Oracle expanded its African cloud infrastructure footprint with the launch of a new cloud region in Casablanca, Morocco, marking a significant step in the company’s push to strengthen digital transformation capabilities across the continent.
The Casablanca cloud region is Oracle’s latest investment in Africa and is expected to provide businesses, government institutions and developers with access to high-performance cloud services, including artificial intelligence, data analytics and enterprise applications. The company said the new facility will help organisations meet growing demand for secure and low-latency digital infrastructure while supporting local data residency requirements.
The launch positions Morocco as an increasingly important regional technology hub, as governments and enterprises across Africa accelerate cloud adoption and digital modernisation initiatives. Industry analysts say the expansion reflects rising demand for sovereign cloud infrastructure capable of supporting financial services, public administration, telecommunications and emerging AI-driven applications.
Morocco has prioritised digital transformation as part of its broader economic development strategy, with authorities investing heavily in connectivity, digital public services and technology innovation. Government officials have repeatedly highlighted the importance of advanced digital infrastructure in driving economic competitiveness and attracting foreign investment.
Speaking previously on Morocco’s digital ambitions, Ghita Mezzour, Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, said digital technologies represent “a real lever for economic and social development” as the country works to strengthen its position in the regional digital economy.
Oracle executives said the Casablanca cloud region will allow customers to migrate workloads to the cloud while benefiting from improved cybersecurity, scalability and operational efficiency. The facility is also expected to support local innovation ecosystems by giving startups and developers greater access to enterprise-grade cloud tools and AI capabilities.
The expansion comes amid intensifying competition among global cloud providers seeking to grow their presence across Africa, where demand for cloud computing services has risen sharply in recent years. Businesses across sectors including banking, healthcare, logistics and government services are increasingly adopting cloud technologies to modernise operations and improve service delivery.
Analysts say Oracle’s latest investment could help accelerate digital transformation efforts across North and West Africa while reinforcing Morocco’s role as a strategic gateway for technology infrastructure on the continent.