Juba - Nairobi Fiber Optic Link
USD 4,500.00M
Total Cost
50%
Progress
4
Stakeholders
2
Countries
Feasibility
Project Stage
Project Overview
Construction of the 957 km high-capacity optic fiber cable (OFC) to interconnect Eldoret (Kenya) to Juba (South Sudan) through the Nadapal border town. Limited progress with Kenyan segment completed but South Sudan segment faces challenges.
Key Objectives
Project Objectives: Enhance regional connectivity and integration, Bring fiber optic broadband to South Sudan, Provide high-speed ICT infrastructure, Reduce ICT service costs, Connect business sectors, Attract investment, Boost export-oriented agricultural development, Support regional integration
Strategic Importance
Critical for regional digital connectivity despite implementation challenges
Technical Specifications
Technology: High-capacity fiber optic cable system with cross-border connectivity
Capacity: 957 km high-capacity fiber optic network
Capacity: 957 km high-capacity fiber optic network
Financing Structure
PPP structure with potential for private sector involvement despite current challenges
Market Analysis
Mixed progress with Kenyan segment operational but South Sudan challenges
Investment Opportunities
PPP opportunities remain despite current implementation challenges
Key Stakeholders
Sponsor: Government Authorities (Kenya and South Sudan)
Partners: Ministry of ICT (Kenya), Ministry of Telecommunications (South Sudan)
Partners: Ministry of ICT (Kenya), Ministry of Telecommunications (South Sudan)
For More Information, Contact:
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org