×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Join Thousands of Readers
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Increase number of female workers in data centres

Vocalize Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Vocalize

Three-quarters of data centre operators employ 10 per cent or less women. [iStockphoto]

As the African data centre sector emerges as an important global player, gender diversity must also keep pace with this growth.

Unfortunately, current estimates are not promising. A recent report by Uptime Institute states that three-quarters of data centre operators employ 10 per cent or less women.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in
By AFP 4 hrs ago
Football
Snoop Dogg given hero's welcome in first trip to Swansea since becoming co-owner
By AFP 4 hrs ago
Football
Manchester United financial results show profit increase after job cuts
By AFP 4 hrs ago
Football
Real Madrid victory for 'everyone against racism', says Tchouameni
By AFP 4 hrs ago
Football
Juventus lick wounds after painful Champions League exit