About RCS

Proud of our long history in South Sudan

About RCS

Proud of our long history
in South Sudan

RCS | Making communication happen

Improving lives through connectivity

RCS-Communication is a professional ICT (Information Communication Technology) company for businesses and organisations looking for a Service Provider that understands the terrain, accepts responsibility for performance and offers strong technical support.

It’s our mission to build a sustainable business that operates in a principled manner to the benefit of all stakeholders while setting a standard in the ICT industry in South Sudan. Our vision is to assist our clients in increasing their efficiency by understanding their unique needs and matching it to the best performance versus cost solution, backed up by timely high level support.

We value integrity, teamwork, respect, courage and service – IT’s RCS.

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Founded 1996

RCS was founded in 1996 in the garage of a residential home in Nakasero, Uganda.  Initially, the focus was on radio communication, hence the name (Radio Communication Services).

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INCORPORATED 2006

RCS was one of the 1st businesses to register in South Sudan after the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in 2005, when it was incorporated on 4 August 2006 as a Private Limited Company with European, South African and South Sudanese shareholders.  The business is registered as an Internet Service Provider (ISP) with a focus on high quality internet and related services to the Enterprise market.

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2008

Obtained approval from the Ministry of Telecommunication and Postal Services to operate a WiMAX network and was assigned licensed spectrum.

2009

Established one of the 1st WiMAX networks in Juba while continuing to expand VSAT services across the country.

Established an “In-Service” training program to develop young South Sudanese as Technicians.

2011

Deployed and supported the internet connectivity in the state capitals and 96 counties across South Sudan for the historic referendum process.

2012

Appointed as the 1st National Service Partner in South Sudan for the YahClick broadband VSAT service. Later that year YahSat won the Innovative Product of the Year for Africa award for YahClick broadband at SatCom.

2013

Migrated our WiMAX network to the latest generation WiMAX technology to improve coverage and service delivery as well as accommodate future growth.

2014

Installed and commissioned the 1st O3b Networks IP Trunk solution in South Sudan (2nd deployment in Africa and the 6th in the World). Integrated O3b with RCS’ wireless networks on 1st October 2014 to offer a fibre like user experience by reducing response times four-fold.

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2016

In October RCS became the 1st ISP in the World to commission and integrate O3b diversity with their network architecture, resulting in superior network uptime.

2019

Acquisition of Castor Networks S.S. Ltd and integration of its business activities into RCS South Sudan.

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2020

Fibre launched. In March 2020 we added multiple fibre connectivity choices with the latest SD-WAN technology to enhance our offering in Juba.

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2022

Commissioned a 2nd geographically diverse datacentre with core network duplication to further increase service uptime.

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FOUNDED 1996

RCS was founded in 1996 in the garage of a residential home in Nakasero, Uganda. Initially, the focus was on radio communication, hence the name (Radio Communication Services).

INCORPORATED 2006

RCS was one of the 1st businesses to register in South Sudan after the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in 2005, when it was incorporated on 4 August 2006 as a Private Limited Company with European, South African and South Sudanese shareholders. The business is registered as an Internet Service Provider (ISP) with a focus on high quality internet and related services to the Enterprise market.

2008

Obtained approval from the Ministry of Telecommunication and Postal Services to operate a WiMAX network and was assigned licensed spectrum.

2009

Established one of the 1st WiMAX networks in Juba while continuing to expand VSAT services across the country.

Established an “In-Service” training program to develop young South Sudanese as Technicians.

2011

Deployed and supported the internet connectivity in the state capitals and 96 counties across South Sudan for the historic referendum process.

2012

Appointed as the 1st National Service Partner in South Sudan for the YahClick broadband VSAT service. Later that year YahSat won the Innovative Product of the Year for Africa award for YahClick broadband at SatCom.

2013

Migrated our WiMAX network to the latest generation WiMAX technology to improve coverage and service delivery as well as accommodate future growth.

2014

Installed and commissioned the 1st O3b Networks IP Trunk solution in South Sudan (2nd deployment in Africa and the 6th in the World). Integrated O3b with RCS’ wireless networks on 1st October 2014 to offer a fibre like user experience by reducing response times four-fold.

2016

In October RCS became the 1st ISP in the World to commission and integrate O3b diversity with their network architecture, resulting in superior network uptime.

2019

Acquisition of Castor Networks S.S. Ltd and integration of its business activities into RCS South Sudan.

2020

Fibre launched. In March 2020 we added multiple fibre connectivity choices with the latest SD-WAN technology to enhance our offering in Juba.

2022

Commissioned a 2nd geographically diverse datacentre with core network duplication to further increase service uptime.

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About Us

Our uniqueness can be attributed to our approach to business, involving:

  • Strategically placed suppliers and service partners.
  • Continuous evaluation of new products and services, selecting the best on offer, which enables us to have a diverse range of high performance products and services for our clients to chose from.
  • Even if the relationship with our suppliers are close and long lasting, we are not ‘married’ to any of them and remain free to offer our clients the best fitting solution. We never need to push one particular product or service.
  • Taking our clients through a needs analysis assessment, in order to understand their requirements and present them with the best matching solutions.
  • In country experience and presence.
  • Investment in people, which we believe is one of our most important assets. Our team consists of diverse nationalities with a growing number of South Sudanese.
  • Sticking to our commitments and taking responsibility for performance.
  • Investment in people, which we believe is one of our most important assets.
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Clients

Our wide range of customers include:

  • NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations)
  • Funds and Development Agencies
  • Embassies and Consulates
  • Government of South Sudan
  • UN and Related Agencies
  • Faith Based Organisations

Businesses, including the below sectors:

  • Hotels and other Hospitality
  • Banking and Insurance
  • Professional Services
  • Telecommunication
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction
  • Oil and Gas
  • Security
  • Media

What Clients Say About Us

The Embassy has contracted RCS since 2011 as a very reliable and professional internet provider.

Embassy

Your efforts to help us has really made a difference!

Faith Based Organisation

RCS have been providing us with a level of service that I can describe as excellent, especially that they offer a remarkable after sales service.

Humanitarian Organisation

Thank you very much for your unwavering support, I am proud that we choose you.

Humanitarian Organisation

We confirm services have met all contractual obligations in terms of performance and reliability.

Embassy

RCS really helped our NGO throughout the years, easing our job in the field.

Humanitarian Organisation

We have migrated our Embassy internet services to RCS.

Embassy

I am delighted and grateful more than you can imagine. I appreciate your team so much RCS!

Humanitarian Organisation

RCS has been our internet service provider for more than 5 years and their services has been reliable. Their support line is always reachable when needed.

Insurance Company

RCS continues to provide us with exceptional and comprehensive fibre optic internet and overall bandwidth management support.

Development Consulting Firm

We saw a significant difference in the internet experience.

Humanitarian Organisation

I will let the new Ambassador know about the excellent service RCS has been providing.

Embassy

RCS has always provided fast and reliable services in a very professional manner.

United Nations Agency

RCS has supplied us with the highest quality services and advice during our long relationship.

Humanitarian Organisation

We have been impressed with RCS’ ability to have the required resources available on short notice and their speed of deployment/implementation.

Industry Player and Competitor

We are happy with the reliable services and technical support we receive.

United Nations Agency

The availability of services observed is very high, always exceeding the contractual commitments.

Humanitarian Organisation

The provision of internet has been faultless and without interruption.

Security Company

Thank you for the quick response and solution to the problem we faced. Working with a professional company like RCS is appreciated.

Construction Company

Appreciate the rapid response and attention to detail.

Humanitarian Organisation

I appreciate your quick reaction, as is normally the case with RCS.

Oil and Gas

RCS is truly professional and a light in the communications and fibre industry providing fibre and satellite solutions.

Government Services Contractor

I would really want to appreciate your time and generous support.

Humanitarian Organisation

I’ve recommended RCS strongly given our experience with your products and services.

Security Company

RCS’ services are exemplary. Customer support and account management is always available.

Humanitarian Organisation

The upgrade was successfully achieved, and all sites are up and running. Many thanks for overwhelming support.

Security Company

RCS has been our internet service provider for more than 5 years and their services has been reliable. Their support line is always reachable when needed.

Insurance Company

Community Initiatives

RCS contributes to Education in South Sudan through Project 10+.
RCS also supports Peace and Sport initiatives, including the South Sudan National Olympic Committee.

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