The Pakistani government has launched the 2Africa Cable Project to address challenges in internet provision. The project, which spans 45,000 kilometers of undersea cables, will connect 46 landing stations across 33 countries. The cable’s landing point in Pakistan will be at Hawks Bay, Kemari Town, Karachi, with Transworld Associates as the local operator.
Pakistan’s telecom sector has seen impressive growth, with a 17% increase in telecom revenue from fiscal year 2022 to 2023. The sector’s revenue for fiscal year 2023-2024 reached 955 billion rupees, and its contribution to the country’s economy is projected to hit 335 billion rupees in 2024.
In addition, Pakistan improved its global ranking, moving from 79th to 40th in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index. The country also saw a 14% increase in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) ICT Development Index for 2024, alongside a 29% growth in mobile phone users, further boosting digital connectivity.
Furthermore, Pakistan has become one of 37 countries to establish a Webtrust-Audited National Public Infrastructure, enhancing its position in global digital infrastructure development.
