Johannesburg, South Africa – AFR-IX Telecom, a leading provider of international connectivity and data infrastructure solutions, is pleased to announce a strategic agreement with Konekt SP, the largest Tarana AirFibre and Bespoke Connectivity Solutions Service Provider in South Africa, aimed at enhancing high-performance connectivity services across the region.
Through this agreement, AFR-IX Telecom will support Konekt’s rapid network expansion by delivering robust, scalable, and reliable international connectivity solutions. The collaboration will enable Konekt to further strengthen its high-capacity wireless broadband offerings, powered by Tarana’s next-generation AirFibre technology, to serve enterprises, ISPs, and underserved communities across South Africa.
“This partnership represents an important milestone in our commitment to strengthening wholesale infrastructure for ISP’s across Southern Africa. By combining AFR-IX Telecom’s international connectivity expertise with Konekt’s innovative wireless access network, we are enabling faster, more reliable, and more accessible wireless services throughout the country” said Craig Young, Country Manager Southern Africa of AFR-IX Telecom South Africa.
Konekt has established itself as South Africa’s leading Tarana AirFibre Service Provider, delivering carrier-grade wireless solutions that bridge the gap between fiber and last-mile access. Partnering with AFR-IX Telecom will allow Konekt to reinforce its backhaul and international reach, ensuring consistent performance and scalability for its customers.
Konekt brings a unique value proposition to the partnership through its extensive national tower footprint, comprising more than 5,500 strategically positioned high sites across South Africa. This infrastructure enables AFR-IX Telecom to extend high-performance connectivity into hard-to-reach and previously underserved areas, where traditional fibre deployments are not feasible. By leveraging Konekt’s wide-reaching wireless access network, the partnership unlocks new opportunities to deliver reliable, carrier-grade services in regions where few providers are able to operate at scale.
“Our partnership with AFR-IX enables the growth and reliability to deliver last-mile and carrier services where it is really needed“, said Jan Keyser, Chief Executive of Konekt SP.
This partnership reflects AFR-IX Telecom’s ongoing strategy to collaborate with key regional players and invest in innovative technologies that drive digital inclusion, economic development, and network resilience throughout Africa.
