20-05-2025
Nokia, Reflex Expand Broadband Reach in South Africa
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Nokia has announced a new collaboration with Reflex to improve broadband access and quality across South Africa. The deployment aims to deliver faster and more reliable connectivity through a wider network of Internet Service Providers (ISPs).
Reflex is expanding its network to accommodate more subscribers while lowering operational costs. The company is also reducing energy usage and space requirements. This development is part of a broader strategy to modernize and scale Reflex's infrastructure.
Nokia revealed that Reflex will deploy its advanced Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) solution. This upgrade uses the Nokia 7750 Service Router (SR-1) platform, enabling faster ISP onboarding and a better broadband experience for users across the country.
According to the announcement, Reflex's network will now benefit from: More efficient use of space and power
Future-ready infrastructure for continued expansion
South Africa is experiencing rising demand for high-speed broadband, especially due to increasing digital adoption in both urban and rural areas. However, many regions remain underserved.
Nokia reported that replacing Reflex's legacy BNGs with its scalable solution will help bridge the digital divide. The upgrade will empower ISPs to extend services to more communities nationwide.
The company emphasized the role of scalable and sustainable networks in supporting South Africa's evolving connectivity needs.
Toni Pellegrino, Managing Director for South Africa and Head of Network Infrastructure for Southern and Eastern Africa at Nokia, stated that neutral host models are key to solving connectivity challenges.
He said that Reflex can now onboard multiple ISPs and subscribers with less equipment, reduced energy use, and lower upfront investment. This shift supports a more inclusive and sustainable digital future.
Charles Castle, Commercial & Sales Executive at Reflex Carrier Solutions, highlighted the company's commitment to a carrier-grade Tier 1 network.
He added that Reflex, as a value-added Nokia reseller, trusts Nokia's technology enough to deploy it in its own core network.
Castle explained that by integrating Nokia's 7750 SR-1 and Carrier-Grade NAT, Reflex adds capacity and intelligence while cutting complexity, space, and power needs.
He stated the result is a secure, scalable platform with high-speed performance and consistent uptime. ISPs using Reflex's VISP offering can now launch new services within days instead of months.
Reflex's deployment of Nokia's technology is set to optimize operations and expand broadband reach across South Africa. The move supports a more inclusive digital economy and strengthens connectivity nationwide.
