Kampala, November 7, 2025 – DataNet, a leading provider of network services and internet solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Djibouti Telecom, the region’s premier provider of international connectivity. Together, the two companies will deliver high-quality wholesale IP transit and backbone services to telecom operators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and enterprises throughout East Africa.
The collaboration combines Djibouti’s position as a regional digital hub, with multiple submarine cable systems landing in Djibouti, and DataNet’s strong local presence and infrastructure in East Africa. This synergy will expand access to affordable, high-performance connectivity across the region.
Transforming East Africa’s Connectivity Landscape
As East Africa’s demand for fast, reliable, and affordable internet continues to surge, driven by the growth of cloud adoption, streaming, fintech, and e-government services, regional operators face ongoing challenges from high transit costs and limited local peering options.
This partnership directly tackles these barriers by:
- Reducing Internet Transit Costs:
Routing traffic through Djibouti’s extensive submarine cable systems brings international connectivity closer to East Africa, significantly reducing transit expenses for ISPs and operators.
- Improving Latency and Performance:
Global and regional traffic will be exchanged through Djibouti’s low-latency IP hub, delivering improved speed and reliability for end-users in East Africa.
- Creating Regional Peering Opportunities:
The partnership will encourage intra-African traffic exchange, thereby reducing reliance on distant internet hubs, such as those in Europe or Asia.
Executive Quotes
“Djibouti Telecom is proud to strengthen its role as the gateway to East Africa’s digital future. Through our collaboration with DataNet, we are bringing world-class wholesale IP services closer to operators and ISPs in East Africa, enabling them to provide faster, more affordable connectivity to millions of users.”
— CEO, Djibouti Telecom
“Our mission at DataNet is to empower East Africa’s digital transformation. Partnering with Djibouti Telecom allows us to leverage their unmatched international connectivity to deliver superior, cost-effective solutions to our customers in Uganda.”
—Regional Managing Director, DataNet
About Djibouti Telecom
Djibouti Telecom is the national telecommunications provider of Djibouti, operating nine submarine cable landings and serving as a critical gateway between Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Its robust international connectivity infrastructure has made Djibouti one of Africa’s top internet exchange and transit points.
Website: https://international.djiboutitelecom.dj/
About DataNet
DataNet is a leading telecommunications company, offering fiber internet, network solutions, and managed services to ISPs, mobile operators, enterprises, and government institutions. With a strong local presence and technical expertise, DataNet is committed to building East Africa’s digital future.
Website: www.datanet.ug
Media Contacts
Djibouti Telecom
Media Relations: Mohamed Ahmed
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +253 21 35 67 37
DataNet
Allen Chimhende
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +256 414 255520
