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Airtel Tanzania has expanded its 4G and 5G network coverage to several new regions, including key mainland cities and the Zanzibar islands. The move supports faster connectivity, wider digital inclusion, and broader access to mobile financial services through Airtel Money.
TTCL will build over 1,400 communication towers by 2027 to expand rural connectivity and strengthen Tanzania’s digital economy. The government-backed initiative aligns with the National Digital Strategy and Vision 2050, positioning Tanzania as a future high-income, digitally advanced nation.
Airtel Money Tanzania partners with TCDC to provide mobile payments, affordable smartphones, income credits, and financial education to farmers. The move follows a successful pilot that improved payment transparency and access to financial tools for smallholder farmers.
ToA Tanzania, part of Axian Telecom, secured $30 million from British International Investment to build 200 new telecom sites, enhancing connectivity and bridging the digital divide in Tanzania. The expansion focuses on rural areas, promoting inclusivity and sustainable development.
Internet use in Tanzania soars by 45% due to more Kiswahili content, despite new regulations on VPN usage stirring public debate.