The Republic of Guinea has signed a Construction and Maintenance Agreement (C&MA) with the MEDUSA Submarine Cable System to support the landing of the MEDUSA AFRICA submarine cable in Conakry. Officials held the signing ceremony at the Hôtel Riviera Royal, marking a major step in expanding the country’s digital infrastructure.
Key Stakeholders and Project Leadership
Senior government officials, including Prime Minister Amadou Oury BAH and Minister Mourana SOUMAH, attended the ceremony alongside industry stakeholders.
GUILAB SA CEO Ahmed Karifa DIAWARA and MEDUSA COO Damien BERTRAND formalized the agreement, enabling marine surveys and project implementation.
Infrastructure Management and Long-Term Strategy
GUILAB SA will manage, operate, and maintain the infrastructure in Guinea for 25 years. This long-term commitment ensures operational stability and supports the country’s digital growth strategy.
Strengthening Guinea’s Connectivity
The MEDUSA cable will serve as Guinea’s second submarine cable, following the ACE system. This addition will:
- Diversify international connectivity routes
- Reduce reliance on a single network
- Improve internet stability and performance
These improvements will benefit businesses, institutions, and consumers across the country.
MEDUSA Network Expansion Across Regions
The MEDUSA system, backed by AFR-IX Telecom, connects Southern Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and West Africa. The network delivers:
- High-capacity data transmission
- Lower latency connections
- Enhanced network redundancy
This expansion supports rising demand for digital services across the region.
Supporting Guinea’s Digital Vision
The agreement aligns with Guinea’s Simandou 2040 vision, led by President Mamadi
