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Cavaleros Group Launches Data Center Unit

Nov 14, 2025 | Posted by Abdul-Rahman Oladimeji

South African real estate firm the Cavaleros Group is looking to move into the data center sector with plans for two campuses and has launched a new unit, Cosmas Data Cities, which plans to develop two sites in Johannesburg and Cape Town.

“For over five decades, the Cavaleros Group has built a legacy of vision, quality, and long-term partnerships. These data center developments continue that legacy – combining our real estate expertise with Knight Frank’s industry insight and Future-Tech’s technical excellence to deliver infrastructure that powers Africa’s digital transformation," said Penny Cavaleros, CEO, the Cavaleros Group.


“South Africa holds immense importance as a gateway for hyperscalers, neoclouds, and global enterprises. With strong cloud regions and fiber connectivity, it is the continent’s primary destination for large-scale deployments. Cavaleros has positioned itself as a clear market leader with unmatched expertise,” said Oscar Matthews, head of EMEA data center investment & development, Knight Frank.

There are 33 data centers in South Africa.

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