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The first of these, the SEACOM cable, eastern Africa's first modern submarine cable, was completed in July.
ECONOMIST: Finishing the job
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The country proudly boasts three separate cables - Seacom, Teams and Eassy - that connect it to the rest of the world.
BBC: Is Kenya sabotaging its broadband future?
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When the first cable landed, Brian Herlihy, the CEO of Seacom said its arrival marked "the dawn of a new era for communications".
BBC: Is Kenya sabotaging its broadband future?
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At the time, cable operator Seacom said several lines connecting Europe with Africa, the Middle East and Asia were hit, also slowing down internet services, reported Reuters news agency.
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"Turning the switch 'on' creates a huge anticipation but ultimately, Seacom will be judged on the changes that take place on the continent over the coming year, " he said.
BBC: Is Kenya sabotaging its broadband future?