Bayobab Group (Formerly MTN GlobalConnect), a services company connecting Africa with digital solutions, has said it is working round the clock with cable consortium and other partners to mitigate the impact of the undersea cable damage by rerouting traffic and enabling more circuits.
Recall that on 14 March 2024 four submarine cables; WACS, ACE, SAT3 and MainOne, were damaged, leading out internet outage in West Africa.
According to a statement released by the organization, a copy of which was made available to Techeconmy, Bayobab said it recognizes the economic importance of pending challenge, and have already made progress in restoring service in some affected regions.
The Group also expressed commitment to achieving full recovery as expeditiously as possible.
It noted that, ACE and WACS have jointly initiated the repair process by mobilising a cable ship for a collaborative repair effort, while investigation and repair efforts are underway.
Bayobab said its strategy focuses on successfully rerouting traffic, leveraging our extensive network, and collaborating with industry partners.
The former MTN GlobalConnect, noted that it network resiliency allows for the swift activation of new cables, facilitating faster rerouting and bolstering network resilience. By activating new cables, we quickly increase interconnectivity and establish alternative routes.
“Additionally, we are working with the cable consortiums and partners to enhance interconnection along both the west and east coasts, with further interconnections between WACS and Equiano, and the introduction of the end-to-end connection between WACS on the west coast and EASSy on the east coast.
“The next-generation services company which focuses on connecting Africa with digital solutions, however sincerely appreciate consumers understanding and patience during this period”.
