06 November 2025

Orange Tunisia, in partnership with the Medusa Submarine Cable System, has announced the successful landing of the MEDUSA submarine cable in Bizerte, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Tunisia’s digital infrastructure and positioning the country as a key regional digital hub.

Tunisia is now the first African nation to host the MEDUSA cable, a major project that will connect thirteen countries across North Africa, Southern Europe, and the Middle East. Spanning over 8,000 km, MEDUSA is the largest submarine fibre optic network in the Mediterranean, with the Tunisian segment extending 1,040 km. It will provide Orange Tunisia with a maximum capacity of 24 Tbps, enhancing the country’s connectivity and resilience.

06 November 2025

As Africa hosts the G20 for the first time, the continent faces a choice: build a unified digital future, or risk splintering into incompatible networks shaped by global rivalries. Spectrum harmonisation, open standards, and digital trust could determine whether Africa is a co-author of the 6G era — or just a late adopter.

When Africa hosts the G20 for the first time this year, the world’s attention will rightly focus on infrastructure and finance. But industry leaders warn that another, quieter battle could determine whether Africa’s digital future is inclusive or fragmented: the struggle over spectrum, standards, and trust.