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Microsoft Kenya data center stalls as payment guarantee talks drag on, Bloomberg reports
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Published on 10 May 2026
A promised payment clash is holding up Kenya’s
Microsoft’s planned data center in Kenya is reportedly facing delays after disagreements with the government over guaranteed payment terms. The project, backed by a partnership with G42 for a $1 billion investment, still needs further structuring due to the facility’s scale and additional discussions on power requirements. Talks are ongoing, but timelines remain unclear.
- Kenya government payment guarantees are reportedly at the center of delays
- Microsoft and G42 are linked to a $1 billion investment plan
- Further structuring is needed due to the data center’s large scale
- Power supply requirements are still being negotiated
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