As the need for performance application delivery across Africa continues to grow, NetActuate is pleased to announce the completion of major connectivity and bare metal capacity upgrades in their Johannesburg data center.
“We have seen a growing demand for resilient, low latency application delivery to end users across African markets,” said Mark Mahle, CEO and Principal Technology Architect. “These upgrades in Johannesburg have established it as our core point of presence for expansion to new locations in Africa.”
NetActuate’s Johannesburg data center is strategically located in Ekurhuleni, a major trade and industry hub. Johannesburg is home to Africa’s largest stock exchange (JSE), as well as numerous multinational corporations. NetActuate’s Johannesburg facility is protected by redundant, best-in-class power infrastructure and security measures, including biometric access and 24/7 video surveillance.
In this facility, customers can benefit from direct access to NAPAfrica, the largest internet exchange on the African continent. Direct connectivity to Amazon, Google, and Microsoft Azure is also available from this location.
NetActuate’s Johannesburg data center is certified compliant for PCI DSS, ISO 2700, ISO 9001. Customers can leverage NetActuate’s cross-border expertise in shipping and customs for redundant, secure colocation of equipment. NetActuate’s experienced 24×7 NOC and local technicians are available to provide remote hands and expert support.
Providers can easily deploy and expand their global presence on NetActuate’s Anycast Delivery Platform, built on one of the largest peered IPv4 and IPv6 networks in the world. Purpose built to deliver low latency and high reliability across diverse global markets, NetActuate’s anycast platform is available from their Johannesburg location, as well as over 30 US and global locations, with simple, predictable monthly pricing.
As part of NetActuate’s global footprint, customers can deploy their hybrid environments into this and over 30 additional US and global locations, without having to manage multiple vendors for their infrastructure and low-latency network services.
To learn more about NetActuate’s services from Johannesburg, please schedule a call with a solution specialist by calling 1-800-419-2656 or completing our quote request form.