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Airtel Kenya has announced the reduction of Mobile Termination Rates (MTR) from KES 0.58 per minute to KES 0.41 per minute, effective March 1, 2024 as announced by the Communications Authority of Kenya.
The mobile service provider stated that they will be reducing the price points of Weekly and monthly Voice bundles.
According to the Managing Director of Airtel Kenya Ashish Malhotra with this reduction, the bundles not only become more affordable but also brings in the convenience of having to buy one bundle for a longer duration where customers can Talk/Text bila worries to any Network
“We welcome and endorse the reduction of the Mobile Termination Rates, and as a result I am happy to announce reduction in the price points of Weekly and monthly Voice bundles. With this reduction, the bundles not only become more affordable but also brings in the convenience of having to buy one bundle for a longer duration where customers can Talk/Text bila worries to any Network” He said.“
In line with our commitment to enhancing communication accessibility, Airtel is actively expanding its network to enhance capacity, coverage, and quality. From Dec 2023 till now, we have deployed over 300 new sites, bringing our total tally of sites across the country to over 3700. This expansion underscores our dedication to providing superior services to our customers.” He added.
With the revised MTR and network expansion, Airtel has revamped its Tubonge AllNet and Tubonge On Net plans. The pricing of their Weekly and Monthly Tubonge plans has been reduced, and SMS has been introduced as part of the packages to enable customers to talk and text more for less.
“We are delighted to introduce Airtel’s revamped Tubonge AllNet and Tubonge On Net plans, designed to deliver more affordability, flexibility and value to our customers in light of the reduced MTRs. Our weekly Tubonge AllNet bundle is now KES 80 for 100 minutes and 100 SMS across networks, while the monthly bundle is KES 250 for 300 minutes and 300 SMS. For Tubonge On Net, the weekly bundle is KES 50 for 100 daily minutes and SMS, and the monthly is KES 150 for 100 daily minutes and SMS.” Marketing Director of Airtel Kenya Prisca Murigu commented.
This proactive move taken by the CA in exercising its statutory mandate under the Kenya Information and Communications Act reflects a commitment to fostering affordable communication and seamless connectivity for the benefit of all Kenyan consumers.