iWay Africa will deploy Telrad Networks’ dual-mode solutions to evolve its network from fixed WiMAX to TD-LTE.Working with Telrad, iWayAfrica will bring enhanced connectivity to its growing base of business subscribers in Nairobi, with aggressive plans to expand into its remaining sub-Saharan coverage area.
Since 2008, iWayAfrica has offered a variety of broadband services (VPN and Internet) on its WiMAX network to a primarily corporate customer base, including small, medium and large businesses.
Leveraging Telrad’s turnkey suite of 4G solutions, iWayAfrica will be able to enhance its existing Internet service offerings, enabling significantly increased capacity and coverage.
Telrad’s BreezeCOMPACT 1000 base stations, combined with dual mode CPEs, will help set a path for iWayAfrica to smoothly evolve their network from fixed WiMAX to TD-LTE. Telrad’s unique software defined radio (SDR) enables a seamless, software-only migration from WiMAX to LTE.
“We’re very excited to bring Telrad’s advanced technology to our region,” says Ken Munyi, MD of iWayAfrica Kenya. “Telrad has helped us with a master plan to upgrade our system in a way that leverages our current network, while taking strategic steps toward LTE. Our upgraded network offers scalability that will help us increase customer satisfaction, expand our customer base and maximize our return on investment.”
“Telrad solutions will complement iWayAfrica’s portfolio by bringing scalability and reliability, allowing them to satisfy their growing customer demand,” says Ran Bukshpan, CEO of Telrad.
With vast experience in the telecommunications market, iWayAfrica is recognised as a leading wireless operator in Africa and will be a key partner to Telrad Networks in proliferating high-quality connectivity in communities that currently lack it.”