CAMTEL's contributions to Cameroon's digital transformation showcased at SAGO 2024

The Government Action Fair (SAGO) 2024, held in Yaoundé, featured a conference dedicated to CAMTEL, Cameroon's national telecommunications operator. The event highlighted CAMTEL's significant contributions to the country's digital transformation, improving the lives of citizens and public services.

CAMTEL's infrastructure heritage includes four submarine cables, 12,800 km of optical fiber, a Tier 3 certified data center, and a robust network of fiber optic, 2G, 3G, and 4G mobile networks. This infrastructure has facilitated digitized services, including online tax declarations and customs operations, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Service and Administrative Reform.

The company's efforts in security are notable, with the deployment of public video surveillance in major cities, comprising 3,000 cameras. Additionally, CAMTEL has contributed to the creation of digital development centers in state universities, enabling e-education.

According to CAMTEL's Director General, Judith Yah Sunday, the company has played a crucial role in Cameroon's telecommunications development over the past 25 years. Looking ahead, CAMTEL plans to digitalize Decentralized Territorial Authorities, promote e-agriculture, and reposition community telecenters.

As a partner of choice for connectivity in Central and West Africa, CAMTEL's extensive network and access to international submarine cables position it as a key player in the region's digital transformation.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye