Tanzania and DRC Discuss Implementation of National Fibre Optic Project

The Government of Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have held discussions on the implementation of the National Fibre Optic Backbone Project, which will extend through Lake Tanganyika to the province of Kalemie in the DRC. The initiative is a strategic step toward enhancing digital connectivity and regional integration between the two nations.

The project aims to accelerate digital transformation across Tanzania and the DRC, while strengthening communication infrastructure within the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) regions. By connecting the two countries via a high-capacity fibre optic link, the project will improve broadband access, foster cross-border collaboration, and promote economic development through technology.

The meeting to review the project’s progress was held at TTCL Corporation Headquarters in Dar es Salaam. It was attended by TTCL Director General, Mr. Moremi Marwa, and a delegation from the DRC led by SOCOF Director General, Mr. Prosper Ghislain, along with representatives from Tanzania’s Ministry of Information, Communication and Information Technology, led by the Director of ICT Infrastructure, Mr. Leo Magomba.

The project is expected to play a key role in advancing digital inclusion in the DRC by improving connectivity for citizens and supporting the development of a digital economy. Tanzania, through the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Information Technology, has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the successful and timely completion of the project, recognizing its importance in strengthening regional communication networks and enhancing technological growth across both nations.

This collaboration underscores the growing importance of cross-border infrastructure in building a connected, digitally empowered Africa.