Airtel Tanzania has expanded its network coverage in the Coastal Region with the installation of a new telecommunications tower in Sanzale, Bagamoyo. The investment aims to improve connectivity and support the community's growing digital needs. The new tower is expected to benefit residents in more than 12 streets in Sanzale and neighbouring areas, including entrepreneurs and businesses that rely on mobile connectivity.
The installation of the new tower addresses a long-standing connectivity challenge in the area. According to Lusajo Venance Mwakapeje, even the village chairperson's residence previously lacked Airtel network coverage. The new infrastructure will serve Sanzale and more than 12 surrounding streets, bringing Airtel's communication, Airtel Money, and internet services closer to the community.
The improved coverage is expected to ease communication and help residents report emergencies and other community concerns. Village chairman Mbaraka Sita Omary noted that the previous lack of network coverage had made it difficult for residents to communicate and report urgent matters. Since the tower was installed, things have started to change, and the improved connectivity has already enabled him to receive reports and address some challenges raised by residents.
Local resident Yusra Rwengino welcomed the investment, saying poor connectivity had previously made communication difficult. The expansion comes amid growing demand for digital services in Tanzania, with reliable mobile networks increasingly important for businesses, digital transactions, and access to information.
According to the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), internet subscriptions reached 62.79 million by June 2026, representing a 6.48 per cent increase during the quarter. Data traffic rose by 11.65 per cent to 1,041 petabytes, while internet penetration stood at 89.7 per cent. The figures highlight the need for continued investment in telecommunications infrastructure to widen access to digital services and support economic activities.
The Sanzale project is part of Airtel Tanzania's efforts to extend network coverage across the country under its Kila Kona initiative, aimed at connecting more communities to communication and digital services. The initiative seeks to address connectivity challenges and provide reliable mobile networks to support businesses, digital transactions, and access to information.
The investment in the new tower is expected to have a positive impact on the community, enabling residents to access communication, Airtel Money, and internet services. The improved connectivity will also support local businesses and entrepreneurs, contributing to the growth of the local economy. With the growing demand for digital services, Airtel Tanzania's investment in the new tower is a step towards bridging the digital divide and supporting economic activities in the region.
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- Airtel Tanzania installs new telecommunications tower in Sanzale, Bagamoyo, to improve connectivity and support growing digital needs.
