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WaveX Partners with Quad9 to Strengthen Kenya’s Internet Security and Resilience

WaveX, a leading ICT infrastructure provider in Africa, has joined forces with global DNS security leader Quad9 to bolster Internet resilience, speed, and safety across Kenya. As the official infrastructure sponsor for Quad9 in the region, WaveX is now hosting DNS nodes in Nairobi and Mombasa, bringing critical cybersecurity infrastructure closer to home.

“We believe DNS isn’t just about connectivity — it’s about trust and protection,” said Cyrus Mbitao, CTO at WaveX. “Our partnership with Quad9 empowers Kenya with locally hosted infrastructure that supports a secure and sovereign digital future.”

This collaboration delivers immediate benefits to Internet users and service providers throughout Kenya, including:

  • Faster and more reliable DNS resolution thanks to Quad9’s global anycast network

  • Stronger local network redundancy, enhancing uptime and Internet resilience

  • Greater data sovereignty by reducing dependence on external DNS traffic

Quad9 distinguishes itself by providing robust protection against malware, phishing, and other online threats—without collecting or monetizing user data. Its DNS service blocks access to known malicious domains in real-time, acting as a critical first line of defense for Internet users.

"At Quad9, our mission is to provide secure and private DNS services to users worldwide,” says Simon Forster, General Manager of Quad9. “Partnering with WaveX to host our DNS nodes in Nairobi and Mombasa marks a significant step in enhancing Internet resilience and privacy in Kenya. This collaboration ensures that users benefit from faster, more reliable DNS responses while maintaining the highest standards of data protection and privacy."

WaveX has now deployed Quad9 DNS across all Kenyan Internet Exchange Points (IXPs), including KIXP, LINX and ASTEROID, ensuring maximum reach and performance nationwide.

This effort aligns with WaveX’s broader mission to support open, secure, and community-powered Internet infrastructure throughout Africa.

About Quad9
Quad9 is a nonprofit foundation based in Switzerland that provides free cybersecurity services to the emerging world via secure and private DNS lookup. Quad9 operates more than 245 locations across more than 115 nations, blocking hundreds of millions of malware, phishing, and spyware events daily for an estimated 100+ million end users. Quad9 reduces harm in vulnerable regions, increases privacy globally against criminal or institutionalised interception of Internet data, and improves performance in under-served areas.

About WaveX

WaveX ISP Ltd is a Kenyan-based internet service provider focused on expanding access to dependable connectivity across residential and commercial environments. Known for its forward-thinking approach, the company continues to invest in modern infrastructure and scalable systems to support the country’s growing digital demands. WaveX continues to strengthen its operational footprint in Kenya in line with national efforts to foster technological inclusion and expand broadband infrastructure.

Learn more about WaveX: www.wavex.co.ke

Media Contact:

Ronjini Joshua
ST for Quad9
Quad9@thesilvertelegram.com
(949) 295-9779