New leadership announced: Niraj Shah takes on role as General Manager for Data Centres Programme within Bayobab organization.
MTN Digital Infrastructure Appoints Niraj Shah as General Manager of Data Centres Programme
In a strategic move to drive digital transformation across Africa, MTN Digital Infrastructure, a key company within the MTN Group, has appointed Niraj Shah as the General Manager of its Data Centres Programme. The appointment, effective from 1 September 2025, marks a significant step in MTN's mission to establish itself as the leading provider of digital infrastructure across the continent.
Niraj Shah brings a wealth of experience to the role, having over 15 years in the data center and digital infrastructure space. He has held leadership and founding roles at IXAfrica and iColo, and played a pivotal role in shaping Kenya's data center industry. His expertise includes strategic growth, business development, partnerships, and ecosystem building.
As the General Manager of the Data Centres Programme, Niraj will report directly to Mazen Mroue, CEO of MTN Digital Infrastructure. Mazen Mroue also serves as Group Chief Technology and Information Officer at MTN Group, overseeing MTN where Niraj will be based.
The Data Centres Programme focuses on providing world-class co-location and cloud solutions. MTN is excited to welcome Niraj to the leadership team, as his collaborative approach will be beneficial for the programme's goals. The programme aims to expand MTN's footprint and position the company as the go-to platform for hyperscalers, enterprises, and governments.
MTN's Data Centres Programme is central to its vision. The company is leveraging its connectivity, infrastructure, and FinTech capabilities to drive digital transformation. The programme is part of MTN's strategy to drive digital transformation across Africa, a strategy that Niraj's deep industry insight will be instrumental in driving forward.
Niraj holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from California State University at Turlock. He has led large-scale engagements with hyperscalers, cloud, and content providers, and his experience with scalable and sustainable infrastructure across the continent aligns with MTN's vision.
With Niraj's appointment, MTN is positioning itself as the leading provider of digital infrastructure across Africa. The company looks forward to the contributions he will make in shaping the future of digital transformation in Africa.
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