Lake Albert 1

Overview

Lake Albert 1 is a regional submarine cable with a total length of 51 km. It was ready for service in 2019 and is operated by Bandwidth and Cloud Services (BCS).

Route and Landings

• Congo: Tchoima, Congo, Dem. Rep.
• Uganda: Nkusi, Uganda, Uganda

Ownership and Operators

The cable is owned by Bandwidth and Cloud Services (BCS).

Status and Timeline

Lake Albert 1 was ready for service in 2019. The status of the cable is unknown.

Strategic Context

This submarine cable connects Uganda and Congo, Democratic Republic of the (Congo, Dem. Rep.). It provides a direct fiber-optic path between these two countries, contributing to regional connectivity and redundancy in the network infrastructure. The Democratic Republic of Congo is a significant economic hub in Central Africa, with a diverse economy that includes mining, agriculture, and services. Uganda, on the other hand, has been experiencing rapid economic growth due to its strong agricultural sector and expanding manufacturing base. The direct submarine cable link between these two countries enhances their ability to exchange data and support mutual business operations, fostering greater integration within the region.