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Danish executive Robert Skjødt, chief executive of Raxio Group, is steering a major expansion in Africa’s digital infrastructure with the launch of Angola’s largest data center. The $30 million facility, built on 19,000 square meters in Cacuaco, Luanda Province, has 3MW of installed power and space for more than 800 server racks.
The project, operated by Raxio Angola, will also host the country’s Internet Exchange Point (IXP), thus allowing local internet traffic to remain in Angola rather than being routed internationally. By keeping traffic domestic, the center is expected to improve speed, reduce costs and strengthen data sovereignty.
New Raxio center powers Angola’s digital future
Equipped with two independent power substations, backup generators, UPS devices and battery systems, the facility more than doubles Angola’s existing data center capacity. It is Raxio’s sixth site in Africa, joining operations in Uganda, Ethiopia, Mozambique, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Côte d’Ivoire, with Tanzania next in line.
“This facility brings world-class infrastructure to Angola,” said Maria Miguel Pinto, who took over as Raxio Angola’s general manager in September. “We are unlocking faster, more reliable internet and creating the conditions for digital independence.”
Angola’s government also welcomed the investment. “Raxio Angola represents a step forward for our country’s digital economy,” said Mário Oliveira, minister of telecommunications, information technologies, and social communication. “This investment supports our vision of becoming a regional technology leader and delivers real benefits for citizens and businesses.”
Robert Skjødt drives Raxio’s growth strategy
Raxio Group was founded in 2018 and has grown into Africa’s largest carrier-neutral Tier III data center operator, offering colocation, fiber connectivity, and cloud infrastructure services. Its facilities are positioned as key drivers of the African continent’s digital transformation.
Robert Skjødt, who became CEO in December 2024, is overseeing the group’s next phase of growth. With more than three decades of experience in energy, renewables and infrastructure he previously founded BTE Renewables—later acquired by Engie—and held senior roles at ABB, managing large-scale projects across emerging markets.
Raxio to double African sites by 2028
Under Skjødt, Raxio aims to double its African footprint within three years. The company’s strategy combines sustainability with scale, reflecting demand from enterprises, network operators and cloud providers seeking facilities close to their users. By adding Angola to its portfolio, Raxio is reinforcing its role as one of the key players shaping Africa’s digital future.
