SEACOM, a leading African connectivity and cloud services provider, has agreed with Forefront, a cybersecurity managed services company, and Cloudflare, Inc. , to strengthen cybersecurity resilience across the continent.
The synergy will deliver Cloudflare’s state-of-the-art security solutions to businesses in Africa, enabling them to modernize their infrastructure while safeguarding against cyber threats.
“This partnership marks an exciting new addition to our product portfolio by providing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to our clients,” said Sajid Khan, SEACOM’s Group Managing Director for Digital Services. “By collaborating with Cloudflare, a respected name in the industry, SEACOM is committed to ensuring our clients have access to the best security tools available.”
Graham Turnbull, Account Executive at Cloudflare, highlighted the collaboration’s impact, stating, “Cloudflare is proud to partner with SEACOM to enhance connectivity, performance, and cybersecurity across Africa. SEACOM’s extensive network infrastructure provides a strong foundation for delivering Cloudflare’s solutions, including advanced security and zero-trust services, through the Managed Services Programme. Together, we’re empowering African businesses with world-class internet and security services.”
Cloudflare, renowned for its mission to create a better internet, offers a unified platform of cloud-native products and developer tools designed to optimize security, performance, and operational efficiency. Its connectivity cloud services are deployed across 330+ global points of presence (PoPs), including over 40 in Africa, with strategic locations in Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg. These PoPs enable African businesses to achieve seamless security without compromising performance.
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Through this partnership, SEACOM clients will gain access to a comprehensive suite of Cloudflare tools, provided as managed services. These include optimizations, integrations, health checks, and local support from certified teams. Ilyas Esmail, CEO of Forefront, emphasized the commitment to excellence, saying, “We are dedicated to providing best-in-class Cloudflare services and local support, working alongside SEACOM, a leader in the region for enterprise connectivity.”
This collaboration represents a significant milestone in equipping African businesses with robust cybersecurity solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the region. With more innovative services on the horizon, the partnership is set to empower enterprises across the continent to thrive securely in an increasingly complex cyber landscape.
