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Paratus Group Expands to Kenya Through Joint Venture with MoveOn Telecoms

Paratus Group Expands to Kenya Through Joint Venture with MoveOn Telecoms
Thursday, 28 November 2024 15:36

In Sub-Saharan Africa, the digital divide remains stark, with rural areas often lagging behind urban centers in internet access. Improving connectivity could create jobs, enhance productivity, and foster innovation in sectors like agriculture, education, and financial services.

On November 27, Pan-African telecommunications leader Paratus Group announced its expansion into Kenya, marking a strategic entry into the East African market. The expansion is facilitated through a joint venture with Nairobi-based IT and ISP provider, MoveOn Telecoms Ltd. The newly formed entity will primarily focus on delivering Starlink services in Kenya, leveraging Paratus' expertise as an authorized reseller of Starlink’s global low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband services.

Joseph Kibwott, Managing Director of Paratus Kenya, highlighted the transformative potential of reliable internet for economic growth, job creation, and empowering local communities. “Enhanced connectivity in the most remote areas empowers Kenyans and fosters growth in our local economies. Together, we can build a brighter, more connected future for everyone in Kenya,” he said.

MoveOn Telecoms Ltd brings extensive experience in providing ICT solutions in Kenya. Together, the joint venture aims to enhance internet connectivity across the country, including remote regions, enabling access to e-government services, telemedicine, real-time security, and remote work opportunities.

Paratus has a history of transforming connectivity in under-served African regions. Its strategic expansion into Kenya builds on similar successes in Namibia, Angola, and Eswatini, ensuring the deployment of future-ready solutions that support governments and businesses.

The strategic expansion of Paratus Group into Kenya signifies critical implications for regional connectivity and economic development. This move underscores a robust approach to bridging the digital divide across Africa.

Hikmatu Bilali

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