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Kenya to Build First-Ever Geothermal Data Center
Kenya and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Wednesday signed a historic agreement to construct the world’s first data center powered entirely by geothermal energy. The project, witnessed by President William Ruto, is expected to significantly boost Kenya’s digital economy and establish the country as a global leader in sustainable technology.
The agreement involves a collaboration between Kenyan data center solutions provider EcoCloud and Emirati artificial intelligence leader G42. The initial phase will see the construction of a 100-megawatt (MW) facility, with plans for expansion in the future to reach a total capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW).
“This project not only addresses the region’s growing data demands but also sets a new benchmark for environmentally friendly infrastructure,” stated Amos Siwoi, CEO of EcoCloud. Leveraging Kenya’s abundant geothermal resources aligns with the country’s commitment to sustainable development.
The UAE Ambassador to Kenya, Salim Ibrahim Binahmed Mohamed Alnaqbi, also attended the signing ceremony. Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42, expressed his enthusiasm, calling the project “a significant step towards realizing Kenya’s potential as a global digital hub.”
This groundbreaking initiative is expected to have a multifaceted impact. It will not only reduce Kenya’s reliance on fossil fuels and minimize carbon emissions but also contribute to environmental preservation efforts.
Bishop Wanjiru’s Church Demolished
A section of a church belonging to former Nairobi gubernatorial candidate Bishop Margaret Wanjiru was demolished on Wednesday, March 6th, in a dispute over ownership of the land.
The incident occurred at the Jesus Is Alive Ministries located along Haile Selassie Highway. Kenya Railways claims ownership of part of the land, and a court case regarding a wall built between the church property and the railway land is ongoing.
Wanjiru, accompanied by area MP Amos Mwago, claimed the demolition was politically motivated but did not specify who was behind it. Armed police were present during the demolition of the wall.
“I wasn’t campaigning to be repaid like this,” Wanjiru said, fighting back tears. “Sadly, this is the government that we campaigned for. I am yet to believe they can do this to me.”
She claimed she and others were beaten and their phones were confiscated during the incident. Additionally, she alleged that the demolishers claimed to be acting on behalf of an influential person and that the wall was being torn down because it was built on government land.
Wanjiru maintains that the land belongs to the church and questioned the actions of the Kenya Kwanza government. “If they can dare touch my property, what about the helpless civilians?” she asked. “Where will we go if our government is fighting us?”
Wanjiru also claimed that another attempt was made to demolish the wall on February 10th but was unsuccessful due to a wedding ceremony taking place at the church.
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