Dark Fibre Africa digital connectivity expansion project, South Africa
Name of the Project
Dark Fibre Africa (DFA) digital connectivity expansion project.
Location
South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Open-access fibre infrastructure and connectivity provider DFA.
Project Description
DFA, in collaboration with the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), has launched a feasibility study to evaluate the technical and economic viability of expanding its fibre network into peri-urban and rural areas, and to model sustainable business cases and scenarios for delivering connectivity infrastructure for customers in these markets.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
The USTDA announced grant funding for the project in June 2021.
Planned Start/End Date
The USTDA will fund the year-long study.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
DFA, Fiki Masilela, tel +27 12443 1000 or email fiki.masilele@dafrica.co.za.
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