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Saraha News
5 days ago
- Business
- Saraha News
Orange Jordan Announces the Inauguration of the Kingdom's Newest, Most Sustainable and Secure Data
Under the patronage of H.E. Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Eng. Sami Smeirat, Orange Jordan inaugurated its new state-of-the-art Data Center in the Ain Al-Basha district of Al-Balqa Governorate, on the site formerly known as the Al-Baqa'a Satellite Station. This milestone marks a significant leap forward and reaffirms the company's sustained leadership in digital transformation and its commitment to strengthening sustainable technological infrastructure that drives economic growth. The center was inaugurated in the presence of H.E. the French Ambassador to Jordan, Alexis Le Cour Grandmaison, H.E. Chairman of the board and CEO of the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (TRC), Eng. Bassam Alsarhan, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Orange, Eng. Jacques Aschenbroich, accompanied by the Chief Executive Officer of Orange Middle East and Africa, Eng. Jérôme Hénique, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Jordan Telecom Company – Orange Jordan, Raslan Deiranieh, and the Chief Executive Officer of Orange Jordan, Eng. Philippe Mansour, members of the executive management team, and several esteemed guests, along with several media representatives. The center, designed with a modular and scalable architecture, features advanced environmental and operational systems. Such features include double thermal insulation, energy-efficient smart cooling, and waste heat recovery to reduce carbon emissions. Built on a site that is rooted back to 1972, the facility is engineered to withstand environmental risks such as earthquakes and flooding, ensuring uninterrupted business operations. To safeguard digital assets, it offers multi-layered security with double-gated entry, 24/7 surveillance, and access managed by a secure operations center. This facility is more than just an infrastructure. It offers the colocation of customers dedicated workspaces, meeting rooms, hoteling services with full catering, and even sports activities with full cycling track on an 80,000 square-meter campus. The CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, Eng. Jérôme Hénique stressed that the inauguration of this new Data Center is a strategic leap forward, building on Orange's successful legacy of digital leadership in Jordan. He further added that this facility is a critical pillar in Orange's long-term regional strategy, designed to provide the resilient, high-performance digital infrastructure that will not only empower businesses to grow but also solidify Jordan's role as the regional hub for data and digital services. The CEO of Orange Jordan, Eng. Philippe Mansour, expressed his pride in inaugurating this center which is in alignment with the 'Lead the Future' strategy's goals. This step reinforces the company's position as the true responsible digital leader in the Kingdom. He also explained that the new data center is designed to accommodate 500 racks with a total capacity of 5 megawatts, meeting the growing needs of the business sector. This could be materialized by supporting them with innovative digital solutions that keep pace with rapid growth while fulfilling the requirements of various industries. The inauguration of this center builds on the company's track record of excellence in this field. Several of its data centers have obtained key international certifications such as Tier III, ISO, and LEED
Zawya
13-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Africa Tech Festival Announces Leadership Council for 2025
Africa Tech Festival ( the continent's leading platform for technology innovation and connectivity, is proud to announce the esteemed members of its Leadership Council for 2025. Comprising influential leaders from across Africa's technology, business, and investment sectors, the Leadership Council will play a pivotal role in shaping the festival's agenda, ensuring it remains at the forefront of industry trends, policy discussions, and digital transformation. The Africa Tech Festival 2025 Leadership Council comprises of: Brelotte Ba, Deputy CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, Orange Antoinette Kwofie, Chief Financial Officer, MTN Ghana Bunmi Adeleye, Chief Strategy Officer, Retail Supermarkets Nigeria (Shoprite Nigeria) Charles Murito, Regional Director, Government Affairs&Public Affairs, Sub-Saharan Africa, Google Dido wa Kalonji, Chief Information Officer, First National Bank – Eswatini Faith Burn, Chief Information Officer, Eskom Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, Founder and Chairman, APO Group Nina Triantis, Global Head Telecoms, Media and Technology, Client Coverage, Corporate and Investment Banking, Standard Bank Nomsa Chabeli, Group CEO, SABC Mary Mahuma, Chief Information Officer, Southern Africa, Philip Morris Philip Besiimire, CEO, Vodacom Tanzania President Ntuli, Managing Director, South Africa, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Ravi Bhat, Chief Technology and Solutions Officer, Microsoft Africa Ayanda Peta, Chief Information Security Officer, African Rainbow Minerals Richard Cazalet, Executive: Strategy and Transformation, Telkom SA Shamiela Letsoalo, Director: Public Affairs, Naspers Limited Bringing together a wealth of expertise, the Leadership Council will provide strategic guidance to ensure Africa Tech Festival continues to address the most pressing issues and opportunities within Africa's digital economy. Their insights will help drive meaningful discussions on connectivity, AI, fintech, cybersecurity, cloud, and the future of digital infrastructure across Africa. 'Africa Tech Festival serves as a platform for connection, collaboration, and innovation across the continent,' said James Williams, Event Director of Africa Tech Festival. 'With the guidance of our Leadership Council, we will continue to curate an event that drives impactful conversations, supports industry growth, and fosters Africa's position as a global technology leader.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Tech Festival. About Africa Tech Festival 2025: Now in its 28th edition, Africa Tech Festival 2025 will take place from 11 to 13 November 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), bringing together over 15,000 technology leaders, policymakers, investors, startups, and visionaries. The festival encompasses four anchor events: AfricaCom – The continent's largest telecoms and connectivity event AfricaTech – The hub for technology, innovation, and enterprise growth AfricaIgnite – Driving growth and impact in Africa's startup ecosystem The AI Summit Cape Town – Where commercial AI comes to life With over 500 speakers, 300 exhibitors, and multiple networking opportunities, Africa Tech Festival remains the largest and most influential tech event on the continent. For more information about Africa Tech Festival 2025 and its Leadership Council, visit
