Google has launched its cloud region in South Africa, located in Johannesburg, which is its first site in Africa. This region allows users to deploy cloud resources from specific geographic locations, providing access to services like cloud storage, compute engine, and key management systems. The region is expected to contribute significantly to South Africa’s GDP and create over 40,000 jobs by 2030.
The launch follows Google’s announcement in 2022 of building Dedicated Cloud Interconnect sites in Nairobi, Lagos, and South Africa (Capetown and Johannesburg), supported by the Equiano subsea cable connecting Africa and Europe. This move enables Google Cloud customers and partners in Africa to access full-scale cloud capabilities and comply with data sovereignty laws.
