To address this demand, we have had to look for high-capacity radio solutions that will help us deliver affordable, quality broadband to rural and lower density areas.
“The demand for Ilitha’s proposition has now increased beyond the high-density township areas. “What started off as a passion to connect as many people as possible in the townships with affordable broadband has far exceeded Ilitha’s expectations in this short period of time,” said Ilitha CEO Vuyani Jarana. The pilot project component of the study will take place in the Eastern Cape Province and assess solar-powered WiFi technology as a solution for expanding Ilitha’s network infrastructure in townships with unreliable electricity access. USTDA’s study will evaluate the technical options and associated costs for expanding Ilitha’s fixed wireless access networks in South Africa’s townships.
solutions to help bridge the digital divide in South Africa.” “Our new partnership with Ilitha is just one example of how USTDA is working to bring innovative, high-quality U.S. “Throughout our history, USTDA’s program has enabled our partners to navigate the rapidly changing technology landscape and envision possibilities for their digital future,” said Enoh T. Ilitha selected Georgia-based Vernonburg Group LLC to conduct the study. The study will include a pilot of a solar-powered Wi-Fi solution offered by Illinois-based company MeshPlusPlus Inc. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Ilitha Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd (Ilitha) for a feasibility study that will help provide reliable and affordable internet access to more than five million people living in South Africa’s townships.
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