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Britam Tower, Hospital Rd 00202 Nairobi Kenya
PAIX Data Centres (PAIX Nairobi)

Located at Sameer Industrial Park in Nairobi, this Africa Data Centres facility provides 2,000 square metres of secured space for data servers, distributed across four floors. It features 1,500 square metres of fully built-out whitespace and a total power capacity of 37.5 MW.

Unmatched Regional Connectivity

The data centre is recognized as the most connected in East Africa. It offers access to carrier networks across Kenya and provides long-distance fibre routes to Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, and Somalia. It also maintains diverse fibre routes to the cable landing stations in Mombasa and supports 89 peering networks.

Certifications and Compliance Standards

This Nairobi facility was the first data centre in East Africa to achieve a Tier III certification from the Uptime Institute and the first in the region to be PCI DSS Certified by the Security Standards Council. It also adheres to numerous international standards, holding ISO27001, ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 certifications.

Commitment to Regional Digitisation

As a key player in the Eastern Africa Region, Africa Data Centres is committed to supporting the economic uplift of Kenya and its neighbours through digitisation. The data Center emphasizes its pride in meeting the regional demand for world-class data centre facilities.

Sustainable Operations

In line with its operating strategy, the Nairobi hub prioritises sustainable management. It adheres to a water-free policy, utilizing non-potable water for all cooling requirements. Furthermore, the facility has installed solar power to relieve its reliance on the electrical grid.

Services and Infrastructure Resilience

The data centre offers flexible colocation options, including full cabinets, partial cabinets, shared rackspace, cages, and suites, supported by Remote Hands services. The infrastructure is built for high availability with 2N UPS redundancy, N+2 cooling redundancy, and a high-density capacity of 20 kW per rack. Security features include CCTV surveillance and an automatic low-pressure gas fire suppression system, with amenities like a Meet-Me-Room (MMR), breakroom, and office space available.

Our Colocation Plans

Data Center Server Racks

Why Choose Nairobi Dc 5

Nairobi Dc 5 data center is built to meet the demands of modern enterprises, offering robust infrastructure, premium connectivity, and top-tier security. Whether you're deploying a single server or scaling to multiple racks, each facility is engineered for performance, reliability, and flexibility.

Tier III Certified

Redundant infrastructure with 99.99% uptime guarantee

Premium Connectivity

Multiple carrier options and low-latency connections

Advanced Security

Biometric access, 24/7 monitoring, and CCTV surveillance

Prime Location

Central Nairobi location with excellent transport links

Expert Support

Local technical team available 24/7 for remote hands

Scalable Solutions

From single rack to private cage configurations

Technical Specifications

Comprehensive infrastructure details for Nairobi Dc 5

Total Critical Power

2 MW

Indicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.

UPS Redundancy

2N

Ensures continuous power supply via redundant UPS systems in case of failure.

Standby Power Redundancy

N+1

Supports critical systems with backup power sources during outages or maintenance.

Cooling Redundancy

N+1

Maintains optimal temperatures through backup cooling systems.

Fire Suppression System

Provides a comprehensive system to control or extinguish fires automatically.

WiFi

On-site wireless connectivity for operational convenience.

Mantrap Entry

Prevents unauthorized access with secure, two-stage entry points.

CCTV Surveillance

Monitors premises in real-time for safety and compliance.

Biometric Access Control

Secures critical areas with fingerprint or retinal scanning systems.

Card Access Control

Allows controlled entry through RFID or magnetic access cards.

Onsite Security Staff

Ensures 24/7 monitoring by trained security personnel.

Total Whitespace

690 Sq.m.

Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.

Total Building Size

700 Sq.m.

Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.

Conference Room

Dedicated space for meetings, collaboration, and customer use.

Breakroom

Provides a relaxation area for staff and technicians.

Office Space

On-premises workspace for clients or partners.

Onsite Technical Staff

Certified technicians available on-site to assist with technical needs.

Key Performance Metrics

99.99%
Uptime SLA
2 MW
Total Power
100%
Secure Monitoring

Compliance & Certifications

PCI DSS
PCI DSS
Certified
ISO 27001
ISO 27001
Information Security
ISO 22301
ISO 22301
Business Continuity

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