Safaricom Expands 5G Coverage To 21 Counties

Kenya’s telecommunication company Safaricom has increased its 5G coverage to 28 towns across 21 counties.

Safaricom’s 5G, which comes with superfast internet connectivity has expanded from 11 towns to 28 towns spread across 21 counties including Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa, Kisumu, Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, Garissa, Kajiado, Kisii Machakos, Kakamega, Kilifi, Siaya, Kericho, Kwale, Laikipia, Marsabit, Meru, Narok, Nyeri and Vihiga Counties

“As a digital lifestyle enabler, we are excited about a 5G future, which makes it possible to close the digital divide in underserved communities, provide access to critical services such as healthcare or spur economic growth by connecting small businesses to new opportunities. By increasing 5G coverage, we are enhancing Kenya’s best Internet network and empowering our customers to start exploring the possibilities of 5G,” said Peter Ndegwa, CEO, Safaricom PLC.

Safaricom has also introduced 5G data bundles to enable its over 400,000 customers using 5G smartphones to browse at ultra-fast speeds, with typical speeds of 400Mbps to 700Mbps.

In partnership with Huawei, the telco has set up three 5G experience centres in Nairobi to enable Kenyans to experience how the network can transform homes and businesses. The centres, located in Safaricom’s Village Market, The Hub and Buruburu Shops, contain virtual reality gaming zones, showcases of smart capabilities for homes and enterprises, and speed-testing booths.

Safaricom was the first telco in Kenya to roll out commercial 5G in Kenya in October last year. Over the years, Safaricom has consistently invested in its network, with its 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G in aggregate covering over 99 per cent of Kenya’s population, while its fibre network has connected more than 450,000 homes and businesses to fast and reliable internet.