Extension of National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) to Mozambique
By Anonymous (not verified), 15 March 2026
PIDA Code
I.02.20.08
Project Status
Active
Project Stage
Transaction Support & Financial Close
Completion Percentage
0
Sector Name
ICT
Subsector Name
Fibre Optic Cable
On SDM
Off
Summary
Extension of Tanzania National ICT Broadband Backbone to connect with Mozambique, enabling access to submarine cables landed in both countries and creating resilience in international connectivity. Tanzania has approved tender document with steady progress.
Additionally, this project extends Tanzania's National ICT Backbone (NICTBB) across Lake Tanganyika to Kalemie, DRC. It enhances EAC and ECCAS digital infrastructure integration and facilitates direct fiber-optic communication between the tw
Description
Extension of Tanzania National ICT Broadband Backbone to connect with Mozambique, enabling access to submarine cables landed in both countries and creating resilience in international connectivity. Tanzania has approved tender document with steady progress.
Additionally, this project extends Tanzania's National ICT Backbone (NICTBB) across Lake Tanganyika to Kalemie, DRC. It enhances EAC and ECCAS digital infrastructure integration and facilitates direct fiber-optic communication between the two countries. It is aligned with Agenda 2063 goals for digital corridors and resilient regional connectivity.
Capex Cost
4.00USD million
Revenue Model
Infrastructure access fees and connectivity services