Cabo Verde Telecom Domestic Submarine Cable Phase 2

Overview

Cabo Verde Telecom Domestic Submarine Cable Phase 2 is a submarine cable system operating within Cape Verde. The total length of the cable is unknown.

Route and Landings

• Porto Novo, Cape Verde
• Sao Pedro, Cape Verde
• Tarrafal de Santiago, Cape Verde

Ownership and Operators

The cable is owned by Cabo Verde Telecom (CVT).

Status and Timeline

The cable was ready for service in 2002. The current status of the cable is unknown.

Strategic Context

This submarine cable connects various locations within Cape Verde, contributing to the country's telecommunications infrastructure and internet connectivity. The cable supports dedicated fiber capacity between Porto Novo, Sao Pedro, and Tarrafal de Santiago, facilitating enterprise connectivity and other communication needs in the region.

CVT operates across the archipelago, serving both residential and business customers with voice, data, and mobile services. The corridor served by this submarine cable is primarily intra-Cape Verdean, connecting key urban centers such as Porto Novo, Sao Pedro, and Tarrafal de Santiago. The cable supports dedicated fiber capacity between these points, facilitating enterprise connectivity and other communication needs in the region. Cape Verde, a group of islands located off the western coast of Africa, has been increasingly focusing on improving its telecommunications infrastructure to support economic development and integration with the global market. By providing a dedicated fiber link between key locations, the cable supports the growth of digital economies and improves overall quality of life in Cape Verde.