In an exclusive interview with Africa Hyperscalers Media, the Regional Executive for TelCables West Africa, Fernando Fernandes, highlighted the critical need for infrastructure sharing and open access infrastructure to bridge Africa’s digital divide.

Africa’s digital infrastructure gap remains a significant barrier to economic growth and development. Fernandes emphasized that infrastructure sharing and open access models can help to accelerate the deployment of affordable and reliable broadband connectivity across the continent.

“Africa has a tremendous opportunity to leapfrog traditional infrastructure development and adopt open access models that can quickly and efficiently expand connectivity,” Fernandes stated. “By sharing existing infrastructure and enabling open access, we can empower businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals to fully participate in the digital economy.”

TelCables Nigeria, a subsidiary of Angola Cables, is committed to playing a leading role in bridging Africa’s digital divide. The company is investing in new cable builds and exploring open system technologies to enhance connectivity across the continent.

Fernandes also stressed the importance of local peering to reduce costs and improve access to digital services. “Local peering can bring down the cost of usage, which is a huge factor for many impoverished people across the world,” he explained. “By establishing localized digital ecosystems, organic growth and access to networks will automatically be encouraged.”

As Africa’s digital landscape evolves, TelCables Nigeria is poised to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions that connect communities and businesses across the continent. The company’s commitment to infrastructure sharing and open access infrastructure will play a crucial role in bridging the digital divide and driving Africa’s digital transformation.