed with scalability and resilience in mind, allowing startups and global enterprises to expand their digital operations seamlessly.
“Recent disruptions on major cloud platforms have underscored the need for a balance between global integration and local control. Enterprises in Ghana and across Africa can no longer rely on distant data centers for critical operations,” he said.
Mr. Koranteng added that ACR2 addresses the need for local control, data sovereignty, and business continuity, offering a secure, compliant environment that supports digital innovation.
“Africa’s digital growth must be powered by African talent, secured by African infrastructure, and connected to global opportunity. We will ensure Ghana continues to shine as a regional leader, a hub for digital trade, and a bridge between Africa and the global digital world,” he stated.
Localisation policy
The Minister of Communication, Digitalisation and Innovations, Sam George, described the launch as a critical step in attracting hyperscalers and demonstrating Ghana’s readiness to host advanced digital infrastructure.
He highlighted the government’s localisation policy and data harmonisation act, explaining that the new data center now provides the infrastructure needed to store and process local data within Ghana.
“We have the localisation policy, then that means all of the local data and traffic that's been processed on clouds outside the country will all have to sit here (Digital Realty), and now we have the facilities here that offer the same services facilities outside that we’re going to,” he said.
Strengthening Digital Infrastructure
The President of the Ghana Internet Exchange (GIX), Michael Komla Nfodzo, said the opening of ACR2 signifies Ghana’s growing capability to host, process, and protect its own data, strengthening the country’s digital resilience and security.
He explained that the development underscores Ghana’s readiness to build a robust digital foundation for innovation and inclusive growth.
Mr. Nfodzo noted that GIX, which has operated for over two decades, continues to play a crucial role in enhancing internet connectivity, customer experience, and collaboration among service providers while reducing costs and improving network efficiency.
