Airtel Networks Zambia Plc has disclosed that it rolled out 138 sites across the 10 provinces in 2022 to strengthen network accessibility.
Airtel Networks Zambia Plc Managing Director, Mr. Manu Sood, said the Company continues to invest more in the expansion of the network and distribution, thus providing opportunities for many people to run associated businesses, therefore helping the economy thrive.
Some of the districts where sites have been rolled out include, Chiengi, Chibombo, Chipangali, Namwala, Lufwanyama, Sinazongwe, Nakonde, Solwezi, Kazungula and Kaoma to mention a few.
“As the New Year starts, we reaffirm our commitment to providing a superior network to the people that will enable further digitization and financial inclusion. This is in line with the 8th National Development Plan, adding to the much sought after technology to support digital transformation and innovation as key enablers to economic growth.” Sood said.
Sood said the company was proud of providing the highest number of 4G sites in Zambia and these additional 138 sites will further supplement the Airtel 4G konse.
“This along with our new spectrum in 800 MHz has provided customers with the best in class indoor experience as well as further reach in rural areas.” He added.
“We now have more than 1,600 4G sites across the country. Additionally, the superior indoor experience and higher rural reach, has been made possible after Airtel won an additional 10 MHz through competitive bidding during early 2022, making it a total of 20 Mhz in 800 MHz.”
Sood stated that Airtel took the lead in the rollout of 4G network which has since helped to drive digitalization and financial inclusion adding that Airtel currently has the highest number of 4G sites in Zambia.