Safaricom Ethiopia is a purpose-led technology and communications company committed to contributing to Ethiopia’s digital transformation and inclusion agenda. Safaricom Ethiopia switched on its network and services in Addis Ababa in October and held a national launch ceremony, following a successful series of customer network pilots in 10 cities across Ethiopia.
The “07” network in Addis Ababa is offering customers 4G data, voice, and SMS services between Safaricom Ethiopia and Ethio Telecom customers, international calls worldwide and affordable phones for purchase. Customers will be able to purchase SIM cards, choose their preferred numbers, buy airtime and access dedicated customer support at the branded shops and souks throughout city. Customers are able to contact the call centre by dialling 700 and receive services in 5 languages (Amharic, Afaan Oromo, Af-Somali, Tigrigna, and English). The network is currently available in Dire Dawa, Harar, Haramaya, Adama, Bahir Dar, Bishoftu, Mojo, Debre Birhan, Awoday, Gondar and Addis Ababa and the national network rollout will continue to reach 14 additional cities by April 2023.
“As we prepare to serve all Ethiopians and contribute to transforming lives for a digital future in Ethiopia, I would like to extend my gratitude for the immense support shown to us by the Government of Ethiopia, our shareholders, and partners.” said Anwar Soussa, CEO, Safaricom Ethiopia. “We look forward to sharing our vision of Transforming Lives with Ethiopians, working together to uplift communities, and creating opportunities through the transformative power of the mobile phone. We are optimistic about how the technology and connectivity we are providing will contribute to a digital future and eventually transform people’s lives through digital solutions.” said Peter Ndegwa, CEO, Safaricom PLC.
“The Global Partnership for Ethiopia (a consortium comprising Safaricom PLC, Vodafone Group, Vodacom Group, Sumitomo Corporation and British International Investment (formerly known as CDC Group) and was issued the Second Unified Telecommunications Operator License by the Federal Government of Ethiopia in July 2021) has worked tirelessly together with the Government of Ethiopia to reach this exciting moment in Ethiopia’s history as the country embarks upon a fully digitalised era. I would like to congratulate Safaricom Ethiopia and all management, staff and partners involved in reaching this milestone as we seek to connect every Ethiopian to the global digital economy. Ubiquitous network connectivity will positively transform the lives of Ethiopians throughout the country, notably by making various Tech for Good solutions and services available in health, education, manufacturing, agriculture and digital finance.” said Shameel Joosub, Group CEO, Vodacom.
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