Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced a significant upgrade to its 1,300km fibre optic route linking Mombasa, Kenya, to Busia on the Ugandan border.
This enhancement brings multi-terabit capacity and increased resilience to the region, greatly improving digital connectivity for East African countries.
The upgraded high-speed fibre route enables Liquid to offer an impressive 99.99% uptime in services between Mombasa and the Uganda border, reinforcing its position as a leader in the region’s digital transformation.
Adil El Youssefi, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies for the Rest of Africa, stated that the expansion aligns with Liquid’s vision of a digitally connected Africa that leaves no one behind.
The enhanced connectivity will support critical business sectors, providing the robust networks essential for digital transformation and economic growth.
As Kenya evolves into a central digital hub in East Africa, the new fibre route complements existing terrestrial connections and fosters rapid data traffic growth, improving the region’s overall connectivity.
The route is designed to carry several terabits of data, catering to Liquid’s diverse customer base, including retail, home, enterprise, and wholesale clients.
Additionally, the upgraded network strengthens both land-based and undersea infrastructures, offering enhanced protection against potential disruptions. Liquid is dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted service through continuous monitoring of the route.
With over 110,000km of fibre networks, Liquid Intelligent Technologies is committed to advancing technology and innovation across Africa, helping communities harness the potential of a connected digital future.
