Algeria Launches the “Medusa” Submarine Cable Project: Boosting African Digital Connectivity
Algeria has officially commenced the “Medusa” submarine fiber optic cable project, a significant initiative spearheaded by the Minister of Post and Telecommunications, M. Sid Ali Zerrouki. The project’s launch, originating from the port of Algiers, marks a strategic move to solidify Algeria’s position as a crucial hub for regional and international digital connectivity infrastructure, particularly impacting the African tech landscape. This ambitious undertaking promises to directly link European and African networks across the Mediterranean Sea, fostering enhanced digital interconnectivity.
Medusa: A Mediterranean Connectivity Powerhouse
The “Medusa” cable system, spanning over 8,700 kilometers, is poised to connect more than ten Mediterranean countries. As one of the most prominent submarine connectivity systems in the region, “Medusa” boasts an impressive transmission capacity of 20 Terabits per second per fiber pair. This substantial capacity makes the project a major catalyst for the growth of cross-border digital interconnection. This project represents a pivotal step in expanding Africa’s digital infrastructure.
This undertaking is designed to facilitate faster and more reliable data transmission, which will boost various sectors like education, healthcare, and e-commerce across participating nations.
The Algerian government’s investment in “Medusa” underscores its commitment to technological advancement and its strategic vision for a digitally connected future, benefiting both Algeria and the broader African continent by improving access to digital services.
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