· Airtel and Ericsson have entered into a partnership agreement to enhance the quality of voice and data for subscribers on the network.
· The partnership is expected to boost the network by upgrading the existing network with faster mobile internet compared to earlier platforms like 3G.
Airtel and Ericsson have entered into a partnership agreement to enhance the quality of voice and data for subscribers on the network. The partnership is expected to boost the network by upgrading the existing network with faster mobile internet compared to earlier platforms like 3G. The new agreement for the upgraded 4G network follows Airtel’s strategy to shift globally its network partnerships to Ericsson in multiple markets from Huawei.
With Ericsson Radio System and Packet Core solutions, will enable Airtel Kenya’s network to have 4G coverage, and make the network in Kenya ready for 5G deployment. The partnership also will drive larger use in both the consumer and the enterprise segments.
Prasanta Das Sarma, CEO of Airtel Kenya explained that robust and secure communications are critical for a digital society in Kenya. He added that Airtel is fully prepared with the strategy of delivering reliable connections across the country and are keen to expand the high-quality mobile broadband services to its subscribers. Airtel launched 4G network in Kenya in 2018 starting with Nairobi and Mombasa and later expanded to additional towns.
Fadi Pharaon, President of Ericsson Middle East and Africa expressed confidence that the Ericsson-Airtel partnership will lead to an advanced LTE network in Kenya, improving Airtel’s customer’s experience – both in the consumer and business segments.
