Naranja Internet, a rural connectivity provider, saw substantial growth in Chocó in 2025. The company reached over 5,000 households and notably expanded its workforce. This progress helps narrow the digital divide in a region with high unemployment rates.
Naranja Internet, a regional connectivity provider targeting rural and remote communities, ended 2025 with significant progress in Colombia's Chocó department. The company increased connected households nearly tenfold, reaching more than 5,000 families with internet access. This expansion came alongside an approximate sixfold rise in revenues, achieved without venture capital funding.
Regarding employment, Naranja Internet grew its team from about ten to over 50 staff members, focusing on local hiring and regional talent development. “Our growth is not just a business indicator, but a measure of social impact. Each new connected household means more opportunities for education, work, and access to services in communities that have historically been disconnected,” said Andrés Torres, the company's CEO.
According to Dane statistics, Quibdó, Chocó's capital, has an unemployment rate of 23.1%, the highest in the country. Efforts like those of Naranja Internet support economic growth in historically underserved areas. While much of the sector's investment focuses on major cities, this firm stands out for its territorial approach to remote regions.
In 2026, Naranja Internet aims to connect 10,000 households, further enhancing digital inclusion and local development in Chocó.
