Minister of ICT, Nizar Ben Neji, Launches Edunet10 Project to Connect 3,307 Schools to Fiber Optic Network
The Edunet10 project, launched by the Minister of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Nizar Ben Neji, aims to connect 3,307 schools to the fiber optic network, benefiting over 1.5 million students, with a total cost of over 132 million dinars. This project aligns with the country's digital strategy 2025, which places digitalization at the heart of development.
"The mastery of digital tools is necessary in our era," declared Minister Nizar Ben Neji.
Phase 1: Deploying 5,000 km of Fiber Optic Cables
The first phase of the project will deploy nearly 5,000 km of additional fiber optic cables to connect schools to the network. In the second phase, these schools will be connected to nearby public services, as indicated by Minister Nizar Ben Neji.
Enhancing Education through Technology
This project will enable significant advancements in the education system and methods, better integrating technological tools. For example, it will:
- Develop telecommunications infrastructure by expanding the high-speed fiber optic network by approximately 10%
- Improve internet service quality
By connecting schools to the fiber optic network, the Edunet10 project will pave the way for a more digitalized and efficient education system, aligning with the country's digital strategy 2025.