Staff Writer
Paratus Group has completed its expansion into East Africa.
The move is part of the company’s plan to connect businesses and communities across sub-Equatorial Africa with reliable digital infrastructure.
Paratus Kenya has been operational since November 2024 as a licensed internet service provider and authorised Starlink reseller.
Rwanda and Uganda have also launched as ISPs, with Rwanda offering Starlink services. In 2025, Tanzania joined the network, delivering ISP services to enterprise and wholesale customers nationwide. The company now supports sectors including retail, transport and logistics, education, health, and tourism across all four countries.
The expansion is underpinned by the Paratus East–West fiber route, which runs from Maputo to Swakopmund. The route connects to the Equiano subsea cable, ensuring low-latency, high-capacity redundancy between Africa and Europe.
East Africa contributes around 18% of Africa’s total GDP, but Euromonitor forecasts this will rise to 29% by 2040, driven by services, infrastructure, investment, and regional integration.
With more than 200 million people and a combined GDP of over US$200 billion, the region is expected to emerge as a major market. Growth is expected across agriculture, mining, manufacturing, energy, ICT, healthcare, and infrastructure, with a large youth population fuelling demand for modern services.
From Kenya’s fintech sector and Tanzania’s industrial corridor to Rwanda’s digital transformation, Paratus is positioning itself to provide secure, high-performance connectivity, advanced data services, and cloud solutions.
“We now hold operational licences in key East African markets,” said Martin Cox, chief commercial officer at Paratus Group.
“Our network and infrastructure enable enterprise and wholesale customers to access reliable, cross-border connectivity within the region and beyond, supporting their digital operations and growth. Through its suite of solutions, including dedicated internet access, cloud services, managed networks, and cybersecurity, Paratus provides the digital foundation on which East Africa’s economy can grow.”
The expansion strengthens Paratus Group’s reputation as a quality network built for the demands of a digital-first continent and supports its mission to connect as many people in sub-Equatorial Africa as possible.
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The Paratus Group has expanded its wings to East Africa.
- Photo: Paratus
