Google is expanding subsea fiber-optic cable access to Africa to meet rapidly growing demand for internet connectivity.
A top official of the US tech giant has said that it is planning to establish four digital infrastructure hubs in Africa to connect its newest underwater fiber-optic cables for the continent.
A top official of the US tech giant has said that it is planning to establish four digital infrastructure hubs in Africa to connect its newest underwater fiber-optic cables for the continent.
This development is geared towards increasing digital access for “hundreds of millions of people” in up to 22 African countries.
The move is also being framed by the agency as a way to counter China’s growing influence in Africa’s digital landscape.
Credit: Semafor Africa
The move is also being framed by the agency as a way to counter China’s growing influence in Africa’s digital landscape.
Credit: Semafor Africa
