Google Bolsters African Internet Connectivity with New Subsea Cable Hubs and AI Investment
Google is expanding its commitment to Africa’s digital future through significant infrastructure investments. The tech giant announced plans to construct four new subsea cable hubs across the continent, designed to enhance internet access for numerous African nations. This initiative, spearheaded by Google’s Africa Connect infrastructure program, will extend connectivity to at least eighteen countries, marking a substantial step towards bridging the digital divide.
Expanding Connectivity Across Africa
This expansion follows the success of Google’s Equiano cable, which already provides internet services to several African countries along the western seaboard. Alex Okosi, Google’s Managing Director for Africa, confirmed the new projects are a part of Google’s strategy to improve internet speed and reliability across the continent. In addition to the hubs, Google is also launching the Umoja fiber optic route which will directly connect Africa with Australia. The company will also be investing in AI research to enhance the growth of the African tech ecosystem. These new hubs will be strategically located, beginning in Egypt and extending down to South Africa, further demonstrating Google’s dedication to Africa’s technological advancement.
In a statement released on Thursday, September 18, 2025, Google announced the initiative. The infrastructure investments will bring enhanced connectivity, lower latency, and greater bandwidth access, providing access to more people, thus boosting economic growth, creating new educational opportunities, and fostering innovation.
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