Safaricom 5G network has reached a milestone in its expansion. Now operating over 1,100 sites across all 47 counties in Kenya, covering 14% of the population. This growth allows more people, businesses, and homes to access high-speed internet. With over 780,000 active 5G smartphones and 11,000 enterprise customers already benefiting from the technology.
Safaricom’s CEO, Peter Ndegwa, emphasized the company’s dedication to driving Kenya’s digital transformation and bridging the digital divide. Since becoming the first to launch in 2022, Safaricom has expanded its network to support various enterprise solutions. This has enhanced business efficiency and fostering innovation.
‘Safaricom remains committed in leading Kenya’s Digital transformation through provision of a worry free, always on ubiquitous network enabling access to information, critical services and communication therefore bridging the digital divide. We believe that the benefits of 5G will be a key catalyst in leapfrogging other innovations, industries as well as Kenya’s digital economy,’ said Ndegwa.
In October 2022, Safaricom became the first service provider in Kenya to launch 5G. Since then, Safaricom has continued expanding its 5G network driving digitization of enterprise solutions. Such solutions like IoT, Cybersecurity, Cloud and Payments leading to optimized business operations, efficiency and enabling innovation and scalability.
As Safaricom looks to become Africa’s leading purpose led technology company by 2030, its exciting to see the opportunities that 5G will unlock for the continent. From immersive experiences, gaming, smart warehousing, telemedicine, smart irrigation the possibilities are endless as we build our silicon savanna.
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With 97% of Kenya’s population covered by its 2G, 3G, 4G, and now 5G networks, and a Fibre network serving over 560,000 homes and businesses, Safaricom continues to ensure reliable, high-speed connectivity across the country.
