Safaricom, a Kenyan telecoms firm, has announced an extension of its 5G service across 35 counties.
This expansion is part of Safaricom's continued efforts to empower its customers in 5G-enabled areas by providing super-fast internet on the go.
Bomet, Busia, Isiolo, Kitui, Mandera, Migori, Tharaka-Nithi, Trans Nzoia, Homa Bay, West Pokot, Embu, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, and Turkana are among the new counties.
These counties join others where Safaricom's 5G network is already present, such as Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa, Kisumu, Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, Garissa, Kajiado, Kisii, Machakos, Kakamega, Kilifi, Siaya, Kericho, Kwale, Laikipia, Marsabit, Meru, Narok, Nyeri, and Vihiga.
In a statement, Peter Ndegwa Safaricom CEO stated that 5G bundles and 5G Wi-Fi enable mobile data customers, homes, and businesses in 5G areas to enjoy superfast connectivity.
"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,' he said.
Ndegwa also explained that by increasing 5G coverage, Safaricom is enhancing Kenya’s best internet network and empowering its customers to start exploring the possibilities of 5G.
In October 2022, Safaricom became the first service provider in Kenya to launch 5G.
At the same time, Safaricom has also increased 5G Wi-Fi volumes for Home Consumer packages that offer as follows 400GB at Sh3,499, 800GB for Sh5,999, and 1500GB at Sh9,999.
Safaricom has also provided 5G data bundles to enable its over 500,000 customers using 5G smartphones to browse at ultra-fast speeds, while all-new 5G customers can also redeem a free 5GB bundle on my Safaricom App.
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