Telemedia Rivonia Teleport 2MW Johannesburg Facility

Status: Operational   |   Location: 17 9th Ave, Rivonia, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2128, South Africa

Project Overview

The Telemedia Rivonia Teleport, located at 17 9th Avenue in Rivonia, Johannesburg, South Africa, is a specialized broadcast, satellite uplink, and enterprise colocation facility operated by Telemedia (Pty) Ltd. The facility combines telecommunications infrastructure with media distribution capabilities, supporting applications that require reliable video transmission, satellite communications, and technical hosting environments. It is described as serving as a media distribution gateway and satellite ground station for Southern Africa, integrating data centre hosting with Master Control Room (MCR) operations and broadcast transmission systems. Its satellite uplink capabilities support the transmission of media signals through satellite networks, enabling content distribution across geographically dispersed markets. Master Control Room operations provide a centralized environment for monitoring, managing, and coordinating broadcast feeds, helping media organizations maintain continuity across transmission workflows. The facility’s video transmission infrastructure complements these functions by supporting the movement of broadcast content between production facilities, distribution networks, and receiving platforms. Enterprise colocation adds another dimension to the site’s services, allowing customers to host servers and networking equipment within a dedicated technical environment. This combination of broadcast operations, satellite connectivity, and IT hosting makes the facility relevant to media companies, broadcasters, telecommunications providers, and enterprises with specialized content delivery requirements. Its location in Rivonia places it within Johannesburg’s wider commercial and telecommunications ecosystem, providing a base for serving customers across South Africa and the broader Southern African region. The integration of media transmission and data centre services reflects the convergence of broadcasting and digital infrastructure, as content distribution increasingly depends on interconnected networks and reliable technical facilities. Specific details concerning the site’s power capacity, colocation footprint, satellite antenna configuration, uplink capabilities, redundancy systems, certifications, and current service availability require confirmation through up-to-date Telemedia documentation.

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