Active and Proposed Cable Systems
As of 2011, South Africa is served by four submarine communication cables. The WACS cable system is expected to enter commercial use in the first quarter of 2012. Another two cables, SAex and ACE, have been proposed. The SAex cable system is expected to provide the shortest route possible to the Americas, if constructed.
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