Safaricom Lifts Kenya Fixed Internet Share to 35.5% With 941,501 Subscribers
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Updated · TechTrendsKE · Jun 27
Safaricom Lifts Kenya Fixed Internet Share to 35.5% With 941,501 Subscribers
1 articles · Updated · TechTrendsKE · Jun 27
Summary
Safaricom added more than 83,000 fixed broadband customers between December 2025 and March 2026, pushing its base to 941,501 and extending its lead in Kenya’s market.
CA data showed its share rose to 35.5% from 34.9% as operators boosted speeds, cut access barriers and targeted underserved users; Safaricom’s cheapest fibre tier now starts at 15 Mbps.
Kenya’s next-largest fixed internet providers were Faiba at 20.1%, Zuku at 11.1% and Poa Internet at 10.7%, while the most common subscriptions nationally remained in the 10-30 Mbps range.
Safaricom said fixed broadband subscribers grew 32% in the year to March 2026 and segment revenue rose 12%, helped by lower-cost fibre rollout, free speed upgrades and products for lower-income areas.
Only 2.7 million of Kenya’s more than 8 million electrified households have fixed internet, leaving room for expansion as international bandwidth climbed 16.4% to 28,130.3 Gbps.
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Overview
Safaricom remains the leader in Kenya’s fast-growing telecommunications sector as of mid-2026, navigating a market that is rapidly evolving due to major investments in international connectivity infrastructure. The industry is experiencing substantial expansion, with Kenya’s international internet bandwidth rising by 16.4 percent to 28,130.3 Gbps, driven by increasing demand for higher capacity and faster speeds from both consumers and businesses. This growth has intensified competition, leading to a 'price and bandwidth war' where operators are compelled to offer more value. Safaricom’s strong position is supported by these industry trends and its ability to adapt to the changing market landscape.