Paratus Group launches major new fibre route connecting East Africa to Goma
10 February 2026
Paratus Group has announced the activation of a significant new fiber optic route in East Africa, establishing a direct and resilient connection between Mombasa on the Kenyan coast and Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
This 2,000-kilometer G2M (Goma-to-Mombasa) fiber route runs through Kigali in Rwanda, Kampala in Uganda, and Nairobi in Kenya, featuring direct interconnections into key data centers in each city. Now live and already serving its first wholesale clients, the route offers high-capacity, secure connectivity tailored for carriers, ISPs, and enterprise customers operating across regional borders.
Find out more Medusa submarine cable completes final splice
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29 January 2026
The Medusa Submarine Cable System has achieved a major technical milestone by successfully completing its final splice— the critical point where all cable segments are permanently connected, transforming individual sections into a seamless, unified network.
This milestone signifies that France, Morocco, and Tunisia are now physically linked through the Medusa cable, substantially boosting digital connectivity across the Mediterranean region. With the final splice in place, the project moves from the installation phase into the final preparations for commercial service, bringing enhanced bandwidth and resilient connectivity to the area.
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Burkina Faso opens two mini-data centres
28 January 2026
Burkina Faso has officially inaugurated two new mini-data centers dedicated to public administration, marking a significant milestone in the country's push for digital sovereignty. The infrastructure, valued at approximately 16 billion CFA francs (around US$28.6 million), is a key component of the nation’s strategy to host its critical data locally and reduce reliance on foreign servers.
The Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Telecommunications announced that this project is a stepping stone toward the eventual construction of a national Big Data center. The goal is to bring all digital data from both the public sector and private companies back within Burkina Faso’s borders, ensuring greater data security and sovereignty.
Find out more MTN Nigeria reports over 9,000 fibre cuts and vandalism in 2025
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26 January 2026
In 2025, MTN Nigeria faced significant network challenges, recording 9,218 fibre cut incidents and vandalism at 211 telecom sites, leading to widespread service disruptions across the country.
CEO Dr. Karl Toriola shared these figures in a social media post titled "MTN Nigeria 2025 Wrapped," highlighting the impact on customer experience and network performance.
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