Safaricom Expands Fibre Rollout to Rural Towns in 2026

Leading telecom operator Safaricom has unveiled plans to expand its fibre-to-home and fibre-to-business infrastructure into more rural and underserved towns across Kenya in 2026. The expansion targets areas that have historically relied on limited connectivity options, with Safaricom aiming to strengthen broadband penetration beyond major urban centres. The rollout is expected to enhance internet reliability, increase speeds for households and enterprises, and support Kenya’s broader digital transformation agenda. Through strategic partnerships and infrastructure investment, the company plans to extend last-mile connectivity to emerging towns and peri-urban regions where demand for digital services is rising. Improved fibre coverage is expected to support small businesses, online education platforms, e-commerce operators, and remote workers seeking stable internet access. The move aligns with growing digital demand across the country, where more businesses are shifting toward online operations and cloud-based systems. Expanding fibre infrastructure outside Nairobi and other major cities is also seen as a key enabler for decentralised economic growth. As Kenya positions itself as a regional technology hub, broadband expansion remains central to unlocking digital inclusion, productivity, and innovation across both urban and rural economies. Why This Matters Improves digital inclusion in underserved regions Supports SMEs, e-commerce, and remote work growth Strengthens Kenya’s position as a regional digital economy leader Opportunity Sector Telecommunications, Digital Infrastructure, E-commerce, SME Growth, Remote Work Follow @MotoSeenAfrica for more updates on business, trade, investments, opportunities and economic growth across Africa. Moto Seen Africa — Africa’s View, Seen Clearly. #Safaricom #FibreInternet #DigitalInclusion #KenyaTech #BroadbandExpansion #SMEGrowth #Ecommerce #DigitalEconomy