Tanzania's ICT Authority partnered with Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation Limited to connect the National ICT Broadband Backbone with submarine cable systems. The project represents a significant step forward for East African digital infrastructure development. Officials expect the connection will enhance internet reliability while reducing delays and improving data transmission between countries. The merged network links domestic broadband systems with international underwater cables to provide more reliable and affordable internet services. This foundation supports regional commerce, technological advancement, and economic growth throughout East Africa's connected nations.