Airtel Malawi Plc has announced a strategic plan to enhance its network infrastructure by acquiring additional capacity for its international data links and securing more local fiber providers. This initiative comes in response to recent network challenges that have impacted voice and data services, with a focus on improving service reliability for customers across Malawi.
As a landlocked country, Malawi relies on data services from neighboring countries, and Airtel Malawi has faced several challenges. During the festive season, the primary fiber link from Mozambique experienced prolonged downtimes due to security issues, while backup links from Zambia were affected by extended power outages. Locally, persistent fiber link outages caused by vandalism and road construction also contributed to interruptions in service, affecting both voice and data services.
To address these challenges and ensure a seamless experience for customers, Airtel Malawi has added ESCOM as an additional local fiber service provider. This move is aimed at providing extra protection for critical routes within Malawi. Additionally, the company is securing more capacity for its fiber link from Tanzania, further bolstering its international service reliability.
These infrastructure upgrades are scheduled to be completed by the end of January 2025, after which Airtel Malawi will provide a follow-up update on the progress of these enhancements. These efforts are designed to make Airtel Malawi’s network more robust and resilient, mitigating the impact of unforeseen service interruptions.
With multiple international data fiber links already in place, including the primary link from Mozambique and two backup links from Zambia, Airtel Malawi is taking proactive steps to improve its network resilience. The addition of local and international service protection is a key part of their commitment to ensuring consistent and quality services for their customers.
Airtel Malawi’s focus on improving network reliability and addressing service interruptions demonstrates its dedication to delivering superior voice and data experiences for all customers. These strategic enhancements will ensure that Airtel Malawi continues to provide a seamless and dependable service, helping to drive digital inclusion in the region.
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