The company anticipates increased investment in renewable energy solutions, energy-efficient network technologies, and the adoption of sustainable practices to minimise the environmental impact of telecom operations.

According to a report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the telecom industry could save up to $1.3 trillion in energy costs by transitioning to renewable energy sources by 2030.

As the company prepares for 2024, it envisions a trend towards increased collaboration within the telecoms and infrastructure ecosystem.

It expects to see more strategic partnerships and alliances among telecom operators, technology providers, and governments to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced technologies.

These collaborations aim to create synergies that will drive innovation and address the evolving needs of end-users.

According to Matone Ditlhake, CEO Corridor Africa is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and driving innovation to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

“We predict an accelerated global expansion of 5G networks, with a particular focus on Africa. We foresee an increased investment in 5G infrastructure, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity across urban and rural areas.”

He says this expansion is expected to catalyse the development of smart cities and IoT applications, fostering a new era of connectivity and efficiency.

With the proliferation of connected devices and the growing demand for low-latency applications, Corridor Africa Technologies anticipates a significant rise in edge computing deployments.

Edge computing is poised to become a critical component of telecoms infrastructure, enabling faster data processing and enhancing the performance of applications such as augmented reality, virtual reality, and autonomous vehicles.

As the telecoms industry continues to grapple with issues related to security, Corridor Africa Technologies predicts a surge in the adoption of blockchain technology. Blockchain is expected to play a pivotal role in securing communication networks, preventing fraud, and ensuring the integrity of data transmission.

The company foresees blockchain solutions being integrated into various aspects of telecom operations, including billing, identity verification, and network security.

“Through ongoing research and development, the company remains poised to be a driving force in shaping the future of telecommunications and infrastructure in Africa and beyond,” he concludes.

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South Africa has recently grappled with a substantial disruption in its internet connectivity due to the unfortunate damage sustained by two critical undersea communication cables, namely the West Africa Cable System (WACS) and the South Atlantic Telecommunications Cable number three (SAT-3), occurring in the Congo Canyon.

These unforeseen undersea cable failures have reverberated across the region, impacting network operators and internet users alike, resulting in delayed website loading times and potential service interruptions.

Commenting on the development, Matone Ditlhake, Corridor Africa CEO said while these subsea cables largely remain hidden from public view, they serve as essential conduits for global internet connectivity, enabling the rapid transmission of telecommunications signals worldwide, thus facilitating seamless internet access and communication.

“As a direct consequence of these cable outages, South African network operators have grappled with increased strain on their network capacities, leading to heightened traffic volumes and challenges in promptly addressing these issues,” he explains.

Service providers vary in their dependence on the affected cables, leading to discrepancies in the severity of disruptions experienced. Consequently, some entities may encounter more significant impacts than others.

The initial disruption in traffic flow, stemming from the cable damages, is expected to have a particularly notable effect on customers utilising international private leased circuit services.

To counteract these challenges, certain mobile operators have taken proactive steps, including bolstering capacity on unaffected cable routes and conducting traffic engineering to alleviate potential bottlenecks.

Despite these concerted efforts, it’s important to note that websites hosted in the US or Europe may still experience delays or service failures when accessed from South Africa, and vice versa, owing to the reduced international capacity. Internet service providers are diligently labouring to restore full capacity while concurrently embarking on the extensive repair process, which is estimated to span several weeks. 

Currently, the maintenance and repair of these undersea cables are in progress, with the cable ship, the Leon Thevenin, actively engaged in repair operations near Kenya. Weather permitting, we anticipate the cables will be fully restored to operational status by the second week of September.

Corridor Africa Technologies is steadfastly monitoring the situation and working in close cooperation with South African telecommunications companies to minimise the impact of these disruptions and ensure the swift reestablishment of dependable internet connectivity for all users.

“We sincerely appreciate the understanding and patience exhibited by South African internet users during this period of inconvenience. Rest assured, every possible effort is being exerted to expedite the restoration process and enhance internet connectivity throughout the region,” he concludes.

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