AMS-IX NEWS
AMS-IX
12 September 2024
A pivotal partnership between Wingu Africa and AMS-IX, one of the world’s largest Internet Exchanges, has significantly enhanced the ability of the Djibouti Internet Exchange (DjIX) to meet a fourfold increase in peak traffic over the past year. Following the partnership, DjIX will be known as AMS-IX Djibouti.
The growth of peak traffic – currently four times that of a year ago - at Africa’s premier Internet Exchange is attributed to the recent increase in traffic by several content delivery networks located at AMS-IX Djibouti.
“The phenomenal growth in traffic at DjIX is a clear indicator of the increasing demand for reliable and efficient internet services in the region. Our partnership with AMS-IX Djibouti is pivotal in addressing this demand, ensuring that businesses and consumers alike benefit from improved connectivity and reduced costs. This development not only enhances the digital experience but also supports the broader economic growth in East Africa.”
DjIX's internet traffic growth marks a critical step in the transformation to AMS-IX Djibouti. The partnership with AMS-IX (Amsterdam Internet Exchange), one of the world's largest and most renowned Internet Exchanges, brings numerous benefits to regional operators and provides much needed capacity for further development and improved internet experience in the wider region.
Benefits of AMS-IX Djibouti partnership:
Regional and international ranking
Regarding peak traffic, DjIX is now ranked among the top exchanges in Africa, according to the latest stats from PCH.net. This ranking is a testament to the Internet Exchanges’ critical role in enhancing digital infrastructure and connectivity in the region.
“At AMS-IX, we strive to build better societies through better internet. By supporting the local connectivity community and attracting more content providers to the region, we expect to support the growth and adoption of Internet Access in the East Africa region. Partnering with Wingu Africa for Djibouti IX, we will continue building a stable, affordable low-latency internet in the region.”
The partnership between Wingu Africa and AMS-IX marks a significant advancement in the digital infrastructure of East Africa. With the remarkable growth in traffic at DjIX and the enhanced capabilities brought by this collaboration, the region is well-positioned to experience improved internet performance, reduced costs, and robust connectivity. This development underscores Wingu Africa's commitment to driving digital transformation and supporting economic growth across the region.
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About Wingu Africa
Wingu Africa Group Limited is an East African carrier-neutral data center operator, providing cost-effective colocation solutions to international and local enterprises. Established over a decade ago, Wingu operates the Djibouti Data Center, serving major global telecom companies, and has facilities in Tanzania, Somaliland and Ethiopia.
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