South Africa Data Center Power Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The South Africa Data Center Power Market Report is Segmented by Power Infrastructure (Electrical Solution (UPS Systems, Generators, and Power Distribution Solutions (PDU, Switchgear, Critical Power Distribution, Transfer Switches, Remote Power Panels, and Others)), and Service), and End User (IT and Telecommunication, BFSI, Government, Media and Entertainment, and Other End Users). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

South Africa Data Center Power Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

South Africa Data Center Power Market Size

South Africa Data Center Power Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 206.07 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 389.86 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 13.60 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

South Africa Data Center Power Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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South Africa Data Center Power Market Analysis

The South Africa Data Center Power Market size is estimated at USD 206.07 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 389.86 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 13.6% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

African data centers use a considerable amount of power, and commercial DC power usage has been growing by an average of 40% annually over the past five years as adoption has accelerated. It was expected to pass the 4,000 GWh mark in 2022. South Africa's power grid has experienced challenges with reliability and stability, leading to potential disruptions in data center operations. Data centers require a reliable and stable power supply to ensure uninterrupted operations, and grid instability can impact their sustainability efforts. Such factor leads to major market demand.

Usage levels are expected to double over the next five years, and projections of DC power consumption will grow by 20% to 25% annually, expecting to reach nearly 8,000 GWh by 2026.

  • Under Construction IT Load Capacity: The upcoming IT load capacity of the South African data center power market is expected to reach 828.92 MW by 2029.
  • Under Construction Raised Floor Space: The country's construction of raised floor area is expected to increase to 4.4 million sq. ft by 2029.
  • Planned Racks: The country's total number of racks to be installed is expected to reach 220,201 units by 2029. Johannesburg is expected to house the maximum number of racks by 2029.
  • Planned Submarine Cables: There are close to 9 submarine cable systems connecting South Africa, and many are under construction. One such submarine cable that was estimated to start service in 2023 was 2Africa, which stretched over 45,000 km with landing points from Cape Town, Mtunzini, and Port Elizabeth in South Africa.

South Africa Data Center Power Industry Overview

The South African data center power market is slightly fragmented among the players and has gained a competitive edge in recent years. The few major players in the market include ABB Ltd, Caterpillar Inc., Eaton Corporation, and others. These major players with a prominent market share focus on expanding their customer base across the region. These companies leverage strategic collaborative initiatives to increase their market share and profitability.

  • In December 2023, Eaton Corporation announced the launch of its new Rack PDU G4 (4th generation), which provides a high-security and business continuity data center. It also combines with C39 outlets that securely connect both C14 and C20 power cords, backed by a locking mechanism and a built-in high retention system that secures the power cord.
  • In November 2023, ABB Ltd announced the launch of the Protecta Power panel board, designed for industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings. It is integrated with digital monitoring and control technology, enhancing durability and safety.

South Africa Data Center Power Market Leaders

  1. Caterpillar Inc.

  2. Eaton Corporation

  3. Rittal GmbH & Co. KG

  4. Vertiv Group Corp

  5. ABB Ltd

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
South Africa Data Center Power Market Concentration
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South Africa Data Center Power Market News

  • April 2024: Vertiv, a significant provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, introduced the extension of the Vertiv Liebert GXT5 lithium-ion double-conversion, online uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system for 5 kVA-10 kVA global voltage (GV) (200 V-240 V; default 230 V) applications. 
  • January 2024: Caterpillar Inc. partnered with Microsoft and Ballard Power Systems to test the use of large-format hydrogen fuel cells as a reliable and eco-friendly backup power source for multi-megawatt data centers. Hydrogen fuel cells are seen as a possible low-carbon alternative to diesel backup generators, which is expected to drive the growth of DC generators. 

South Africa Data Center Power Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising Adoption of Mega Data Centers and Cloud Computing
    • 4.2.2 Increasing Demand to Reduce Operational Costs
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 High Cost of Installation and Maintenance
  • 4.4 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.6 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Power Infrastructure
    • 5.1.1 Electrical Solution
    • 5.1.1.1 UPS Systems
    • 5.1.1.2 Generators
    • 5.1.1.3 Power Distribution Solutions
    • 5.1.1.3.1 PDU
    • 5.1.1.3.2 Switchgear
    • 5.1.1.3.3 Critical Power Distribution
    • 5.1.1.3.4 Transfer Switches
    • 5.1.1.3.5 Remote Power Panels
    • 5.1.1.3.6 Others
    • 5.1.2 Service
  • 5.2 End User
    • 5.2.1 IT and Telecommunication
    • 5.2.2 BFSI
    • 5.2.3 Government
    • 5.2.4 Media and Entertainment
    • 5.2.5 Other End Users

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Company Profiles
    • 6.1.1 ABB Ltd
    • 6.1.2 Caterpillar Inc.
    • 6.1.3 Cummins Inc.
    • 6.1.4 Eaton Corporation
    • 6.1.5 Legrand Group
    • 6.1.6 Rolls-Royce PLC
    • 6.1.7 Vertiv Group Corp.
    • 6.1.8 Schneider Electric SE
    • 6.1.9 Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
    • 6.1.10 Fujitsu Limited
    • 6.1.11 Cisco Systems Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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South Africa Data Center Power Industry Segmentation

Data center power refers to the power infrastructure, including electrical components and electrical distribution systems, which provide the power necessary to operate and support the devices and servers within the data center. It includes various components and technologies designed to ensure a reliable, uninterruptible power supply for data center IT equipment, including uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units (PDU), backup generators, and other power management solutions. Data center operators achieve data center redundancy through duplicated components to maintain uninterrupted operations in the event of failure of some components and to maintain uptime during maintenance. 

The South African data center power market is segmented by power infrastructure (electrical solution (UPS systems, generators, and power distribution solutions (PDU, switchgear, critical power distribution, transfer switches, remote power panels, and others)) and service) and end user (IT and telecommunication, BFSI, government, media and entertainment, and other end users). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments. 

Power Infrastructure Electrical Solution UPS Systems
Generators
Power Distribution Solutions PDU
Switchgear
Critical Power Distribution
Transfer Switches
Remote Power Panels
Others
Service
End User IT and Telecommunication
BFSI
Government
Media and Entertainment
Other End Users
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South Africa Data Center Power Market Research Faqs

How big is the South Africa Data Center Power Market?

The South Africa Data Center Power Market size is expected to reach USD 206.07 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 13.60% to reach USD 389.86 million by 2030.

What is the current South Africa Data Center Power Market size?

In 2025, the South Africa Data Center Power Market size is expected to reach USD 206.07 million.

Who are the key players in South Africa Data Center Power Market?

Caterpillar Inc., Eaton Corporation, Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, Vertiv Group Corp and ABB Ltd are the major companies operating in the South Africa Data Center Power Market.

What years does this South Africa Data Center Power Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the South Africa Data Center Power Market size was estimated at USD 178.04 million. The report covers the South Africa Data Center Power Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the South Africa Data Center Power Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

South Africa Data Center Power Industry Report

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