Google has announced the Umoja project, a fibre-optic cable that will directly connect Africa to Australia for the first time.
This ambitious initiative aims to enhance digital connectivity, accelerate economic growth, and deepen resilience across Africa. Umoja, which means “unity” in Swahili, is a testament to Google’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and promoting global unity.
The Umoja cable will begin its journey in Kenya, traversing overland through Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa before crossing the Indian Ocean to Australia.
This strategic route ensures that multiple African countries will have access to the cable, fostering broader regional connectivity.
Google has partnered with Liquid Technologies to create a highly scalable network path, featuring multiple access points to facilitate regional connectivity.
This infrastructure is designed to deliver reliable and expansive digital services, addressing the chronic issue of network outages that have historically plagued the region.
The Umoja project will have a profound impact on Africa’s digital landscape, enabling faster, more reliable, and more affordable internet access for millions of people.
Umoja is part of Google’s Africa Connect initiative, which includes the Equiano subsea cable project. This initiative aims to improve digital connectivity and promote economic growth in Africa, supporting the continent’s rapidly growing digital economy.
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