Safaricom roll out 5G network for individuals and enterprise customers
The country’s telco giant Safaricom has today launched the trail-blazing 5G technology for its customers.
This development will empower customers in 5G-ready areas to enjoy fast and reliable internet connectivity for their homes and businesses.
“We believe in the transformative power of the internet and will continue to deliver the most advanced technologies towards enabling our customers’ enjoyment of a digital lifestyle. The launch of 5G Wi-Fi is the first step in empowering our retail and enterprise customers to start exploring new opportunities that 5G provides,” said Peter Ndegwa, CEO Safaricom PLC.
Plans are also underway to provide 5G data packages for mobile internet customers and leverage the Lipa Mdogo Mdogo device-financing solution to avail more affordable 5G smartphones.
“The retail prices of 5G phones are more than Sh100,000, which places them beyond the reach of most Kenyans,” said Ndegwa in the company’s latest sustainability report.
The 5G technology can easily act as an alternative to home Fibre and Fibre for business services, targeting customers in places where Safaricom is yet to roll out its fibre network.
Customers in 5G-ready zones can access 5G Wi-Fi by purchasing a 5G router at Sh25,000 plus a setup fee of KES 5,000 and selecting from three packages on offer. Customers will also have the option of signing up for a 36-month contract that will enable them to receive the router for free.
Enterprise and Home Internet customers on the service will also be provided with a 5G router.
Areas of 5G coverage within Nairobi include Kilimani, Langata, Rongai and Westlands.
