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Ozone Group Launches Telecommunications Initiative in Benghazi

Ozone Group Launches Telecommunications Initiative in Benghazi

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ThreatCluster •October 19, 2026 at 19:51 UTC
  • •Ozone Group aims to develop Libya's telecommunications infrastructure.
  • •The Medusa submarine cable will connect Libya to international networks.
  • •A pilot 5G network is expected by the end of 2026.

Ozone Communications Group was inaugurated in Benghazi on October 18, 2026, aiming to enhance Libya's digital infrastructure. The event was attended by key Libyan officials and marked the arrival of the Medusa submarine cable, which connects Libya to international networks. Ozone Group plans to build a 16,000-kilometer fiber-optic network and establish a Tier III data center, with a pilot 5G network expected by the end of 2026. Chairman Faisal Gergab stated that the project aims to connect Libya with neighboring landlocked countries, enhancing internet access and economic opportunities. The initiative is supported by major private banks and aims to diversify Libya's economy beyond oil. The municipal council chairman praised the cable's potential to strengthen communications across the region.

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2026-10-18
Ozone Group inaugurated in Benghazi
Ozone Communications Group launched to enhance Libya's digital infrastructure, coinciding with the arrival of the Medusa submarine cable.
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2026-10-18
Medusa submarine cable arrives
The Medusa cable is designed to link Libya to international telecommunications networks across the Mediterranean.
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What is the purpose of the Ozone Group?
The Ozone Group aims to enhance Libya's digital infrastructure and provide competitive telecommunications services.
When will the 5G network be operational?
A pilot 5G network is expected to be launched by the end of 2026.
How will the Medusa cable benefit Libya?
The Medusa cable will connect Libya to international networks, improving internet access and economic opportunities.