By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
Safaricom Ethiopia has
expanded its 4G network across southern Ethiopia with the activation of 16 new
sites in towns and surrounding communities previously without access to its
network.
The newly connected
locations include Sawla, Selam Ber, Basketo, Beto and Leha, among other
surrounding communities. The expansion is expected to improve access to voice,
data and SMS services while enabling residents to make greater use of digital
and financial services.
Safaricom Ethiopia said the
new sites are connected through a fibre-optic network and are designed to
provide reliable and high-quality connectivity. The infrastructure is also
5G-ready and supports international roaming, positioning the network to accommodate
future demand for advanced digital services.
The expansion is expected to
support greater participation in the digital economy by connecting communities
to online services, businesses and digital financial solutions.
Beyond connectivity,
Safaricom Ethiopia said the deployment has created employment opportunities for
more than 80 local residents, with additional jobs expected as the company
expands its operations and services in the region.
The operator said the
network expansion forms part of its broader commitment to extending digital
connectivity to underserved communities and enabling more Ethiopians to benefit
from the opportunities created by the digital economy.
