Telkom Kenya is a prominent telecommunications company operating within Kenya. Established in 1999, the company has been a significant player in the Kenyan telecommunication market, offering a range of services including voice, data, mobile and fixed broadband. The ownership of Telkom Kenya has witnessed several changes over the years. As of now, it is a joint venture between the Kenyan government, holding a 40% stake, and Helios Investment Partners, a UK-based firm, owning the remaining 60%.
Alias
Telkom Kenya Limited
Country
Kenya
Type
Mobile Network Operator
3G Network
The company has provided 2G GSM services over the 900 and 1800 MHz bands since September 2008, and 3G UMTS over B1 (2100 MHz) and B8 (900 MHz) since September 2011.
3G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Status |
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Active
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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
4G LTE services began in June 2017 over the B20 (800 MHz) band using a 10 MHz carrier. B3 (1800 MHz) was first observed in 2024.
4G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status | Known EARFCNs |
|---|---|---|---|
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Active
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1650
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10
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Active
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6200
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4G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
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Launch of 4G Network
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Launch
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