{"id":67625,"date":"2025-04-27T07:41:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-27T07:41:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/bofinet-boosts-digital-access-cuts-data-costs-in-botswana"},"modified":"2025-04-27T07:41:07","modified_gmt":"2025-04-27T07:41:07","slug":"bofinet-boosts-digital-access-cuts-data-costs-in-botswana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/bofinet-boosts-digital-access-cuts-data-costs-in-botswana","title":{"rendered":"Bofinet Boosts Digital Access, Cuts Data Costs in Botswana"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. <\/strong><\/span><b>Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet), the state-owned wholesale telecommunications infrastructure provider, is modernizing its network to improve digital connectivity and affordability across the region.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The company recently announced a P100 million (R136 million) investment to upgrade Botswana\u2019s internet gateway, addressing the country\u2019s surging demand for high-speed, reliable internet.<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet\u2019s Commitment to Regional Connectivity<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the 45th Southern African Telecommunications Association (SATA) Annual Conference in Johannesburg, Keabetswe Segole, BoFiNet\u2019s Commercial Executive, emphasised the company\u2019s mission to position Botswana as a digital hub.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYour transit to the heart of Africa, this is more than just a message at our company store. It is a commitment to facilitating seamless connectivity and positioning our region at the very centre of Africa\u2019s digital future,\u201d Segole stated.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana currently boasts an 81.4% internet penetration rate, making it one of Africa\u2019s most connected nations\u2014trailing only Morocco (92%) and surpassing South Africa (78%).<\/p>\n<p>Modernising Infrastructure<\/p>\n<p>Segole explained that theP100 million investment focuses on replacing outdated core and metro network equipment to meet growing bandwidth demands.<\/p>\n<p>*\u201cWe needed to modernise our infrastructure, particularly the core and metro networks. The routers and switches we installed 12-13 years ago had to be upgraded to ensure sufficient capacity for Botswana\u2019s citizens and residents,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet\u2019s Submarine Cable Investments<\/p>\n<p>To strengthen international connectivity, BoFiNet has invested in multiple undersea cable systems:<\/p>\n<p>EASSy (Eastern Africa Submarine System) \u2013 A 10,000 km cable linking Eastern Africa to global networks.<\/p>\n<p>Expand article logo Continue reading<\/p>\n<p>WACS (West Africa Cable System) \u2013 A 14,530 km cable connecting South Africa to the UK, co-invested with Telecom Namibia.<\/p>\n<p>Equiano Cable \u2013 Google\u2019s private subsea cable linking Portugal to South Africa, with branches to Nigeria, Namibia, and Togo. \u201cWe have recently acquired capacity from Equiano,\u201d said Segole.Reducing Data Costs in a Landlocked Country<\/p>\n<p>Operating as a landlocked nation presents challenges in reducing data costs. Segole highlighted BoFiNet\u2019s strategies to overcome this:<\/p>\n<p>Fibre Backhaul Partnerships \u2013 Collaborating with Telecom Namibia (WACS) and South Africa\u2019s Broadband Infraco to optimise transit routes.<\/p>\n<p>Local Data Hosting \u2013 Reducing reliance on international servers by investing in Botswana-based data centers.<\/p>\n<p>Digital Delta Data Centre (DDDC): A Game-Changer<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet\u2019s new Tier III-certified data center, the Digital Delta Data Centre (DDDC), is set to launch in October 2025. Key features include:<\/p>\n<p>1,000 sqm facility with 400 racks<\/p>\n<p>Located in Gaborone\u2019s Botswana Innovation Hub<\/p>\n<p>Designed to attract hyperscalers like Microsoft and Google<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis data centre allows us to keep personal data within Botswana and host content locally,\u201d Segole explained. \u201cCountries like Zambia can now access content from Botswana, reducing latency and costs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Expanding Fibre &amp; Metro Networks<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet\u2019s upgrades include two major projects:<\/p>\n<p>Metro Network Overhaul \u2013 Enhancing connectivity in Gaborone and Francistown for government offices, businesses, and shopping malls.<\/p>\n<p>Internet Exchange Point (IXP) Modernisation \u2013 Upgrading Botswana\u2019s IXPs in London and Johannesburg while relocating the Gaborone IXP to a more secure facility.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana\u2019s Internet Traffic Growth<\/p>\n<p>Internet usage in Botswana has skyrocketed:<\/p>\n<p>2015: Under 8Gbps<\/p>\n<p>2025: Over 100Gbps<\/p>\n<p>Future Plans: Regional Partnerships &amp; Expansion<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet is exploring collaborations with neighboring countries, including South Africa and Zambia, to further expand fibre infrastructure and reduce data costs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFibre rollout has enabled us to thrive as a landlocked nation. We\u2019re committed to partnerships that enhance regional connectivity,\u201d Segole added.<\/p>\n<p>A Digital Future for Botswana<\/p>\n<p>BoFiNet\u2019s P100 million investment emphasises its dedication to affordable, high-speed internet and secure digital infrastructure. By modernising networks, investing in submarine cables, and launching the DDDC, Botswana is poised to become a key digital hub in Southern Africa.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Botswana<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet), the state-owned wholesale telecommunications infrastructure provider, is modernizing its network to improve digital connectivity and affordability across the region. 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