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Safaricom

Tracked across 3 events · 18 articles · First seen Dec 04, 2025 · Last active May 26, 2026

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Impact: Safaricom Plc is being acquired by Vodacom Group Ltd., which will now hold a majority stake. This transaction will lead to Safaricom's financial results being fully consolidated into Vodacom Group's, while it remains listed on the Nairobi Stock Exchange.
Dec 04, 2025 · 6 articles
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Safaricom has announced a significant upgrade to its Home Fibre service, increasing internet speeds by up to 2.5 times across all packages without additional cost to customers. Entry-level plans now offer 15 Mbps, mid-tier plans…
Impact: Safaricom upgraded its Home Fibre internet speeds by up to 2.5 times at no additional cost, enhancing its market leadership and customer value in Kenya.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Rising diesel prices, exacerbated by the Iran war and local factors like fuel subsidy removal in Nigeria, are driving a rapid transition of Africa's telecommunication towers from fossil fuels to solar power. This shift, already…
Impact: Safaricom is a major operator served by Atlas Tower Kenya's new solar towers and raised $153.6 million in green bonds to transition its towers to solar power, indicating a proactive approach to renewable energy.
May 02, 2026 · 6 articles
100 Safaricom increased internet speedsSafaricom Home Fibre Speed Upgrade
70 Safaricom raised green bondsAfrica Telecom Towers...
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