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    Onatel’s role for telecommunications and education in Burundi

    By Rae LiAugust 7, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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    • Onatel plays a key role in Burundi’s telecommunications industry, contributing to the country’s digital transformation and information technology development through professional training and network installation.
    • Onatel, in cooperation with the International telecommunication union (ITU), successfully organises training for local experts and assists in the installation of a broadband wireless network to upgrade Burundi’s network infrastructure.
    • By providing advanced network services and training, Onatel enhances Burundi’s communication capacity and nurtures local talents, laying a solid foundation for Burundi’s future development.

    Onatel has played a key role in Burundi’s telecommunications sector by successfully organising professional training and the installation of a broadband wireless network in partnership with the ITU, which has significantly upgraded the country’s communications infrastructure and digitisation capacity, while at the same time nurturing local technical talent and laying a solid foundation for the country’s digital transformation and future development. 

    Onatel drives the country’s digital transformation

    In Burundi, Onatel successfully organises professional training and installation of a broadband wireless network through a partnership with ITU. This training not only upgrades the technical skills of local experts, but also contributes to the digital transformation and IT development in Burundi. Onatel’s professional training covers various modules such as preparation, installation and configuration of network equipment, as well as configuration and operation of the network management system, which resulted in 13 local engineers receiving certificates and assisting in the completion of the network installation.

    Onatel’s network installation and commissioning work are successfully executed in Bujumbura Mairie, including the installation, commissioning and implementation of RF equipment, as well as network design and coverage implementation. The coverage of the network includes three sites in the capital city of Bujumbura and sites in several other cities across the country. The network is now operational, providing 212 PCs and other related LAN equipment to schools and hospitals, significantly enhancing Burundi’s communications capacity and service levels in key areas such as education and healthcare. 

    About Onatel 

    Onatel stands, as a leading telecommunications provider in Burundi, dedicates to offering comprehensive communication services encompassing voice, data, and mobile internet solutions. As a frontrunner in Burundi’s telecom sector, Onatel plays a pivotal role in the nation’s digital transformation and economic growth through continuous technological innovation and network expansion. The company operates a training center in Bujumbura and collaborates with ITU to offer professional training to local experts, enhancing their technical skills and aiding in the installation of broadband wireless networks. 

    With a broad network coverage extending across Bujumbura and other major cities in Burundi, Onatel provides robust communication support to sectors such as education, healthcare, and commerce. Through these initiatives, Onatel not only strengthens Burundi’s communication capabilities but also lays a solid foundation for the country’s digital future and development.

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    Rae Li

    Rae Li is an intern reporter at BTW Media covering IT infrastructure and Internet governance. She graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle. Send tips to rae.li@btw.media.

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