Safaricom announced on Monday that its 5G network is now available in all 47 counties in Kenya, and claims to be the largest 5G operator in the country. The operator reported that it has surpassed 1,000 5G sites, covering 102 towns and reaching 14 percent of the population.
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5G coverage and expansion
Safaricom said it has deployed 1,114 5G sites across the country since launching the service in October 2022. The company has more than 11,000 business customers on 5G and more than 780,000 active 5G smartphones.
“We believe the benefits of 5G will be a major catalyst for spillovers into other innovations, industries and Kenya’s digital economy,” Safaricom said in a statement.
Safaricom became the first service provider in Kenya to launch 5G in October 2022. The company said it has since continued to expand its 5G network and drive the digitalization of enterprise solutions in IoT, cybersecurity, cloud services and payments.
Vision for 2030
Safaricom aims to be Africa’s leading purpose-driven technology company by 2030. The expansion of 5G is expected to open up new opportunities in areas including immersive experiences, gaming, smart storage and telemedicine, the official press release said.
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Safaricom network coverage and fibre optic
Safaricom covers 97 percent of the Kenyan population with 2G, 3G, 4G and now 5G. The fibre network has reached over 560,000 homes and businesses, providing high-speed internet across the country.
