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Hassanein Hiridjee, founder of Axian Group, highlights the necessity for enhanced telecommunications infrastructure to support Africa's AI ambitions, emphasizing the importance of telecom networks for data movement. The company has restructured its data center operations to be carrier-neutral and is pursuing foreign investment and partnerships to bolster digital growth. Additionally, Axian's recent $63 million acquisition of Wananchi Group aims to expand connectivity services in East Africa, aligning with the rising demand for cloud and connectivity solutions.