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Activists Urge Halt to South Africa’s Data Centre Expansion
South African civil rights groups are calling for a moratorium on the rapid expansion of data centres, warning that the industry's intense water and electricity demands threaten local infrastructure and community resources.
4 Sept, 11:06 — 4 Sept, 14:45
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Civil rights groups urge a halt to South Africa data centers boom amid water and power fears - AP News
Civil rights groups urge a halt to South Africa data centers boom amid water and power fears AP News
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Civil rights groups call to halt South Africa’s data center boom over water and power use
The Equinix facility would require an estimated 160 megawatts of electricity, adding to scrutiny of South Africa’s expanding digital infrastructure
By The Associated Press, Mogomotsi Magome, MICHELLE GUMEDE
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