Safaricom is a leading telecommunications company based in Kenya. Founded in 1997, it has grown to become one of the most influential companies in the region. The company is publicly listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and Vodafone Plc holds a significant stake, making it a multinational entity. Safaricom's ownership is a mix of public and private, with the Kenyan government also holding a considerable share.
Alias
Safaricom PLC
Country
Type
Network Operator
3G Network
The company launched its 3G network in May 2008 over the B1 (2100 MHz) band.
3G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Status |
|---|---|
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Active
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3G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
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Launch of 3G Network
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Launch
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4G Network
The company's 4G LTE network was launched in December 2014 using the B3 (1800 MHz) band. The network was upgraded to LTE-Advanced in June 2017. A B1 (2100 MHz) carrier was later added.
4G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status | Known EARFCNs |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Active
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250
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||
|
20
|
Active
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1750,
1900
|
|
|
10
|
Active
|
6400
|
4G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
|
|
Launch of 4G Network
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Launch
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5G Network
Safaricom launched its 5G network in October 2022 using the n41 (2600 MHz) TDD band.
5G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status |
|---|---|---|
|
60
|
Active
|
5G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
|
|
Launch of 5G Network
|
Launch
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