Oni-Tel Fibre Networks, a leading provider of fibre optic infrastructure in South Africa, has announced the launch of its new Inter-Data Centre Fibre Network, marking a significant advancement in the country’s digital connectivity landscape.
The network’s first point of presence is established at Digital Parks Africa (DPA), connecting major data centres across Gauteng via a high-speed, low-latency fibre backbone. This development aims to significantly improve enterprise and cloud infrastructure performance by enabling seamless interconnectivity and scalable digital operations throughout the region.
Positioning itself as a pioneer in the industry, Oni-Tel has introduced innovative infrastructure access models specifically designed for data centre interconnectivity (DCI) and external connections such as Carrier Points of Presence, Carrier Hotels, and Campus Cross-Connects. The company’s purpose-built infrastructure is set to disrupt traditional market approaches, offering next-generation technology that facilitates easier scaling and more efficient interconnections for businesses.
Oni-Tel’s management team emphasised their commitment to building resilient, future-proof infrastructure supported by intelligent monitoring systems. To date, they have deployed over 70 kilometres of high-speed fibre, with the network engineered to meet the rising demand for stability, scalability, and speed in digital operations. The infrastructure is pre-provisioned to support time-sensitive services, ensuring clients benefit from seamless transitions and reliable performance.
The network stands out for its simplicity and dependability, providing a modern, clean system free from legacy constraints. Advanced sensing and proactive monitoring technologies are integrated to identify and prevent potential issues before they impact service. These features, combined with cost-effective and value-driven solutions, position Oni-Tel as a compelling alternative to traditional backhaul providers.
Led by a team of experienced professionals from the telecommunications and infrastructure sectors, Oni-Tel is driven by a shared vision of innovation and long-term growth. Their collective expertise underpins the company’s goal of delivering high-performance connectivity solutions tailored to the evolving needs of contemporary enterprises.
The launch event held at DPA’s Midrand headquarters featured praise from DPA Head of Business Development, Eckart Zollner, who highlighted the strong partnership and shared commitment to innovation. With customers already connected to the new data centre network, the event celebrated technological progress and underscored the importance of collaboration in advancing Africa’s digital transformation. Through this strategic partnership, Oni-Tel and DPA aim to accelerate the adoption of resilient, flexible, and future-ready connectivity solutions across the continent.
