Construction of the 957 km high-capacity optic fiber cable (OFC) to interconnect Eldoret (Kenya) to Juba (South Sudan) through the Nadapal border town. Limited progress with Kenyan segment completed but South Sudan segment faces challenges.
Description
Construction of the 957 km high-capacity optic fiber cable (OFC) to interconnect Eldoret (Kenya) to Juba (South Sudan) through the Nadapal border town. Limited progress with Kenyan segment completed but South Sudan segment faces challenges.
Capex Cost
4,500.00USD million
Preparation Cost
0.00
Operation Cost
0.00
Revenue Model
Infrastructure access and service fees
Project Risk
Significant cross-border coordination challenges, Security concerns in South Sudan, Regulatory alignment requirements
Countries
Kenya, South Sudan, Kenya, South Sudan, Kenya, South Sudan
Stakeholders
East African Community
Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
East African Community
Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
East African Community
Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD)