Khusoko – East African Markets
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Khusoko – East African MarketsKhusoko – East African Markets
    • NEWS
    • ECONOMY
      • BANKING & FINANCE
      • COMPANY
      • MARKETS
    • INDUSTRY
      • AGRICULTURE & ENVIRONMENT
      • HEALTH & WELLNESS
      • PROPERTY
        • RETAIL
      • TECHNOLOGY
        • ELECTRONICS
    • ENTREPRENEURSHIP
      • ENTREPRENEURS
      • PEOPLE
      • PERSONAL FINANCE
    • SPORTS
    • COMMENTARY
    • ARTS & CULTURE
      • BOOKS
      • ENTERTAINMENT
      • FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
      • FASHION & STYLE
      • FOOD & DRINK
      • TRAVEL & LEISURE
    Khusoko – East African Markets
    TECHNOLOGY

    CA to Spend KSh 1.1 Bn Connecting 101 Sub-locations to Mobile Network

    MuindiBy Muindi2022-04-15No Comments2 Mins Read
    The ITU found that an increase of 10% in mobile broadband subscriber penetration yields an increase of 1.5% in GDP.

    The Communications Authority of Kenya plans to spend KSh 1.1 billion to connect 101 sub-locations in 19 Counties to mobile network services by June this year under the Universal Service Fund (USF). 

    The USF was established in 2009 to facilitate the widespread availability of communications services in various parts of the country. The Authority revealed the plans Thursday while launching Phase II of the Universal Service Fund (USF) Voice Infrastructure Connectivity Project in Akiriamet, West Pokot County. 

    14 Sub-locations have been connected to mobile network services in the area.

    The CA will spend KSh. 1.1 billion to connect 101 sub locations in 19 Counties by June this year. In West Pokot County, Akiriamet, Kases, Kiwawa, Meshau, Lotokum, Kola, Ompolion, Kaptolomwo, Kachawa, Amaler, Emboasis, Kokwoptorir, Marus & Pkpogoh have been connected. #USFKenya pic.twitter.com/ZVTyR1oKN6

    — Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) (@CA_Kenya) April 15, 2022

    ‘‘This project will facilitate residents of the beneficiary sub-locations to enjoy a host of services, including mobile voice, data, Internet, and a bouquet of other value-added services, including mobile money transfer services,” Ezra Chiloba, the CA Director-General said during the launch.

    During the first phase of the USF project, the Authority managed to connect about 884 public secondary schools across the 47 counties to high-speed internet. Seven of the schools that benefitted during the first phase are in West Pokot and they include; St. Elizabeth Girls Morpus, St. Theresa’s Tartar Girls, Kapenguria Boys, and St. Cecilia Chepareria, St. Comboni Amakuriat, Nasokol Girls and Holy Cross Boys Secondary School.

    In mobile connectivity, during the first phase, the Authority connected 78 sub-locations, covering 330,342 people, spread across 15 counties in Kenya. Five of the sub-locations are in West Pokot.

    ICT Continuity Frameworks in Counties Key to Realise Development Plans: KICTAnet-ICT Authority Report


    Khusoko is now on Telegram. Click here to join our channel and stay updated with the latest East African business news and updates.

    mobile network services Universal Service Fund
    Muindi
    Muindi

    Experience working on communication and marketing departments and in the broadcast industry. Interested in sustainable development and international relations issues.

    Related Posts

    Xiaomi Moves Up on BCG’s Most Innovative List on Increased Investment

    2023-06-02

    Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro Updated With Improved Ambient Sound Control

    2023-06-02

    Oppo Launches Find N Flip its Foldable Smartphone in Kenya

    2023-05-30

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Our Language is Flirty
    https://www.facebook.com/flirtynailsparlour/
    MORE TOP STORIES
    • How to Encourage Youth Participation in Agriculture for Climate Action
    • Why Researchers Root for International Collaboration For Africa’s Development
    • Discover: Trace Awards & Festival to Light Up Kigali in October
    • WED 2023: Kenya’s Step Towards Eliminating Plastic Pollution
    • Somalia Application to Join East Africa Community Bloc Accepted
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • LinkedIn
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
    • ABOUT US – KHUSOKO
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • KHUSOKO STANDARDS GUIDE
    © 2023 Khusoko. All Rights Reserved.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.