Meta has announced a strategic partnership with Safaricom to bring its second high-speed submarine cable to Kenya, further strengthening the country’s position as a key digital hub in Africa.
Through its subsidiary, Edge Network Services Limited, Meta has selected Safaricom as the landing partner for the new undersea cable connecting Oman and Kenya, a move set to boost internet capacity, reliability, and speed across the region.
Safaricom CEO Dr. Peter Ndegwa hailed the partnership as a major milestone in the company’s transformation journey:
“This deal is a significant strategic milestone for us at Safaricom as we mark 25 years and signals our readiness to transition into a fully-fledged tech company in line with our Vision 2030 strategy,” said Dr. Ndegwa.
He added that the collaboration will help meet the rising demand for high-capacity, low-latency connectivity, which is vital for powering economic growth, cloud adoption, and digital innovation in Kenya and beyond.
The new undersea cable project underscores Safaricom’s commitment to delivering faster, more resilient, and future-proof connectivity as part of its goal to become Africa’s leading purpose-driven technology company by 2030.
Meta’s Edge Network Services will fully fund the construction of the Under-Sea Cable System, while locally licensed operators in both Kenya and Oman will manage operations within their territorial waters, including all related in-country infrastructure.
This partnership is expected to enhance Kenya’s digital infrastructure, drive investment in emerging technologies, and support the country’s growing digital economy.
