Djibouti Telecom has unveiled plans to extend its Djibouti Africa Regional Express 1 (DARE1) subsea cable system further along Africa’s east coast, aiming to strengthen regional and international digital connectivity.
Currently, DARE1 links Djibouti with Somalia and Kenya, providing high-capacity, low-latency, and resilient connectivity that supports cloud, content delivery, and digital services.
The planned extension will add new landing points in Tanzania, Mozambique, Madagascar, and South Africa, broadening the system’s reach from East to Southern Africa. All additional segments will connect through the existing Mombasa (Nyali) trunk station, ensuring seamless integration between current and new routes. The proposed route will span approximately 3,200 to 3,500 kilometers between Mombasa and Durban.
According to Djibouti Telecom, the project is scheduled to begin in 2026, with a target ready-for-service date set for 2028. This development is designed to enhance route diversity, improve network resilience, and provide alternative paths for carriers, enterprises, and cloud providers, reducing reliance on existing single-route systems.
The DARE1 extension will play a critical role in supporting the region’s growing digital economy by delivering scalable international bandwidth and complementing other subsea infrastructure. With increasing demand for reliable, high-speed internet across Africa, the expansion will help unlock opportunities for cloud adoption, digital innovation, and cross-border business growth.
By adding strategic landings and improving connectivity to global hubs, Djibouti Telecom reinforces its position as a key enabler of Africa’s digital transformation. The company’s continued investment in subsea infrastructure reflects its commitment to bridging connectivity gaps, boosting regional integration, and creating a more resilient communications network for the continent.
