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Srikapardhi December 30th, 2023 3:09 PM 1 COMMENTS

Airtel Kenya Plans to Develop 1,000 Network Sites in 2024: Report

Airtel Kenya plans to expand its network infrastructure across the country to increase its customer base by boosting investments. The Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Kenya stated that the telco will develop up to 1,000 network sites in the new year 2024, as reported by Business Daily Africa. Also Read: Airtel Africa Expands Customer Base, Reports Profits Despite Currency Challenges Network Expansion In addition, Airtel Kenya aims to increase 5G... Read More

Srikapardhi November 27th, 2023 7:24 PM 0 COMMENTS

Safaricom Kenya Deploys Software to Enhance Network Energy Efficiency

Safaricom Kenya has implemented Nokia's AVA Energy Efficiency software to reduce power consumption and costs across its 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. The deployment, covering approximately 30,000 5G, 4G, and 3G cells, is anticipated to result in planned network energy cost savings of 8-10 percent. Also Read: Ooredoo Kuwait Trials Solar Hybrid-Powered Signal Boosters Smart Energy Solutions Nokia explained that the deployment comes after the successful completion of a pilot... Read More

Srikapardhi November 2nd, 2023 12:00 PM 0 COMMENTS

Safaricom Expands 5G Coverage to 35 Counties in Kenya

Kenyan telecommunications company, Safaricom, has announced an expansion of its 5G coverage to select towns across 35 counties. This expansion is part of Safaricom's ongoing efforts to empower its customers in 5G-enabled areas, allowing them to enjoy super-fast internet on the go. In October 2022, Safaricom became the first service provider in Kenya to launch 5G, and since then, its coverage has expanded to include select towns across 35 counties.... Read More

Yashika Goel August 24th, 2023 2:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

Kenya and South Sudan Sign Fiber Optic Cable MoU

Kenya and South Sudan have taken a step towards enhancing connectivity and communication infrastructure. The leaders of both nations, President William Ruto of Kenya and President Salva Kiir of South Sudan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a fibre optic cable along the Eldoret-Juba road. Also Read: Airtel Kenya Launches 5G Services, Accelerating Digital Connectivity Bilateral Connectivity The signing ceremony, held at State House in Nairobi on Saturday,... Read More

Yashika Goel August 10th, 2023 8:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Kenya to Invest USD 150 Million in Network Expansion Drive: Report

Airtel Kenya plans to invest at least USD 150 million in expanding its network coverage and services. This initiative is set to be implemented over the course of the next three years, with the primary goal of enhancing connectivity and addressing existing connectivity challenges, according to a Business Daily report. Also Read: Airtel Kenya Launches 5G Services, Accelerating Digital Connectivity Network Expansion Strategy "USD 150 million is what we require... Read More

Yashika Goel July 20th, 2023 5:02 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink’s Satellite Internet Now Available in Kenya

Starlink, the satellite internet business of SpaceX, has made its commercial launch of satellite broadband services in Kenya, making it the latest country in Africa to join the network. SpaceX has chosen local internet company Karibu Connect as its first authorized distributor in Kenya. Also Read: Airtel Kenya Launches 5G Services, Accelerating Digital Connectivity Starlink Expands to Kenya Karibu Connect will offer Starlink enterprise services for both fixed and mobile... Read More

Yashika Goel July 20th, 2023 1:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

Netflix Cracks Down on Account Sharing in India and Select Markets: One Household Policy

Netflix has recently announced its plans to crack down on account sharing in select markets, including India, Indonesia, Croatia, and Kenya, starting from July 20, 2023. The move comes as the company seeks to enhance revenue growth in the latter part of the year. Different Approaches in India and Other Markets In an effort to address the account sharing issue, Netflix is adopting a distinct approach in India and other... Read More

Srikapardhi July 8th, 2023 11:33 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Kenya Launches 5G Services, Accelerating Digital Connectivity

Airtel Kenya has officially announced the launch of its 5G services, becoming the second telco to launch 5G services in the country. Airtel Kenya has announced that over 370 5G sites are now live in 16 counties and 180 wards nationwide. Earlier in June, Airtel Kenya announced that it would introduce 5G in July 2023, and as planned, the company has now launched its 5G services. At that time, Airtel... Read More

Yashika Goel June 23rd, 2023 9:55 AM 4 COMMENTS

Airtel Kenya Set to Launch 5G Network and Expand Coverage Nationwide

Airtel Kenya, the country's second-largest telecoms operator, has announced its plans to launch a 5G network for consumers by July. This move presents a significant opportunity for Airtel to expand its subscriber base through high-speed internet connectivity, following in the footsteps of market leader Safaricom. Also Read: Airtel Africa Reports Over 11 Percent Revenue Growth and Increased Customer Base 5G Network Launch and Nework Expansion In addition to the 5G... Read More

Sonali Rauthan April 3rd, 2021 7:55 PM 0 COMMENTS

Safaricom Begins Trials to Launch 5G in East Africa

Safaricom is known as Kenya's biggest telco. It has recently announced that it will begin trials for the 5G internet and the technology used will be acquired from Huawei and Nokia. According to a report by 5gradar, it was announced on Friday that four cities were given priority for the trials namely Nairobi, Kisumu, Kissi and Kakamega. The trials however will eventually be expanded to 150 sites, including in 9... Read More