Liquid Intelligent Technologies has completed the extension of its fibre network in Botswana from Ramatlabama to Ramokgwebana.

This network spans around 730 km and the company stated that this is the first direct connection from northern Botswana via the A1 route, and it brings significant communities such as Francistown, Mahalapye, and Palapye into the fold.

“This fibre extension project is a milestone for Botswana, strengthening the country’s economic hubs and connecting major commercial centres.

“The high-speed connectivity access is set to benefit urban centres and rural communities along the route and further expand our presence in Botswana and the continent through the One Africa Digital Network. It will bring additional multi-terabit capacity and resilience to the region,” said Odirile Tamajobe, managing director of Liquid Botswana.

In addition to improving services for local users, Liquid stated that the fibre expansion project will serve as a country connector, connecting with fibre networks in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Kenya, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sudan to provide a robust, cross-border digital infrastructure.

The Cassava Technologies-owned Liquid added that the fibre extension project reflects its on-going investment in Botswana’s digital infrastructure and its role in supporting Africa’s digital transformation journey.

The company said in statement: “The initiative also empowers local Internet Service Providers to expand their services to retail customers, indirectly benefiting household users across the region and further contributing to regional employment opportunities.”

According to the company, the new fibre network, supported by local contractor companies, is a significant step towards advancing Botswana’s national digital transformation strategy.

“This reinforces the country’s goal of becoming a digitally connected and economically empowered nation,” Liquid said.

“The network delivers critical connectivity for businesses and enterprises in major towns along the route, including significant commercial and retail centres, financial services, and educational and hospitality entities.”