Internet Service Providers and Packages Available in Busia County

In Busia County, like in many parts of Kenya, there are several internet providers offering various services. The availability of these services can vary depending on the specific location within the county, but generally, the following are the main internet service providers you can find:

1. Safaricom

Safaricom is the largest provider in Kenya, offering both mobile and fixed broadband services.

• Home Fiber (Safaricom Fiber)
  • Packages:
    • Basic 5 Mbps: KSh 2,999 per month.
    • Standard 10 Mbps: KSh 4,999 per month.
    • Premium 20 Mbps: KSh 6,999 per month.
    • Advanced 50 Mbps: KSh 12,999 per month.
    • Top Speed 100 Mbps: KSh 24,999 per month.
  • Additional Info: Safaricom Fiber offers unlimited data with no Fair Usage Policy (FUP) and can include the installation fee (usually KSh 3,000).
• Mobile Data Packages (4G)
  • Daily Bundles:
    • KSh 20: 50MB.
    • KSh 50: 150MB.
    • KSh 100: 350MB.
  • Weekly Bundles:
    • KSh 250: 1GB.
    • KSh 500: 2GB.
  • Monthly Bundles:
    • KSh 1,000: 5GB.
    • KSh 2,000: 10GB.
    • KSh 5,000: 30GB.
  • Unlimited Mobile Data: Available for KSh 10,000 (with limited speed after 30GB).
• Data Boosters:
  • For mobile data, Safaricom also offers data boosters to increase your internet speed or add more data for the month.

Coverage: Safaricom’s 4G network is widespread in Busia Town and other larger towns, but 5G coverage might be limited to major cities.

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2. Airtel Kenya

Airtel offers both mobile broadband and fixed internet options.

• Mobile Data Packages (4G)
  • Daily Bundles:
    • KSh 20: 50MB.
    • KSh 50: 150MB.
    • KSh 100: 400MB.
  • Weekly Bundles:
    • KSh 250: 1GB.
    • KSh 500: 2GB.
  • Monthly Bundles:
    • KSh 1,000: 5GB.
    • KSh 2,000: 15GB.
    • KSh 5,000: 35GB.
  • Unlimited Mobile Data: Available at KSh 8,000 (with throttling after 30GB).
• Home Broadband (Airtel Home Wi-Fi)
  • Packages:
    • 5 Mbps: KSh 3,500 per month.
    • 10 Mbps: KSh 5,000 per month.
    • 20 Mbps: KSh 7,000 per month.
    • 50 Mbps: KSh 10,000 per month.
  • Installation: Free or discounted based on promotions.

Coverage: Airtel has a decent 4G coverage in urban areas like Busia Town, though it may be limited in remote rural areas.

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3. Telkom Kenya

Telkom offers both mobile and fixed internet services, with a focus on affordable broadband for home users.

• Mobile Data (4G)
  • Daily Bundles:
    • KSh 20: 50MB.
    • KSh 50: 100MB.
    • KSh 100: 500MB.
  • Weekly Bundles:
    • KSh 250: 1GB.
    • KSh 500: 2GB.
  • Monthly Bundles:
    • KSh 1,000: 5GB.
    • KSh 2,000: 15GB.
    • KSh 5,000: 50GB.
  • Unlimited Mobile Data: Available at KSh 7,500 (with limited speed after 30GB).
• Home Wi-Fi (Fixed Broadband)
  • Packages:
    • 5 Mbps: KSh 2,999 per month.
    • 10 Mbps: KSh 5,000 per month.
    • 20 Mbps: KSh 6,500 per month.
    • 50 Mbps: KSh 10,500 per month.
  • Installation: Around KSh 2,000 (installation charges can vary).

Coverage: Telkom’s 4G network is strong in major towns, but fiber services are more limited to select urban areas like Busia Town.

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4. Zuku (by Startimes)

Zuku is well known for offering affordable fiber broadband and home Wi-Fi services, though its coverage is more limited in rural areas.

• Zuku Fiber
  • Packages:
    • 5 Mbps: KSh 2,999 per month.
    • 10 Mbps: KSh 3,999 per month.
    • 20 Mbps: KSh 4,999 per month.
    • 40 Mbps: KSh 6,499 per month.
    • 100 Mbps: KSh 10,000 per month.
  • Additional Info: Zuku offers unlimited data without a Fair Usage Policy.

Coverage: Zuku’s fiber service is mainly available in major towns, and it may not be available in all parts of Busia County.

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5. Faiba (by Jamii Telecommunications)

Faiba is well-known for offering affordable fiber internet and reliable mobile data services.

• Faiba Home Fiber
  • Packages:
    • 5 Mbps: KSh 2,999 per month.
    • 10 Mbps: KSh 4,999 per month.
    • 20 Mbps: KSh 6,499 per month.
    • 50 Mbps: KSh 8,999 per month.
    • 100 Mbps: KSh 15,000 per month.
  • Installation: KSh 3,000 (may vary depending on location).
• Faiba Mobile Data (4G)
  • Packages:
    • KSh 20: 50MB.
    • KSh 50: 150MB.
    • KSh 100: 500MB.
    • KSh 1,000: 5GB.
    • KSh 2,000: 10GB.
    • KSh 5,000: 30GB.
  • Unlimited Mobile Data: KSh 8,000 (with speed limitations after 30GB).

Coverage: Faiba fiber is mostly available in urban areas, though mobile data coverage is generally good.

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6. Skyweb

Skyweb offers wireless internet, particularly in rural and underserved regions.

• Skyweb Internet:
  • Packages:
    • Basic: KSh 2,500 for 5GB.
    • Standard: KSh 4,500 for 10GB.
    • Premium: KSh 6,500 for 20GB.
  • Installation: Often includes an installation fee of KSh 3,000.
  • Unlimited options: Available in select areas.

Coverage: Skyweb focuses on rural areas and can offer more affordable rates in underserved regions.

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7. PoA Internet

PoA is designed to offer affordable internet, primarily targeting lower-income and rural areas.

• PoA Internet Packages:
  • Basic Package: KSh 1,000 for 3GB.
  • Standard Package: KSh 2,500 for 7GB.
  • Unlimited Plan: Around KSh 5,000 per month (with speed throttling after 30GB).

Coverage: Focuses on areas with minimal connectivity, so it may be more accessible in rural parts of Busia.

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8. KDN (Kenya Data Networks)

KDN offers high-speed fiber optic connections for business and residential clients.

• Packages:
  • Business Fiber: Starting at KSh 20,000 per month for higher speeds and dedicated services.
  • Residential Fiber: Available upon request for customized plans.

Coverage: Mainly available in larger cities and towns.

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