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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Remote Peering is an Essential Tool in Building Stronger, More Interconnected Digital Ecosystems across Africa and beyond
Ahead of the all-important African Peering and Interconnected Forum taking place in Lagos, Nigeria this week, TelCables Nigeria ( the West African subsidiary of international digital services and solutions provider, Angola Cables says that Remote Peering is a powerful tool that can rapidly advance and improve digital connectivity across West Africa. Speaking on the eve of the event, Israel Ogboi, Pre-Sales Engineer for TelCables Nigeria said that effective peering partnerships are helping to drive down the cost of digital connectivity and opening up new avenues and opportunities to grow and prosper in the global digital economy. 'As Africa's digital economy continues to expand, the demand for fast, reliable, and affordable access to online services and content has never been greater. Through our extensive backbone infrastructure and our extensive remote peering partnership options, TelCables has been providing businesses, content providers, and service operators with low-latency connectivity to multiple IXPs across Africa and globally, allowing operators to bypass costly international transit routes, reduce latency, and improve their services to customers,' noted Ogboi. Ogboi said that in addition, the Network as a Service (NaaS) option offered to customers is giving African consumers and enterprises quicker, more seamless access to the digital services - from streaming platforms and cloud applications to e-commerce and financial services – all of which are essential to powering economic growth across the continent. The AfPIF 2025 event, currently regarded as one of Africa's most influential gatherings for Internet service providers, data center operators, content delivery networks, and regional carriers, will provide a platform for industry leaders to explore strategies for building resilient internet infrastructure, expanding regional interconnectivity and improving access to content across the continent. As a key participant, TelCables will be engaging in important discussions concerning future connectivity options for business and enterprises and share more information about the company's role – and success it has achieved to date in strengthening Africa's digital ecosystem. 'AfPIF provides us with an excellent opportunity to engage with peers, partners, and stakeholders who are collectively shaping Africa's digital future,' says Ogboi. 'Our solutions, powered by the Angola Cables' global network, are transforming how businesses connect, scale, and thrive in the West African digital economy today.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of TelCables. About TelCables Nigeria&West Africa: TelCables West Africa is powered by the Angola Cables network, a multinational telecommunications company operating in the wholesale market. The company operates connectivity, IT solutions and services as well as international data circuit capacity and IP Transit via submarine cables. As the most connected network operator in Africa, we provide secure, low-latency direct routings from West Africa to the USA and South America and from West Africa to London. With our presence across a number of Nigerian IP hubs from Lekki, WACS CLS, Medallion DC, Rack Centre and others, and connections across Africa via the Djoliba network, we can connect you business to the world. For more information, visit the website:
Arabian Post
a day ago
- Business
- Arabian Post
Remote Peering Revolutionises Connectivity Across West Africa
West African businesses and digital service providers are reaping the benefits of remote peering, which is rapidly transforming the region's internet connectivity landscape. As the continent's digital economy expands, the demand for fast, reliable, and affordable access to online services is driving the adoption of innovative solutions. At the heart of this transformation is TelCables Nigeria, a key player in West Africa's digital infrastructure. A subsidiary of Angola Cables, TelCables has been instrumental in reducing the cost of connectivity by offering extensive remote peering partnerships, allowing operators to bypass costly international transit routes. This shift not only lowers latency but also provides more affordable, efficient, and robust services to consumers across the continent. Israel Ogboi, Pre-Sales Engineer for TelCables Nigeria, highlighted the significance of these peering partnerships ahead of the African Peering and Interconnected Forum in Lagos, Nigeria. 'Remote peering is a powerful tool that enhances digital connectivity, particularly in West Africa, where the demand for affordable access to digital services is high,' Ogboi said. He added that TelCables has been at the forefront of offering businesses, content providers, and service operators seamless, low-latency connectivity to numerous Internet Exchange Points both within Africa and globally. ADVERTISEMENT By integrating these efficient connections, TelCables is enabling operators to cut down on the reliance on international routes, which are traditionally more expensive and less efficient. 'This approach ensures faster access to the internet and a significant improvement in the quality of services provided to consumers,' Ogboi noted. He further explained that the solution not only benefits service providers but also boosts the region's digital economy by ensuring access to essential services such as e-commerce, financial services, and cloud applications. One of the primary drivers behind this transformation is the company's Network as a Service offering. NaaS gives African enterprises and consumers quicker, more seamless access to digital services that are crucial for economic development. From online streaming platforms to essential business applications, NaaS ensures that the infrastructure to support these services is in place. This increased access is critical in light of Africa's growing digital economy, which has seen a surge in demand for internet connectivity. As businesses increasingly rely on cloud applications and digital services, the need for a robust, affordable, and reliable internet infrastructure becomes more urgent. The role of remote peering, as exemplified by TelCables, has thus become an essential part of the continent's digital transformation. AfPIF 2025, one of Africa's most prominent gatherings of Internet service providers, data centre operators, and regional carriers, is expected to showcase the role of connectivity solutions like remote peering in facilitating business growth. For TelCables, the event serves as an important platform to discuss strategies for expanding regional interconnectivity, strengthening internet infrastructure, and improving access to global content. Ogboi noted that the company's role in connecting West Africa to international networks has been pivotal in driving growth for the region's digital ecosystem. 'Our participation in AfPIF provides us with a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and discuss the evolving digital needs of the region,' Ogboi said. 'As we continue to develop our remote peering capabilities, we are committed to driving down the cost of internet services and ensuring faster, more reliable access to digital content for businesses and consumers alike.'
Zawya
12-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Revolutionising Cloud Access for Nigerian Business with Local Innovation
At the recent Connect Xperience event, TelCables Nigeria unveiled how Clouds2Africa, a locally hosted cloud solution, is transforming the way businesses in Nigeria access, manage, and expand their digital resources. 'Clouds2Africa is tailored to Nigeria's unique business environment', explained Israel Ogboi, Pre-Sales Engineer at TelCables Nigeria. 'With its scalable infrastructure, robust security protocols and user-friendly interface, our solution rivals – and in some cases surpasses – the more complex international cloud offerings.' Hosted in two Tier III data centres in Lagos, the platform guarantees lower latency, full compliance with local regulations and enhanced reliability. In a live demo, Israel showed how businesses can efficiently scale operations and securely store data while meeting performance expectations. He also highlighted ACloudConnect, a hybrid Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) option that provides secure, dedicated links between on-premises infrastructure and global cloud providers – bypassing the public internet and reducing vulnerability. Despite existing challenges such as policy constraints and talent shortages, Ogboi noted that TelCables is working closely with government and partners to drive skills development and cloud literacy. 'We're debunking myths and breaking barriers. Through events like Connect Xperience and our local Partner Enablement Program, we're enabling ISPs and resellers to adopt revenue-sharing models and deliver future-ready cloud services,' he said. Fernando Fernandes, CEO of TelCables Nigeria, added: 'Backed by Angola Cables' extensive global infrastructure – including an integrated subsea cable network and over 300 cloud onramps – we're positioning Nigeria at the heart of Africa's digital future. Our mission is to empower local businesses with the tools they need to compete globally.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Angola Cables. About Angola Cables: Angola Cables is an internationally established ICT and digital solutions and network services provider. The company specializes in connectivity solutions for the wholesale market and offers tailored digital services and solutions across multiple industries, including Cloud resources for the corporate enterprise sector. Known for its innovation, Angola Cables operates a robust global backbone network, providing access to major IXPs, Tier I operators, and global content providers. With more than 30 PoPs and connections to plus 930 interconnected Data Centres and 6000 peering agreements, traffic over its international network is more than 18 500 Tbps. The company has its own submarine cable network spanning over 33,000 kilometres (WACS, SACS, and MONET) and extends its services to over 50,000 kilometres through partner cables, connecting the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Additionally, the company operates two world-class Data Centres, AngoNAP Fortaleza in Brazil and AngoNAP Luanda in Angola. Angola Cables also manages PIX in Brazil and AngonIX in Angola - one of the leading internet traffic exchange points in Africa that directly connects to over 21 IXPs worldwide. With a significant international presence, Angola Cables is expanding its operations into strategic markets such as Brazil, South Africa, the United States and Nigeria. The company promotes intercontinental interconnection, driving digital and economic development, and ranks among the top 25 internet service providers in the world today. *The Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis (CAIDA) 2023 For more information, visit the website: About TelCables West Africa: TelCables West Africa is powered by the Angola Cables network, a multinational telecommunications company operating in the wholesale market. The company operates connectivity, IT solutions and services as well as international data circuit capacity and IP Transit via submarine cables. As the most connected network operator in Africa, we provide secure, low-latency direct routes from West Africa to the USA and South America and from West Africa to London. With our presence across a few Nigerian IP hubs from Lekki, WACS CLS, Medallion DC, Rack Centre and others, and connections across Africa via the Djoliba network, we can connect your business to the world. For more information, visit the website:
