The Current

Repairing Africa’s underwater link to the internet

03.20.2024 - By CBCPlay

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Millions in parts of West and Central Africa have limited or no internet access after the underwater cable connecting the region was damaged earlier this month. We hear how those cables are repaired and the fascinating social history of the digital world.

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