Kenya, through the State Department for ICT and the Digital Economy, has initiated discussions with Amazon Leo, the Low Earth Orbit satellite broadband initiative, to explore potential collaboration to advance universal connectivity. John Kipchumba Tanui, Principal Secretary at the State Department, shared details of a recent meeting with the company’s representatives, signalling Kenya’s continued push to expand nationwide broadband access.
The engagement was marked by a courtesy visit by Amazon Leo representatives, led by Farouk Shamas Jiwa (Mato), Senior Manager for International Public Policy, Global Affairs & Legal at Amazon, on February 23, 2025. The discussions centred on how LEO satellite technology could support the delivery of fast, reliable and affordable broadband services to unserved and underserved communities.
Furthermore, Amazon Leo has pursued several collaborative initiatives to strengthen its connectivity objectives. These include a partnership with Vanu in South Africa to expand rural connectivity in the region, building on its earlier collaboration with Vodafone to enhance connectivity across Africa and Europe.
Source: https://spaceinafrica.com/2026/02/25/kenya-explores-partnership-with-amazon-leo-to-bridge-the-connectivity-gap/