- SEACOM pioneered Africa’s first broadband submarine cable in 2009, driving digital infrastructure across eastern and southern Africa.
- It now offers a broad range of digital services, from cloud and cybersecurity to tailored enterprise connectivity, while managing risks and innovating with satellite partnerships.
SEACOM: Building Africa’s digital backbone
SEACOM is a privately owned pan-African ICT enabler that launched Africa’s first broadband submarine cable system along the eastern and southern coasts in 2009, connecting multiple countries to Europe and Asia. The deployment of this pioneering digital infrastructure has made SEACOM the preferred partner for network carriers and enterprises across 17 countries, supported by over 35,000 km of owned subsea and fibre networks, 38 international Points of Presence and millions of connected businesses. This “digital highway” has enabled reliable, high-speed connectivity essential for economic transformation across Africa.
But SEACOM’s impact extends beyond raw connectivity. Its comprehensive suite of digital services—including cloud, cybersecurity, smart networking, hosting and managed services—empowers businesses, governments and education institutions to operate more securely and efficiently. Its client-centric approach delivers enterprise-grade internet with scalable bandwidth, robust SLAs, VoIP, SD-WAN and wireless last-mile solutions tailored to organisational needs, enhancing digital inclusion and operational resilience.
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SEACOM: Innovation amid challenges
Despite its achievements, SEACOM faces significant challenges in safeguarding its critical subsea infrastructure. Its cables are exposed to risks such as physical damage, piracy, and natural hazards that could disrupt vital connectivity. Yet, as a nimble, privately owned operator, SEACOM can rapidly invest in route diversity, redundancy and risk resilience measures to safeguard Africa’s digital lifelines. Furthermore, as cyber threats escalate across the continent—from malware and DDoS attacks to vulnerabilities in IoT devices—SEACOM’s digital services play a central role in protecting customers in this evolving threat landscape.
Innovation continues to drive SEACOM forward. In 2025 it partnered with Q-Kon to enhance low-earth-orbit satellite connectivity in South Africa, extending reach into remote and underserved areas. This complements its existing terrestrial and subsea networks and reflects a strategic push to blend satellite and fibre solutions for inclusive coverage and resilience. Through these efforts, SEACOM strengthens its role as a holistic ICT provider—supporting digital transformation across Africa’s markets, empowering clients with both robust infrastructure and advanced digital services.
