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Meta Invests in $2.9B Safaricom Cable to Boost Kenya's Internet

9/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Meta Platforms Inc. is investing in Safaricom's $2.9 billion Daraja subsea fibre-optic cable project to improve Kenya's internet infrastructure.
The 4,108-kilometer cable will connect Oman to Mombasa and is scheduled to launch in 2026.
It will feature 24 fibre pairs, enhancing capacity and service reliability for millions of Kenyans.
This initiative positions Safaricom as a key digital hub in East Africa.

History

Historical Context

The launch of the East African Marine System (TEAMS) cable in 2010 marked a significant advancement in Kenya's internet connectivity, costing around $140 million and supported by the government and telecom consortiums. This initiative laid the groundwork for Safaricom's $2.9 billion investment in the Daraja subsea cable, reinforcing Kenya's position as a digital hub and promoting regional economic growth and technological development.

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Story summary

Meta Platforms Inc. is investing in Safaricom's $2.9 billion Daraja subsea fibre-optic cable project to improve Kenya's internet infrastructure.
The 4,108-kilometer cable will connect Oman to Mombasa and is scheduled to launch in 2026.
It will feature 24 fibre pairs, enhancing capacity and service reliability for millions of Kenyans.
This initiative positions Safaricom as a key digital hub in East Africa.

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