Web infrastructure in Ghana
Ghana has become a meaningful hub for internet infrastructure in West Africa, with 6 data centers, 3 internet exchange points, and 5 hosting providers. The country's digital sector is anchored by Accra, which hosts all 6 data center facilities. This concentration makes Ghana a strategic location for regional connectivity and content delivery.
The Ghana hosting landscape
Operators include PAIX Data Centres, K-Net Ghana, IS InternetSolutions Limited, ONIX Data Centres (Ghana) Limited, Digital Realty, and Equinix, Inc. Each operates one facility. The exchange landscape features GIXA with 24 connected networks, Accra Internet Exchange LBG with 21, and LINX Accra with 6. These IXPs help keep local traffic local and reduce latency.
All infrastructure is in Accra, the capital and largest city. Businesses buying hosting in Ghana include financial services, telecoms, and international tech firms that need a West African point of presence. The combination of carrier-neutral data centers and active exchanges supports both local startups and global enterprises.
Key facts
- Ghana has 6 data centers, 3 IXPs, and 5 hosting providers.
- All 6 data center facilities are located in Accra.
- GIXA is the largest IXP with 24 connected networks.
- Accra Internet Exchange LBG connects 21 networks.
- LINX Accra connects 6 networks in the capital.
- Operators include PAIX Data Centres, Digital Realty, and Equinix.
